Dell G884D manual Finding Information

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Finding Information

NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.

NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer.

	Document/Media/Label	Contents

	Service Tag/Express Service Code	• Use the Service Tag to identify your
	The Service Tag/Express Service Code is	computer when you use
	The Service Tag/Express Service Code is	support.dell.com or contact support.
	located on your computer.	support.dell.com or contact support.
	located on your computer.
		• Enter the Express Service Code to direct
		your call when contacting support.

Drivers and Utilities Media

The Drivers and Utilities media is a CD or DVD that may have shipped with your computer.

•A diagnostic program for your computer

•Drivers for your computer

NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com.

•Desktop System Software (DSS)

•Readme files

	NOTE: Readme files may be included on
	your media to provide last-minute updates
	about technical changes to your computer
	or advanced technical-reference material
	for technicians or experienced users.

Operating System Media	Reinstall your operating system
The Operating System media is a CD or
DVD that may have shipped with your
computer.

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Contents Dell XPS Quick Reference Guide Macrovision Product Notice Contents Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Starting Dell Diagnostics FromLockups and Software Problems Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Technical Support and Customer ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Contents About Your Computer About Your ComputerFront View of the Computer Back View of the Computer Back Panel Connectors Front Panel ConnectorsAbout Your Computer Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your ComputerSafety Instructions Installing Your Computer in an EnclosureSetting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Internet Connection Connecting to the InternetTransferring Information to a New Computer Memory SpecificationsSpecifications ProcessorConnector ConnectorsConnector size Connector data widthNetwork adapter DrivesConnectors Audio FlexBay Ieee 1394 FirewireESATA Serial ATAHard-drive activity light Power buttonPower light Controls and LightsEnvironmental PowerWattage PhysicalGrms Optimizing for Greater Performance Optimizing for Greater PerformanceUnderstanding Intel SpeedStep Technology Optimizing for Greater Performance Beep Codes TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Tools TroubleshootingCode Description Suggested Remedy Repetitive Continue until you have identified a faultyError Type into your computer see the ServiceCode Description If the problem persists, contact Dell see Contacting Dell onMessage Possible Cause Corrective Action System MessagesMessage Possible Cause Message Possible Cause Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell Diagnostics When to Use Dell DiagnosticsInsert the Drivers and Utilities media Option Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuYour computer Power Problems Solving ProblemsMemory Problems Computer does not start up Lockups and Software ProblemsSolid blue screen appears Drivers Reinstalling Your Operating SystemWhat Is a Driver? Reinstalling Your Operating SystemIdentifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUsing the Drivers and Utilities media Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows System Restore Using Dell Factory Image Restore Before you Begin Using the Operating System MediaReinstalling Windows Vista Finding Information Dell Technology Guide About your operating system Using and maintaining devicesTerms and Conditions U.S. only Getting Help Getting HelpObtaining Assistance Online Services Technical Support and Customer ServiceProduct Information Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceBefore You Call Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditPage Contacting Dell Index IndexIndex Index Index