Re: New Dell XPS 8500 won't boot
Hi mcnieman, The computer stuck at Dell logo after first boot of Windows 8 might be happening because of forcibly turned off or reset of the computer on first boot. This issue is only seen on systems...
View ArticleRe: xps 8300 want to upgrade my cpu
Hi John,XPS 8300 has a motherboard with the Intel H57 Chipset which will not support 4 GHz processors. However, a motherboard with Intel X79 Chipset with Unlocked BIOS for Overclocking will be...
View ArticleRe: SSD Upgrade for E510
I don't think there's much to it ... you'll need a 2.5-to-3.5-inch adapter bracket and that's about it.
View ArticleRe: Inspiron 531 - How to clear CMOS Battery Failed Message
Hi MaryThanks. I can't see anywhere in the settings to clear log files. The problem I was having was the date and time was out and I was getting CMOS battery errors, eventually resulting in having to...
View ArticleRe: [Help] Inspiron 530s: No display, Blue and LED's
Good to hear you figured it out and thanks for letting us know.
View ArticleRe: Anyone tried installing Windows XP Pro on XPS 8500?
While we're here... I have an old XP Home machine with lotsa apps on it. I just bought an XPS 8500 that came with 64-bit Win 8. Is there a way to install/run the XP apps on it? I've heard of...
View Articleinstall/run XP Home apps under 64-bit Win 8?
I just got an XPS 8500 with 64-bit Win 8 (non-Pro). I'd like to load a lot of XP apps from my ancient machine. Is there a way to load/run them? I've heard of HYPER-V, but it only runs on Win 8 Pro....
View ArticleRe: install/run XP Home apps under 64-bit Win 8?
Only windows 7 Pro and Ultimate have XP Mode. 32 Bit version is not required to run XP. The XP Mode runs in a 32 bit virtual machine.
View ArticleRE: How to set up RAID 1 with a new Optiplex 9010
1) a) backup data on all drives you need to. Download raid drivers for SATA 'f6 floppy' on dell website or intel website. Download BIOS updates as well. Create your usb boot disk for windows 8 ( format...
View ArticleRe: Drive Self-Test (DST) log contains previous error(s)
if your drive does not have the 50 meg type DE partition at the front of the drive you may be unable to run the PSA tests as this is where the DIAGNOSTICS program resides. There may be an ISO of the...
View ArticleRE: How to set up RAID 1 with a new Optiplex 9010
if you want a striped raid array I would follow my instructions for dell b in previous post and then create a windows full metal backup to external disk. confirm/validate backup is good. boot to raid...
View ArticleRe: DG33MO3 foxconn motherboard and msi R6670 MD2GD3 graphics card compatability
Would you mind helping me troubleshoot? I shut down the computer, turned it off, unplugged it, opened it up, installed the brand new card into the pci-e x16 slot, connected the vga cable to the new...
View ArticleRe: Optiplex 790 - Processor upgrade options
Hello,Optiplex 790 has a Intel Q65 Express Chipset and supports Sandy Bridge (2nd Generation i3, 2nd Generation i5 and 2nd Generation i7). The system was tested and shipped with 2 kinds of i7...
View ArticleRe: New Alienware x51 does 5 beeps and don't even start.
I found a solution for this. It take a screw driver and removing video card. Once out, find the yellow battery on the back of the system. All you have to do it unplug it. Plug the computer up and I...
View ArticleRe: New Alienware x51 does 5 beeps and don't even start.
I got a new one that has the same problem, this is so...
View ArticleRe: DG33MO3 foxconn motherboard and msi R6670 MD2GD3 graphics card compatability
lobsterboy25Prior to installing the new card, did you uninstall the 'old' drivers and install the compatible drivers for MSI R6670-MD2GD3 Radeon HD 6670, after installing the PCIe card?Check the...
View ArticleRe: DG33MO3 foxconn motherboard and msi R6670 MD2GD3 graphics card compatability
I uninstalled the old drivers and disabled integrated video through device manager. I installed the drivers for the new card prior to installing the new card. Init Display First is set to 'PCI Slot'....
View ArticleRe: DG33MO3 foxconn motherboard and msi R6670 MD2GD3 graphics card compatability
PCI slot? Is there a PCIe slot? Also, does the Dell BIOS screen display on boot-up?
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Re: Inspiron 531 1.0.13 bios update problem, wont flash
File Format:Non-PackagedDownload FileAdd to My Download ListGo to My Download ListFile Name:I531_1013.EXEDescription:This file format consists of a BIOS executable file. To use it, download the file...
View ArticleHow to return to factory
I just bought an XPS 8500 and would like to return it to the factory state. How do I do this. I did not get a win 8 re install disk, but have noticed a partition with what looks like installation...
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