Dell 540S manual

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SETUP GUIDE Model DCSLA S tudio Slim[...]

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer . NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury , or death. If you purchased [...]

3 Setting Up Y our Studio Slim 540s . . . . . . . . . 5 Before Setting Up Y our Computer . . . . . . . . . 5 Connect a Video Cable to the Computer . . . . 6 Connect the Video Cable to the Display . . . . 7 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse . . . . . . . . . 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 9 Connect the Power Cables for Y our Display a[...]

4 Contents System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 3 System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 3 Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4 Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 3 6 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 8 T echnical Support and Customer Service [...]

5 Setting Up Y our Studio Slim 540s This section provides information about setting up your Studio Slim 540s and connecting peripherals. Before Setting Up Y our 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 [...]

6 Setting Up Y our Studio Slim 540s Connect a Video Cable to the Computer Y our computer uses one of two different connectors for the display . 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 sign[...]

7 Setting Up Y our Studio Slim 540s 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. HDMI VGA DVI Y ou can connect to the display using the following connectors availa[...]

8 Setting Up Y our Studio Slim 540s Connect Using the HDMI Connector Connect the display using an HDMI cable. Connect Using a DVI Connector (Optional) Connect the display using a DVI cable. NOTE: Y ou can purchase additional HDMI and DVI cables from the Dell website at dell.com . Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect your keyboard and mouse to the[...]

9 Setting Up Y our Studio Slim 540s Connect the Network Cable (Optional) 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[...]

10 Setting Up Y our Studio Slim 540s Connect the Power Cables for Y our Display and Computer Press the Power Buttons on Y our Computer and Display[...]

11 Setting Up Y our Studio Slim 540s Windows Vista ® Setup T o set up Windows V ista 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 Inte[...]

12 Setting Up Y our Studio Slim 540s Wireless LAN • 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 y[...]

13 Setting Up Y our Studio Slim 540s 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 he[...]

14 Y our computer has indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks. Front View Features 1 Service T ag — Use the Service T ag (located on top of the chassis towards the back) to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 2 Eject bu[...]

15 Using Y our Studio Slim 540s 6 Power button and light — T urns the power on or off when pressed. The light in the center of this button indicates the power state: Blinking white — the computer is in • sleep state. Solid white — the computer is in • power -on state. Blinking amber — there may be a • problem with the system [...]

16 Using Y our Studio Slim 540s Using the Optical Drive Place the disc in the center of the disc tray , with the label facing outwards and gently push the disc tray . The drive automatically pulls the disc in and begins reading its content. T o eject a disc from the drive, press the eject button. A few seconds later the disc ejects.[...]

17 Using Y our Studio Slim 540s Back View Features 1 Back panel connectors — Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector . For more information, see “Back Panel Connectors” on page 18. 2 Card slots — Access connectors for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards. 3 Power supply LED — Indicates power availability for t[...]

18 Using Y our Studio Slim 540s Back Panel Connectors 1 3 2 4 5 6 8 7 9 11 12 10 1 IEEE 1394 — Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices such as digital video cameras. 2 Network connector and light — Connects your computer to a network or broadband device. The network activity light flashes when the computer is transmitting or receiving [...]

19 Using Y our Studio Slim 540s 6 Front 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. 7 Microphone — Connects to a record/playback device such as a microphone, cassette player , CD player , or VCR. On computers with a sound card, use the co[...]

20 Using Y our Studio Slim 540s Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell T echnology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . Productivity and Communication Y ou can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and sp[...]

21 Using Y our Studio Slim 540s Customizing Y our Energy Settings Y ou can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer . Microsoft ® Windows Vista ® provides three default options: Balanced • — This power option offers full performance when you need it and saves power during periods of in[...]

22 Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer . If you can not solve your problem using the following guidelines, see “Using Support T ools” on page 28 or “Contacting Dell” on page 43. CAUTION: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover . See the Service Manual on the Dell Suppo[...]

23 Solving Problems Wired Connections If the network connection is lost — The cable is loose or damaged. Check the cable to ensure it is plugged in • and not damaged. The link integrity light on the integrated network connector lets you verify that your connection is working and provides information on the status: Green — A good connection[...]

24 Solving Problems If the power light is solid white and the computer is not responding — The display may not be connected or powered on. Ensure that the display is properly connected and then turn it off, then back on. If the power light is blinking white — The computer is in standby mode. Press a key on the keyboard, move the pointer on the [...]

25 Solving Problems Reseat the memory modules (see the • Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com ) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory . If you experience other memory problems — Ensure that you are following the memory • installation guidelines (see the Service Manual on the[...]

26 Solving Problems If the computer stops responding — NOTICE: Y ou might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. T urn the computer off. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns of[...]

27 Solving Problems Ensure that your computer meets the – minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for information. Ensure that the program is installed and – configured properly . V erify that the device drivers do not – conflict with the program. If necessary , uninstall and then reinstall –[...]

28 Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at support.dell.com . Click the icon in the taskbar to run the application. The home page provides links to access: Self Help[...]

29 Using Support T ools System Messages If your computer has an issue or error , it may display a System Message that will help you identify the cause and action needed to resolve the issue. NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the following examples, see the documentation for either the operating system or the program that was runnin[...]

30 Using Support T ools If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure • that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. Enter system setup and ensure that the boot • sequence information is correct (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com ). No timer t[...]

31 Using Support T ools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer , perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 25 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell co[...]

32 Using Support T ools Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics 4. from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media Insert the 1. Drivers and Utilities media. Shut down and restart the computer . 2. When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately . NOTE: If you w[...]

33 Y ou can restore your operating system in the following ways: System • Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files. Dell • Factory Image Restore returns your hard drive to the operating st[...]

34 System Recovery Options Starting System Restore Click 1. Start . In the 2. Start Search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear . If you are an administrator on the computer , click Continue ; otherwise, contact your administrator to continue the desired action. Click 3. Next and follow [...]

35 System Recovery Options operating state it was in when you purchased the computer . Any programs or files added since you received your computer—including data files—are permanently deleted from the hard drive. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. If possible, back up all data b[...]

36 System Recovery Options Operating System Reinstallation Before you Begin If you are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver , first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your operating sys[...]

37 System Recovery Options Restart the computer . 4. When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> 5. immediately . NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft ® Windows ® desktop; then, shut down your computer and try again. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one t[...]

38 If you experience a problem with your computer , you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: See “Solving Problems” on page 1. 22 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 2. 31 for procedures on how to run Dell Diagnostics. [...]

39 Getting Help T echnical Support and Customer Service Dell’ s support service is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Dell’ s support staff uses computer -based diagnostics to provide fast, accurate answers. T o contact Dell’ s support service, see “Before Y ou Call” on page 42 and then see the contact information for[...]

40 Getting Help Dell Support e-mail addresses mobile_support@us.dell.com • support@us.dell.com • la-techsupport@dell.com • (Latin America and Caribbean countries only) apsupport@dell.com • (Asian/Pacific countries only) Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses apmarketing@dell.com • (Asian/Pacific countries only) sales_can[...]

41 Getting Help Product Information If you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to place an order , visit the Dell website at www .dell.com . For the telephone number to call for your region or to speak to a sales specialist, see “Contacting Dell” on page 43. Returning Items for Repair Under Warra[...]

42 Getting Help Before Y ou Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’ s automated-support telephone system direct your call more efficiently . Y ou may also be asked for your Service T ag (located on the top of your computer towards the back). Remember to fill out the following Diagnostics Checklist. If p[...]

43 Getting Help See your operating system documentation to determine the contents of the computer’ s start-up files. If the computer is connected to a printer , print each file. Otherwise, record the contents of each file before calling Dell. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic • code: Description of problem and troubleshooting • pr[...]

44 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system. your operating system disc. run a diagnostic program for your computer , reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer , and readme files. the Drivers and Utilities disc. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on th[...]

45 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find safety best practices information for your computer . review W arranty information, T erms and Conditions (U.S. only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement. the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your com[...]

46 Specifications System Model Studio Slim 540s This section provides basic information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for , and upgrading your computer . NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer , click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view informa[...]

47 Specications Drives Externally accessible one 5.25-inch drive bay SA T A DVD+/-RW Super Multi Drive or Blu-ray Disc ™ combo or Blu-ray Disc RW drive, Media Card Reader one 3.5-inch bay for FlexDock or FlexBay Internally accessible two 3.5-inch drive bay SA T A hard drive Memory Connectors four internally-accessible DDR2 DIMM sockets Capacit[...]

48 Specications Expansion Bus Bus types PCI 2.3 PCI Express 1.0 A (x1), 2.0 (x16) SA T A 1.0, 2.0, and USB 2.0 Bus speeds PCI 133 MB/s PCI Express x1 slot • bi-directional speed - 500 MB/s x16 slot • bi-directional speed - 8 GB/s S ATA 1.5 Gbps and 3.0 Gbps USB 480 Mbps high speed, 12 Mbps full speed, and 1.2 Mbps low speed Expansion B[...]

49 Specications Expansion Bus PCI Express x16 Connector one Connector size 164 pins Connector data width (maximum) 16 PCI Express lane Video Integrated Intel GMA X4500HD Discrete PCI Express x16 card (optional) Audio T ype integrated 7.1 High Definition audio System Board Connectors Chassis fan one 3-pin connector Front panel audio HDA header on[...]

50 Specications System Board Connectors Processor 775 pin Processor fan one 4-pin connector Serial A T A four 7-pin connectors External Connectors Video one VGA connector one HDMI connector Network adapter RJ45 connector USB two front-panel and four back-panel USB 2.0 compliant connectors Audio Realtek ALC888S (7.1 Channel audio) S/PDIF one S/PD[...]

51 Specications Physical Height 362 mm (14.2 inches) Width 100 mm (3.9 inches) Depth 435 mm (7.74 inches) W eight 9 kg (19.8 lb.)[...]

52 Appendix The information in this document applies to the products listed below: Studio Slim • Studio Slim 540s • Studio Slim 540sn • Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovi[...]

53 A airflow , allowing 5 AutoT ech 4 0 B backups creating 21 C calling Dell 42 CDs, playing and creating 20 computer capabilities 20 computer , setting up 5 connect(ing) 9 power cable 10 to the Internet 11 using dial-up 11 via DSL 12 via WLAN 12 connectors back view 17 conserving energy 21 Contacting Dell online 43 customer service 39 customizing [...]

54 Index Dell Support Center 28 Dell support website 45 Dell T echnology Guide for futher information 44 Diagnostic Checklist 42 display , connecting 6 drivers and downloads 45 E email addresses for technical support 40 energy conserving 21 expansion bus 48 F finding more information 44 front-side connectors 14 FTP login, anonymous 40 H hard drive [...]

55 Index M memory minimum and maximum 47 memory problems solving 24 memory support 47 Microsoft™ Windows Vista® 11 N network connection fixing 23 network connector location 18 network speed testing 22 O optical audio connector S/PDIF connection 19 order status 40 P power button and light 15 power problems, solving 23 problems, solving 22 process[...]

56 Index S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 41 software features 20 software problems 25 solving problems 22 support email addresses 40 support sites worldwide 39 system board connectors 50 System Messages 29 system reinstall options 33 System Restore 33 T technical support 39 U USB 2.0 front connectors 15 V ventilat[...]

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