Frequently Asked Questions - Dell Precision 450 Guide De Configuration Et De Référence Rapide

How Do I...
Set up my computer to use two
monitors?
Connect my monitor when the
monitor cable connector doesn't
seem to fit the connector on the
back of my computer?
Connect my speakers?
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Setup and Quick Re ference Guide
If a computer problem occurs that you are unable to resolve through the
steps in this section or the procedures in "Finding Solutions" in your User's
Guide, complete the following steps before you contact Dell:
Write a detailed description of the error, beep code, or diagnostic light
1
problem.
Record your Express Service Code and Service Tag.
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Contact Dell from the same location as your computer.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Solution
If your computer has the required
graphics card to support dual-
monitor setup, then look in your
box for a Y-cable. The cable has a
single connector on one end (plug
this connector into the back panel)
and branches into two connectors
(plug these connectors in the
monitor cables). For the Dell
Precision 650 computer, see
"Connect the monitor" on page 11
and for the Dell Precision 450
computer, see "Connect the
monitor" on page 20.
If your graphics card has a DVI
connector but your monitor has a
VGA connector, then you need to
use an adapter. An adapter should
be included in the box.
If you have a sound card installed,
connect the speakers to the
connectors on the card. For the
Dell Precision 650 computer, see
"Connect the speakers" on page 14
and for the Dell Precision 450
computer, see "Connect the
speakers" on page 23.
Where to Find Additional
Information
To locate additional information
about using dual monitors, see the
graphics card documentation on
the Drivers and Utilities CD.
Contact Dell Support for more
information.
See the documentation that came
with your speakers for more
information.