NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered.
Connect the keyboard and mouse to the USB ports on the computer. If you have a wireless keyboard and mouse, see the documentation that shipped with the wireless keyboard and mouse for instructions.
Connect to your network using an Ethernet cable. Alternatively, connect to an available wireless network when setting up the operating system.
Connect the display. For more information about setting up the display, see the documentation that is shipped with your display.
NOTE: There are different connection points for your display depending on whether your computer has a discrete graphics card installed.
Connect the display cable to this DisplayPort connector if your computer does not have a discrete graphics card installed.
Connect the display cable to any of these connectors if your computer has a discrete graphics card installed.
Connect the power cable to the computer and then connect it to the wall outlet.
CAUTION: If you are using a 1000 W Power-Supply Unit (PSU), connect the power cable to a Power Distribution Unit (PDU) 16 A, and then connect the PDU to the wall outlet.
Press the power button at the front of the computer to turn it on. If required, press the power button on the display to turn it on.
NOTE: For instructions on how to connect speakers, a printer and other accessories, see
Me and My Dell at
www.dell.com/manuals.
Finish Windows setup.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. When setting up, Dell recommends that you:
Connect to a network for Windows updates.
NOTE: If connecting to a secured wireless network, enter the password for the wireless network access when prompted.
If connected to the Internet, sign in with or create a Microsoft account. If not connected to the Internet, create an offline account.
On the
Support and Protection screen, enter your contact details.
Locate and use Dell apps from the Windows Start menu—Recommended.
Table 1. Locate Dell appsProvides the list of Dell apps onXPS 8950.
Resources
Description
My Dell
Centralized location for key Dell applications, help articles, and other important information about your computer. It also notifies you about the warranty status, recommended accessories, and software updates if available.
SupportAssist
SupportAssist proactively and predictively identifies hardware and software issues on your computer and automates the engagement process with Dell Technical support. It addresses performance and stabilization issues, prevents security threats, monitors, and detects hardware failures. For more information, see
SupportAssist for Home PCs User's Guide at
www.dell.com/serviceabilitytools. Click
SupportAssist and then, click
SupportAssist for Home PCs.
NOTE: In SupportAssist, click the warranty expiry date to renew or upgrade your warranty.
Dell Update
Updates your computer with critical fixes and latest device drivers as they become available. For more information on using Dell Update, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at
www.dell.com/support.
Dell Digital Delivery
Download software applications, which are purchased but not preinstalled on your computer. For more information on using Dell Digital Delivery, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at
www.dell.com/support.
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