Manuals
/
Dell
/
Computer Equipment
/
Laptop
Dell
DCSLF, 08XCH8A00, 580s setup guide Back Panel Connectors, Using Your Inspiron Desktop
Models:
08XCH8A00
8XCH8
580s
DCSLF
1
24
70
70
Download
70 pages
26.96 Kb
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
<
>
Specification
Warranty
Setting Up a Wired Connection
Solving Problems
Dell Diagnostics
Setup Guide
Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup
System Restore
How to
Headphone connector - Connects to headphones
Page 24
Image 24
Using Your Inspiron Desktop
Back Panel Connectors
1
2
3
4
5
11
6
10
7
9
8
22
Page 23
Page 25
Page 24
Image 24
Page 23
Page 25
Contents
INSPIRON
SETUP GUIDE
Page
SETUP GUIDE
INSPIRON
Regulatory model DCSLF
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
February 2010 P/N 8XCH8 Rev. A00
Contents
Using Your Inspiron Desktop
Solving Problems
Using Support Tools
Finding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications Appendix
Contents
Getting Help
Index
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop
Before Setting Up Your Computer
INSPIRON
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop
Extend the Rear Stabilizing Feet
Connect the Keyboard and Mouse
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop
Connect the Display
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop
Connection Type
Computer
Cable
Display
Connect the Network Cable Optional
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop
Connect the Power Cable
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop
To locate the voltage selector switch, see “Back
View Features” on page
Press the Power Button
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop
Set Up Microsoft Windows
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop
Create System Recovery Media Recommended
3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup
4. Click Create Recovery Media
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop
Setting Up a Wired Connection
Connect to the Internet Optional
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop
Setting Up a Wireless Connection
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
Windows Vista
2. Click Start → Connect To
2. Click Start → Control Panel
The Connect to the Internet window appears
Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop
Windows Vista
Using Your Inspiron Desktop
Front View Features
1 FlexBay drive eject button - Opens the Flexbay cover when pressed
INSPIRON
5 Headphone connector - Connects to headphones
Using Your Inspiron Desktop
6 Line-in or microphone
Back View Features
Using Your Inspiron Desktop
Using Your Inspiron Desktop
NOTE The power supply light may not be available on all computers
Back Panel Connectors
Using Your Inspiron Desktop
Using Your Inspiron Desktop
8 Front L/R line-out connector - Connects to front L/R speakers
Software Features
Productivity and Communication
Entertainment and Multimedia
Using Your Inspiron Desktop
Dell Dock
Add a Category
Add an Icon
Remove a Category or Icon
Dell DataSafe Online Backup
Using Your Inspiron Desktop
Solving Problems
Possible Problem
Beep Codes
Beep Code
Network Problems
Wireless Connections
Wired Connections
Solving Problems
Power Problems
Solving Problems
If the power light is solid amber
Solving Problems
Memory Problems
If you experience other memory problems
If you receive an insufficient memory message
Solving Problems
Lockups and Software Problems
If a program stops responding - End the program
2. Click Applications
4. Click End Task
Start menu
Solving Problems
Windows Vista
Windows
Using Support Tools
Dell Support Center
Assistance from Dell Technical
About Your System System
Using Support Tools
My Dell Downloads
System Messages
1. Go to downloadstore.dell.com/media
Using Support Tools
CPU fan failure - CPU fan has failed. CPU
Hardware Troubleshooter
1. Click Start → Help and Support
Using Support Tools
Dell Diagnostics
Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
NOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer
Using Support Tools
If PSA is invoked
If PSA is not invoked
Using Support Tools
a. The PSA will start running the tests
Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc
1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc
Using Support Tools
NOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer
11. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc
Using Support Tools
5. Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed
Restoring Your Operating System
Option
Operating System disc
INSPIRON
System Restore
Starting System Restore
Undoing the Last System Restore
Restoring Your Operating System
Dell DataSafe Local Backup
Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic
Restoring Your Operating System
Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional
2. Click Upgrade Now
5. Select Repair Your Computer
Restoring Your Operating System
System Recovery Media
Restoring Your Operating System
Dell Factory Image Restore
Restoring Your Operating System
Performing Dell Factory Image Restore
The System Recovery Options window appears
3. Select Repair Your Computer
7. Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears
Getting Help
INSPIRON
DellConnect
Getting Help
Technical Support and Customer Service
Online Services
Dell Support websites
Dell Support e-mail addresses
Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses
Automated Order-Status Service
Product Information
Getting Help
Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit
Getting Help
Diagnostic Checklist
Before You Call
Getting Help
Contacting Dell
Getting Help
the Service Manual at
Finding More Information and Resources
If you need to
support.dell.com
the Dell Support Center. To launch the Dell
find safety best practices information for your
If you need to
support.dell.com
Basic Specifications
Computer Model
Drives
Processor Types
Memory
Video
Audio
Communication
External Connectors
Power
Basic Specifications
Physical
Computer Environment
Basic Specifications
Computer Environment
40G for 2 ms with a change in
Appendix
Macrovision Product Notice
INSPIRON
Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard Only for Mexico
Appendix
Importer
Regulatory Model Number
Index
INSPIRON
Index
Index
Page
08XCH8A00
Printed in the U.S.A