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How To Reset Dell Xps 8100 Bios
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Dell Technology Guide - Page 3
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...XP 25
Control Panel 26
Information About Installed Hardware 26 Device Manager 26 Hardware Devices Installed on Your Computer 27
Programs Installed on Your Computer 28
Wireless Networking 28
Dell... Support Website 29 Technical Support 29 Customer Service 30 Warranty Information 30 Dell Forums 31 Contact Us 31
BIOS (System Setup Program) Settings 31
2 Microsoft Windows Desktop ...
Dell Technology Guide - Page 19
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... 266 Enabling System Restore 267
Using Dell™ PC Restore and Dell Factory Image Restore 267
Windows Vista: Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . 268
Using the Operating System Media 269 Before you Begin 269 Reinstalling Windows XP or Windows Vista . . . . 269
20 Troubleshooting 271
Troubleshooting Tools 272 Power Lights for Desktop Computers 273 Diagnostic Lights for...
Dell Technology Guide - Page 63
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...touch pointer when I'm interacting with water, and wipe it gently across the
surface of your desktop. Windows® XP
1 Click Start
→ Control Panel→ Printers and Other
Hardware→ Pen and ... Devices (Mouse, Keyboard, Touch Pad)
63 To change the zoom settings, double-click the Dell Touch Pad icon in and out by spreading two fingers or by bringing the two fingers together...
Dell Technology Guide - Page 287
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... O R D I S K - Replace the battery only with your computer. Discard used batteries according to repeatedly reset time and date information after turning on page 337). ENSURE THAT MICROSOFT® WINDOWS® RECOGNIZES THE DRIVE -
...the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
Windows® XP
• Click Start
→ and click My...
Dell Technology Guide - Page 296
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..., follow the safety instructions shipped with your computer or see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replace the network cable. See "Windows Hardware Troubleshooter" on page 273 or "Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers" on page 280. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K L I V E R - Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your...
Setup Guide - Page 4
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... or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries; Dell Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark of your computer. Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
NOTE...in this document is a trademark of Dell Inc.; Reproduction of Dell Inc. is used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE, Studio XPS, Dell On Call, and DellConnect are either...
Setup Guide - Page 5
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... 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
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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. WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your Studio XPS™ 8100 desktop.
Setup Guide - Page 10
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... integrated HDMI or DVI connector. NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to -DVI adapter, and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
Connect the Display
Your computer has integrated video connectors.
Setup Guide - Page 15
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...Set Up Ubuntu
To set up an Internet connection.
Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process.
The ... is preconfigured with the operating system you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer unusable and you through several procedures including ...Dell computer is recommended that you selected at support...
Setup Guide - Page 16
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...you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP).
Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
Connect to the Internet (Optional)
To connect to the telephone wall jack before you set up your... If you are using a dial-up your original order, you can purchase one at www.dell.com. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not part of your wired Internet ...
Setup Guide - Page 18
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Contact your ISP to the Internet window appears.
16
To set your Dell™ computer to the Internet but have successfully connected in your Internet connection:
Windows..., the Connect to the Internet. Contact your ISP information ready. Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. If you do not have a service outage.
Setup Guide - Page 23
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... connected
occasionally such as memory keys, digital
cameras, and MP3 players.
21 Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
5
Power button and light - There may be a problem with either the system board...computer.
4 Accessory tray - The light
in the center of your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support.
2
Microphone or line-in sleep state or there may be...
Setup Guide - Page 28
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... formats including CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (if the option is selected at support.dell.com/manuals. 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 hard drive or at the time of purchase). You can use...
Setup Guide - Page 30
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...activity and by consuming energy on capable hardware.
28 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 - Offers full performance when you need it and saves power...
Setup Guide - Page 31
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... on the Windows Easy Transfer wizard.
29 Windows® 7
1. 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 you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view.
1. In the search box...
Setup Guide - Page 33
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Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
Dell DataSafe Online Backup
NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions. For more information, go to delldatasafe.com.
Double-click the Dell DataSafe Online icon on the screen.
31 To schedule backups:
1. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the taskbar.
2.
...
Setup Guide - Page 34
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... of icons that provides easy access to frequently-used applications, files,
and folders. Select an icon for the category in the Title field. 3. Using Your Studio XPS Desktop
Dell Dock
The Dell Dock is displayed.
2.
Setup Guide - Page 69
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...
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.
67 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...
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