XPS 8960 Setup and Specifications

Set up your computer

1. 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.

   

2. Connect to your network using an Ethernet cable. Alternatively, connect to an available wireless network when setting up the operating system.

   

3. If the computer is shipped with an external puck antenna, connect the antenna during setup and connect to an available wireless network when setting up the operating system.
   NOTE:The external antenna kit is available for computers with DDR5, 5600 MT/s memory types.

   
4. Connect the display. For more information about setting up the display, see the documentation that is shipped with your display.
   

   NOTE:If your computer has a discrete graphics configuration, both the integrated and discrete DisplayPort outputs are supported. For optimal video performance, connect the display to the discrete graphics DisplayPort output.

   NOTE:If you only have an HDMI cable available, use an HDMI to DisplayPort adapter to connect the display to the DisplayPort.
5. Connect the power cable to the computer and then connect it to the wall outlet.
   CAUTION:If your computer is configured with a 1000 W Power Supply-Unit (PSU), Dell Technologies recommends that you connect the power cable from the PSU to a 16 A Power Distribution Unit (PDU) before connecting the PDU to a power outlet.

   

6. 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.

   

7. Finish Windows setup.
   Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. When setting up, Dell Technologies 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.

8. Locate and use Dell apps from the Windows Start menu—Recommended.

   Table 1. Locate Dell apps in WindowsProvides the list of Dell apps on Dell computer running Windows.

   Resources	Description
   	My Dell MyDell is a software application that offers you a single streamlined engagement platform including account access, device information, and hardware settings. This software delivers intelligent features that automatically fine-tune your computer for the best possible audio, power, and performance. Get the most out of your Dell device with intelligent, personalized technology from MyDell. Following are the key features of MyDell: Application Audio Power Color and Display Presence detection For more information about how to use MyDell, see product guides at the Dell Support Site.
   	Dell Update Updates your computer with critical fixes and latest device drivers as they become available. For more information about using Dell Update, see the product guides and third-party license documents at the Dell Support Site.
   	Dell Digital Delivery Download software applications, which are purchased but not preinstalled on your computer. For more information about using Dell Digital Delivery, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at the Dell Support Site.
   	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 SupportAssist for Home PCs. NOTE:In SupportAssist, click the warranty expiry date to renew or upgrade your warranty.