Dell 9000, KYX1Y setup guide If you have other software problems, Start menu

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Solving Problems

If a program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system —

Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows Vista operating system environments.

1.Click Start Control PanelProgramsUse an older program with this version of Windows.

2.In the welcome screen, click Next.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen.

If you have other software problems

Back up your files immediately.

Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs.

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Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the

Start menu.

Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information:

––Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer.

––Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for information.

––Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly.

––Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program.

––If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.

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Contents SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE July 2009 P/N KYX1Y Rev. A00 Contents Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Before Setting Up Your Computer Connect Using the VGA Connector Connect the DisplayConnect Using the Hdmi Connector Connect Using the DVI ConnectorConnect Using the DisplayPort Connector Connect the Keyboard Mouse Connect the Network Cable Optional Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button VistaConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Click Start → Connect ToSetting Up Your Internet Connection Click Start → Control Panel12 13 Using Your Studio XPS DesktopFront View Features Optical drive bay Can contain anUsing Your Studio XPS Desktop Headphone connector Connects to headphones Power connector Connects to Back panel connectors Plug USBPower supply light Indicates power Back Panel Connectors ESATA connector Connects to external Sata storage devices Productivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Customizing Your Energy Settings Customizing the DesktopBacking Up Your Data Transferring Information to a New ComputerIf the User Account Control window appears, click Continue Add an Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Remove a Category or IconBeep Codes Solving ProblemsSupport.dell.com Network Problems Wireless ConnectionsPower Problems Wired ConnectionsSolving Problems If you experience other memory problems Memory ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Click Applications Lockups and Software ProblemsIf a program stops responding End the program Click End TaskIf you have other software problems Start menuDell Support Center Using Support ToolsAbout Your System System System Messages Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsClick Start → Help and Support Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive If PSA is invokedIf PSA is not invoked Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemUndoing the Last System Restore Starting System RestoreClick Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image Restore Performing Dell Factory Image Restore Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appearsOperating System Reinstallation Before you BeginReinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsGetting Help Technical Support and Customer Service DellConnectDell Support e-mail addresses Online ServicesDell Support websites Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.comAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Getting Help Diagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support.dell.comIf you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesAt support.dell.com If you need to SeeProcessor SpecificationsComputer Model DrivesMemory Computer InformationAudio External connectorsVideo CommunicationPower Computer EnvironmentAltitude maximum Appendix Macrovision Product NoticeIndex Index Index Back connectors 21 front connectors 17 Page Page 0KYX1YA00