Dell Studio XPS 435T-9000 User Manual

SETUP GUIDE

Model DCRM

SETUP GUIDE

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

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

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Contents

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

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Set Up Microsoft Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . 13

Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . 14

Using Your Studio XPS Desktop . . . . . . . . .16

Front View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Back View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Back Panel Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Dell Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 31

Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Hardware Troubleshooter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .40

System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 44

Contents

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Technical Support and Customer

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

DellConnect™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Automated Order‑Status Service. . . . . . . . . 49

Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Finding More Information and

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Macrovision Product Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

This section provides information about setting up your Studio XPS™ 435T/9000 and connecting peripherals.

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

WWW.DELL.COM

Service Tag: XXXXX

Express Service Code: XXX–XXX–XX

NOTE: Your computer’s Service Tag is located on a label under the FlexBay panel on the front of your computer. Use this code to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or contact technical support.

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 does not have an integrated video connector. You must use the connector available on the video card in the expansion slot to connect to the display.

Connect the Video Cable to the Display

Check your TV or monitor to see which type of connectors are available. Refer to the following table when identifying the connectors on your display to select the connection type you will use.

VGA

HDMI

DVI

DisplayPort

Connect the display using either the VGA connector, the DVI connector, the HDMI connector, or the DisplayPort connector.

The HDMI connector is a high‑performance digital connector that carries both video and audio signals for displays such as TVs and monitors with integrated speakers. The VGA connector carries only video signals for displays such as monitors and projectors.

Connect Using the VGA Connector

Connect the display using a VGA cable (which usually has blue connectors at both ends).

If your computer has a DVI connector, use the VGA cable (with blue connectors at both ends) with a DVI‑to‑VGA adapter (white connector).

You can purchase a DVI‑to‑VGA adapter from the Dell website at www.dell.com.

Connect Using the DVI Connector

Connect the display using a DVI cable.

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Connect Using the HDMI Connector

Connect the display using an HDMI cable.

Connect Using the DisplayPort Connector

Connect the display using a DisplayPort cable.

NOTE: Do not connect devices to the DisplayPort connector and the HDMI connector at the same time.

You can purchase additional HDMI and DVI cables from the Dell website at www.dell.com.

NOTE: For more information on connecting the display, see the documentation that shipped with your display.

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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

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows

Vista

To set up Windows Vista® for the first time follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take some time to complete. The 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 on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

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 a part of your original order, you can purchase one from the Dell website 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 connector 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 15.

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 → Connect To.

Follow the instructions on the screen to 3. complete the setup.

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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.

NOTE: The following instructions are applicable to the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view.

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

Click 2. Start → Control Panel.

Click 3. Network and Internet→ Network and

Sharing Center→ Setup a Connection→ 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.

Using Your Studio XPS Desktop

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

Front View Features

1 Service Tag and Express Service Code

(located on a label under the FlexBay panel) — Used to identify your computer

when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support.

FlexBay panel — Covers the FlexBay

slots.

Optical drive eject button — Press the

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

FlexBay slots (2) — Supports a floppy

drive, a Media Card Reader, or an additional hard drive.

Optical drive bay — Can contain an

additional optical drive.

Optical drive — Plays or records only

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

Media Card Reader — Provides a fast

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

USB 2.0 connector — Connects to USB devices that are connected occasionally such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players.

Hard drive activity light — Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. A blinking blue light indicates hard drive activity.

CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while the hard drive activity light is blinking.

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Power button and light — Turns the power on or off when pressed. The light in the center of this button indicates the power state:

Off — the computer is either turned • off or is not receiving power.

Blinking white — the computer is in • sleep state.

Solid white — the computer is on.•

Blinking amber — there may be a • problem with the system board.

Solid amber — there may be a • problem with either the system board or power supply.

NOTE: For information on power problems, see “Power Problems” on page 28.

Accessory tray — Used to place devices or secure cables to avoid clutter.

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USB 2.0 connectors (3) — Connects

to USB devices that are connected occasionally such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players.

Line-in or microphone connector — Connects to a microphone for voice or to an audio cable for audio input.

Headphone connector — Connects to headphones.

NOTE: To connect to a powered speaker or sound system, use the audio out or S/PDIF connector on the back of your computer.

Using Your Studio XPS Desktop

Back View Features

Security cable slot — Connects to a lock

for a security cable used as an anti‑theft device.

NOTE: Before you buy a lock, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer.

Expansion card slots — Provides access

to connectors for any installed PCI and PCI express cards.

Back panel connectors — Plug USB,

audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector.

Power connector — Connects to

the power cable. Appearance of this connector may vary.

Power supply light — Indicates power

availability of the power supply.

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