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System Setup
Dell™ XPS™ 700 Service Manual
Overview
Use system setup:
To change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer
To set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password
To read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed
Before you use system setup, it is recommended that you write down the system setup screen information for future
reference.
NOTICE:
Do not change the settings in system setup unless you are an expert computer user. Certain changes can
cause your computer to work incorrectly.
Entering System Setup
1. Turn on (or restart) your computer.
2. When the DELL logo appears, press
NOTE:
Keyboard failure may result when a key on the keyboard is held down for extended periods of time. To
avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release
If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows®
desktop, then shut down your computer and try again.
System Setup Screens
The system setup screen displays current or changeable configuration information for your computer. Information on the
screen is divided into three areas: the options list, the active options field, and key functions.
Options Field — This field appears on the right side of the
system setup window and contains information about each
option listed in the Options List. In this field you can view
information about your computer and make changes to your
current settings.
Press the left- and right-arrow keys to highlight an option.