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Dell 08XCH8A00, DCSLF, 580s Headphone connector - Connects to headphones, Line-in or microphone

Models: 08XCH8A00 8XCH8 580s DCSLF

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5 Headphone connector — Connects to headphones.

NOTE: To connect to a powered speaker or sound system, use the audio connectors on the back of your computer.

6 Line-in or microphone

connector — Connects to a microphone for voice or to an audio cable for audio input.

7 Hard-drive activity light — Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. A blinking white light indicates hard‑drive activity.

CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while the hard-drive activity light is blinking.

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8Optical drive — Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu‑ray Discs (optional). Ensure that the side with print or writing is facing away from the optical drive tray when placing the disc on the tray.

9Optical drive eject button — Ejects the optical drive tray when pressed.

10Service Tag and Express Service Code (located on top of the chassis towards the back) — Helps to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support.

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Dell 08XCH8A00, DCSLF Headphone connector - Connects to headphones, Line-in or microphone, Using Your Inspiron Desktop

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SETUP GUIDE INSPIRONPage SETUP GUIDE INSPIRONRegulatory model DCSLF February 2010 P/N 8XCH8 Rev. A00 Notes, Cautions, and WarningsUsing Your Inspiron Desktop ContentsSolving Problems Using Support ToolsContents Finding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications AppendixGetting Help IndexSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Before Setting Up Your ComputerINSPIRON 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 DisplayComputer Connection TypeCable DisplaySetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Network Cable OptionalSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Connect the Power CableTo locate the voltage selector switch, see “Back View Features” on pageSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Press the Power ButtonSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Set Up Microsoft Windows3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup Create System Recovery Media Recommended4. Click Create Recovery Media Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopSetting Up a Wired Connection Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionWindows Vista 2. Click Start → Connect ToThe Connect to the Internet window appears 2. Click Start → Control PanelSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Windows VistaFront View Features Using Your Inspiron Desktop1 FlexBay drive eject button - Opens the Flexbay cover when pressed INSPIRON5 Headphone connector - Connects to headphones Using Your Inspiron Desktop6 Line-in or microphone 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 DesktopProductivity and Communication Software FeaturesEntertainment and Multimedia Using Your Inspiron DesktopAdd a Category Dell DockAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Dell DataSafe Online BackupPossible Problem Solving ProblemsBeep Codes Beep CodeWireless Connections Network ProblemsWired Connections Solving ProblemsSolving Problems Power ProblemsSolving Problems If the power light is solid amberIf you experience other memory problems Memory ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Solving ProblemsIf a program stops responding - End the program Lockups and Software Problems2. Click Applications 4. Click End TaskSolving Problems Start menuWindows Vista WindowsDell Support Center Using Support ToolsAssistance from Dell Technical About Your System SystemMy Dell Downloads Using Support ToolsSystem Messages 1. Go to downloadstore.dell.com/mediaCPU fan failure - CPU fan has failed. CPU Using Support ToolsHardware Troubleshooter 1. Click Start → Help and SupportUsing Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsNOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer Using Support ToolsIf PSA is not invoked If PSA is invokedUsing Support Tools a. The PSA will start running the tests1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities DiscUsing Support Tools NOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer11. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Using Support Tools5. Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed Option Restoring Your Operating SystemOperating System disc INSPIRONStarting System Restore System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemDell DataSafe Local Backup Dell DataSafe Local Backup BasicRestoring Your Operating System 2. Click Upgrade Now Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional5. Select Repair Your Computer Restoring Your Operating SystemRestoring Your Operating System System Recovery MediaRestoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image RestoreThe System Recovery Options window appears Performing Dell Factory Image Restore3. Select Repair Your Computer 7. Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appearsINSPIRON Getting HelpDellConnect Getting HelpTechnical Support and Customer Service Dell Support websites Online ServicesDell Support e-mail addresses Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addressesAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationGetting Help Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for CreditDiagnostic Checklist Before You CallGetting Help Getting Help Contacting DellFinding More Information and Resources the Service Manual atIf you need to support.dell.comfind safety best practices information for your the Dell Support Center. To launch the DellIf you need to support.dell.comComputer Model Basic SpecificationsDrives Processor TypesVideo MemoryAudio CommunicationPower External ConnectorsBasic Specifications PhysicalBasic Specifications Computer EnvironmentComputer Environment 40G for 2 ms with a change inAppendix Macrovision Product NoticeINSPIRON Appendix Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard Only for MexicoImporter Regulatory Model NumberINSPIRON IndexIndex Index Page Printed in the U.S.A 08XCH8A00