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OptiPlex Tower Plus 7020 Owner's Manual

Set up your OptiPlex Tower Plus 7020

Steps

  1. Connect the keyboard and mouse.
    Figure 1. Connect the keyboard and the mouse
    Connecting the keyboard and the mouse
  2. Connect to your network using a cable, or connect to a wireless network.
    Figure 2. Connect to your network using a cable, or connect to a wireless network
    Connecting the network cable
  3. Connect the display.
    Figure 3. Connect the display
    Connecting the display
  4. Connect the power cable.
    Figure 4. Connect the power cable
    Connecting the power cable
  5. Press the power button.
    Figure 5. Press the power button
    Pressing the power button
  6. Finish the operating system setup.
    For Ubuntu:

    Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. For more information about installing and configuring Ubuntu, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at Dell Support Site.

    For Windows:
    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.

  7. Locate and use Dell apps from the Windows Start menu—Recommended.
    Table 1. Locate Dell appsProvides the list of Dell apps on OptiPlex Tower Plus 7020.
    Resources Description
    Image of Support Assist

    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.
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    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 Dell Support Site.

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    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 Dell Support Site.


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