Finding Information For Your Computer - Dell OptiPlex 170L User Manual

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Finding Information for Your Computer

Dell™ OptiPlex™ 170L User's Guide
What are you looking for?
A diagnostic program for my
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computer
Drivers for my computer
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My computer documentation
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My device documentation
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Desktop System Software
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(DSS)
How to set up my computer
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Troubleshooting information
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How to run the Dell
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Diagnostics
Error codes and diagnostic
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lights
Tools and utilities
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Warranty information
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Safety instructions
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Regulatory information
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Ergonomics information
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End User License Agreement
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Operating system updates
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and patches
Express Service Code and
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Service Tag
Microsoft® Windows®
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License Label
Latest drivers for my
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computer
Answers to technical service
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and support questions
Online discussions with other
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users and technical support
Documentation for my
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computer
Service call status and
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support history
Top technical issues for my
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computer
Frequently asked questions
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File downloads
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Details on my computer
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configuration
Find It Here
Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as the ResourceCD)
Documentation and drivers are already installed on your computer when shipped from Dell. You
can use the CD to
"Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" and "Dell Diagnostics" for more information.
Readme files may be included on your CD to provide last-minute updates about technical
changes to your computer or advanced technical-reference material for experienced users or
technicians.
NOTE: The latest drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com.
The Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not ship with all computers.
NOTE:
Quick Reference Guide
NOTE: The Quick Reference Guide is optional and may not ship with all computers.
Dell™ Product Information Guide
Desktop System Software (DSS)
The DSS is located on the Drivers and Utilities CD and on the Dell Support website.
Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License
These labels are located on the bottom of your computer.
Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact technical support.
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Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support.
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Dell Support Website — support.dell.com
The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including:
Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses
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Community Forum — Online discussion with other Dell customers
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Upgrades — Upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system
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Customer Care — Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information
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Downloads — Drivers, patches, and software updates
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Reference — Computer documentation, product specifications, and white papers
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Dell Premier Support Website — premiersupport.dell.com
The Dell Premier Support website is customized for corporate, government, and education customers. This website
may not be available in all regions.
reinstall drivers, run the Dell Diagnostics, or access your documentation. See