Dell XPS One A2420 User manual

SETUP GUIDE
XPS One™

SETUP GUIDE
Model MTG24
XPS One™

Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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computer.
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how to avoid the problem.
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March 2009 P/N HW049 Rev. A01

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer . . . . . 5
Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . .5
Set Up the Wireless Keyboard
and Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . .8
Connect the Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Press the Computer Power Button. . . . . . . . 10
Windows Vista®Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Set Up Media Center (For Use With
Optional TV Tuner) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using Your XPS One. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Front View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Left Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Back Panel Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Wireless Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Using the Optical Disc Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
TV Input Device (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . 28
Wireless Keyboard or Mouse
Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . .35
Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Hardware Troubleshooter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Contents

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Contents
System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 46
Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Technical Support and Customer
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
DellConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Automated Order-Status Service . . . . . . . . . 50
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Returning Items for Repair Under
Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Finding More Information and
Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Macrovision Product Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

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XPS One
This section provides information about
setting up your XPS One A2420 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 XPS One may
cause it to overheat. To prevent overheating
ensure that you leave a minimum of 5.1 cm
(2 in.) on all other sides. You should never put
your computer in an enclosed space, such as a
cabinet when it is powered on.
Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer
Set Up the Wireless Keyboard and
Mouse
Your XPS One computer supports a special
wireless (non-Bluetooth®) keyboard and mouse
which are optimized for use with your computer.
NOTE: The wireless keyboard and mouse
have special features which may not be
available on other devices that could be
used with your computer.
To set up your wireless keyboard and mouse:
Install the batteries in the wireless keyboard1.
and mouse.

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer
Turn on the wireless keyboard and mouse.2.
NOTE: The wireless keyboard and mouse
are synced and ready to use. If you have a
problem setting up your wireless keyboard
and mouse, see “Wireless Keyboard or
Mouse Problems” on page 31.

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer
Connect the Network Cable
(Optional)
A network connection is not required to complete
this 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 a
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.

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer
Connect the Power Cable

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer
Press the Computer Power Button NOTE: If the computer appears to be on, but
the display is off, touch the display power
button on the bottom right corner of the
front of the computer.

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer
Windows Vista®Setup
Your Dell computer is preconfigured with
Windows Vista. 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.
NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating
system’s setup process. Doing so may
render your computer unusable.

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer
Set Up Media Center (For Use
With Optional TV Tuner)
If you do not have a set-top box, connect the1.
TV Cable or Digital Antenna Cable.

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer
NOTE: In some regions, you must connect
the TV cable or digital antenna cable to
the isolator before connecting to the TV IN
connector.

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer
If you have a set-top box:2.
Connect the TV Input Devicea.
Attach the IR Transmitter to the Set-Topb.
Box

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer
Connect the IR Transmitter to the TV Inputc.
Device
Connect the Set-Top Box to the TV Inputd.
Device (Cables Not Included)
NOTE: Connect only one video cable.

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer
Install the batteries (included)3. Press the button to launch the media center4.

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Setting Up Your XPS One™ Computer

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XPS One
Using Your XPS One
Your XPS One A2420 has indicators, buttons, and
features that provide information at-a-glance and
time-saving shortcuts for common tasks.
Front View Features
1Speakers (2)
2Air vents — Internal fans create
airflow through the vents to prevent the
computer from overheating. The fans
are turned on automatically when the
computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal
and does not indicate a problem with the
fan or the computer.
CAUTION: Ensure that none of the
computer air vents are blocked.
Blocking the vents will cause
serious thermal problems.
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