Dell 7100, 0KM04CA00, D03M002, KM04C User Manual

SETUP GUIDE

Regulatory model: D03M series Regulatory type: D03M002

SETUP GUIDE

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your

computer.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.

WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable.

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March 2010 P/N KM04C Rev. A00

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Dell

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logo, YOURS IS HERE, Solution Station, Studio XPS, and

, and

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Contents

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop. . . . . .5

Lifting Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 7

Connect the Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Connect the Keyboard and Mouse. . . . . . . . 10

Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . 11

Connect the Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Press the Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Set Up the Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Create System Recovery Media

(Recommended). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . 15

Using Your Studio XPS Desktop . . . . . . . . .18

Front View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Back View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Back Panel Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Top View Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Dell Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Dell DataSafe Online Backup . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 33

Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

My Dell Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Hardware Troubleshooter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Contents

Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .44

System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Dell DataSafe Local Backup. . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

System Recovery Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Technical Support and Customer

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

DellConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Automated Order‑Status Service. . . . . . . . . 53

Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Returning Items for Repair Under

Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Finding More Information and

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Macrovision Product Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Information for NOM, or Official

Mexican Standard (only for Mexico) . . . . . . 67

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

This section provides information about setting up your Dell™ Studio XPS™ desktop.

WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Lifting Your Computer

To ensure safety and to avoid any damage to your computer, lift it by holding the lift points in the front and back of your computer.

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Before Setting Up Your Computer

When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to place your computer.

Restricting airflow around your computer may cause it to overheat. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on all other sides. You should never place your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on.

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Connect the Display

Your computer has integrated video connectors. Connect the display using either the integrated HDMI or DVI connector.

If required, you can purchase the DVI‑to‑VGA adapter, HDMI‑to‑DVI adapter, and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com.

Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer and display. See the following table to identify the connectors on your computer and display.

NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to ONLY ONE of the connectors on your computer.

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Connection Type Computer Cable Display

DVI‑to‑DVI (DVI cable)

DVI‑to‑VGA (DVI‑to‑VGA adapter + VGA cable)

HDMI‑to‑HDMI (HDMI cable)

HDMI‑to‑DVI (HDMI‑to‑DVI adapter + DVI cable)

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Connect the Keyboard and Mouse

Connect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of your computer.

Connect the Network Cable (Optional)

A network connection is not required to complete your computer setup, but if you have an existing network or Internet connection that uses a cable connection (such as a broadband device or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now.

NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable to connect to the network connector (RJ45 connector). Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector.

To connect your computer to a network or a broadband device, connect one end of the network cable to the network port or the broadband device. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network connector (RJ45 connector) on the back panel of your computer. A click indicates that the network cable has been securely attached.

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Set Up the Operating System

Your computer is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at the time of purchase.

Set Up Microsoft Windows

To set up Microsoft® Windows® for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take some time to complete. The Windows setup screens will take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection.

CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system’s setup process. Doing so may render your computer unusable and you will need to reinstall the operating system.

NOTE: It is recommended that you

download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available at

support.dell.com.

NOTE: For more information on the

operating system and features, see

support.dell.com/MyNewDell.

Set Up Ubuntu

To set up Ubuntu for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen.

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)

NOTE: It is recommended that you create a

system recovery media as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows.

The system recovery media can be used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of the

Operating System

recovery media if changes to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state.

You will require the following to create the system recovery media:

Dell DataSafe Local Backup•

USB key with a minimum capacity of 8 GB or • DVD‑R/DVD+R/Blu‑ray Disc

disc). You can use the system

™

NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs.

To create a system recovery media:

Ensure that the computer is turned on.1.

Insert the disc or USB key in the computer.2.

Click 3. Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup.

Click 4. Create Recovery Media.

Follow the instructions on the screen.5.

NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see “System Recovery Media” on page 48.

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Connect to the Internet (Optional)

To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP).

If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not part of your original order, you can purchase one at www.dell.com.

Setting Up a Wired Connection

If you are using a dial‑up connection, connect • the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection.

If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite • modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions.

To complete setting up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in “Setting Up Your Internet Connection” on page 16.

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Setting Up a Wireless Connection

NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the

documentation that shipped with your router.

Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wireless router.

To set up your connection to a wireless router:

Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs.

Click 2. Start → Control Panel.

In the search box, type3. network, and then click Network and Sharing

Center→ Connect to a network.

Follow the instructions on the screen to 4. complete the setup.

Setting Up Your Internet Connection

ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country.

If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later.

Have your ISP information ready. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one.

To set up your Internet connection:

Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs.

Click 2. Start → Control Panel.

In the search box, type3. network, and then click Network and Sharing

Center→ Set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet.

The Connect to the Internet window appears.

NOTE: If you do not know which type of

connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP.

Follow the instructions on the screen and 4. use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Using Your Studio XPS Desktop

This section provides information about the features available on your Studio XPS™ desktop.

Front View Features

Media Card Reader light — Indicates if a

media card is inserted.

Media Card Reader — Provides a fast and

convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on a media card.

Optical drive — Plays or records only

standard‑size (12 cm) CDs, DVDs, and Blu‑ray Discs (optional).

Optional Optical drive bay — Can contain

an additional optical drive.

FlexBay slot — Can support a Media Card

Reader or an additional hard drive.

FlexBay cover — Covers the FlexBay slot.

Using Your Studio XPS Desktop

USB 2.0 connectors (2) — Connect to USB devices that are connected occasionally such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players.

Optical drive eject buttons (2) — Press

the marked portion on the lower end of the button to eject the disc tray.

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.

Using Your Studio XPS Desktop

Back View Features

Using Your Studio XPS Desktop

Power connector — Connects to the

power cable. The appearance of this connector may vary.

Power supply light — Indicates power

availability on the power supply unit.

NOTE: The power supply light may not be available on all computers.

Back panel connectors — Connect USB,

audio, video, and other devices to the appropriate connectors.

Expansion card slots — Provide access

to connectors on any installed PCI and PCI Express cards.

Security cable slot — Attaches a

commercially available security cable to your computer.

NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer.

Padlock rings — Attach a standard

padlock to prevent unauthorized access to the interior of your computer.

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