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Dell 580s, DCSLF Connection Type, Computer, Cable, Display, Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop

Models: 08XCH8A00 8XCH8 580s DCSLF

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Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop

Connection Type	Computer	Cable	Display

VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable)

DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable)

HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable)

HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to-DVI adapter + DVI cable)

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Dell 580s, DCSLF, 08XCH8A00 setup guide Connection Type, Computer, Cable, Display, Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop

Contents

SETUP GUIDE INSPIRONPage Regulatory model DCSLF SETUP GUIDEINSPIRON February 2010 P/N 8XCH8 Rev. A00 Notes, Cautions, and WarningsUsing Support Tools ContentsUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Solving ProblemsIndex Finding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications AppendixContents Getting HelpINSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopBefore Setting Up Your Computer Extend the Rear Stabilizing Feet Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Keyboard and MouseSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the DisplayDisplay Connection TypeComputer CableSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Network Cable OptionalView Features” on page Connect the Power CableSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop To locate the voltage selector switch, see “BackSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Press the Power ButtonSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Set Up Microsoft WindowsSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Create System Recovery Media Recommended3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup 4. Click Create Recovery MediaSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up a Wired ConnectionConnect to the Internet Optional 2. Click Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionSetting Up Your Internet Connection Windows VistaWindows Vista 2. Click Start → Control PanelThe Connect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopINSPIRON Using Your Inspiron DesktopFront View Features 1 FlexBay drive eject button - Opens the Flexbay cover when pressed6 Line-in or microphone 5 Headphone connector - Connects to headphonesUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Using Your Inspiron Desktop Back View FeaturesNOTE The power supply light may not be available on all computers Using Your Inspiron DesktopUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Back Panel Connectors8 Front L/R line-out connector - Connects to front L/R speakers Using Your Inspiron DesktopUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaRemove a Category or Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Add an IconUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Dell DataSafe Online BackupBeep Code Solving ProblemsPossible Problem Beep CodesSolving Problems Network ProblemsWireless Connections Wired ConnectionsSolving Problems Power ProblemsSolving Problems If the power light is solid amberSolving Problems Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems If you receive an insufficient memory message4. Click End Task Lockups and Software ProblemsIf a program stops responding - End the program 2. Click ApplicationsWindows Start menuSolving Problems Windows VistaAbout Your System System Using Support ToolsDell Support Center Assistance from Dell Technical1. Go to downloadstore.dell.com/media Using Support ToolsMy Dell Downloads System MessagesCPU fan failure - CPU fan has failed. CPU Using Support ToolsUsing Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter1. Click Start → Help and Support Using Support Tools Dell DiagnosticsStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive NOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computera. The PSA will start running the tests If PSA is invokedIf PSA is not invoked Using Support ToolsNOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Using Support Tools5. Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed 11. Remove the Drivers and Utilities discUsing Support Tools INSPIRON Restoring Your Operating SystemOption Operating System discRestoring Your Operating System System RestoreStarting System Restore Undoing the Last System RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Dell DataSafe Local BackupDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Restoring Your Operating System Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional2. Click Upgrade Now 5. Select Repair Your ComputerRestoring Your Operating System System Recovery MediaRestoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore7. Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Performing Dell Factory Image RestoreThe System Recovery Options window appears 3. Select Repair Your ComputerINSPIRON Getting HelpTechnical Support and Customer Service DellConnectGetting Help Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses Online ServicesDell Support websites Dell Support e-mail addressesGetting Help Automated Order-Status ServiceProduct Information Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for CreditGetting Help Diagnostic ChecklistBefore You Call Getting Help Contacting Dellsupport.dell.com the Service Manual atFinding More Information and Resources If you need tosupport.dell.com the Dell Support Center. To launch the Dellfind safety best practices information for your If you need toProcessor Types Basic SpecificationsComputer Model DrivesCommunication MemoryVideo AudioPhysical External ConnectorsPower Basic Specifications40G for 2 ms with a change in Computer EnvironmentBasic Specifications Computer EnvironmentINSPIRON AppendixMacrovision Product Notice Regulatory Model Number Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard Only for MexicoAppendix ImporterINSPIRON IndexIndex Index Page Printed in the U.S.A 08XCH8A00