Dell K080D manual Connecting to the Internet, Setting Up Your Internet Connection

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Connecting to the Internet

NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.

To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). If you are using a dial-up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem connector on your computer and to the telephone wall connector before you set up your Internet connection. If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular phone service for setup instructions.

Setting Up Your Internet Connection

To set up an Internet connection with a desktop shortcut provided by your ISP:

1Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.

2Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop.

3Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.

If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with a different ISP, perform the steps in the appropriate section below.

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Setting Up Your Computer

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Contents Dell Optiplex 960 Setup and Quick Reference Guide August K080D Contents Using the Hardware Troubleshooter Lockups and Software Problems Dell Technical Update ServiceMicrosoft Windows Vista Operating Automated Order-Status Service Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditContents WiFi optional light Power button, power light Optical drive About Your ComputerAbout Your Computer Mini Tower Front ViewMini Tower Back View Mini Tower Back Panel Connectors Power connectorPS2 mouse connector Serial connector Space for optional wireless connectorLink integrity light Diagnostic lights About Your Computer Desktop Front ViewDesktop Back View Security screw also an optionDesktop Back Panel Connectors Small Form Factor- Front View Optical-drive slim-lineDrive or memory card reader Small Form Factor- Back View Small Form Factor- Back Panel Connectors About Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Quick SetupSetting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Internet service Cable or DSL modem Computer has the optional WiFi Adapter CapabilityUSB wireless adapter Desktop computer with networkInstalling Your Computer in an Enclosure Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionTransferring Information to a New Computer Microsoft Windows Vista Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows XP Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Specifications PCIe x16 graphics card slot Mini Tower two connectors Small Form Factor one connectorExpansion Bus Bus speed Gbps and 3.0 Gbps SataFloppy drive Mini Tower and Desktop one 34-pin connector Two 2.5-inch HDDsHDDs Available deviceBack-panel USB connectors Connector available in all platformsBack panel one line-out connector ESATA One eSATA connector available in all platforms SerialFor power-on state Amber light a boot failure has occurred. SeePower Problems on Diagnostic light Amber SpecificationsWiFi optional link light Rear of computer Power supply lightControls and Lights Network link light Mini Tower 165 W115/230 VAC Equivalent to 20 in/sec 51 cm/sec Equivalent to 50 in/sec 127 cm/secSpecifications Troubleshooting Tips Using the Hardware TroubleshooterPower Problems Troubleshooting TipsEnsure that any power strips being Working by testing it with anotherOutlet and press the power button Devices to verify that the computerPossible Power off computer, leaving Motherboard, power Failure has occurred Rear of the power supply unit. IfLED next to the switch illuminates Problem may be with yourLight Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution Normally, continue to installFaulty module or reinstalled all Modules without error. If only oneInstalled properly Power supply unit If the problem persists,Has occurred If the computer boots, add Battery failure has Minute, reinstall the battery,Identified a faulty module or Failure has occurred Information for your computerMemory failure has Occurred Restart the computer. IfDetected, but a For memory module/connector Memory Placement exist Configuration orCompatibility error Are detectedSystem setup to ensure the boot Installed on your computerDetermine if a conflict exists by Card failure hasMemory Problems Standby mode Mouse, or press the power button toResume normal operation Lockups and Software Problems Dell Technical Update Service Dell Diagnostics Other software problemsInsert the Drivers and Utilities media Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesReinstalling Software DriversProperties Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver You can restore your operating system in the following ways Restoring Your Operating SystemUsing Microsoft Windows System Restore Using Dell Factory Image RestoreUsing the Operating System Media Reinstalling Software Finding Information Using and maintaining devices Overview, features, setup,Configuration information Dell Technology Guide About your operating systemGetting Help Obtaining AssistanceGetting Help Loading iAMT drivers on installation Fast Call for HelpTechnical Support and Customer Service DellConnect Online ServicesProblems With Your Order AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Getting Help Before You Call Page Contacting Dell Index IndexReinstalling, 57 System Restore Power, 35 processor Reinstalling, 57 System Restore