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Dell DCSLF Basic Specifications, Computer Model, Drives, Processor Types, Computer Information

Models: 08XCH8A00 8XCH8 580s DCSLF

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INSPIRON

Basic Specifications

This section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com/manuals.

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Computer Model		Drives
Dell™ Inspiron™ 580s		Externally	one 5.25-inch bay for
Processor Types		accessible	SATA DVD-ROM, SATA
Processor Types			DVD+/-RW Super Multi
			Drive, or Blu-ray Disc™
Intel® Pentium®			Drive, or Blu-ray Disc™
Intel® Pentium®			combo drive
Intel® Core™ i3			combo drive
Intel® Core™ i3			one 3.5-inch FlexBay
Intel Core i5			one 3.5-inch FlexBay
Intel Core i5		Internally	two 3.5-inch bays for SATA
		Internally	two 3.5-inch bays for SATA
Computer Information		accessible	hard drives
Computer Information
System chipset	Intel H57

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Contents

INSPIRON SETUP GUIDEPage SETUP GUIDE INSPIRONRegulatory model DCSLF Notes, Cautions, and Warnings February 2010 P/N 8XCH8 Rev. A00Contents Using Your Inspiron DesktopSolving Problems Using Support ToolsFinding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications Appendix ContentsGetting Help IndexSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Before Setting Up Your ComputerINSPIRON Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Extend the Rear Stabilizing FeetConnect the Keyboard and Mouse Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopConnect the Display Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopConnection Type ComputerCable DisplayConnect the Network Cable Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopConnect the Power Cable Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopTo locate the voltage selector switch, see “Back View Features” on pagePress the Power Button Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopSet Up Microsoft Windows Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopCreate System Recovery Media Recommended 3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup4. Click Create Recovery Media Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopSetting Up a Wired Connection Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionWindows Vista 2. Click Start → Connect To2. Click Start → Control Panel The Connect to the Internet window appearsSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Windows VistaUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Front View Features1 FlexBay drive eject button - Opens the Flexbay cover when pressed INSPIRON5 Headphone connector - Connects to headphones Using Your Inspiron Desktop6 Line-in or microphone Back View Features Using Your Inspiron DesktopUsing Your Inspiron Desktop NOTE The power supply light may not be available on all computersBack Panel Connectors Using Your Inspiron DesktopUsing Your Inspiron Desktop 8 Front L/R line-out connector - Connects to front L/R speakersSoftware Features Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Using Your Inspiron DesktopDell Dock Add a CategoryAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconDell DataSafe Online Backup Using Your Inspiron DesktopSolving Problems Possible ProblemBeep Codes Beep CodeNetwork Problems Wireless ConnectionsWired Connections Solving ProblemsPower Problems Solving ProblemsIf the power light is solid amber Solving ProblemsMemory Problems If you experience other memory problemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Solving ProblemsLockups and Software Problems If a program stops responding - End the program2. Click Applications 4. Click End TaskStart menu Solving ProblemsWindows Vista WindowsUsing Support Tools Dell Support CenterAssistance from Dell Technical About Your System SystemUsing Support Tools My Dell DownloadsSystem Messages 1. Go to downloadstore.dell.com/mediaUsing Support Tools CPU fan failure - CPU fan has failed. CPUHardware Troubleshooter 1. Click Start → Help and SupportUsing Support Tools Dell Diagnostics Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveNOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer Using Support ToolsIf PSA is invoked If PSA is not invokedUsing Support Tools a. The PSA will start running the testsStarting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc 1. Insert 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 Restoring Your Operating System OptionOperating System disc INSPIRONSystem Restore Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemDell DataSafe Local Backup Dell DataSafe Local Backup BasicRestoring Your Operating System Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional 2. Click Upgrade Now5. Select Repair Your Computer Restoring Your Operating SystemSystem Recovery Media Restoring Your Operating SystemDell Factory Image Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemPerforming Dell Factory Image Restore The System Recovery Options window appears3. Select Repair Your Computer 7. Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appearsGetting Help INSPIRONDellConnect Getting HelpTechnical Support and Customer Service Online Services Dell Support websitesDell Support e-mail addresses Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addressesAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationGetting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Getting HelpDiagnostic Checklist Before You CallGetting Help Contacting Dell Getting Helpthe Service Manual at Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to support.dell.comthe Dell Support Center. To launch the Dell find safety best practices information for yourIf you need to support.dell.comBasic Specifications Computer ModelDrives Processor TypesMemory VideoAudio CommunicationExternal Connectors PowerBasic Specifications PhysicalComputer Environment Basic SpecificationsComputer Environment 40G for 2 ms with a change inAppendix Macrovision Product NoticeINSPIRON Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard Only for Mexico AppendixImporter Regulatory Model NumberIndex INSPIRONIndex Index Page 08XCH8A00 Printed in the U.S.A