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• How to: determine the video configuration my Dell XPS M1330 has installed.

  Original title: I need help to find which video configeration installed my Dell XPS M1330.

  I'm going to START, and then click HELP AND SUPPORT, then?

  Hello

  Control Panel - device - Graphics Manager - double click on it to view details.

  Start finding information - in the search box type system - up and double click it.
  Components - display.

  Check with Dell Support, their drivers and documentation online and ask in the Dell Forums.

  Dell support
  http://support.Dell.com/

  Dell support drivers - product manual & warranty Info (left side) - and much more
  http://support.Dell.com/support/index.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=DHS

  Dell forums
  http://en.community.Dell.com/forums/

  I hope this helps and happy holidays!

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• Factory setting Dell XPS 8500 32 GB MSATA

  I just bought a DELL XPS 8500 desktop computer refurbished with a 2 TB HDD and a 32 GB MSATA SSD, but I am not sure that hard drives have been configured correctly at the factory.  In the BIOS, the computer is configured as AHCI.  The machine came with Windows 8, which is installed on the 2 TB drive (drive C, entitled OS) and nothing is on the 32 GB disk (K drive, named DATAPART1). the SSD is empty showing 29.7 GB of available space.  The machine is in its State from the factory with nothing else installed.

  Caching is 32 GB SSD configured correctly?

  I tried to looked into technology Intel Rapid Storage Technology, but the interface is not installed on the computer.  If I try to install the latest version of the technology Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver either Dell XPS8500 and site the site of Intel, in both cases, I get a warning that the AHCI driver that will be installed is older than what I currently have installed with the option to install the driver or not install the driver.  If I do not install the driver, the installation stops without having to install anything.  If I do not install the driver, Intel Smart Response Technology is installed, but upon restarting, Windows will not start and I have to restore the computer to its original state.  I tried to change BIOS to use RAID functions and then tried to install it again, but I get a similar warning this time, indicating that the RAID driver that will be installed is older than what I have installed. I didn't want to continue the installation after that I got this RAID warning from my experience when I had put AHCI in place.  I'm for revenue by to AHCI as was the factory default.

  Also, I have two supplementary questions:

  I longingly the SSD to the cache, or booting the operating system, so I looked in install Windows 8 on the SSD, I disconnected the 2 TB drive and started the machine, but I couldn't get the Windows 8 recovery disk provided by Dell to run when the 2 TB drive was not present.  Is it because I'm using a recovery disc and not a true disk of Windows 8, or is this a limitation of the system?

  I noticed that I was not provided with a sticker with my key of Windows 8. I know how to determine the key and have already done.  I was curious if this is correct, or if Dell just a mistake and does not give me the key?

  Hi ekeown,

  I appreciate your efforts to set up the mSATA SSD. You will need to format the SSD drive by following the steps I provided in the following post:
  http://Dell.to/YHvNS8

  You will need to download and install the application of TSRI from our site to download drivers, change the SATA operation setting in the BIOS RAID and activate the acceleration.

  2 TB hard drive contains the recovery partition that accesses the recovery disk to restore the system to factory settings and therefore the option could be used without the drive.

  Product key of Windows 8 is stored in the BIOS of the motherboard and it should be read automatically by Windows Setup.

  Please let me know if you need more assistance.

• After reinstallings windows xp on dell XPS 420, he will not recognize modem and modem support moved disk

  I have a Dell XPS 420 I got help from this forum - reloaded Windows XP - reformatted successfully in car and now have Windows XP on the drive.  When I try to connect to the internet and set up this internet connection - will not recognize the modem.  When I put the disc inside modem will automatically the configuration menu of the computer.  I don't know what else to do.  I have AT & T internet service that worked perfectly before the reformat Windows XP works fine.

  Hello

  Refer to this link and check:

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_other-windows_update/XP-SP3-wont-recognize-internal-software-modem/06471daa-c761-4CE3-a8a6-ee01f5629852

  It will be useful.

• Impossible to detect all devices Bluetooth for DELL XPS M1530 but shown as works fine

  My Dell XPS M1530 laptop running Windows Vista Home Premium SP2 32-bit. 2 days ago the bluetooth module could not detect all BT devices at all. I had been using a Dell BT travel mouse for 2 years now n it cannot be detected. It is the same for all the other BT devices I turn on. The sign of BT device on the status bar indicates that BT works well, but my other BT devices cannot detect the laptop, mouse. I read something on the net about the Office 2007 updates causes this problem. I tried uninstalling the WIDCOMM software n put it back in place, but nothing seems to work. I'm running true n of Windows Office 2007. Pls help thanks!

  Hi Hellfire190,

  Make sure that Windows is configured to accept incoming Bluetooth connections.

  Step 1
  You can check the compatible devices Bluetooth configuration panel. Here's how:

  1. Click the Start button, select Control Panel, click hardware and sound, and then click Bluetooth devices.
  2. Click the Options tab, select the allow the devices to connect to this computer check box, and then click OK.

  If this step does not help, try the next step.

  Step 2

  Remove and then reinstall the device:

  1. click the Start button, select Control Panel, click hardware and soundand then click Bluetooth devices.

  2 Select the device that is not working, and then click Remove.

  3. click on Add, press the reset button on the unit (or make it discoverable following the manufacturer's instructions), check the box my device is set up and ready to be found and then click Next.

  4. If the device is not found, repeat the previous step. When the device is found, select it, and then click Next.

  5. follow the remaining instructions in the wizard.

  ·         Make sure that the device is on and that the batteries should be replaced.

  ·         Make sure that the Bluetooth adapter for your computer is attached and turned on, and that the device is in use and detectable. If you don't know how to turn on discoverability, read the instructions provided with the device or check the manufacturer's Web site.

  The problems with Bluetooth devices
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/troubleshoot-problems-with-Bluetooth-enabled-devices

  Bindu S - Microsoft Support

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• Clean the concert of dual core 2.4 Install windows 7 Dell XPS 430, drivers RAID DO RAID the relationship.

  Clean the concert of dual core 2.4 Install windows 7 Dell XPS 430, drivers RAID DO RAID the relationship. Two 1 TB drives, WD Black Cavier. 1. I wanted to know if I should format the OS drive first, before installation or installation? 2 should I let a slave to data disc (data is stored) or remove the installation? and 3 if I don't have a RAID relationship do I need to install RAID drivers with the installation with USB?

  Hello

  I suggest you to refer to this link and check if it helps:

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/Windows_7-windows_install/need-steps-to-configure-RAID-1-in-Windows-7-OS/3ec151ee-213C-4D04-a0f4-1d8c7eb6c1f3

  It will be useful.

• Backup impossible - Vista Ultimate, Dell XPS 420, WD 320 external (eSATA) drive - error 0 x 81000006 and 0 x 81000014

  Hello, I've had this problem for some time now, and it's very frustrating.  I can't save the disk correctly - there have been times that I've been able to do a full backup, but subsequent backups then failed, and other times, I can't yet do a full backup.

  I have a DELL XPS 420 PC, running Vista Ultimate.  I also have a 320 GB Western Digital external hard drive connected via eSATA.

  I had problems with backup from the beginning.  Previous suggestions have been to ensure that the drive is formatted in NTFS (it is) and to make sure that I am able to see the drive from the computer and access (I can).

  I got two different types of error messages:

  ================================
  Error message:

  The backup location cannot be found or is not valid. Check your backup settings and check your hardware configuration. (0 x 81000006)

  Backup time: 12-09-2009 01:05

  The backup location: My Book (z :))

  Error message:
  
  There is not enough space on your Windows drive to prepare for the backup of your files. At least 400 MB of free space is required to continue. (0 x 81000014)

  Backup time: 05/01/2010 18:38
  The backup location: My Book (z :))

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  What could be the problem? What I might try?  Please let me know if I can provide any other information that might help.

  THANKS IN ADVANCE!

  Hey, Ronna,.

  Sorry I didn't saw this post earlier - I hope you were able to solve your problem.

  Here's what I figured out around miner (on mine - after hours and hours of research):

  The message 'no space' was more a message "no memory" for me - I understand that if I have a large number of open programs, that is causing the error.

  The other mistake, I was getting, it was simply that the external HD had stopped spinning - now, whenever it says backup failed because he could not find the hard drive I press the power button on the back of the drive (I have a MyBook Western Digital external hard drive 320), run it, and then it works fine.

  I hope this helps someone else.

  CJ33414

• Keyboard output incorrect characters after the re-installation of Windows Vista on Dell XPS M1530

  Original title: some of the keys on the keyboard messed up after re-installation of Windows Vista on Dell XPS M1530

  Hey guys,.

  I have recently reinstalled windows because last year I picked up a few errors that I couldn't fix it easily and I wanted a clean slate.

  I have install all the drivers etc, but I noticed on my keyboard, if I try and make a "sign it comes up with a sign @ and vice versa." There are also others like that, so I guess that my keyboard readers need to update? Although I have no idea why they would need updating as they were before.

  Anyway, I went here: http://support.dell.com/support/downloads/driverslist.aspx?c=us&cs=19&l=en&s=dhs&ServiceTag=&SystemID=XPS_M1530&os=WLH&osl=en&catid=&impid= and I tried to find the driver I need, but could not find them.

  So, overall, my question is should I update the drivers? If so, how?

  And if not, how can I fix?

  Thank you. :)

  Hi cripple.

  Thank you for your message.

  Was is happening until you have reinstalled Windows?

  How do you reinstall Vista, what steps did you take?

  What is a wireless keyboard?

  If this is the case, check the batteries and make sure that the keyboard is very close to the receiver (a few inches) to see if the problem resolves.

  I suggest updating your anti-virus definitions and run a fun system scan.

  You can connect another keyboard to your computer to see if it might be the fault of the keyboard?

  Chris
  Microsoft Answers Support Engineer
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Dell XPS 15 9530 cell phone keyboard single and double quote questions

  Hello

  I recently bought a Dell XPS 15.

  I found when I use the keyboard when I press the "button, nothing not appears on the screen. If I press on the "key a second time and then" "appears on the screen."

  Or if I press on the "button, but keep typing the" appears after the following key.

  If I press on the "button then space bar, then the" appears, but it will not be a space on the screen and I have to press the space bar a second time.

  Is the same thing with the "button as well.

  I don't yet know the best way to search for this subject on Google or on the Dell Support.

  There is no problem with the key.

  I appreciate any help anyone has on this issue.

  Thank you

  Hi bamcauliffe,

  Sorry for the late reply. I suggest you to change to another configuration of keyboard UK and back to "US" and "United States-International" to check if the problem persists.

• Output HDMI not working not not for Dell XPS L502X does not work after upgrade to Windows 10

  Hi all

  Good so I have this laptop Dell XPS L502X that I bought in 2012. The laptop provided with Microsoft Windows 7 Home Edition.

  His output HDMI for my Sony LED used previously to work properly.

  But there are a few months that those offered by Microsoft, I upgraded my OS from Windows 7 Home edition to Windows Home Edition 10 laptop.  Since the upgrade, everything worked fine except I don't get HDMI output to my TV.

  I tried to search for solutions online but do not know what could be the problem? Can someone guide me in the right direction please?

  Thank you.

  I am happy to update this thread, the problem of my laptop screen is displayed using HDMI on my Sony TV, solved on its own with the last update for Windows 10 which includes the OS 1607 version build: 14393.187

  To all of you who always fights for the configuration of HDMI output for their laptop to the television after upgrade to Windows 10, I'm sure that the last Windows Update will solve the problem.

• Upgrade the hardware of Dell XPS (L521x) how to perform a clean reinstall of Windows 10 Pro

  Hello

  I searched on the internet with the question that I have before doing the upgrade and the re-installation of windows. But the messages and solutions are all scattered. I really want to clear this for me once and for all if possible.

  First of all, the material that I bought for this upgrade:

  1 Samsung 850 EVO mSATA SSD 120 GB (to replace the one 32 GB (factory default)

  2 western Digital Black 750Go Performance Mobile HDD (7200 RPM, 2.5 inches)

  3 Intel (r) Dual Band Wireless - AC 7260 (802.11ac, 2 x 2 Wi - Fi, Bluetooth)

  4. crucial Ballistix Sport SODIMM 16 GB (2x8GB) PC3-14900 CL10 at 1.35v 204 pin memory

  BTW, my Dell XPS 15 L521x has an intel core i7-3632QM and an nVIDIA GeForce GT 640 M. It also comes with 32 mSATA SSD as cache for the WDC 1 TB HARD drive.

  My goal:

  1 install/reinstall Windows 10 mSATA SSD 120 GB and free 500 MB give or take for system reserved partition.

  2. use the remaining space in the C: drive.

  3. use WD Black 2.5 inch 750 GB HHD for cold storage

  4. Remove and reinstall the wireless card Intel Dual Band for a better Wi - Fi compatiability for most routers dual band out there. (Factory default, well, is not great to say the least)

  5. Remove and then install the crucial RAM (compatiable with L521x) is to upgrade memory of my laptop (maybe a little future-proof;) (D).

  Before you start the upgrade, I know I have to do the following steps:

  1. update my BIOS/UEFI. (I did it)

  2 clear accelerated Intel Rapid Start Technology (IRST) GUI (my laptop keeps inviting that "your system does not have any intel repaid with start technology").

  3. change Intel Smart response Technology (ISRT) to AHCI in BIOS

  4 back up my files

  5. my 10 Pro Activation of emergency Windows (how exactly? The Win10 Pro is upgraded to Windows Pro 8.1 with OEM Dell)

  Now my question is what I do or what I've been missing so that what I will meet errors or problems if possible.

  Also, I have heard or seen something on the OEM of Windows version. If I change the hardware, disk files or recovering backup activation does not recognize my device. Is this true? If necessary, I can buy a new version of Win10 Pro retail. But, what I really need to do, and does it perform a not-so-complicated work around?

  Thank you very much

  Dean

  If you keep your motherboard you have no problem taking the other components such as SSDS.

  Your system is already a Pro 10 Windows device.

  Installing clean with 10 Windows installation media Pro TH2 your OEM Pro 8.1 Windows key will be automatically entered to the UEFI BIOS and Windows 10 Pro TH2 automatically reactivates when your systems online.

• (Redirected) Dell XPS 15 4 k display order cancelled by Dell?

  On 4 February, I ordered a Dell XPS 15 with 4K display, their configuration more expensive and had a Feb. 25 date.

  Every day, I check my status of order, to see if there is no change. and last night when I did I noticed that my order has been cancelled.  I didn't cancel it, so this morning, after an hour and a half on the phone I know that Dell cancelled my order because of the incorrect system configuration.

  When the representative the customer Dell told me this, I told myself; Hmmm, maybe it's a blessing in disguise and I will get a faster processor, or better video card... while I stayed on hold when you rep the new correct configuration set up all kinds of visions of faster systems has crossed my mind...

  Then the rep comes back and lists the new configuration...  Dell XPS 15 basis, CPU Intel, 16 GB RAM, SSD 512 GB, etc etc...  I watch my old configuration and there is NO CHANGE!

  I asked the Rep, Wow; Wait a second, you listed the same configuration I initially ordered... what gives?  The answer that gave me is that the old configuration had different components... I asked who is different and we cannot give an answer.

  In addition, the new delivery date is March 10.

  Wait, I can go to Dell.com; and the same configuration is publicly available with a shipping date of March 4.  Why is mine is longer?

  Because I want to really this notebook, I advanced and accepted the new order.  I hope that it does not get cancelled just before 10 March too...

  I was a proud owner of Dell XPS M1710 and then a MacBook and an ASUS laptop; and now I decided to go back to Dell and this is the treatment I receive...  I hope that it goes better, not worse...

  Anyone else have this same problem?

  Better to post this thread in the Customer Care Forum here:

  http://en.community.Dell.com/support-forums/customercare/f/4674.aspx

  Bev.

• 3 installation of monitors on Dell XPS 8700

  Hello

  I realize that he had already given a few questions and answers on this topic, but I'm still a little confused, because this kind of thing is not my strong point.  I would be very happy to help here.

  I just got a new Dell XPS 8700 with a videocard of NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 745 4 GB DDR3.  I'm going to need to have a 3 monitor configuration in the near future and I was wondering the best way to make this work.  The video card has 1 VGA - HDMI, DVI-D-1 and 1.  Separated from the video card, there is an another HDMI and a Displayport.

  I have not completely made my decision between 3-23 "or 2-23" with 1-27 "immediately.  (Will not be the fanciest monitors in the world). Exodus 3 - Dell S2340M or 2 of those and pick-up and Ultrasharp for fun.

  I'm not a gamer.  I'm a trader.  I can't manage any lag when updating. I'm not too concerned about the image is as clear as possible.

  Thank you much for the help.

  You can use as well the equipped with an Intel HD4600 video card and a video card discreet if Intel Multi display is enabled in the Bios. With the Intel option enabled multi-display, HDMI on Board will be the primary display and ports on the discrete card screen will become secondary display. Read this article before you proceed.

• Update for Dell XPS 8300

  Will be the 02 G-P4-2663-KR of EVGA Geforce GTX 660 FTW Signature 2 2 GB GDDR5 192 bits PCI-E 3.0 x 16 HDCP and the Cooler Master eXtreme Power Plus RS-550-PCAR-E3 550w ATX12V V2.3 power supply work in my computer Dell XPS 8300. I ordered end of March 2012 and he received mid April 2012.

  Hi FuzzyTrex,

  Dell XPS 8300 comes with Intel H67 Chipset and a PCI Express x 16 card reader for the expansion of video card options. Dell has tested XPS 8300 with the following video cards:

  • ATI Radeon HD 5450 5670 5770 5870 6670 6770 6870 6950
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450 GTX 460 GTX560Ti GT545 GT420

  However, Dell has not tested 660 GTX video card with XPS 8300, many users have reported he will be working and compatible with the system.

  EVGA GTX 660 requires a minimum of 450W power supply and has a maximum circulation of power of 140W. As you said that you would improve the power of 550W, the video card should work with this configuration.

  For installation/replacement of the video card, you can view XPS 8300 repair here.

  Note: Make sure that you follow the instructions in the manual before installing the video card.

  I hope this helps.

• Dell XPS 8500 needs new motherboard; All recoverable parts?

  Okay, it looks like my Dell XPS 8500 which is only 2.3 years needs a new motherboard.  I was quoted $350 to fix it (90 day warranty) by Dell.  I asked Dell how much it would cost to return the warranty once I fixed it and it is $ 200 per year.  Not sure I'll go along with this.  A local technician gave me his estimate and it's $250 parts and service which includes 90 day warranty.

  Rather than take the option repair, I think to recover the coins for my next computer purchase.  My XPS 8500 has 12 GB ddr3 sdram [1, 600 mhz (2 gb x 2) + (4 x 2 GB)] and a 2 TB hard drive and the hard disk of 1 TB (from 8000 of my XPS Studio who died after 2.5 years).  All other recoverable parts here?

  All models Dell that are compatible with the latter?  8000/8500 are no longer sold.  Dell sells XPS 8900 8900 SE using DDR4 Rams.  I don't know the compatibility of the hard drive.  Dell Outlet still sells XPS 8700 expandable up to 10 windows, which uses ddr3 chips and is is compatible with the hard disk probably.

  Should not be XPS.  Actually, I prefer not to buy another XPS because I had this terrible luck with them.  I think maybe like OptiPlex business models which can have options of compatible extension of hard drive and RAM.  Anyone direct me to the configurations of these models?  Thank you.

  Some confusion here. There is none of these models as Studio XPS 8500. Amazon is the inscription incorrectly. There's a XPS 8500.
  The 8500 XPS and Vostro 470 use same motherboards =.
  XT4TM = card mother NW73C, DPK for Windows 7
  TXKR9 = card mother NW73C, DPK for Windows 8 home
  CTJCD = card mother NW73C, DPK for Windows 8 Pro