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Dell XPS One 24 User Manual (354 pages)

Dell Inspiron 545 MT: User Guide

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 4.09 MB

Table of Contents
3
1 Finding Information

23
- Start Button
  23
- Microsoft Windows Help and Support
  24
  - Windows Vista
    25
  - Windows ® 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

33
- Overview
  33
- Taskbar
  34
- Desktop Icons and Shortcuts
  36
  - Deleting an Icon from the Desktop
    36
  - Creating and Deleting Program Shortcuts on the Desktop
    37
- Shortcut Menus
  38
- Changing the Desktop Appearance
  39
  - Windows Vista
    39
  - Windows ® XP
    40
  - Setting up a Screen Saver
    41
  - Windows Vista
    41
  - Windows XP
    41
- Start Button (Menu)
  42
  - Overview
    42
  - Customizing the Start Menu
    43
- Control Panel
  44
3 Monitors and Displays

47
- Cleaning Your Computer's Display Screen
  47
- Adjusting the Resolution of Your Display
  48
4 Navigation Devices

57
5 Printers-Settings and Drivers

71
- Accessing Printer Information
  71
- Changing Printer Settings
  72
  - For Windows Vista
    72
  - For Windows ® XP
    72
- Setting up Printers
  73
  - Adding a Printer
    73
  - Setting the Default Printer
    74
- Sharing Printers on a Network
  74
- Installing a Printer Driver
  75
6 Drives and Media

77
7 Shutting down Your Computer

99
8 Files and Folders

109
- Navigating to Files
  110
  - Selecting and Opening Files
    111
  - Selecting a Group of Files
    111
  - Selecting Several Random Files
    111
  - Opening and Saving a File
    112
  - Opening a Graphic Image (Picture or Art)
    112
- Finding Files
  112
  - Searching for a File
    112
- Renaming Files
  113
- Printing Files
  113
- Deleting Files
  113
- Sharing Files
  114
  - Windows Vista
    114
  - Windows XP
    115
  - Sharing Files with Password Protection
    115
- Restricting Access to a File
  115
- Transferring Files and Settings to a New Computer
  116
  - Transferring Files from a Computer Running Windows XP to a Computer Running Windows Vista
    116
  - Transferring Files between Computers Running Windows XP
    117
- Backing up Files
  117
  - Windows Vista
    117
  - Windows XP
    118
  - Running Backup When the Settings Have Been Preconfigured
    118
  - Running Backup with Hidden Drives
    119
- Restoring Files
  119
  - Windows Vista
    119
  - Windows XP
    119
9 Managing Applications (Programs)

121
10 Maintenance Tasks

125
- Performance and Ensure Security)
  125
  - Performing Maintenance Tasks to Increase Computer Speed and Ensure Security
    125
  - Cleaning Your Computer
    126
    
    Before You Start
    126
    
    Cleaning the Computer
    126
    
    Cleaning Optical Drives and Optical Drive Media
    126
  - Managing Your Computer Performance
    127
    
    Windows Vista
    127
    
    Windows ® XP
    128
  - Performance Tuning
    129
    
    System Setup Based Performance Tuning
    129
    
    Software Based Performance Tuning
    129
    
    NVIDIA Performance
    129
    
    NVIDIA Monitor
    130
  - Cleaning up Your Hard Drive
    131
  - Defragmenting Your Hard Drive
    132
  - Detecting and Repairing Disk Errors
    133
  - Scanning for Viruses and Spyware
    133
11 Power

135
- Protection Devices, and Batteries)
  135
  - Setting Power Options
    135
    
    Windows Vista
    135
    
    Windows ® XP
    137
  - Power Protection Devices
    140
    
    Surge Protector
    140
    
    Power Line Conditioner
    140
    
    Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
    141
  - Laptop Computer Batteries
    141
    
    Using Your Laptop Computer for the First Time
    142
    
    Preserving the Life of a Battery
    142
    
    Replacing a Battery
    143
    
    Checking the Battery Charge
    143
    
    Microsoft Windows
    144
    
    Conserving Battery Power
    145
    
    Charging the Battery
    145
    
    Storing a Battery
    146
    
    US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions
    146
    
    Dell™ Controlpoint Power Manager
    146
12 Networks

149
13 Accessing the Internet

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- Overview
  171
- Setting up Your Internet Connection
  173
  - Windows Vista
    173
  - Windows ® XP
    174
- Troubleshooting Problems Connecting to the Internet
  175
- Web Browser Settings
  175
- Internet Security and Privacy
  178
  - Increasing Security for Your Computer While Accessing the Internet
    178
  - Protecting Your Privacy While Accessing the Internet
    179
  - Viruses
    179
  - Firewalls
    180
  - Spyware and Malware
    182
  - Spam
    183
  - Phishing Scams
    183
  - Shopping Securely over the Internet
    183
- Controlling Pop-Ups
  184
- Controlling Unwanted Toolbars
  185
- Content Advisory/Parental Controls
  185
- Bookmarking Favorite Websites
  185
- Searching for Information on the Internet
  186
- Changing the Internet Communications Protocol (TCP/IP) Settings
  187
- Printing a Web Page
  187
- Freeing up Space and Protecting Your Computer
  188
- Maintaining Privacy by Blocking and Deleting Cookies
  189
14 Mail

191
- Setting up a New E-Mail Account
  191
  - Windows Vista
    192
  - Windows ® XP
    192
- Managing and Organizing E-Mail Messages
  192
  - Windows XP
    194
- Securing Your E-Mail
  194
  - Reducing Spam
    195
  - Viruses and Phishing
    196
    
    Avoiding E-Mail Attachments
    197
  - Viewing E-Mail Messages
    197
  - Sending E-Mail
    197
    
    Windows Vista
    197
    
    Windows XP
    198
  - Creating a Contact Group (Mailing List)
    198
    
    Windows Vista
    198
    
    Windows XP
    199
  - Backing up E-Mail Messages
    200
    
    Windows Vista
    200
    
    Windows XP
    200
15 Multimedia

203
16 Connecting Your Computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings

215
17 Security and Privacy

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- Protecting Your Computer-Using Administrator Rights, User Groups, and Passwords
  251
  - Administrator Rights
    251
  - User Groups
    252
  - Passwords
    253
- Smart Cards
  254
- Fingerprint Readers
  254
- Facial Recognition Software
  255
- Using a Firewall to Secure Your Computer
  255
  - Turning on Windows Firewall
    255
- Encrypting Files and Folders
  256
- Using Antivirus Software
  256
- Maintaining Security When Using a Public Wireless Network
  256
- Reducing the Risk of Getting Computer Viruses
  257
- Dealing with Cookies
  258
  - Blocking All Cookies
    258
- Avoiding Spyware and Malware
  259
18 Microsoft Windows XP Pro Remote Desktop

261
19 Restoring Your Operating System

265
20 Troubleshooting

271
- Troubleshooting Tools
  272
  - Power Lights for Desktop Computers
    273
  - Diagnostic Lights for Desktop Computers
    274
  - Diagnostic Lights for Laptop Computers
    275
  - System Messages for Desktop Computers
    275
  - System Messages for Laptop Computers
    276
  - Cmos Battery
    278
  - Windows Hardware Troubleshooter
    280
  - Running the Dell Diagnostics
    281
  - Dell Support Center
    285
- Solving Problems
  287
  - Battery Problems
    287
  - Drive Problems
    287
  - Optical Drive Problems
    288
  - E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
    289
  - Error Messages
    290
  - IEEE 1394 Device Problems
    291
  - Keyboard Problems for External Keyboards
    292
  - Lockups and Software Problems
    292
  - Memory Problems
    294
  - Mouse Problems
    295
  - Network Problems
    296
  - Power Problems
    296
  - Printer Problems
    298
  - Scanner Problems
    299
  - Sound and Speaker Problems
    299
  - Touch Pad or Mouse Problems for Laptop Computers
    301
  - Video and Monitor Problems
    302
  - Power Lights
    304
- Dell Technical Update Service
  305
21 System Setup

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- Viewing System Settings with the System Setup Program
  307
- Changing the BIOS Settings
  310
  - Viewing the BIOS Settings
    311
  - Upgrading the BIOS (Flashing the BIOS)
    311
22 Ports

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- USB Port
  313
- IEEE 1394 Port
  314
- RS232 Serial Port
  315
- Parallel Port
  316
- Esata Port
  317
- Modem
  318
- Ethernet Port
  319
- Keyboard and Mouse Port (PS2)
  320
- VGA Port
  321
- DVI-I Port
  322
- S-Video TV-Out Port
  323
- Component Video
  324
- Composite Video
  325
- HDMI Port
  326
- Displayport
  327
- S/PDIF Port (Coaxial RCA)
  328
- S/PDIF Port (Toslink)
  328
- Audio Ports
  329
23 Getting Help

331
- Obtaining Assistance
  331
- Dell Support Service
  332
  - Technical Support and Customer Service
    332
  - Dellconnect
    332
  - Online Services
    333
  - Autotech Service
    334
  - Automated Order-Status Service
    334
  - Problems with Your Order
    334
  - Product Information
    334
  - Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit
    334
  - Before You Call
    335
- Contacting Dell
  337

Dell XPS One 24 User Manual (74 pages)

Monitor

Brand: Dell | Category: Monitor | Size: 9.24 MB

Table of Contents
3
1 About Your Monitor

5
- Package Contents
  5
- Product Features
  6
- Identifying Parts and Controls
  7
  - Back View
    8
  - Side View
    9
  - Bottom View
    9
- Monitor Specifications
  10
  - Preset Display Modes
    11
  - Electrical Specifications
    11
  - Physical Characteristics
    12
  - Environmental Characteristics
    13
  - Power Management Modes
    13
  - Pin Assignments
    14
- Plug and Play Capability
  18
- LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy
  19
- Maintenance Guidelines
  19
2 Setting up the Monitor

20
- Attaching the Stand
  20
- Connecting Your Monitor
  20
- Organizing the Cables
  22
- Attaching the Cable Cover
  22
- Removing the Stand
  23
- Wall Mounting (Optional)
  24
3 Operating the Monitor

25
- Using the Front Panel Controls
  25
- Front Panel Button
  27
- Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
  28
  - Contrast Adjustment
    29
  - Your Monitor
    30
  - Input Source
    30
  - Color Settings
    31
  - Menu Settings
    38
  - Menu Settings
    39
  - Osd Warning Messages
    42
- Setting the Maximum Resolution
  44
- Setting the DP1.2 Display
  45
4 Troubleshooting

50
- Self-Test
  50
- Built-In Diagnostics
  51
- Common Problems
  52
- Troubleshooting
  52
- Product Specific Problems
  55
- Troubleshooting the Card Reader
  56
5 Appendix

58
6 Setting up Your Monitor

59

Dell XPS One 24 Setup Manual (80 pages)

Dell Desktop Computer Setup Guide

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 1.56 MB

Setup Guide
3
Table of Contents
5
Setting up Your XPS One ™ Computer

7
- Before Setting up Your Computer
  7
- Set up the Wireless Keyboard
  8
- And Mouse
  8
- Connect the Network Cable (Optional)
  10
- Connect the Power Cable
  11
- Press the Computer Power Button
  12
- Windows Vista ® Setup
  13
- Set up Media Center
  14
- Optional TV Tuner)
  14
Using Your XPS One

20
- Front View Features
  20
- Left Side Features
  22
- Back Panel Connectors
  24
- Wireless Keyboard
  26
- Using the Optical Disc Drive
  28
- TV Input Device (Optional)
  28
- Software Features
  29
- Connect to the Internet (Optional)
  30
- Wireless Keyboard or Mouse
  33
- Problems
  33
Solving Problems

33
- Network Problems
  34
- Power Problems
  35
- Memory Problems
  36
- Lockups and Software Problems
  37
Using Support Tools

40
- Dell Support Center
  40
- Beep Codes
  40
- System Messages
  41
- Hardware Troubleshooter
  42
- Dell Diagnostics
  43
Contents

45
System Recovery Options

45
- System Restore
  45
- Dell Factory Image Restore
  46
- Operating System Reinstallation
  48
Getting Help

50
- Technical Support and Customer
  51
- Service
  51
- Dellconnect
  51
- Online Services
  51
- Automated Order-Status Service
  52
- Product Information
  52
- Returning Items for Repair under Warranty or for Credit
  53
- Before You Call
  54
- Contacting Dell
  55
Finding more Information and

56
Resources

56
Specifications

58
Appendix

64
- Macrovision Product Notice
  64
Index

65

Dell XPS One 24 User Manual (70 pages)

USB-C Hub Monitor

Brand: Dell | Category: Monitor | Size: 6.24 MB

Table of Contents
3
Safety Instructions

5
About Your Monitor

6
- Package Contents
  6
- Product Features
  7
- Identifying Parts and Controls
  8
  - Front View
    8
  - Back View
    9
  - Bottom View
    10
- Monitor Specifications
  11
- Plug-And-Play
  24
- LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy
  24
- Ergonomics
  25
- Handling and Moving Your Display
  27
- Maintenance Guidelines
  28
  - Cleaning Your Monitor
    28
Setting up the Monitor

29
Operating the Monitor

41
- Power on the Monitor
  41
- Using the Joystick Control
  41
- Using the Rear-Panel Controls
  42
- Using the OSD Lock Function
  43
  - Front-Panel Button
    46
- Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
  47
Troubleshooting

62
- Self-Test
  62
- Built-In Diagnostics
  63
- Common Problems
  64
- Product Specific Problems
  65
- Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems
  68
Appendix

70

Dell XPS One 24 Service Manual (50 pages)

Service Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 6.25 MB

Table of Contents
3
1 Technical Overview

7
- Inside View of Your XPS One™ A2420 Computer
  7
2 Before You Begin

9
3 Replacing the Computer Cover

11
4 Replacing the Stand

13
5 Replacing the Top Shield

15
6 Replacing Memory Module(S)

17
7 Replacing Drives

19
- Replacing the Hard Drive
  19
- Replacing the Optical Drive
  21
8 Replacing Cards

25
9 Replacing the Processor Heat Sink Assembly

33
10 Replacing the Processor

37
11 Replacing the Battery

41
12 System Setup

43
- Overview
  43
- Entering System Setup
  43
  - System Setup Screens
    43
  - Options List
    44
- System Setup Options
  45
- Boot Sequence
  47
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  49

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Dell XPS One 24 User Manual (354 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Finding Information

2 Microsoft Windows Desktop

3 Monitors and Displays

4 Navigation Devices

5 Printers-Settings and Drivers

6 Drives and Media

7 Shutting down Your Computer

8 Files and Folders

9 Managing Applications (Programs)

10 Maintenance Tasks

11 Power

12 Networks

13 Accessing the Internet

14 Mail

15 Multimedia

16 Connecting Your Computer to a TV and Adjusting Display Settings

17 Security and Privacy

18 Microsoft Windows XP Pro Remote Desktop

19 Restoring Your Operating System

20 Troubleshooting

21 System Setup

22 Ports

23 Getting Help

Dell XPS One 24 User Manual (74 pages)

Table of Contents

1 About Your Monitor

2 Setting up the Monitor

3 Operating the Monitor

4 Troubleshooting

5 Appendix

6 Setting up Your Monitor

Dell XPS One 24 Setup Manual (80 pages)

Table of Contents

Setting up Your XPS One ™ Computer

Using Your XPS One

Solving Problems

Using Support Tools

Contents

System Recovery Options

Getting Help

Finding more Information and

Resources

Specifications

Appendix

Index

Dell XPS One 24 User Manual (70 pages)

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions

About Your Monitor

Setting up the Monitor

Operating the Monitor

Troubleshooting

Appendix

Dell XPS One 24 Service Manual (50 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Technical Overview

2 Before You Begin

3 Replacing the Computer Cover

4 Replacing the Stand

5 Replacing the Top Shield

6 Replacing Memory Module(S)

7 Replacing Drives

8 Replacing Cards

9 Replacing the Processor Heat Sink Assembly

10 Replacing the Processor

11 Replacing the Battery

12 System Setup

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