Dell XPS Notebook Reimage “How-To” GuideDellConsumer ClientRe-Image “How-To” Guide XPSNotebookRevision 3.5Aug 3th , 2016

Overview

Supported Operating Systems

XPS New Features & Image Impact

Latest Drivers / Applications and Utilities

Important Information

Updating the Graphics drivers for your computer

Installation Sequence

BIOS

Recommended Drivers / Applications Installation Order

Appendix B - Enable Intel Smart Response Technology Guidelines

Appendix C – BIOS SATA Mode Selection

Appendix D – Upgrade to Win10 from Win7/8.1

Dell XPS Consumer Information

studio XPS

abbreviations and acronyms

CAUTION: Safety Instructions

SAFETY: When Using Your Computer

SAFETY: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

Finding Information for Your Computer

Opening the Drive Door

Configuring Graphics Cards

Removing the Graphics Card Driver

RAID Level 0

Transferring Information to a New Computer

Copying CDs and DVDs

Using Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs

Network Setup Wizard

Intel ® Performance Acceleration Technology

Overclocking

Finding Solutions

Finding Help Information

Battery Problems

CD drive problems

Problems writing to a CD-RW drive

E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems

Error Messages

General Problems

A program crashes repeatedly

IEEE 1394 Device Problems

Mouse Problems

Network Problems

Power Problems

Printer Problems

Scanner Problems

Sound and Speaker Problems

No sound from headphones

If the screen is difficult to read

Diagnostic Lights

Dell Diagnostics

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

Drivers

Identifying Drivers

Creating a Restore Point

Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State

Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities

Before You Begin

Front and Back View of the Computer

Front View (Doors Open)

Back View

Recommended Tools

Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

Opening the Computer Cover

Inside View of Your Computer

System Board Components

DDR Memory Overview

Installing Memory

PCI Cards

Removing a PCI Card

AGP Cards

Installing an AGP Card

Hard Drive

Floppy Drive

CD/DVD Drive

Processor Airflow Shroud

Installing the Processor Airflow Shroud

Processor

Removing the Processor

Front Panel

Replacing the Front Panel

Drive Door

Replacing the Drive Door

Battery

Closing the Computer Cover

Specifications

Standard Settings

Clearing Forgotten Passwords

Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)

Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals

Regulatory Notices

Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (U.S. Only)

Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only)

Index

Finding Information

Changing the Front-Panel Light Color

Connecting Two Monitors

Connecting One Monitor With a VGA connector and One Monitor With a DVI Connector

Changing the Display Settings

Configuring Your Computer for RAID

Configuring for RAID Using the Intel(R) Option ROM Utility

Configuring for RAID Using the Intel(R) Application Accelerator

Playing CDs and Movies

Adjusting the Volume

Using Blank CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD+Rs, and DVD+RWs

Helpful Tips

Power Management

Power Options Properties

Hyper-Threading

PCI Express Cards

Troubleshooting Tips

CD and DVD drive problems

Hard drive problems

Lockups and Software Problems

Memory Problems

Video and Monitor Problems

Reinstalling Drivers

Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec

Reinstalling Windows XP

Before Working Inside Your Computer

Memory

Removing Memory

Drives

Connecting Drive Cables

Installing a Hard Drive

Adding a Second Hard Drive

Removing a Floppy Drive

Installing a CD/DVD Drive

Installing the Processor

System Setup

Entering System Setup

System Setup Options

Boot Sequence

Clearing CMOS Settings

Mouse

FCC Identification Information

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop

Before Setting Up Your Computer

Connect the Display

Connect the Keyboard and Mouse

Connect the Network Cable (Optional)

Connect the Power Cable

Press the Power Button

Connect to the Internet (Optional)

Using Your Studio XPS Desktop

Back View Features

Back Panel Connectors

Software Features

Dell Dock

Solving Problems

Using Support Tools

System Messages

Hardware Troubleshooter

Restoring Your Operating System

Dell Factory Image Restore

Operating System Reinstallation

Getting Help

Service

Online Services

Automated Order‑Status Service

Before You Call

Contacting Dell

Resources

external connectors

Appendix

Front View

Left Side View

Right Side View

Bottom View

Connecting to the Internet

Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard With the Operating System CD

Setting Up a Printer

Connecting a USB Printer

Surge Protectors

Adjusting Brightness

Setting Display Resolution

Numeric Keypad

Key Combinations

Touch Pad

Power Management Tips

Selecting a Power Scheme

Setting Battery Alarms and Actions

Hibernate Mode

Alarms Tab

Hibernate Tab

Battery Types

Checking the Battery Charge

Charge Gauge

Storing a Battery

Adjusting the Picture

Using Blank CDs and DVDs

Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device

S-Video and Standard Audio

S-Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio

Composite Video and Standard Audio

Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio

Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio

Setting Up the Cyberlink (CL) Headphones

Enabling the Display Settings for a TV

ExpressCard Types

Dell XPS Consumer Information

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