Dell XPS 8500 recovery discs
I recently had the 2 TB hard drive in Dell xps 8500 go bad It died /I called dell out of warranty they sent first a usb I ran it and all it is windows 8 install on usd thumb driveNext they send me...
View ArticleDell Inspiron 5675 freezes after a few minutes
I just got a Dell Inspiron 5675 desktop computer for Christmas. For the past couple of days, I have been experiencing freezing issues similar to, if not the same as, the issues expressed in this forum...
View ArticleWindows8.1 boot up
After getting to the recovery/start up options, I've tried every number. The screen goes black.What other way can I get to that safe mode black screen boot up options??? Thanx for your response. BC
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No Wireless Connectivity - Dell Precision 490
Hi,Up until a week ago I had flawless internet connectivity with a usb dongle in the pc. Now there is nothing, I am not even given 'wireless' as an option. I have hooked up the pc with an ethernet...
View ArticleXPS 8930 Extreme Fan Noise
Hi I've just bought a XPS 8930 with an i7-8700 processor. The PC is quiet until it is put under load such as gaming or graphics work when the top fan kicks in at extreme volumes. It is very distracting...
View ArticleXPS 8700 HDD SSD Cache reports multiple errors
It appears I need to replace the 32GB SSD in my computer, as the Intel RST reports multiple repeat failures in the drive. I purchased a replacement SSD, but when I installed it, the system failed to...
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Default Settings for Balanced Power Plan?
Hello,After recently upgrading the CPU in my OptiPlex 9010 AIO, I have been unable to restore the default settings for the balanced power plan. I have already tried using the "Restore default settings...
View ArticleDell xps 13 2 in 1 inquiries
I have some enquiries regarding the xps 2 in 1What i can see is the 2 in 1 main feature is the stylus ebabled screen1) How much does it hold upto wacom cintiq? If consider cintiq is 100 points,how much...
View ArticleDisabling ACPI
Hi,How to Completely Disable ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power Interface) on Dell OptiPlex 960 slim mini tower?i checked the system setup using F12 and found nothing related to this in power...
View Article580MT Upgrade to SSD HDD Combo
I tried to insert a link to the spec for my Inspiron 580 MT : Intel Core i5 Processor 750(2.66GHz,8MB) but this forum interface defeated me.I have two questions:Why is the RAM shown as limited to 8MB?...
View ArticlePower saving mode
Hi All,My Dell Precision T3600, running Windows 10 pro frequently goes into power saving mode in middle of use, the only way to out is to manually shut down and reboot. I ran a diagnostic test and got...
View ArticleUpgrading the Inspiron 5675?
My girlfriend recently bought me a Dell Inspiron 5675 Gaming Desktop and it was the lowest model with the AMD 7th Generation CPU and was wondering if there was any way to upgrade that to the Ryzen 5...
View ArticleNeed Super Silent Replacement Fans for Dell Optiplex 3010 Small Form Factor
I recently customized a Dell Optiplex 3010 Small Form Factor. The fans are okay but about 60dB and I'd like to find something quieter that's compatible with Dell since they have their own...
View ArticleStrange USB PCIe card BIOS issue - only on 1 of 2 identical Optiplex 760 MTs
About a month ago I bought 2 Dell Optiplex 760 MTs. Both systems are exactly the same in every way and work very well. Both have the latest A16 BIOS and all the latest drivers from Dell installed.Last...
View ArticleXPS8700 won't boot - displays "Out of range"
XPS8700Intel Core i7 4770 3.40 GHzWindows 10 64-bitAMD Radeon R9 270 2GB GDDR5In the middle of a flight simulator session the screen suddenly went grey with a loud buzzing sound. I shut down by holding...
View ArticleXps 8700 wont power up
Hello, I have an xps8700 it's suddenly shutdown and won't power on anymore.I looked at the green light at the back and no light but I have the yellow light on the moonI tried press and hold the...
View ArticleIs there a way to view POST screen?
On Optiplex 760 MT with A16 BIOS, there is no option in the BIOS to disable splash screen or disable quiet boot, therefore you only ever see the Dell splash screen on boot and never the POST screen.Is...
View ArticleFuture Upgrade CPUs for 8930?
I was looking at possibly getting an XPS 8930 with a low-performance processor (e.g., i3-8100) now, and upgrading the processor in a couple years when the prices come down for the higher performing...
View ArticlePrecision T7500: No Post - Solid 2 Light
I have a Dell Precision T7500 that won't post. After powering it on the #2 diagnostic code light is solid. The power button is green not amber but won't post and 2 light stays on solid.Any ideas how to...
View ArticleKaby Lake support for Skylake Optiplex
Does Optiplex 3040, 5040 and 7040 supports Kaby Lake with latest BIOS? I have 3040 Micro and wants to try G4600 for HEVC decode.
View ArticleAll in one 3052 black screen
screen stays black when i power on the orange light comes on and all usb conection ports work supplying power but nothing comes on screen help service tag is expired since 2017 February help
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DRIVER SUPPORT NEEDED: Alienware Aurora R4 Support for the Windows 10 creator...
Hi DellMy PC Dell Aurora R4 won't update properly due to it not being on the list of windows 10 creator supported drivers PC from dell. Does anyone one know if dell is going to correct this...
View ArticleAntenna on Dell T3500 CPU
There is an antenna on the back of my Dell T3500 CPU that has broken. Is it necessary and/or helpful and, if so, where do I get a replacement since Googling it was unsuccessful?
View ArticleBoot problem
hello I saw lots of answers for this question but nothing seems to work i cleared my nvidia drivers with ddu tool and reinstalled them.now i get a blue screen with moise cursour on it i know i need to...
View Articlecan i upgrade Intel Pentium Dual Core Processor
i have a Dell optiplex 380 and i wanted to upgrade my pc into a Pc gamer to play like second life but i was told i need to upgrade my Intel Pentium Dual Core Processor ,so i need is there a up grade...
View ArticleInspiron 3668, upgrade PSU (for Graphics card)?
My son would like to use his GTX 1060 graphics card in his new Inspiron 3668, so I wanted to upgrade the power supply to something with 600W -- but I gather the original PSU is smaller than the power...
View ArticleXPS 9360 Flashing Power/Amber Light - OS isn't stable!
Hello everyone, I bought an XPS 13 touchscreen dell i7 (ubuntu) on 14 Nov 2016. Today I found that the Power/Amber Light keep blinking and once I logged to the system (i.e., the desktop is reachable),...
View Article(Dell Optiplex 380) Is it possible to install a card reader?
Hello!I have a Dell Optiplex 380 SFF that I've been wanting to upgrade. The floppy bay is empty, and floppy diskettes are obsolete now. I want to install a card reader, (SD Card, Memory Stick, Flash,...
View ArticleDELL OPTIPLEX 755 CAPACIDAD DE DISCO DURO
hola me compraron mis padres una dell optiplex 755 y no se mucho sobre esta clase de pc ni siquiera sabia que existía y estuve buscando en paginas y dice que Capacidades disponibles de 80, 160 y 250 GB...
View ArticleInstall a 3rd Hard Drive in an Inspiron 3847?
I have an Inspiron 3847 in which I installed a SSD as the primary and moved the existing HDD to the secondary drive position. I am wondering if anyone has installed a third HDD (or SSD) using the Sata...
View ArticleOptiplex 3050 M2. Slot for SSD or only for wifi card?
Hi!I have an Optiplex 3050 Small Form Factor.Can I install an M2 PCIe SSD in this computer?Currently there is a SATA SSD and an optical drive installed.The computer has only two SATA ports (very...
View Articlewindows 10 Creators update fails over and over OptiPlex 9010
windows 10 Creators update fails over and over OptiPlex 9010. I've wiped the drive and done a fresh install, updated from disk iso and tried to update in safe mode. Still no go. It keeps trying to...
View Article"preparing automatic repair" XPS 8930 desktop
Hello My xps 8930 i7 (new) is stuck on "preparing automatic repair" and stays there even after several reboots and several goes via the recover os assist option. We turned the desktop on today and this...
View ArticleInspiron 620 BIOS update problem
I just tried to update the BIOS from A03 to the latest A10. I'm running Windows 10 Home, Vers. 1709., with all updates installed. Everything about the BIOS update seemed to go well. Got a message that...
View ArticleT3600 with message "ME in recovery state" - please help
Hi,I have a T3600 which has the message "ME in recovery state" at start up. Start up is also pretty slow.Any help to resolve this would be appreciated.Thanks
View ArticleWhat is Dell planning to do about this: Severe Intel security issue may...
Seems to me a new processor will be needed, under warranty."The bad news is that the patch involves slowing down all these computers by up to 30%."bgr.com/.../
View ArticleCan my Thermaltake 750w PSU model SP-750P work in a dell Precision T3500...
I couldn't find anything about Dell Precission t3500 workstation requirements. Is the 750w enough. Can my Thermaltake 750w PSU model SP-750P: Smart 750w W/Active PFC. It as +5V 22A, +3.3V 22A, +12V...
View ArticleDell XPS 8920 and want to boot from SSD M.2 slot
I know there has been lot's of discussion regarding booting from the SSD m.2 slot here but I still can't find a definite procedure to follow. Can someone give me a link(s). My system will arrive in in...
View ArticleBIOS Update 2.2.1 on XPS 8900
(I accidentally posted this same thing in the 'Laptop' discussion section. I hope a moderator can remove the previous post)I installed the latest BIOS update today (2.2.1) and noticed that when...
View ArticleDell XPS 2720 USB I/O Issues with External Hard Drives
Been having an issue that's been quite a headache for creating backups and transferring files. My Dell XPS 2720 has problems with USB external drives. Some drives connect and read & write just...
View ArticleInspiron 5675 - will Mobo fit in a non dell case?
I would like to replace the Case that the system came in in order to allow for more fans to be installed (120-140 mm) and promote better airflow in the case. I would like to have some beeter cable...
View ArticleDell OptiPlex 765
Hi, I'm looking for the type of RAM and how much RAM the Dell OptiPlex 765 can upgrade to. I've tried to look up the specs, but I can't seem to find an OptiPlex 765, yet my in-laws have one. It only...
View ArticleOptiplex 9020 mini tower no video on power up
I'm troubleshooting a clients computer that does not get a display on power up. The user was turning the computer off and back on until the video finally displayed. Steps Taken:Since the computer was...
View ArticleYour thoughts on building this home use system?
Home use for email, internet - no video processing or editingXPS 8930 base8th Gen. Intel i7 8700 Kaby Lake-R label8 GB DDR4 RAMWiFi: Killer 1535 driver 802.11 ac 2x2; Bluetooth 4.2Windows 10 ProDVD...
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Dell Precision 390 16gb DDR2 ECC memory upgrade
Hello there, i have 2 dell precision 390's that i would like to upgrade their RAM. I recently upgraded the CPU's to a Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2.40GHz and i was wondering if i could do the same with my...
View Articleamber light in 660s inspiron desktop 4 yrs old
Hi I have a 4 year old inspiron 660s desktop when i press the power button it sounds as if it is going to start but only stays amber nothing comes on no beeps is this my mother board? any suggestions...
View ArticleOptiPlex 9020 SFF (2014) - Replacement Case Fan
I have a 2014 OptiPlex 9020 SFF, and the case fan (at the bottom front of the case) has started making a rattling sound like its bearings are going. I'm trying to identify the appropriate replacement...
View ArticleComputer won’t reboot - Insperion one 2305 desktop
I accidentley disconnect desktop and when I turn it on the computer turns on orange light stays on but wont start up or reboot.
View ArticleDell OptiPlex 780 initializes unexpectedly
What could possibly make my Dell OptiPlex 780 initialize "boot itself" unexpectedly? The system will idle all day with screensaver on, if left alone. When I actually start using the system it...
View ArticleDell Optiplex 7050 Connects with three monitors - got unable save display...
Dell Optiplex 7050 Connects with three monitors. Those monitors are the same model (Dell 19 inches).Dell Optiplex 7050 has three ports (VGA, Displayport, HDMI) for connecting monitors. Monitor 1 : VGA...
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