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SETUP GUIDE

Model DCSLA

Studio Slim

Summary of Contents for 540s - Studio Slim Desktop Pc

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Page 4: ...n Trademarks used in this text Dell the DELL logo YOURS IS HERE and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc Intel Pentium and Celeron are registered trademarks and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U S and other countries Microsoft Windows Windows Vista and Windows Vista start button are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or ot...

Page 5: ...the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display 10 Windows Vista Setup 11 Connect to the Internet Optional 11 Using Your Studio Slim 540s 14 Front View Features 14 Using the Optical Drive 16 Back View Features 17 Back Panel Connectors 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 22 Network Problems 22 Power Problems 23 Memory Problems 24 Lockups and Software Problems 25 Using Support Tools 28 Dell Supp...

Page 6: ...lp 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 52 Macrovision Product Notice 52 Index 53 ...

Page 7: ...asy access to a power source adequate ventilation and a level surface to place your computer Restricting airflow around your Studio Slim 540s may cause it to overheat To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10 2 cm 4 inches at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5 1 cm 2 inches on all other sides You should never put your computer in an enclosed space such as a cabinet or drawe...

Page 8: ...nnector 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 signals for displays such as monitors and projectors NOTE A DVI connector may be available on your computer if you purchased an optional discrete graphics card OR ...

Page 9: ...I You can connect to the display using the following connectors available on your computer the VGA connector the HDMI connector or the DVI connector optional Connect Using the VGA Connector If your display has a VGA connector use a VGA cable with blue connectors at both ends If your display has a DVI connector use the VGA cable with blue connectors at both ends with a VGA to DVI adapter white plug...

Page 10: ...an HDMI cable Connect Using a 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 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect your keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer ...

Page 11: ...net 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 cl...

Page 12: ...10 Setting Up Your Studio Slim 540s Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer Press the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display ...

Page 13: ...ernet service provider ISP Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options DSL connections that provide high speed Internet access through your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service With a DSL connection you can access the Internet and use your telephone on the same line simultaneously Cable modem connections that provide high speed Internet access thro...

Page 14: ...llite modem connection contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions Setting Up a Wireless Connection Before you can use your wireless Internet connection you need to connect to your wireless router To set up your connection to a wireless router Save and close any open files and exit any 1 open programs Click 2 Start Connect To Follow the instructions on the screen to 3 com...

Page 15: ...ms Click 2 Start Control Panel Under 3 Network and Internet click Connect to the Internet The Connect to the Internet window appears Click either 4 Broadband PPPoE or Dial up depending on how you want to connect Choose a Broadband if you will use a DSL satellite modem cable TV modem or Bluetooth wireless technology connection Chose b Dial up if you will use an optional USB dial up modem or ISDN NO...

Page 16: ...e back to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support 2 Eject button for Optical drive Press here to open close the CD DVD Blu ray Disc drive 3 Optical drive panel This panel covers the CD DVD Blu ray Disc drive 4 FlexDock open close Press here to open close the FlexDock 5 FlexDock optional Can contain an optional Media Card Reader Using Your Studio Sl...

Page 17: ...ly 7 USB 2 0 connectors 2 Connects USB devices that are connected occasionally such as memory keys digital cameras and MP3 players 8 Headphone connector Connects to headphones NOTE To connect to a powered speaker or sound system use the audio out or S PDIF connector on the back of your computer 9 Microphone or line in connector Connects to a microphone for voice or to an audio cable for audio inpu...

Page 18: ...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 To eject a disc from the drive press the eject button A few seconds later the disc ejects ...

Page 19: ...riate 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 the power supply NOTE May or may not be available on your computer 4 Power connector Insert the power cable 4 2 1 3 4 2 1 3 ...

Page 20: ...dband device The network activity light flashes when the computer is transmitting or receiving data A high volume of network traffic may make this light appear to be in a steady on state 3 Back L R surround Connects to multichannel capable speakers 4 Center subwoofer Connects to a subwoofer 5 Line in Connects to a microphone for voice or audio input into a sound or telephony program On computers w...

Page 21: ...ith 7 1 speakers and provides enhanced surround audio On computers with a sound card use the connector on the card 9 HDMI 1 2 Connects to a TV for both audio and video signals NOTE For a monitor without built in speakers only the video signals will be read 10 USB 2 0 4 Connects USB devices such as a mouse keyboard printer external drive or MP3 player 11 VGA Connects to a monitor or projector for v...

Page 22: ...s Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs Blu ray Discs if the option is selected at the time of purchase and DVDs You can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices such as digital cameras and cell phones Optional software applications enable you to organize and create music and video files that can be recorded to disc saved on portable p...

Page 23: ...of the computer and by reducing the amount of energy consumed by your computer over its lifetime High performance This power option provides the highest level of system performance on your computer by adapting processor speed to your activity and by maximizing system performance Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that you periodically back up files and folders on your computer To back up files...

Page 24: ...ety information that shipped with your computer For additional safety best practice information see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www dell com at the following location www dell com regulatory_compliance Network Problems Wireless Connections If the network connection is lost The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer Check your wireless router to ensure it...

Page 25: ...ector 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 power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet If the computer is plugged into a power strip ensure that the power strip is plugged ...

Page 26: ...incorrectly installed You may have to remove and then reinstall the memory modules for information on removing and replacing memory modules see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support dell com If you encounter interference that hinders reception on your computer An unwanted signal is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals Some possible causes of interfere...

Page 27: ...25 Run the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on page 31 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 Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet If a progra...

Page 28: ...tart Control Panel Programs Use an older program with this version of Windows In the welcome screen click 2 Next Follow the instructions on the screen 3 If a solid blue screen appears Turn the computer off If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your pointer or mouse press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off T...

Page 29: ...ware requirements needed to run the software See the software documentation for information Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program If necessary uninstall and then reinstall the program ...

Page 30: ...pport with DellConnect Customer Service Training and Tutorials How To Help with Dell on Call and Online Scan with PCCheckUp About Your System System Documentation Warranty Information System Information and Upgrades Accessories The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your system s model number along with its service tag and express service code For more information about the Dell Sup...

Page 31: ...e computer failed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for the same error see Contacting Dell on page 43 for assistance CMOS checksum error Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low Replace the battery See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support dell com or see Contacting Dell on page 43 for assistance CPU fan failure CPU fan has failed Replace the CPU fan S...

Page 32: ...o USB cables connect both of them NOTICE Hard Drive SELF MONITORING SYSTEM has reported that a parameter has exceeded its normal operating range Dell recommends that you back up your data regularly A parameter out of range may or may not indicate a potential hard drive 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 ...

Page 33: ...iagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive NOTE If your computer cannot display a screen image see Contacting Dell on page 43 Ensure that the computer is connected to an 1 electrical outlet that is known to be working properly Turn ...

Page 34: ...then shut down your computer and try again NOTE The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only On the next start up the computer boots according to the devices specified in the system setup program When the boot device list appears highlight 3 CD DVD CD RW and press Enter Select the 4 Boot from CD ROM option from the menu that appears and press Enter Type 1 to start the CD menu and pres...

Page 35: ...n use it to restore your operating system However using the Operating System 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 return your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files if changes to the h...

Page 36: ...Do not alter open or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete Click 1 Start In the 2 Start Search box type System Restore and press Enter Click 3 Undo my last restoration and click Next Dell Factory Image Restore NOTICE Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your c...

Page 37: ...e recovery options log on as a 5 local user To access the command prompt type administrator in the User name field then click OK Click 6 Dell Factory Image Restore The Dell Factory Image Restore welcome screen appears NOTE Depending upon your configuration you may need to select Dell Factory Tools then Dell Factory Image Restore Click 7 Next The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears NOTICE If you d...

Page 38: ... 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 during the assembly of the computer Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to load any required drivers Depending on the region from which you ordered your computer or whether you requested t...

Page 39: ...t Windows desktop then shut down your computer and try again NOTE The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only On the next start up the computer boots according to the devices specified in the system setup program When the boot device list appears highlight 6 CD DVD CD RW Drive and press Enter Press any key to 7 Boot from CD ROM Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the in...

Page 40: ...ll Support online If the preceding steps have not resolved the 5 problem see Contacting Dell on page 43 NOTE Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at the computer so that the support staff can assist you with any necessary procedures NOTE Dell s Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries When prompted by Dell s automated telephone system enter your Express Service Code ...

Page 41: ... 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 and click DellConnect Online Services You can learn about Dell products and services on the following websites www dell com www dell com ap Asian Pacific countries only www dell com jp Japan only www euro dell com Europe only w...

Page 42: ...p computers When you call AutoTech use your touch tone telephone to select the subjects that correspond to your questions For instructions on accessing the telephone number to call your region see Contacting Dell on page 43 Automated Order Status Service To check on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered you can go to support dell com or you can call the automated order status servi...

Page 43: ...a copy of the invoice and a letter 3 describing the reason for the return Include a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist 4 see Diagnostic Checklist on page 42 indicating the tests that you have run and any error messages reported by the Dell Diagnostics see Dell Diagnostics on page 31 Include any accessories that belong with 5 the item s being returned power cables software guides and so on if the re...

Page 44: ... telephone at or near the computer You may be asked to type some commands at the keyboard relay detailed information during operations or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at your computer Ensure that your computer s documentation is available Diagnostic Checklist Name Date Address Phone number Service Tag bar code on the top of your computer towards the back Express Service Code Retur...

Page 45: ...rnet connection you can find contact information on your purchase invoice packing slip bill or Dell product catalog Dell provides several online and telephone based support and service options Availability varies by country and product and some services may not be available in your area To contact Dell for sales technical support or customer service issues Visit 1 support dell com Verify your coun...

Page 46: ...pport website at support dell com learn more about your operating system maintaining peripherals RAID Internet Bluetooth networking and e mail 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 NOTE In some coun...

Page 47: ...t www dell regulatory_compliance 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 the top of your computer towards the back find drivers and downloads access technical support and product help check on your order status for new purchases find solutions and answers to common questions locate informa...

Page 48: ...ding 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 1 MB Intel Core 2 Duo 2 MB 3 MB 4 MB 6 MB Intel Core2 Quad 6 MB 8 MB 12 MB ...

Page 49: ...lly accessible DDR2 DIMM sockets Capacities 512 MB 1 GB and 2 GB Memory type 800 MHz DDR2 DIMM Memory 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 Intel G45 ICH10R Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width 64 bits Pr...

Page 50: ... directional speed 500 MB s x16 slot bi directional speed 8 GB s SATA 1 5 Gbps and 3 0 Gbps USB 480 Mbps high speed 12 Mbps full speed and 1 2 Mbps low speed Expansion Bus PCI Connectors one Connector size 124 pins Connector data width maximum 32 bits PCI Express x1 Connector two Connector size 36 pins Connector data width maximum 1 PCI Express lane ...

Page 51: ... integrated 7 1 High Definition audio System Board Connectors Chassis fan one 3 pin connector Front panel audio HDA header one 10 pin connector Front panel control one 10 pin connector Internal USB device five 10 pin connectors Memory four 240 pin connectors PCI 2 3 one 124 pin connector PCI Express x1 two 36 pin connectors PCI Express x16 one 164 pin connector Power one 24 pin connector Power 12 ...

Page 52: ... USB two front panel and four back panel USB 2 0 compliant connectors Audio Realtek ALC888S 7 1 Channel audio S PDIF one S PDIF connector IEEE 1394 6 pin serial connector Power DC power supply Wattage 250 W Maximum heat dissipation 135 W 62 5 W ENERGY STAR 4 0 NOTE Heat dissipation is calculated by using the power supply wattage rating Voltage 115 230 VAC 50 60 Hz 6 A 3 A Coin cell battery 3 V CR2...

Page 53: ...51 Specifications Physical Height 362 mm 14 2 inches Width 100 mm 3 9 inches Depth 435 mm 7 74 inches Weight 9 kg 19 8 lb ...

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Page 55: ...r 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 your desktop 20 your energy settings 21 D data backing up 21 DellConnect 39 Dell Diagnostics 31 Dell Factory Image Restore 33 Index ...

Page 56: ...s 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 type 47 hard drive activity light 15 hardware problems diagnosing 30 Hardware Troubleshooter 30 HDMI display 6 headphone front connector 15 help getting assistance and support 38 I Internet connection 11 ISP Internet Service Provider 11 ...

Page 57: ...n 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 processor 46 products information and purchasing 41 R reinstalling Windows 33 resources finding more 44 restoring factory image 34 ...

Page 58: ...ddresses 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 ventilation ensuring 5 W warranty returns 41 Windows reinstalling 33 Windows Vista Program Compatibility Wizard 26 reinstalling 36 setup 11 wireless network connection 22 ...

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