XPS 8500 Compatible Memory!
I've been searching for 2x8GB sticks of RAM to add to my computer, but everything I come across just adds to the frustrations.It seems the XPS 8500 is VERY picky about RAM, and most that works seems to...
View ArticleRe: Factory Restore no longer available
Thanks for the suggestion. It's an XPS 9000 w/ Win7.I'm actually getting new computer, but wanted to give this one to a family member. I wanted to set it back to factory for them.
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Re: XPS 8500 Compatible Memory!
Hi Kaitlyn2004,I have provided a link below which helps you in choosing compatible memory cards on the computer:http://dell.to/13rAZSWhttp://bit.ly/YbjmlXIf you are trying to purchase a memory, ensure...
View ArticleUpgraded my dell Dimension 3000 from Win XP to Win 7 Ultimate?
My present Standard VGA Graphics Adapter (Intel (R)82865G Video card is no longer good now since I upgraded to Windows 7 Ultimate.Does anyone know which brand of Video Cards I can get to make my videos...
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Re: Cannot get to safe mode with XPS410
scooter250Nice to know I'm not crazy : )I can't respond to that! That article isn't correct. I have Win XP on my Dell. When I reboot and press F8, I get a menu which includes "Safe Mode" and "Safe Mode...
View ArticleRe: Upgraded my dell Dimension 3000 from Win XP to Win 7 Ultimate?
Hi Chris,You need a PCI video card (not PCI Express) that supports Windows 7. Not too hard to find on Newegg or Tiger Direct.
View Articledimension 5000
HelloI have adelldesktopDELLDimension 5000 [Amin Note: Service Tag Edited per TOU policy] whichcurrentlyhastwo1GBinstalledDDR2 400512MB modulesinstalledsamsung1 and 2banksof memoryon the...
View ArticleRe: Factory Restore no longer available
Best thing would be to reformat the drive and do a clean re-install. You'll need your Dell Windows 7 Reinstallation DVD.If you're concerned about personal info stored on the HDD, use DBAN (free) to...
View ArticleRe: Factory Restore no longer available
Thanks. My computer didn't come with a DVD that I can recall. Will Dell send me one?
View ArticleRe: Upgraded my dell Dimension 3000 from Win XP to Win 7 Ultimate?
This will work: www.newegg.com/.../Product.aspxYou want to steer clear of cards with obsolete GPUs like the 6200.
View ArticleUnable to boot from Dell/Windows install disc
Hello, I'm currently trying to do a clean install of windows on a older dimension desktop. I have all the original install CD/DVD's provided by Dell. I've been unable to get the computer to boot or...
View ArticleT5500 Fan Speed high when restarting
Recently my T5500 fan speed goes up to real high and noisy when restarting the computer. The screen stays balck and does not actually restart. Depressing the power button does not shut off system. To...
View ArticleRe: Formatted Hard Disk - lots of help needed!
Hi MullA,As rdunnill correctly said, check in device manager if the Audio device is detected in device manager:Click on Start and then Control Panel.Click on the Performance and Maintenance link.Note:...
View ArticleRe: Which graphics card for Optiplex 755?
Check the link,the 755 come in 4 different size,one of them have only 2 ram slots and 4 slots for the rest of them.Mine is the the...
View ArticleRe: Which graphics card for Optiplex 755?
before attempting to put a hd7750,you should check if the fan and its shroud will clear because the shroud on the cpu heatsink is taking lot of room.Like i mentioned earlier,my tower is the MT,the...
View ArticleRe: Inspiron 546 - Hard Drive Parameter Has Exceeded Operating Range
Hi Ather,This error indicates hard drive failure on the computer. We need to replace the hard drive.I would be glad to arrange for a service on the computer if the computer is under warranty.I am...
View ArticleRe: Factory Restore no longer available
If you're in the US and the registered owner of this PC, complete the request form here. If you're not in the US, contact Dell in your local area.Dell may (or not) charge you for the disk.
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