Dell XPS 8300 Support Question
Dell XPS 8300 Support Question
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Question posted by boycvyper0 on December 15th, 2013
Why Wont My Mic Work On Xps 8300
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Owner's Manual - Page 23
...connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP.
4 Complete the checklist and required preparations. 5 Return to the Internet
NOTE: ISPs ... open programs. 2 Double-click the MSN Explorer or AOL icon on the Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen.
Connecting to the Network Setup Wizard and follow ...
Owner's Manual - Page 62
... for Dell™ computers. If you install drivers obtained from the ResourceCD.
1 With the Windows desktop displayed, insert the ResourceCD.
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5 Click Device Manager. 6 ... first time to use Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to step 5.
2 When the ResourceCD installation program starts, follow the prompts on your computer might not work correctly. If not, go...
Owner's Manual - Page 63
... My Drivers-The ResourceCD has identified these components in your computer.
Using Windows® System Restore
The Microsoft® Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the ResourceCD. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. See the Windows Help and Support for...
Owner's Manual - Page 67
... Troubleshooting 67 If the operating system logo appears, wait until you want to recover your current Windows XP data, type r to select the repair option, and remove the CD. 4 If you see the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again. 5 Press the arrow keys to select CD-ROM...
Owner's Manual - Page 68
...XP installs the operating system components and configures the computer. message appears, click Skip. 15 When the Ready to register with the ResourceCD. 20 Reinstall your virus protection software. 21 Reinstall your programs. NOTE: To reinstall and activate your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works... Next. 12 If you are reinstalling Windows XP Professional and you are prompted to provide
further...
Setup Guide - Page 5
Contents
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop 5 Lifting Your Computer 6 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Connect the Display 8 Connect the Keyboard... Media (Recommended 14 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 15 Connect to the Internet (Optional 15
Using Your XPS Desktop 18 Front View Features 18 Top View Features 20
Back View Features 24 Back Panel Connectors 26 Software Features 28...
Setup Guide - Page 7
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your Dell XPS 8300 desktop. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
5 Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
This section provides information about setting up your computer.
Setup Guide - Page 8
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Lifting Your Computer
To ensure safety and to avoid any damage to your computer, lift it by holding the lift points in the front and back of your computer.
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Setup Guide - Page 9
... overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on .
7 Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Before Setting Up Your Computer
When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to place...
Setup Guide - Page 10
... card. This feature allows you purchased the optional discrete graphics card, connect the display using either the integrated VGA or HDMI connector. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Connect the Display
If you to the discrete graphics card if the connector on the discrete graphics card. NOTE: The integrated VGA and HDMI connectors...
Setup Guide - Page 11
Connection Type
VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable)
Computer
Cable
Display
DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable)
DVI-to-VGA (DVI-to-VGA adapter + VGA cable)
HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable)
HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to identify the connectors on your computer and display.
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
See the following table to -DVI adapter + DVI cable)
9
Setup Guide - Page 12
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Connect the Keyboard and Mouse
Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of your computer.
10
Setup Guide - Page 13
... of the network cable to a network or a broadband device, connect one end of your computer to either a network port or a broadband device.
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop 11
Setup Guide - Page 14
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button
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Setup Guide - Page 15
... including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your computer, it is preconfigured with
the Microsoft Windows operating system.
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer available at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more information on the screen. The Windows setup screens will need...
Setup Guide - Page 16
..., drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in the computer.
2. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup.
3.
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)
NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer, while preserving data...
Setup Guide - Page 17
... the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the antenna-in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on the screen. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional)
NOTE: Availability of your computer.
2. Setting Up a Wired Connection
• If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem...
Setup Guide - Page 18
... instructions on the screen to a network.
4.
If you get one.
16 Have your ISP to a wireless router:
1. Contact your ISP information ready. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Setting Up a Wireless Connection
NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that shipped with your router.
Before you can help you do...
Setup Guide - Page 19
..., type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your ISP to the Internet. Click Start → Control Panel.
3. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
17 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your Internet connection:
1. To set up a new connection or network→...
Setup Guide - Page 66
Computer Model
Dell XPS 8300
Processor
Type
Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7
System Chipset
Type
Intel H67
Drives
Internally accessible
Externally accessible
two 3.5-inch bays for SATA hard drives
...
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