Turning On The System

Connect the system’s power cable to the system and, if a monitor is used, connect the monitor’s power cable to the monitor.

Figure 3. Turning on the System

Press the power button on the system. The power indicator should light.

Complete The Operating System Setup

To install an operating system for the first time, see the installation and configuration documentation for your operating system. Be sure that the operating system is installed before installing hardware or software not purchased with the system.

NOTE: For more information on supported operating systems, see dell.com/ossupport.

Dell Software License Agreement

Before using your system, read the Dell Software License Agreement that came with your system. You must consider any media of Dell-installed software as BACKUP copies of the software installed on your system’s hard drive. If you do not accept the terms of the agreement, call the customer assistance telephone number. For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). For customers outside the United States, see dell.com/support and select your country or region from the top left of the page.

Other Information You May Need

WARNING: See the safety and regulatory information that shipped with your system. Warranty information may be included within this document or as a separate document.

•The Owner’s Manual provides information about system features and describes how to troubleshoot the system and install or replace system components. This document is available online at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals.

•Any media that ships with your system that provides documentation and tools for configuring and managing your system, including those pertaining to the operating system, system management software, system updates, and system components that you purchased with your system.

NOTE: Always check for updates on dell.com/support/manuals and read the updates first because they often supersede information in other documents.