User Manuals: Dell XPS Gen 3 Desktop Computer

Manuals and User Guides for Dell XPS Gen 3 Desktop Computer. We have 4 Dell XPS Gen 3 Desktop Computer manuals available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual, User Manual, Service Manual, Product Information Manual

Dell XPS Gen 3 Owner's Manual (146 pages)

Dell XPS Gen 3: Owners Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 6 MB

Abbreviations and Acronyms
2
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
2
Table of Contents
3
Finding Information
9
1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

13
2 Optimizing Performance

29
- Hyper-Threading
  29
- Overclocking
  29
- PCI Express Cards
  30
3 Solving Problems

31
- Troubleshooting Tips
  31
- Battery Problems
  31
- Drive Problems
  31
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    32
  - Hard Drive Problems
    33
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  33
- Error Messages
  34
- IEEE 1394 Device Problems
  35
- Keyboard Problems
  35
- Lockups and Software Problems
  36
- Memory Problems
  38
- Mouse Problems
  38
- Network Problems
  39
- Power Problems
  40
- Printer Problems
  41
- Scanner Problems
  41
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  42
  - No Sound from Speakers
    42
  - No Sound from Headphones
    43
- Video and Monitor Problems
  44
  - If the Screen Is Blank
    44
  - If the Screen Is Difficult to Read
    44
4 Advanced Troubleshooting

47
- Diagnostic Lights
  47
- Dell Diagnostics
  50
  - When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
    50
- Drivers
  53
  - What Is a Driver
    53
  - Identifying Drivers
    53
  - Reinstalling Drivers
    54
- Using Microsoft ® Windows ® XP System Restore
  55
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  57
- Reinstalling Microsoft ® Windows ® XP
  57
  - Before You Begin
    57
  - Reinstalling Windows XP
    58
5 Removing and Installing Parts

61
- Before You Begin
  61
- Front and Back View of the Computer
  63
  - Front View
    63
  - Front View (Doors Open)
    64
  - Back View
    65
- Opening the Computer Cover
  67
- Inside View of Your Computer
  68
- System Board Components
  69
- Memory
  70
  - Installing Memory
    71
  - Removing Memory
    73
- Cards
  73
  - PCI Cards
    74
  - PCI Express Cards
    77
- Drives
  82
  - General Installation Guidelines
    82
  - Connecting Drive Cables
    83
- Hard Drive
  84
  - Removing a Hard Drive
    84
  - Installing a Hard Drive
    85
  - Adding a Second Hard Drive
    88
- Floppy Drive
  89
  - Removing a Floppy Drive
    89
  - Installing a Floppy Drive
    90
- CD/DVD Drive
  92
  - Removing a CD/DVD Drive
    92
  - Installing a CD/DVD Drive
    93
- Processor Airflow Shroud
  96
  - Removing the Processor Airflow Shroud
    96
  - Installing the Processor Airflow Shroud
    97
- Processor
  97
  - Removing the Processor
    97
  - Installing the Processor
    100
- Front Panel
  102
  - Removing the Front Panel
    102
  - Replacing the Front Panel
    103
- Drive Door
  104
  - Removing the Drive Door
    104
  - Replacing the Drive Door
    105
- Battery
  107
  - Replacing the Battery
    107
- Closing the Computer Cover
  108
6 Appendix

109
- Specifications
  109
- System Setup
  113
  - Overview
    113
  - Entering System Setup
    114
  - System Setup Options
    115
  - Boot Sequence
    118
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  119
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  120
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  121
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    121
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    121
- FCC Notices (U.S. Only)
  121
  - Class a
    122
  - Class B
    122
  - FCC Identification Information
    123
- Contacting Dell
  123
- Italy (Milan)
  130
Index

141

Dell XPS Gen 3 User Manual (144 pages)

Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 5 MB

Abbreviations and Acronyms
2
Table of Contents
3
Finding Information
9
1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

13
2 Optimizing Performance

29
- Hyper-Threading
  29
- Overclocking
  29
- PCI Express Cards
  30
3 Solving Problems

31
- Troubleshooting Tips
  31
- Battery Problems
  31
- Drive Problems
  31
  - CD and DVD Drive Problems
    32
  - Hard Drive Problems
    33
- E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems
  33
- Error Messages
  34
- IEEE 1394 Device Problems
  35
- Keyboard Problems
  35
- Lockups and Software Problems
  36
- Memory Problems
  38
- Mouse Problems
  38
- Network Problems
  39
- Power Problems
  40
- Printer Problems
  41
- Scanner Problems
  41
- Sound and Speaker Problems
  42
  - No Sound from Speakers
    42
  - No Sound from Headphones
    43
- Video and Monitor Problems
  44
  - If the Screen Is Blank
    44
  - If the Screen Is Difficult to Read
    44
4 Advanced Troubleshooting

47
- Diagnostic Lights
  47
- Dell Diagnostics
  50
  - When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
    50
- Drivers
  53
  - What Is a Driver
    53
  - Identifying Drivers
    53
  - Reinstalling Drivers
    54
- Using Microsoft ® Windows ® XP System Restore
  55
- Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
  57
- Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP
  57
  - Before You Begin
    57
  - Reinstalling Windows XP
    58
5 Removing and Installing Parts

61
- Before You Begin
  61
- Front and Back View of the Computer
  63
  - Front View
    63
  - Front View (Doors Open)
    64
  - Back View
    65
- Opening the Computer Cover
  67
- Inside View of Your Computer
  68
- System Board Components
  69
- Memory
  70
  - Installing Memory
    71
  - Removing Memory
    73
- Cards
  73
  - PCI Cards
    74
  - PCI Express Cards
    77
- Drives
  82
  - General Installation Guidelines
    82
  - Connecting Drive Cables
    83
- Hard Drive
  84
  - Removing a Hard Drive
    84
  - Installing a Hard Drive
    85
  - Adding a Second Hard Drive
    88
- Floppy Drive
  89
  - Removing a Floppy Drive
    89
  - Installing a Floppy Drive
    90
- CD/DVD Drive
  92
  - Removing a CD/DVD Drive
    92
  - Installing a CD/DVD Drive
    93
- Processor Airflow Shroud
  96
  - Removing the Processor Airflow Shroud
    96
  - Installing the Processor Airflow Shroud
    97
- Processor
  97
  - Removing the Processor
    97
  - Installing the Processor
    100
- Front Panel
  102
  - Removing the Front Panel
    102
  - Replacing the Front Panel
    103
- Drive Door
  104
  - Removing the Drive Door
    104
  - Replacing the Drive Door
    105
- Battery
  107
  - Replacing the Battery
    107
- Closing the Computer Cover
  108
6 Appendix

109
- Specifications
  109
- System Setup
  113
  - Overview
    113
  - Entering System Setup
    114
  - System Setup Options
    115
  - Boot Sequence
    118
- Clearing Forgotten Passwords
  119
- Clearing CMOS Settings
  120
- Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)
  121
  - Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals
    121
  - Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals
    121
- Contacting Dell
  121
Index

139

Dell XPS Gen 3 Service Manual (51 pages)

Service Manual

Brand: Dell | Category: Laptop | Size: 1 MB

Advanced Troubleshooting
2
Power Lights
2
Diagnostic Lights
2
Beep Codes
3
System Messages
4
Before You Begin
6
Getting Started
6
Recommended Tools
6
Turning off Your Computer
6
Before Working Inside Your Computer
6
Opening the Computer Cover
8
Removing and Installing Parts
10
Installing Memory
11
Removing Memory
12
Installing a Pci Card
12
Removing a PCI Card
14
PCI Express Cards
14
Installing a PCI Express Card
15
Removing a PCI Express Card
17
General Installation Guidelines
18
Connecting Drive Cables
18
Drive Interface Connectors
18
Removing a Hard Drive
19
Installing a Hard Drive
20
Adding a Second Hard Drive
21
Floppy Drive
22
Removing a Floppy Drive
23
Installing a Floppy Drive
23
Removing a CD/DVD Drive
24
Installing a CD/DVD Drive
25
Removing the Processor Airflow Shroud
26
Installing the Processor Airflow Shroud
27
Removing the Processor
27
Installing the Processor
29
Removing the System Board
30
Replacing the System Board
31
Removing the Power Supply
32
Removing the Front Panel
33
Front LED Board
33
Replacing the Battery
36
Technical Specifications
38
Entering System Setup
41
System Setup Screens
41
System Setup Options
41
Option Settings
43
Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot
43
Changing Boot Sequence for Future Boots
43
Boot Sequence
43
Clearing Forgotten Passwords
44
Clearing CMOS Settings
44
Technical Overview
46
Inside View of Your Computer
46
System Board Components
46
Power Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments
47
DC Power Connector P1
47

Dell XPS Gen 3 Product Information Manual (2 pages)

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Brand: Dell | Category: Desktop | Size: 1 MB

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Dell XPS Gen 3 Owner's Manual (146 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

2 Optimizing Performance

3 Solving Problems

4 Advanced Troubleshooting

5 Removing and Installing Parts

6 Appendix

Index

Dell XPS Gen 3 User Manual (144 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Setting up and Using Your Computer

2 Optimizing Performance

3 Solving Problems

4 Advanced Troubleshooting

5 Removing and Installing Parts

6 Appendix

Index

Dell XPS Gen 3 Service Manual (51 pages)

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Dell XPS Gen 3 Product Information Manual (2 pages)

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