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Dell 08XCH8A00, DCSLF, 580s Online Services, Dell Support websites, Dell Support e-mail addresses

Models: 08XCH8A00 8XCH8 580s DCSLF

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Online Services

You can learn about Dell products and services on the following websites:

•www.dell.com

•www.dell.com/ap (Asian/Pacific countries only)

•www.dell.com/jp (Japan only)

•www.euro.dell.com (Europe only)

•www.dell.com/la (Latin American and Caribbean countries)

•www.dell.ca (Canada only)

You can access Dell Support through the following websites and e-mail addresses:

Dell Support websites

•support.dell.com

•support.jp.dell.com (Japan only)

•support.euro.dell.com (Europe only)

Getting Help

Dell Support e-mail addresses

•mobile_support@us.dell.com

•support@us.dell.com

•la-techsupport@dell.com (Latin America and Caribbean countries only)

•apsupport@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only)

Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses

•apmarketing@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only)

•sales_canada@dell.com (Canada only)

Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP)

•ftp.dell.com

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Dell 08XCH8A00 Online Services, Dell Support websites, Dell Support e-mail addresses, Anonymous file transfer protocol FTP

Contents

SETUP GUIDE INSPIRONPage Regulatory model DCSLF SETUP GUIDEINSPIRON 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 IndexINSPIRON 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 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 Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up a Wired ConnectionConnect to the Internet Optional 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 INSPIRON6 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 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 ToolsUsing Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter1. Click Start → Help and Support 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 computer5. Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed 11. Remove the Drivers and Utilities discUsing Support Tools Option Restoring Your Operating SystemOperating System disc INSPIRONStarting System Restore System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemRestoring Your Operating System Dell DataSafe Local BackupDell DataSafe Local Backup Basic 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 HelpTechnical Support and Customer Service DellConnectGetting Help Dell Support websites Online ServicesDell Support e-mail addresses Dell Marketing and Sales 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 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 inINSPIRON AppendixMacrovision Product Notice Appendix Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard Only for MexicoImporter Regulatory Model NumberINSPIRON IndexIndex Index Page Printed in the U.S.A 08XCH8A00