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XPS 8700 Owner's Manual Computer model: XPS 8700 Regulatory model: D14M Regulatory type: D14M001 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 2
of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. © 2013 Dell Inc. Trademarks used in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and XPS™ are - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 3
You Begin 9 Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices . . . . . 9 Safety Instructions 10 Recommended Tools 10 After Working Inside Your Computer 11 Technical Overview 12 Inside View of Your Computer 12 System-Board Components 13 Removing the Computer Cover 15 Procedure 15 Replacing the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 4
24 Procedure 24 Replacing the Graphics-Card Bracket (optional 25 Procedure 25 Postrequisites 25 Removing the Graphics Card 26 Prerequisites 26 Procedure 27 Replacing the Graphics Card 29 Procedure 29 Postrequisites 29 Removing the Wireless Mini-Card 30 Prerequisites 30 Procedure 30 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 5
Replacing the Primary Hard-Drive 37 Procedure 37 Postrequisites 37 Removing the Hard-Drive Cage 38 Prerequisites 38 Procedure 38 Replacing the Hard-Drive Cage 39 Procedure 39 Postrequisites 39 Removing the Secondary Hard-Drive (optional 40 Prerequisites 40 Procedure 40 Replacing the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 6
48 Postrequisites 48 Removing the Media-Card Reader 49 Prerequisites 49 Procedure 49 Replacing the Media-Card Reader 50 Procedure 50 Postrequisites 50 56 Postrequisites 56 Removing the Power Button Module 57 Prerequisites 57 Procedure 57 Replacing the Power Button Module 59 Procedure 59 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 7
Prerequisites 69 Procedure 69 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 70 Procedure 70 Postrequisites 70 Removing the Power-Supply Unit 71 Prerequisites 71 Procedure 71 Replacing the Power-Supply Unit 72 Procedure 72 Postrequisites 72 Removing the System Board 73 Prerequisites 73 Procedure 74 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 8
the System Board 75 Procedure 75 Postrequisites 75 Entering the Service Tag in system setup 75 System Setup 76 Overview 76 Entering System Setup 76 Changing Boot Sequence 82 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 83 Clearing CMOS Settings 84 Flashing the BIOS 85 More Information 86 8 | Contents - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 9
to open the Charms sidebar, and then click Settings→ Power→ Shut down. NOTE: If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation of your operating system for shut-down instructions. 3 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 4 Disconnect - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 10
When connecting cables, ensure that the connectors and ports are correctly oriented and aligned. CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device. CAUTION: Press and eject any installed card from the media-card reader - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 11
and ensure that no stray screws remain inside your computer. • Place the computer in an upright position. • Connect any external devices, cables, cards, and any other part(s) you removed before working on your computer. • Connect your computer and all attached devices to their electrical outlets - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 12
instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Inside View of Your Computer 8 7 1 23 6 1 front bezel 3 secondary hard-drive 5 graphics card 7 power supply - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 13
1 chassis fan connector (SYS_FAN 1) 3 processor socket 5 memory module connector (DIMM3) 7 memory module connector (DIMM4) 9 main power connector (PWR1) 2 power connector (PWRCONN1) 4 processor fan connector (CPU_FAN) 6 memory module connector (DIMM1) 8 memory module connector (DIMM2) 10 CMOS reset - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 14
audio connector (F_AUDIO1) 25 PCI-Express x1 card slot (PCI-EX1_2) 27 PCI-Express x16 card slot power button connector (F_PANEL) 20 password reset jumper (PSWD) 22 front panel USB connector (F_USB4) 24 PCI-Express x1 card slot (PCI-EX1_4) 26 PCI-Express x1 card slot (PCI-EX1_1) 28 Mini-Card slot - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Lay the computer on its side with - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Connect all the cables and fold - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 17
instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 15. 2 Remove the graphics - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 18
steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure CAUTION: If the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 19
1 Press out the securing clip at each end of the memory-module connector. 2 Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module with the tab on the memory-module connector. 1 cutouts (2) 3 tab 5 memory module 5 4 3 2 1 2 memory-module connector 4 notch Replacing the Memory Module(s) | 19 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 20
at each end of the memory module. 3 2 1 1 securing clip (snapped in position) 3 memory module 2 memory-module connector Postrequisites 1 Replace the graphics card. See "Replacing the Graphics Card" on page 29. 2 Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16. 20 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 21
steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 22
, one at a time by moving them outward from the front panel. 3 Rotate and pull the front bezel away from the front of the computer to release the front bezel clamps from the front panel slots. 1 front bezel 3 front bezel clamps (3) 5 front panel 1 2 3 4 5 2 front bezel tabs (4) 4 front panel - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 23
, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align and insert the front bezel clamps into the front panel slots. 2 Rotate the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 24
the Graphics-Card Bracket (optional) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 25
After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align the screw holes on the graphics-card bracket - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 26
the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. The system board of your computer is equipped with one PCI-Express x16 connector to install graphics card - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 27
graphics card, if applicable. 1 2 3 1 power cable 3 card-retention bracket 2 screw 4 Locate the graphics card (PCI-Express x16 card) on the system board. See "System-Board Components" on page 13. NOTE: The appearence of the securing tab may be different on your computer. Removing the Graphics - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 28
5 Press and hold the securing tab on the card connector, grasp the card by its top corners, and then ease the card out of the card connector. 1 1 securing tab 2 2 graphics card 28 | Removing the Graphics Card - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 29
" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align the graphics card with the PCI - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 30
steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 31
3 Slide and remove the wireless mini-card out of the wireless mini-card connector. 1 wireless mini-card connector 2 wireless mini-card Removing the Wireless Mini-Card | 31 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 32
inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure CAUTION: To avoid damage to the wireless mini-card, ensure that - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 33
steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 34
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align the notch on - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 35
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: If you remove the hard - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 36
Procedure 1 Disconnect the power and data cables from the primary hard-drive. 2 Remove the screws that secure the hard drive to the chassis. 3 Slide the hard drive out towards the back of the computer. 4 3 1 power cable 3 primary hard-drive 21 2 data cable 4 screws (4) 36 | Removing the Primary - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 37
"Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Slide the primary hard - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 38
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 39
"Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align the screw holes - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 40
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: If you remove the hard - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 41
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Slide the secondary - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 42
"Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Hard drives are fragile - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 43
3 Gently slide the third hard-drive into the hard-drive bay through the front of the computer. 1 1 third hard-drive Installing a third Hard-Drive (optional) | 43 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 44
-drive to the chassis. 5 Connect the power and data cables to the third hard-drive. 1 2 3 1 power cable 3 screws (2) 2 data cable Postrequisites 1 Replace the front bezel. See "Replacing the Front Bezel" on page 23. 2 Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16. 44 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 45
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 46
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Gently slide the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 47
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 48
9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align the tabs on the top cover with the slots on - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 49
Removing the Media-Card Reader WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 50
working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Gently slide the media-card reader guides into the slots - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 51
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 52
1 2 3 4 5 1 top I/O panel 3 screws (2) 5 Audio cable connector (F_AUDIO1) 2 top panel 4 USB cable connector (F_USB3) 52 | Removing the Top I/O Panel - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 53
"Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align the screw holes - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 54
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 55
1 2 3 1 front USB panel 3 USB panel cables 2 screw Removing the Front USB Panel | 55 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 56
computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align and slide the front USB panel clamps into the front USB panel clamp slot - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 57
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 58
1 1 power button module cable 3 power button module 2 3 2 power button module tabs (4) 58 | Removing the Power Button Module - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 59
instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align and push the power button module tabs into the slots on the top panel. 2 Connect the power - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 60
steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 61
"Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align the screw holes - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 62
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: The heat sink may be - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 63
1 23 1 processor fan cable 3 captive screws (4) 2 processor fan and heat-sink assembly Removing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink | 63 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 64
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Clean the thermal - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 65
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Processors are fragile - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 66
3 Gently lift the processor and remove it from the processor socket. 1 1 release lever 3 processor cover 5 processor 3 2 5 4 2 securing tab 4 socket 66 | Removing the Processor - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 67
"Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. NOTE: The original thermal grease - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 68
4 alignment post 6 processor cover Postrequisites 1 Replace the processor fan and heat-sink. See "Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat-Sink" on page 64. 2 Replace the computer cover. See "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 16. 68 | Replacing the Processor - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 69
inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Removing the coin-cell battery resets the BIOS settings to default - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 70
"Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: The battery may explode - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 71
steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 72
" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Slide the power supply towards the back - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 73
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Prerequisites 1 Remove the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 74
Procedure NOTE: Your computer's service tag is stored in the system board. You must enter the service tag in the BIOS after you replace 1 Disconnect all the cables connected to the system board. 2 Make note of the cable routing and remove the cables from the routing guides. 3 Remove the screws that - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 75
in "Before You Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Gently place the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 76
changes can make your computer work incorrectly. NOTE: Before you change system setup, it is recommended that you write down the system setup screen information for future reference. Entering System Setup 1 Turn on (or restart) your computer. 2 During POST, when the DELL logo is displayed, watch - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 77
the BIOS release date. Displays the system name. Displays the current date. Displays the current time. Displays the Service Tag of your computer. Allows you to enter the Service Tag of your computer only if the Service Tag is not present. Displays the Asset Tag of the computer. System Setup | 77 - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 78
. Displays the amount of memory (RAM) available on your computer. Displays the running speed of the memory (RAM) in your computer. Displays the type of memory (RAM) technology used in your computer. Displays the type of device connected. Displays the device identification code. Displays the size of - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 79
connected. Displays the device identification code. Displays the size of the SATA device present in your computer. Displays the type of device connected. Displays the device identification code Machine Monitor (VMM) can access your computer. CPU XD Support If enabled, allows your computer to use - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 80
the ROM of the onboard LAN controller. Boot→ Boot Settings Configuration Numlock Key Select power-on state for numlock. Keyboard Errors Displays keyboard-related errors during boot. USB Boot Support Allows you to enable or disable booting from USB mass-storage devices. Boot Mode Allows - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 81
Allows the computer to start up automatically at a pre-configured time. Allows you to set the auto power-on mode. Allows you to set the auto power-on date. Allows you to set the auto power-on time. Allows you to disable or enable the Intel Smart Connect Technology. Security Unlock Setup Supervisor - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 82
the optical drive to run Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. The previous boot sequence is restored at the next boot. 1 If you are booting from a USB device, connect the USB device to a USB port. 2 Turn on (or restart) your computer. 3 When F2 Setup, F12 Boot Options appears in - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 83
Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1 Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 84
Begin" on page 9. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 1 Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 85
flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. To flash the BIOS: 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Go to dell.com/support. 3 If you have your computer's Service Tag, type your computer's Service Tag and click Submit. If you do not have your computer's Service Tag, click Detect - Dell XPS 8700 | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Follow the instructions from step 1 to step 3 in "Flashing the BIOS" on page 85. 2 Click Manuals & Documentation tab. 3 View or Download the following documents to learn about your computer features: • Quick Start Guide: provides information about setting up your computer. • Specifications: provides
XPS 8700
Owner’s Manual
Computer model: XPS 8700
Regulatory model: D14M
Regulatory type: D14M001