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Dell DCSLF, 08XCH8A00, 580s setup guide Index, Inspiron

Models: 08XCH8A00 8XCH8 580s DCSLF

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calling Dell 55

CDs, playing and creating 24 chipset 58

computer capabilities 24 connect(ing)

optional network cable 10 Contacting Dell online 55 customer service 50

DataSafe Local Backup 44

DellConnect 50

Dell DataSafe Online Backup 26

Dell Diagnostics 38

Dell Dock 25

Dell Factory Image Restore 47 Diagnostic Checklist 54 drivers and downloads 57 DVDs, playing and creating 24

eject button 18, 19 email addresses

for technical support 51 Express Service Code 57

front-view connectors 18 FTP login, anonymous 51

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Dell DCSLF, 08XCH8A00, 580s setup guide Index, Inspiron

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INSPIRON SETUP GUIDEPage SETUP GUIDE INSPIRONRegulatory model DCSLF Notes, Cautions, and Warnings February 2010 P/N 8XCH8 Rev. A00Solving Problems ContentsUsing Your Inspiron Desktop Using Support ToolsGetting Help Finding More Information and Resources Basic Specifications AppendixContents 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 DesktopCable Connection TypeComputer DisplayConnect the Network Cable Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopTo locate the voltage selector switch, see “Back Connect the Power CableSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop View Features” on pagePress the Power Button Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopSet Up Microsoft Windows Setting Up Your Inspiron Desktop4. Click Create Recovery Media Create System Recovery Media Recommended3. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup Setting Up Your Inspiron DesktopSetting Up a Wired Connection Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop Windows Vista Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionSetting Up Your Internet Connection 2. Click Start → Connect ToSetting Up Your Inspiron Desktop 2. Click Start → Control PanelThe Connect to the Internet window appears Windows Vista1 FlexBay drive eject button - Opens the Flexbay cover when pressed Using Your Inspiron DesktopFront View Features 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 speakersEntertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Using Your Inspiron DesktopAdd an Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Remove a Category or IconDell DataSafe Online Backup Using Your Inspiron DesktopBeep Codes Solving ProblemsPossible Problem Beep CodeWired Connections Network ProblemsWireless Connections Solving ProblemsPower Problems Solving ProblemsIf the power light is solid amber Solving ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems Solving Problems2. Click Applications Lockups and Software ProblemsIf a program stops responding - End the program 4. Click End TaskWindows Vista Start menuSolving Problems WindowsAssistance from Dell Technical Using Support ToolsDell Support Center About Your System SystemSystem Messages Using Support ToolsMy Dell Downloads 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 NOTE The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer Dell DiagnosticsStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Using Support ToolsUsing Support Tools If PSA is invokedIf PSA is not invoked a. The PSA will start running the testsUsing Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc 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 Operating System disc Restoring Your Operating SystemOption INSPIRONUndoing the Last System Restore System RestoreStarting System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemDell DataSafe Local Backup Dell DataSafe Local Backup BasicRestoring Your Operating System 5. Select Repair Your Computer Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional2. Click Upgrade Now Restoring Your Operating SystemSystem Recovery Media Restoring Your Operating SystemDell Factory Image Restore Restoring Your Operating System3. Select Repair Your Computer Performing Dell Factory Image RestoreThe System Recovery Options window appears 7. Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appearsGetting Help INSPIRONDellConnect Getting HelpTechnical Support and Customer Service Dell Support e-mail addresses Online ServicesDell Support websites 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 HelpIf you need to the Service Manual atFinding More Information and Resources support.dell.comIf you need to the Dell Support Center. To launch the Dellfind safety best practices information for your support.dell.comDrives Basic SpecificationsComputer Model Processor TypesAudio MemoryVideo CommunicationBasic Specifications External ConnectorsPower PhysicalComputer Environment Computer EnvironmentBasic Specifications 40G for 2 ms with a change inAppendix Macrovision Product NoticeINSPIRON Importer Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard Only for MexicoAppendix Regulatory Model NumberIndex INSPIRONIndex Index Page 08XCH8A00 Printed in the U.S.A