Dell Studio MX36C Specifications

SETUP GUIDE

8Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Connect the DisplayYour computer has integrated video connectors. Connect the display using either the integrated

9Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Connection Type Computer Cable DisplayDVI‑to‑DVI (DVI cable)DVI‑to‑VGA (DVI‑to‑VGA adapter + VGA cable)HDMI‑to‑H

10Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Connect the Keyboard and MouseConnect the USB keyboard and mouse to the USB connectors on the back panel of your

11Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Connect the Network Cable (Optional)A network connection is not required to complete your computer setup, but if

12Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button

13Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Set Up the Operating SystemYour Dell computer is preconfigured with the operating system you selected at the time

14Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Connect to the Internet (Optional)To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection an

15Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionNOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that shipped with you

16Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings availab

17Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP.Follow the

18Using Your Studio XPS DesktopThis section provides information about the features available on your Studio XPS™ desktop. Front View Features97823564

19Using Your Studio XPS Desktop 1Media Card Reader light — Indicates if a media card is inserted.2Media Card Reader — Provides a fast and convenient w

20Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Top View Features 532164

21Using Your Studio XPS Desktop 1Service Tag and Express Service Code — Used to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or cal

22Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Back View Features2345671

23Using Your Studio XPS Desktop 1Power connector — Connects to the power cable. The appearance of this connector may vary.2Voltage selector switch — A

24Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Back Panel Connectors789101112134532161 S/PDIF connector — Connects to amplifiers of TVs for digital audio through opt

25Using Your Studio XPS Desktop 5 Rear L/R surround connector — Connects to rear L/R surround speakers. 6 Side L/R surround connector — Connects to si

26Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Software FeaturesNOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guid

27Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Customizing the DesktopYou can customize your desktop to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, or

SETUP GUIDEModel: D03M series Type: D03M001 SETUP GUIDE

28Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Customizing Your Energy SettingsYou can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings

29Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Transferring Information to a New ComputerWindows Vista®NOTE: The following steps are applicable for the Windows defau

30Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Backing Up Your DataIt is recommended that you periodically back up files and folders on your computer. To back up fil

31Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Dell DataSafe Online BackupNOTE: Dell DataSafe Online may not be available in all regions.NOTE: A broadband connection

32Using Your Studio XPS Desktop Dell DockThe Dell Dock is a group of icons that provides easy access to frequently‑used applications, files, and folde

33Solving ProblemsThis section provides troubleshooting information for your computer. If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines

34Solving Problems Network ProblemsWireless ConnectionsIf the network connection is lost — The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disable

35Solving Problems Power ProblemsIf the power light is off — The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power. Reseat the power cable into

36Solving Problems If the power light is blinking amber — There may be a problem with the system board.For assistance, contact Dell (see “Contacting D

37Solving Problems If you experience other memory problems — Ensure that you are following the memory •installation guidelines (see the Service Manua

Notes, Cautions, and WarningsNOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates

38Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up — Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer a

39Solving Problems Windows Vista®Click 1. Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with this version of Windows.In the welcome screen,

40Using Support ToolsDell Support CenterThe Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system‑specific information you need. To laun

41Using Support Tools System MessagesIf your computer has an issue or error, it may display a system message that will help you identify the cause and

42Using Support Tools No boot device available — No bootable partition on hard drive, the hard drive cable is loose, or no bootable device exists.If t

43Using Support Tools Hardware TroubleshooterIf a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly confi

44Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveThe Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your h

45Using Support Tools If you are experiencing memory issues c. press <y>, otherwise press <n>. The following message is displayed: “Bootin

46Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities DiscInsert the1. Drivers and Utilities disc.Shut down and restart the

47Using Support Tools If a problem is encountered during a test, 8. a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem. Write down

3 Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop . . . . . .5Lifting Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Before Setting Up Your Computer . . .

48You can restore your operating system in the following ways:System • Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting

49Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreThe Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to restore your compute

50Restoring Your Operating System Dell DataSafe Local BackupNOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in all regions.Dell DataSafe Local B

51Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Wind

52Restoring Your Operating System the hard drive. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e‑mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on.

53Restoring Your Operating System Operating System ReinstallationBefore You BeginIf you are considering reinstalling the Microsoft® Windows® operating

54Restoring Your Operating System To reinstall Windows, you need the following items:Dell• Operating System discDell• Drivers and Utilities disc NOT

55Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Wind

56If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem:See “Solving Problems”

57Getting Help Technical Support and Customer ServiceDell’s support service is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Our support sta

4 Contents Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .48System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49Dell DataSafe Local Backup.

58Getting Help Dell Support e-mail [email protected]•[email protected]• [email protected]• (Latin America and Caribbean

59Getting Help Product InformationIf you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to place an order, visit

60Getting Help Call Dell to obtain a Return Material 1. Authorization Number, and write it clearly and prominently on the outside of the box. For the

61Getting Help Before You CallNOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated‑support telephone system direc

62Getting Help See your operating system documentation to determine the contents of the computer’s start‑up files. If the computer is connected to a p

63Getting Help

64Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to: See:reinstall your operating system the Operating System discfind your system model number th

65Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See:find safety best practices information for your computerreview Warranty information, Ter

66Basic SpecificationsThis section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more

67Basic Specications Computer ModelStudio XPS™ 8100Computer InformationProcessor types Intel® Core™ i7‑870Intel Core i7‑860Intel Core i7‑750Intel Cor

5This section provides information about setting up your Studio XPS™ 8100 desktop.WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, rea

68Basic Specications DrivesExternally accessible two 5.25‑inch bays for SATA DVD+/‑RW Super Multi Drive or Blu‑ray Disc™ combo or Blu‑ray Disc RW dr

69Basic Specications External connectorsNetwork adapter RJ45 connectorUSB two top‑panel, two front‑panel, and four back‑panel USB 2.0 compliant conne

70Basic Specications Computer EnvironmentTemperature range:Operating 10° C to 35°C (50° F to 95°F)Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F)Relative humidi

71AppendixMacrovision Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. paten

72Appendix Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (only for Mexico)The following information is provided in the device(s) described in this

73Bbackupscreating 30Ccalling Dell 61CDs, playing and creating 26chipset 67computer capabilities 26connect(ing)optional network cable 11conservi

74Index energyconserving 28Express Service Code 21, 56Ffront‑side connectors 18FTP login, anonymous 58Hhard drivetype 68hard drive activity light

75Index Oorder status 58Ppower button and light 21power problems, solving 35problems, solving 33processor 67productsinformation and purchasing 5

76Index Wwarranty returns 59WindowsProgram Compatibility Wizard 38reinstalling 54wireless network connection 34

6Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Lifting Your ComputerTo ensure safety and to avoid any damage to your computer, lift it by holding the lift points

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7Setting Up Your Studio XPS Desktop Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power sourc