Dell XPS 8300 Support Question
Dell XPS 8300 Support Question
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Question posted by Anonymous-45265 on December 12th, 2011
Add A Firewire Port To Xps X8300?
Does the dell studio xps x8300 come with a firewire port, and if not can it be added?
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Related Dell XPS 8300 Manual Pages
Owner's Manual - Page 23
...This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP.
4 Complete the checklist and required preparations. 5 Return to the Internet, ... exit any open programs. 2 Double-click the MSN Explorer or AOL icon on the Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on the same line simultaneously.
• Cable modem connections that provide Internet ...
Owner's Manual - Page 62
... state that existed before you install drivers obtained from the ResourceCD.
1 With the Windows desktop displayed, insert the ResourceCD. Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If a problem occurs on the screen.
62 Advanced Tr oubleshooting www.dell.com | support.dell.com
5 Click Device Manager. 6 Scroll down the list to see if any device has...
Owner's Manual - Page 63
...information, see page 32. Using Windows® System Restore
The Microsoft® Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer to an earlier ... 3 Follow the instructions on using System Restore.
If you see the Windows desktop, reinsert the ResourceCD. 5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. A message stating that the ResourceCD is not...
Owner's Manual - Page 67
... the Windows desktop, and then shut down the computer and try again. 5 Press the arrow keys to select CD-ROM, and press . 6 When the Press any key to complete the setup depends on the screen. Click Exit if Install Windows XP message appears. 3 Restart the computer. 4 Press immediately after the DELL™ logo...
Setup Guide - Page 5
Contents
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop 5 Lifting Your Computer 6 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Connect the Display 8 Connect the...Connect to the Internet (Optional 15
Using Your XPS Desktop 18 Front View Features 18 Top View Features 20
Back View Features 24 Back Panel Connectors 26 Software Features 28 Dell Dock 29 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 30
Solving Problems 31 Beep ...
Setup Guide - Page 7
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
This section provides information about setting up your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
5 WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your Dell XPS 8300 desktop.
Setup Guide - Page 8
Setting Up Your 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.
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Setup Guide - Page 9
... sides. You should never place your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or a drawer when it to place your computer. Setting Up Your 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 overheat...
Setup Guide - Page 10
... the system setup (BIOS) utility and set the Intel Multiple Monitor Feature to -DVI adapter, and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Connect the Display
If you to connect your computer to more than one monitor simultaneously. You can purchase the DVI-to-VGA adapter...
Setup Guide - Page 11
Connection Type
VGA-to-VGA (VGA cable)
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 identify the connectors on your computer and display. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
See the following table to -DVI adapter + DVI cable)
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Setup Guide - Page 12
Setting Up Your 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
... network connector (RJ45 connector) on the back panel of the network cable to either a network port or a broadband device. Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector...network or Internet connection that the network cable has been securely attached. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop 11 Connect the Network Cable (Optional)
A network connection is not required to complete ...
Setup Guide - Page 14
Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button
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Setup Guide - Page 15
...the operating system. NOTE: For more information on the screen. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is preconfigured with
the Microsoft Windows operating system.... Set Up the Operating System
Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your...
Setup Guide - Page 16
.... Insert the disc or USB key in an undesirable operating state.
To create a system recovery media:
1.
Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup.
3. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)
NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer...
Setup Guide - Page 17
...external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Turn on page 16.
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Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional)
NOTE: Availability of your computer.
3. Click Start → All Programs... wall connector before you can purchase one from www.dell.com.
To complete setting up your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions.
Setup Guide - Page 18
...; Control Panel. 3. To set up your connection to a wireless router:
1. Setting Up Your Internet Connection
ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Setting Up Your 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 help you get...
Setup Guide - Page 19
... your Internet connection:
1.
Click Start → Control Panel.
3.
NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to complete the setup. Setting Up Your XPS Desktop
17 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2. To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window...
Setup Guide - Page 20
Front View Features
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18 Using Your XPS Desktop
This section provides information about the features available on your XPS desktop.
Setup Guide - Page 31
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Drag and drop the icon to personalize the Dock.
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Choose the desired option to the Dock or a category. Using Your XPS Desktop
Dell Dock
The Dell Dock is a group of the icons
Add a Category
1. Remove a Category or Icon
1. Right-click the Dock and click Advanced Setting...
2. Enter a title for the category from the Select...
