Dell XPS 625 User manual

XPS™ 625
SETUP GUIDE

XPS™ 625
SETUP GUIDE
Model DCDR01

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December 2008 P/N KW082 Rev. A00

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Setting Up Your XPS™ 625 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 5
Connect the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Connect the Video Cable to the Display . . . . 6
Connect the Keyboard and Mouse. . . . . . . . . 8
Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 8
Connect the Power Cables for Your
Display and Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows Vista®Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . 10
Using Your XPS™ 625 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Front View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Back View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Back Panel Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 26
Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Hardware Troubleshooter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 36
Contents

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Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Technical Support and Customer
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
DellConnect™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
AutoTech Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Returning Items for Repair Under
Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Finding More Information and
Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Macrovision Product Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

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Setting Up Your XPS™ 625
This section provides information about setting
up your XPS 625 and connecting peripherals.
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
place your computer.
Restricting airflow around your computer may
cause it to overheat. To prevent overheating
ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches)
at the back of the computer and a minimum
of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on all other sides. You
should never put your computer in an enclosed
space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is
powered on.

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Connect the Display
Your computer does not have an integrated
video connector. You can use the connector
available on the video card in the expansion slot
to connect to the display.
Connect the Video Cable to the
Display
Check your TV or monitor to see which type of
connectors are available. Refer to the following
table when identifying the connectors on your
display to select the connection type you will
use.
VGA
HDMI
DVI
Connect the display using either the VGA
connector, the HDMI connector, or the DVI
connector.
The HDMI connector is a high-performance
digital connector that carries both video and
audio signals for displays such as TVs and
monitors with integrated speakers. The VGA
connector carries only video signals for displays
such as monitors and projectors.
Connect Using the VGA Connector
Connect the display using a VGA cable (which
usually has blue connectors at both ends).
If your display has a DVI connector, use the VGA
cable (with blue connectors at both ends) with a
DVI-to-VGA adapter.

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NOTE: You can purchase a DVI-to-VGA
adapter from the Dell website at dell.com.
Connect Using an HDMI Connector
Connect the display using an HDMI cable.
Connect Using a DVI Connector
Connect the display using a DVI cable.
NOTE: You can purchase additional HDMI
and DVI cables from the Dell website at
dell.com.

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Connect the Keyboard and Mouse
Use the USB connectors on the back panel of
the computer to attach a USB keyboard and
mouse.
Connect the Network Cable
(Optional)

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A network connection is not required to
complete your computer setup, but if you have
an existing network or Internet connection
that uses a cable connection (such as a
home cable modem or Ethernet jack), you can
connect it now. Use only an Ethernet cable
(RJ45 connector). Do not plug a telephone cable
(RJ11 connector) into the network connector.
To attach your computer to a network or
broadband device, connect one end of the
network cable to either a network port or a
broadband device. Connect the other end of the
network cable to the network adapter connector
on the back panel of your computer. A click
indicates that the network cable has been
securely attached.
Connect the Power Cables for
Your Display and Computer

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Press the Power Buttons on Your
Computer and Display
Windows Vista®Setup
To set up Windows Vista for the first time follow
the instructions on the screen. These steps are
mandatory and may take up to 15 minutes to
complete. The screens will take you through
several procedures including accepting license
agreements, setting preferences, and setting up
an Internet connection.
CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating
system’s setup process. Doing so may
render your computer unusable.
Connect to the Internet (Optional)
NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by
country.
To connect to the Internet, you need an external
modem or network connection and an Internet
service provider (ISP). Your ISP will offer one
or more of the following Internet connection
options:

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DSL connections that provide high-speed•
Internet access through your existing
telephone line or cellular telephone service.
With a DSL connection, you can access the
Internet and use your telephone on the same
line simultaneously.
Cable modem connections that provide•
high-speed Internet access through your
local cable TV line.
Satellite modem connections that provide•
high-speed Internet access through a
satellite television system.
Dial-• up connections that provide Internet
access through a telephone line. Dial-up
connections are considerably slower
than DSL and cable (or satellite) modem
connections. Your computer does not have
an integrated modem. An optional USB
modem must be used for dialup service with
this computer.
Wireless LAN (WLAN) connections that•
provide Internet access using WiFi 802.11
technology. Wireless LAN support requires
optional internal components that may or
may not be installed in your computer based
on decisions made at the time of purchase.
NOTE: If an external USB modem or
WLAN adapter is not part of your original
order, you can purchase one from the Dell
website at dell.com.
Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection
If you are using a dial-up connection, connect
the telephone line to the external USB modem
(optional) and to the telephone wall jack before
you set up your Internet connection. If you
are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem
connection, contact your ISP or cellular
telephone service for setup instructions.

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Setting Up a Wireless Connection
Before you can use your wireless Internet
connection, you need to connect to your
wireless router. To set up your connection to a
wireless router:
Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Click2. Start →Connect To.
Follow the instructions on the screen to3.
complete the setup.
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
To set up an Internet connection with a provided
ISP desktop shortcut:
Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft2. ®
Windows®desktop.
Follow the instructions on the screen to3.
complete the setup.
If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop
or if you want to set up an Internet connection
with a different ISP, perform the steps in the
following section.
NOTE: If you cannot connect to the Internet
but have successfully connected in the
past, the ISP might have a service outage.
Contact your ISP to check the service
status, or try connecting again later.
NOTE: Have your ISP information ready.
If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to
the Internet wizard can help you get one.
Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Click2. Start →Control Panel.
Under3. Network and Internet, click Connect
to the Internet.
The Connect to the Internet window appears.

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Click either4. Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up,
depending on how you want to connect:
Choosea. Broadband if you will use a
DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem,
or Bluetooth®wireless technology
connection.
Choseb. Dial-up if you will use an optional
USB dial-up modem or ISDN.
NOTE: If you do not know which type of
connection to select, click Help me choose
or contact your ISP.
Follow the instructions on the screen and5.
use the setup information provided by your
ISP to complete the setup.

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Your computer has indicators, buttons, and
features that provide information at-a-glance and
time-saving shortcuts for common tasks.
Front View Features
1Front-panel LEDs (3) — Multi-colored
lights provide illumination for the front of
the computer.
2Optical drive panel — This panel covers
the optical drive. Use the optical drive to
play a CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc™.
3Optional optical-drive bay — Supports
an optical drive.
4FlexBay drive — Supports a floppy drive,
a Media Card Reader, or an additional
hard drive.
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5Service Tag (located on a label inside
the FlexBay door) — Use the Service
Tag to identify your computer when you
access the Dell Support website or call
technical support.
6USB 2.0 connectors (2) — Connects
to USB devices that are connected
occasionally such as memory keys,
digital cameras, and MP3 players.
7Power button — Turns the power
on or off when pressed.
8Power light — The power light
illuminates or remains solid to indicate
different states:
No light — the computer is turned off.•
Solid white — the computer is in a•
normal operating state.
Blinking white light — the computer is•
in a power-saving state.
9Line-in or microphone connector —
Connects to a microphone for voice or to
an audio cable for audio input.
10 Headphone connector — Connects
to headphones.
NOTE: To connect to a powered
speaker or sound system, use the
audio out or S/PDIF connector on the
back of your computer.
11 IEEE 1394 connector — Connects
to high-speed serial multimedia devices
such as digital video cameras.
12 FlexBay drive eject button — Press to
open or close the floppy/media card
reader panel.
13 Optical drive panel eject button (2) —
Press to open or close the optical drive.

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Back View Features
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1Power supply test switch — Used to test
the power supply.
2Power supply diagnostic LED — Indicates
power availability for power supply.
Green light — Indicates power•
availability for power supply.
No light — Indicates no power•
available for the power supply or the
power supply is not working.
3Expansion card slots — Access
connectors for any installed PCI and PCI
express cards.
4Back panel connectors — Plug USB,
audio, and other devices into the
appropriate connector.
5Power connector — Insert the power
cable. The appearance of this connector
may differ from what is shown in the
illustration.

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Back Panel Connectors
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1Front L/R line-out connector —
Connects to headphones and speakers
with integrated amplifiers.
On computers with a sound card, use the
connector on the card.
2S/PDIF connector — Connects to
amplifiers or TVs for digital audio through
optical digital cables. This format carries
an audio signal without going through an
analog audio conversion process.
3Center/subwoofer connector —
Connects to a subwoofer.
4Side L/R surround connector —
Connects to surround sound speakers.
On computers with a sound card, use the
connector on the card.