Connect the Display, Connect Using the VGA Connector | Dell F957N

Connect the Display

Your computer has an integrated VGA video connector. You can use this connector to connect to the display.

NOTE: A DVI or HDMI connector may be available on your computer if you purchased an optional discrete graphics card.

Refer to the following table when identifying the connectors on your display and computer to select the connection type you will use.

VGA

HDMI

DVI

Connect the display using either the VGA connector, the HDMI connector, or the DVI connector.

Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop

•The HDMI connector is a high-performance digital connector that carries both video and audio signals for displays such as TVs and monitors with integrated speakers.

•The VGA connector carries only video signals for displays such as monitors and projectors.

Connect Using the VGA Connector

Connect the display using a VGA cable (with blue connectors at both ends).

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Dell F957N, 545s, 537s, 535s, 546s setup guide Connect the Display, Connect Using the VGA Connector

Contents

Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE February 2009 P/N F957N Rev. A00 Contents Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Extend the Rear Stabilizing Feet Connect the Display Connect Using the VGA Connector Connect Using the DVI Connector Connect Using the Hdmi Connector Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Network Cable Optional Display and Computer Computer and Display Connect to the Internet Optional Windows Vista Setup Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Front View Features Using Your Inspiron Desktop Using Your Inspiron Desktop Power supply diagnostic light Back View FeaturesExpansion card slots Access Back panel connectors Plug USB Center/subwoofer connector Orange Connects to a subwoofer Back Panel Connectors Software Features Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Customizing the Desktop Customizing Your Energy Settings Backing Up Your Data Network Problems Solving Problems Solving Problems Power Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message Memory Problems Lockups and Software Problems If a program stops responding End the programClick Applications Welcome screen, click Next Solving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support Tools Two beeps No RAM Detected Beep Codes System Messages Drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device Dell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterClick Start → Help and Support Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed System Recovery Options Starting System Restore System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image Restore Dell Factory Image Restore Before You Begin Operating System Reinstallation Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows Vista Getting Help DellConnect Service Support.dell.com Online ServicesMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com Ftp.dell.com Product Information Automated Order-Status Service Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Diagnostic Checklist Visit support.dell.com Contacting Dell Getting Help Finding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeAt support.dell.com Compliance Specifications Computer ModelDrives Front Panel Connectors Expansion SlotsComputer Environment Physical Power Memory By model 535s/537s 545s 546s Processor Audio Type By model 535s 545s 546s Back Panel Connectors Macrovision Product Notice Appendix Index Index Index Index Page