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- Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 1
XPS™ 625 SETUP GUIDE - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 2
- Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 3
XPS™ 625 SETUP GUIDE Model DCDR01 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 4
loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable. Information in this - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 5
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 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 6
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 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 7
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 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 8
Your XPS™ 625 Connect the Display Your computer does not have an integrated video connector. You can use the connector available on the video card in VGA Connector Connect the display using a VGA cable (which usually has blue connectors at both ends). HDMI DVI Connect the display using either the - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 9
Setting Up Your XPS™ 625 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. NOTE: You can purchase additional HDMI and DVI cables from the Dell website at dell.com. Connect Using a DVI Connector - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 10
Setting Up Your XPS™ 625 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) 8 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 11
Setting Up Your XPS™ 625 A network connection is not required to complete your computer setup, but if you have an cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector. Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 12
Setting Up Your XPS™ 625 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 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 13
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 your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. 11 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 14
XPS™ 625 the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. NOTE: - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 15
modem or ISDN. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup. Setting Up Your XPS™ 625 13 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 16
computer. 5 2 Optical drive panel - This panel covers the optical drive. Use the optical drive to 11 play a CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc™. 10 3 Optional optical-drive bay - Supports 9 an optical drive. 6 7 8 4 FlexBay drive - Supports a floppy drive, a Media Card Reader, or an additional hard drive - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 17
- Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support. 6 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects to USB devices that are connected occasionally such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players. 7 Power button - Turns the power on or - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 18
LED - Indicates power availability for power supply. 2 • 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. 3 3 Expansion card slots - Access connectors for any installed PCI and PCI - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 19
Using Your XPS™ 625 7 6 5 17 1 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 20
Using Your XPS™ 625 Back Panel Connectors 1 12 2 3 11 4 10 5 9 6 8 7 18 1 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. 2 S/PDIF connector - Connects to amplifiers or - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 21
Using Your XPS™ 625 5 USB 2.0 connectors (6) - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 6 eSATA connector - Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard disk drives or optical drives). 7 Keyboard connector - Plug a - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 22
features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. You can also edit - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 23
Your XPS™ 625 Customizing Your Energy Settings You 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 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 24
" on page 43. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com for advanced service and troubleshooting instructions. WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 25
cable connection. The link integrity light does not provide status for wireless connections. Power Problems If the power light is off - The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. • Reseat the power cable into both the power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet. 23 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 26
of the system is on. If the light is off there may be a possible problem with the power supply or the power cable. 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 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 27
, install additional memory (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • 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. Solving Problems If - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 28
. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on CD. 26 If the computer stops responding - CAUTION: You power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your computer. If a program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 29
problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 30
page displays your system's model number along with its Service Tag and Express Service Code. For more information about the Dell Support Center, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. WARNING: To guard against the likelihood of electric - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 31
replacement. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Hard-disk drive failure - Possible hard disk drive failure during HDD POST (see "Contacting Dell" on page 43 for assistance). Hard-disk drive read failure - Possible hard disk drive failure during HDD boot test (see - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 32
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 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 33
in the Service Manual to review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that you want to test displays in the system setup program and is active. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media. Starting Dell Diagnostics From - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 34
Using Support Tools 4. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 2. Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 35
disc also deletes all data on the hard drive. Use the disc only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. System Restore The Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to restore your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 36
all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using these options. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 37
before using Factory Image Restore. Dell Factory Image Restore 1. Turn on the computer. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options window. 2. Select Repair Your Computer. 3. The System Recovery Options window appears. 4. Select a keyboard layout - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 38
hard drive configurations, the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer. To reinstall Windows, you need the following items: • Dell Operating System media • Dell Drivers and Utilities media NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 39
-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the system setup program. 6. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 7. Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. System Recovery - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 40
help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. See "Online Services" on page 39 for a more extensive list of Dell Support online. 5. If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see "Contacting Dell" on page 43. NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at the computer so - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 41
the contact information for your region or go to support.dell. com. DellConnect™ DellConnect is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and support associate to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem, and repair it all under your supervision. For - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 42
Dell's automated support service-AutoTech- provides recorded answers to the questions most frequently asked by Dell customers about their portable and desktop computers. When you call AutoTech, use your touch-tone telephone to select the subjects that correspond to your questions. For instructions - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 43
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 Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 31). 5. Include any accessories that belong with the item(s) being returned (power cables, software, guides - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 44
: • Date: • Address: • Phone number: • Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer): • Express Service Code: • Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): • Operating system and version: • Devices: • Expansion cards: • Are you connected to a network - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 45
file. Otherwise, record the contents of each file before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of problem and troubleshooting procedures you performed: Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). NOTE: If you do not have - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 46
for your computer, reinstall desktop system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files. learn more about your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 47
instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement. find your Service Tag/Express Service Code- You must use the Service Tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to contact technical support. find drivers and downloads. access technical support - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 48
Specifications Computer Model Dell™ XPS™ 625 This section provides 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 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 49
1 GB and 2 GB Specifications Memory Memory type Minimum 800-MHz DDR2 DIMM; non-ECC memory only 2 GB (2x1 GB DIMMs) Maximum 8 GB (4x2 GB DIMMs) NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your memory, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Computer Information System - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 50
Specifications Computer Information RAID support (internal SATA drives only) RAID 0 (striped array) RAID 1 (mirrored array) RAID 5 (striped array with parity) RAID 10 (striped array of mirrored volumes) BIOS chip (NVRAM) 16 Mb Expansion Bus PCI Express • Gen2 x1 slot bi-directional speed - 500 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 51
data width (maximum) 8 PCI Express lanes Video Discrete PCI Express x16 card Specifications Audio Type Realtek ALC888S integrated 7.1 channel, High Definition Audio with S/PDIF support System Board Connectors Memory four 240-pin connectors PCI two 124-pin connectors PCI Express x1 one - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 52
Specifications System Board Connectors Processor one AM2/AM2+ connector Processor fan one 4-pin (12V supports two USB ports Front audio connector IDE Serial ATA one 9-pin connector, for 2-channel stereo sound and microphone one 44-pin ATA66/100/133 connector five 7-pin connectors Floppy drive - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 53
Audio five connectors for 5.1 support and one connector for line input S/PDIF one S/PDIF connector eSATA one back-panel connector Specifications External connectors IEEE 1394 one front-panel and one back-panel 4-pin serial connector Power DC Power Supply Wattage 750 W Maximum heat - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 54
Specifications Computer Environment Temperature ranges: Operating 10° to 35° C (50° to 95° F) Storage 0002 G2/Hz Storage 5 to 500 Hz at 0.001 to 0.01 G2/ Hz Maximum shock (measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating 40 G +/- 5% with pulse duration - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 55
Appendix 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 Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 56
conserving energy 21 Contacting Dell online 43 customer service 39 customizing your desktop 20 your energy settings 21 D data, backing up 21 DellConnect 39 Dell Diagnostics 31 Dell Factory Image Restore 33 Dell Support Center 28 Dell support website 45 Dell Technology Guide for futher information 44 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 57
14 FTP login, anonymous 40 H hard drive type 47 hardware problems diagnosing 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 30 HDMI display 6 headphone front connector 15 help getting assistance and support 38 I IEEE 1394 connector 15, 19 Internet connection 10 ISP Internet Service Provider 10 L line-in connector 15 - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 58
problems solving 25 memory support 47 microphone connector 15 N network connection fixing 23 network connector location 19 network speed testing 22 O optical audio connector S/PDIF connection 18 order status 40 56 P power button and light 15 power problems, solving 23 problems, solving 22 processor - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 59
29 system reinstall options 33 System Restore 33 T technical support 39 temperature operating and storage ranges 52 U USB 2.0 back connectors 19 front connectors 15 W warranty returns 41 Windows, reinstalling 33 Windows Vista® Program Compatibility Wizard 26 reinstalling 36 setup 10 wireless - Dell XPS 625 | Setup Guide - Page 60
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