Dell XPS 625 manual Using Support Tools, Dell Support Center

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Using Support Tools

Dell Support Center

The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at support.dell.com.

Click the icon in the taskbar to run the application. The home page provides links to access:

•Self Help (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet, Backup/ Recovery, and Windows Vista®)

•Alerts (technical support alerts relevant to your computer)

•Assistance from Dell (Technical Support with DellConnect™, Customer Service, Training

and Tutorials, How-To Help with Dell on Call™, and Online Scan with PCCheckUp)

•About Your System (System Documentation, Warranty Information, System Information, Upgrades & Accessories)

The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your system’s model number along with its Service Tag and Express Service Code.

For more information about the Dell Support Center, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

WARNING: To guard against the likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

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Contents

Setup Guide Page Model DCDR01 December 2008 P/N KW082 Rev. A00 Contents Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Setting Up Your XPS Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect Using the VGA Connector Connect the DisplayConnect the Video Cable to the Display Connect Using an Hdmi Connector Connect Using a DVI ConnectorConnect the Network Cable Optional Connect the Keyboard and MouseConnect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your XPS Using Your XPS Front View FeaturesPower button Turns the power on or off when pressed Headphone connector Connects to headphonesBack View Features Power supply test switch Used to test the power supplyUsing Your XPS Back Panel Connectors Using Your XPS Entertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Customizing the DesktopCustomizing Your Energy Settings Backing Up Your DataSolving Problems Network ProblemsPower Problems Solving Problems Solving Problems Memory Problems If you experience other memory problemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Click End Task If a program stops responding End the programClick Applications If the computer stops respondingStart menu Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterUsing Support Tools System MessagesHardware Troubleshooter Click Start → Help and SupportDell Diagnostics Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveInsert the Drivers and Utilities media System Recovery Options System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreStarting System Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click NextDell Factory Image Restore Reinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsBefore you Begin System Recovery Options Getting Help DellConnect ServiceOnline Services Support.dell.comMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Ftp.dell.comGetting Help Diagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support.dell.comFinding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeAt support.dell.com Compliance Specifications Computer ModelDrives MemoryComputer Information Expansion Bus Expansion SlotsSystem Board Connectors VideoAudio IDE External connectors PowerPhysical Computer Environment Appendix Macrovision Product NoticeIndex Index Network connection Index Page