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Dell Studio Xps

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    Dell XPS - Windows upgrade help

    I was wondering if it would be possible to upgrade my Dell XPS to Windows 7 or Windows 10 (Preferably windows 10) System Model: MXG061 CPU: CPU: Intel Core(TM)2 CPU T7200 @ 2.00GHZ (2 CPUs) Memory: 2046MB RAM This is an old laptop and with the current specs I am assuming that I will not be...
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    Dell new battery stuck at 0% charging

    I just bought a new battery for my Dell XPS 15 (L501x model from 2010). The battery is recognized and it says it is plugged in and charging, but it never goes beyond 0% charge. Tried 2 different ac adapters, same thing. Old battery charges just fine (but it doesn't hold the charge anymore...
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    DELL XPS battery runs out instantly under loads

    Hello, I'm a Dell XPS 15 9550 user since last year. I've been having this battery problem for at least 6-8 months, it doesn't seem to get worse, it's just there, so I kinda skipped solving it for all this time. When i'm using it on battery power, even when it's 100% charged, and I decide to use...
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    Which soundcard should I buy?

    Hi, I have a new Dell XPS 8920 SE desktop w/Win10Pro. I ordered my desktop through Dell & am not happy with the onboard soundcard/interface. It shipped with an integrated Realtek soundcard & Waves Maxx audio Pro software (Dell didn't offer me a choice). I have Harmon Kardan HK695 2.1 speakers...
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    Dell XPS 9560 Suddenly Laggy

    Hello friends, I bought my Dell XPS 9560 about a year ago. Recently I've encountered very frustrating lag all around on the device. All applications lag, internet browsers, games, spotify, etc. All seem to be slow to react to input. Scrolling goes from smooth to choppy, as does typing, and...
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    dell xps 9560

    I want a powerful with great looks and build quality so which is better among this two options dell xps 9560 or Asus Zephyrus. Main priority should be given to build quality and looks.
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    Solved! High pitched ping noise from laptop

    My Dell XPS 15 l501x started making a very high pitched ping noise (similar to the teen buzz) all of a sudden... Any reason why it's happening ?
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    eGPUs and general GPU questions

    First, please excuse me for my lack of knowledge, I am just starting to get the hang of computer hardware after buying a new laptop. I just bought a Dell XPS 15 and it states it has a Nvidia GTX 1050 and also Intel HD Graphics 630. From my limited understanding, they are both graphics cards, so...
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    DELL XPS 9560 GTX 1050 4GB - Low FPS - Horrible Performance

    Ok to start off I'm new to this so sorry if I posted this wrong. I have a new Dell XPS 15 9560 4k 16GB 512SSD with the 1050 4gb card - Windows 10. Right off the bat I had problems with the graphics card giving very low FPS and performance in benchmarks. To make sure It was not bloatware or a...
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    Help with Music Management for Desktop

    hey there,I have a dell xps 8700 i7 4770 3.48ghz w/32g ram win 8.1;my problem is the tower came loaded with Realtek music mangement(Maxxsense)It's disappeared a couple of times in the past yrs(like now)and I always have to call Dell to re-install.Is there a better software program that will do...
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    Dell XPS 9560 performance issues

    A few months ago I purchased the Dell XPS 15 9560. I have used it on a daily basis since, but I noticed performance issues. The SSD and RAM works fine, but benchmarks for the CPU and GPU are very low. I have gone through extensive testing, but can not seem to find the problem. Dell's own...
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    XPS 15 vs Aero 15

    I'm looking for a new ultrabook, right now landed on choosing between: Dell XPS 15 - i5 7300hq, 8gb ram, 256gb pcie ssd, gtx 1050, 4k screen: $1500 CAD Gigabyte Aero 15 - i7 7700hq, 16gb ram, 512gb sata ssd, gtx 1060, 1080p screen: $2000 CAD I'd like to be able to at least play most games I...
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    I think a virus might be stopping me running/installing antivirus programs

    Hi! As the title says, my Dell XPS recently ran into some issues. I was unable to run any .exe files and following previous threads installed some programs such as rkill, adwcleaner, TDSSkiller, combofix etc. I also ran sfc /scannow in cmd in safe mode and it was unable to fix a few issues. I'm...
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    Blue screen errors

    I have dell XPS 15 9560 and have been getting blue screen errors. Have attached the error messages . It shows the problem a problem with ntoskrnl.sys and I have also performed a clean install but still getting errors . Please help
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    Dell Xps l702x wireless speed problems after factory reset

    Hi!I have kind of the same problem...i just did a factory reset and now the speed is terrible..im not kinda of good with these?
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    Gaming: 2 in 1 vs Traditional Laptop?

    If you want specifics, Surface book vs Dell Xps 15 (Macbook pro 13 no touch bar base model as well)
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    Dell studio xps 1640.

    I replace the screen with a brand new one. It was working fine. When I reinstall windows 7 after completing the installation it all suddenly turned black. I put an external monitor to the VGA port and it works but sudden it goes black but you can still move the cursor? What could be wrong?
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    Can I upgrade my Dell xps 420 dual core to a intel i3, or i5?

    Have a Dell xps 420 that I use for mostly gaming and have changed the video card and the power supply from the 375 to a 500. Now I would like to see if it's possible to use my older PC to make it faster to play higher end games by changing the cpu. I'm a beginner in this vain and like to tinker...
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    Im looking for a fairly decent laptop, and have deducted it to the Macbook Pro 13 inch 2016 (No touch Bar) and the dell xps 15

    MacBook Pro 2016 (no touch bar) vs Dell Xps 15 9560?
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    Blue screen errors

    I have recently purchased a dell XPS 15 9560 and I have been face blue screen errors since. I have tried clean install 2 times with no luck . Dell support assist shows ntoskrnl.sys root of the problem majorly . Thanks in advance .