Dell Studio XPS 8100 Support Question
Dell Studio XPS 8100 Support Question
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Question posted by shxeon on February 18th, 2014
Desktop Dell Studio Xps 8100 Won't Turn On
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Setup Guide - Page 4
... tells you make better use of your computer. Bluetooth is strictly forbidden. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Studio XPS, Dell On Call, and DellConnect are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property...
Setup Guide - Page 5
... Up the Operating System 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 14
Using Your Studio XPS Desktop 18 Front View Features 18 Top View Features 20 Back View Features 22 Back Panel Connectors 24
Software Features 26 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 31 Dell Dock 32
Solving Problems 33 Beep Codes 33 Network Problems 34 Power Problems...
Setup Guide - Page 7
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your Studio XPS™ 8100 desktop. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
5 Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
This section provides information about setting up your computer.
Setup Guide - Page 8
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.
6
Setup Guide - Page 9
... enclosed space, such as a cabinet or a drawer when it to place your computer may cause it is powered on all other sides.
Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
7 Restricting airflow around your computer.
Setup Guide - Page 10
... connector.
Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
Connect the Display
Your computer has integrated video connectors. You can purchase the DVI-to-VGA adapter, HDMI-to identify the connectors on your computer and display. See the following table to -DVI adapter, and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com. NOTE: When connecting...
Setup Guide - Page 12
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.
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Setup Guide - Page 13
... Cable (Optional)
A network connection is not required to complete your computer. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop 11 A click indicates that uses a cable connection (such as a broadband device or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now.
NOTE: Use only an Ethernet cable...
Setup Guide - Page 15
... on the screen.
NOTE: It is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at support.dell.com.
Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Set Up the Operating System
Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer...
Setup Guide - Page 16
... your original order, you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions.
Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
Connect to the Internet (Optional)
To connect to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection.
• If you can purchase one...
Setup Guide - Page 18
Contact your ISP information ready. To set your Dell™ computer to the Windows classic view.
1. Click Start → Control Panel.
3.....
If you set up a connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window appears.
16 Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in the...
Setup Guide - Page 21
... lower end of data, never turn off the computer while the hard drive activity light is inserted.
2 Media Card Reader - Can contain an additional optical drive.
5 FlexBay slot - Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
7
USB 2.0 connectors (2) -
CAUTION: To avoid loss of the button to eject the disc tray.
9
Hard drive activity light - Plays or records...
Setup Guide - Page 23
...; Off - Connects
to
an audio cable for audio input.
3
Headphone connector - Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
5
Power button and light - NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on or off or is not receiving power.
• Solid white - Turns the
computer on page 35.
6
USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Used to place devices or secure...
Setup Guide - Page 28
... including CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (if the option is selected at support.dell.com/manuals. Check your purchase order for software installed on your hard drive or at ... accout, and upload or download files.
Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
Software Features
NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your computer.
Setup Guide - Page 30
... maximizing system performance. Windows® 7
• Power saver - Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
Customizing Your Energy Settings
You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your Dell computer provides the following options:
Windows Vista®
• Dell Recommended - Saves power on capable hardware.
28 Saves power on...
Setup Guide - Page 31
...
click Transfer files from another computer.
3. Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Welcome Center→ Transfer files and settings.
Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
Transferring Information to a New Computer
Windows Vista®
NOTE: The following steps are applicable for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if...
Setup Guide - Page 33
Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
Dell DataSafe Online Backup
NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions.
To schedule backups:
1.
Follow the instructions that helps protect your computer using a password‑protected account. You can access the service on the taskbar.
2. For more information, go to delldatasafe.com. Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for...
Setup Guide - Page 34
Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
Dell Dock
The Dell Dock is displayed.
2. Right-click the Dock, click Add→ Category. Click Save. Right-click the category or icon on the screen. Right-click the ...
Setup Guide - Page 69
Computer Model
Studio XPS™ 8100
Computer Information
Processor types
Intel® Core™ i7-870 Intel Core i7-860 Intel Core i7-750 Intel Core i5-670
Intel Core i5-...-ECC memory only
4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB, 12GB and 16 GB
4 GB
16 GB
NOTE: For instructions on upgrading memory , see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.
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Comprehensive Specifications - Page 1
... Intel Core i5-660 Intel Core i5-650 Intel Core i3-540 Intel Core i3-530
L1 cache
32 KB
L2 cache
256 KB/core Dell™ Studio XPS™ 8100: Comprehensive Specifications
This document provides information that you may vary by region.
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