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    SETUP GUIDE
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    Model DCMA  SETUP GUIDE
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    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 a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not
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    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
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    Contents Getting Help 38 Technical Support and Customer Service 39 DellConnect 39 Online Services 39 Product Information 40 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
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    Setting Up Your Studio 540 This section provides information about setting up your Studio 540 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
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    Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect the Display Your computer uses one of two different connectors for connecting 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
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    VGA cable (with blue connectors at both ends) with a DVI-to-VGA adapter (white connector). NOTE: You can purchase a DVI-to-VGA adapter from the Dell website at dell.com. 7
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    and mouse. Connect Using the DVI Connector (Optional) Connect the display using a DVI cable. NOTE: You can purchase additional HDMI and DVI cables from the Dell website at dell.com. 8
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    Connect the Network Cable (Optional) Setting Up Your Studio 540 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
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    Setting Up Your Studio 540 Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer Press the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display 10
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    up Windows Vista® for the first time follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may 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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    WiFi 802.11 technology. Wireless LAN support requires optional internal components that may original order, you can purchase one from the Dell website at dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection If you your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Setting Up a Wireless Connection
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    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 or contact your ISP. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the
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    Tag (located on top of the 13 4 chassis towards the back) - Use the 12 Service Tag to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support 11 5 6 7 website or call technical support. 10 2 Optical drive - Plays or records only standard-size (12 cm) CDs, DVDs, and 8 Blu-ray Disc
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    computer is in sleep state. • Solid white - the computer is in power-on state. • Blinking amber - there may be a problem with the system board. • Solid amber - there may be a problem with either the system board or power supply. 9 Hard drive activity light - Turns on when the computer reads or
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    , IEEE 1394 connector, headphone connector, and microphone connector. 11 Media card reader - Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the following digital memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) memory card • Secure Digital
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    Back View Features 7 6 5 4 3 Using Your Studio 540 1 Security cable slot - Connects to a lock for a security cable used as an anti-theft device. NOTE: Before you buy a lock, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer. 2 Padlock rings - Attach a commercially 1 available
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    Using Your Studio 540 Back Panel Connectors 12 1 IEEE 1394 connector - Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices such as digital video cameras. 11 2 Network connector and light - Connects your computer to a network or broadband device. The network activity light flashes when the
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    Using Your Studio 540 5 Line-in connector - Connects to a microphone for voice or audio input into a sound or telephony program. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. 6 Front L/R line-out connector - Connects to headphones and speakers with integrated amplifiers.
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    Features NOTE: For more information about the 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
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    Center→ Transfer files and settings. 2. Click Back up files or Back up computer. 3. Click Continue on Your User Account Control dialog box and follow the instructions in the Back up Files wizard. 21
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    Tools" 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 Support website at support.dell.com for advanced service and troubleshooting instructions. CAUTION: Before working inside your computer
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    integrity light on the network connector is only for the wired 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
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    solid amber - The computer has a power problem or an internal device malfunction. For assistance contact Dell, see "Contacting Dell" on page 43. If the power and replacing memory modules, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). If you encounter interference that
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    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 you experience other
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    Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Ensure that the power documentation. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on CD. 26 If the computer stops responding - NOTICE: You
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    menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer. Solving Problems --Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to
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    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 (Troubleshooting, Security, System Performance, Network/Internet
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    the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. Alternatively you could see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 43 for assistance. Alert! Previous attempts at booting this system have failed at checkpoint
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    (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page problem - S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard disk drive failure. This feature can be enabled or disabled in the BIOS setup (see "Contacting Dell" on page 43 for assistance). Hardware Troubleshooter
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    Using Support Tools 3. In the search results, select the option that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 26 and run the Dell
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    Support Tools NOTE: If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media. 4. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive. Starting Dell the DELL logo
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    deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs installed after you received the computer. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. • If you received an Operating System disc with your computer, you can use it to restore your
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    after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using this option. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on certain computers. Use
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    , digital photos, music files, and so on. If possible, back up all data 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
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    Device Driver Rollback. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your operating system to the which you ordered your computer, or whether you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Operating System media may not ship with
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    4. Restart the computer. 5. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system /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 Options 37
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    at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for 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
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    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 more information, go to support.dell.com/dellconnect. Online Services You can learn about Dell products and services on the
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    , you can go to support.dell. com, or you can call the automated order- status service. A recording prompts you for the information needed to locate and report on your order. For the telephone number to call your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 43. If you have a problem with your order, such
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    box. 2. For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 43. 3. Include a copy of the invoice and a letter see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 31). Getting Help 5. Include any accessories that belong with the item(s) being returned (power cables, software, guides,
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    troubleshooting steps possible only at the computer itself. Ensure that the computer documentation is available. Diagnostic Checklist • Name: • Date: • Address: • Phone number: • Service ): • Express Service Code: • Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): •
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    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
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    on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. the Dell Technology Guide available on your hard drive. upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. reinstall or replace a worn or defective part. the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com
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    and Conditions (U.S. only), Safety 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
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    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 information about your computer. Processor Type L2 cache Intel® Celeron® 512 KB Intel Pentium® Dual-Core
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    Minimum 1 GB Maximum 4 GB (32-bit operating system) 8 GB (64-bit operating system) NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your memory, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Computer Information System chipset Data bus width Intel G45 + ICH10R 64 bits DRAM bus
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    Specifications Computer Information RAID support RAID 0 (striping) RAID 1 (mirroring) BIOS chip (NVRAM) 8 MB Expansion Bus Bus types Bus speeds PCI PCI 2.3 PCI Express 1.0A (x1) PCI Express 2.0 (x16) SATA 1.0, 2.0, and
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    Expansion Bus PCI Express x1 Connectors Connector size Connector data width (maximum) PCI Express x16 Connectors Connector size Connector data width (maximum) Video Integrated Discrete two 36 pins 1 PCI Express lane one 164 pins connectors 16 PCI Express lane Intel GMA X4500HD PCI Express x16 card
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    USB Audio S/PDIF IEEE one VGA and one HDMI connector RJ45 connector two front-panel and four back-panel USB 2.0 compliant connectors six connectors for 7.1 support one S/PDIF connector one front-panel and one back-panel 6-pin serial connector 50
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    Power DC Power Supply Wattage 300 W/350 W NOTE: The 300 W power supply will be used in Energy star systems. Maximum heat dissipation 75 W (300 W PSU) 188.5 W (350 W PSU) NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated by using the power supply wattage rating. Voltage 115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 7.0 A/4.0 A
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    Specifications Computer Environment Maximum shock (measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse): Operating 40 G +/- 5% with pulse duration of 2 msec +/- 10% (equivalent to 20 inches/sec [51 cm/ sec]) Storage 105 G +/- 5% with pulse duration of 2 msec +/- 10% (
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    Appendix The information in this document applies to the products listed below: • Studio • Studio 540 • Studio 540n 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
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    11 using dial-up 11 54 via DSL 12 via WLAN 12 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
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    FTP login, anonymous 40 H hard drive type 47 hard drive activity light 15 hardware problems diagnosing 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 30 HDMI connector location 19 display 6 headphone front connector 15 help getting assistance and support 38 I IEEE 1394 connector 15, 18 Internet connection 11 Index 55
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    Index ISP Internet Service Provider 11 L line-in connector 15 M media card reader 16 memory minimum and maximum 47 memory problems solving 25 Memory Stick reader 16 memory support 47 microphone connector 15 Microsoft Windows Vista 11 MMC 16 Multi Media Card reader 16 56 N network connection fixing
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    security cable slot 17 shipping products for return or repair 41 software features 20 software problems 26 solving problems 22 S/PDIF connector 19 specifications 46 support email addresses 40 support sites worldwide 39 system board connectors 49 System Messages 29 system reinstall options 33 System
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    Index Windows Vista Program Compatibility Wizard 26 reinstalling 36 setup 11 wireless network connection 22 X xD-Picture Card reader 16 58
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