Studio Setup Guide

studio SETUP GUIDE

studio SETUP GUIDE

Model PP33L

Notes. Notices. and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.

NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable.

Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

P/N F955H

Rev. A00

Contents

Setting Up Your Studio Laptop .....5
Before Setting Up Your Computer .....5
Connect the AC Adapter .....6
Check the Wireless Switch .....7
Connect the Network Cable (optional) .....8
Press the Power Button .....9
Windows Vista® Setup .....10
Connect to the Internet (Optional) .....10
Using Your Studio Laptop .....14
Device Status Lights .....14
Right Side Features .....16
Left Side Features .....18
Computer Base and Keyboard Features .....22
Media Controls .....26

Display Features .....27
Removing and Replacing the Battery .....28
Using the Optical Disc Drive .....29
Software Features .....30
Solving Problems .....32
Network Problems .....32
Power Problems .....33
Memory Problems .....34
Lockups and Software Problems .....35
Using Support Tools .....37
Dell Support Center .....37
System Messages .....37
Hardware Troubleshooter .....39
Dell Diagnostics .....39

Restoring Your Operating System .....42
System Restore .....42
Dell Factory Image Restore .....43
Operating System Reinstallation .....45
Getting Help .....47
Technical Support and Customer Service .....48
DellConnect™ .....48
Online Services .....48
AutoTech Service .....49
Product Information .....50
Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit .....50
Before You Call .....51
Contacting Dell .....52
Finding More Information and Resources .....54
Basic Specifications .....56

Appendix.....67
Macrovision Product Notice.....67
Index .....68

Setting Up Your Studio Laptop

This section provides information about setting up your Studio 1536/1537 laptop and connecting peripherals.

Before Setting Up Your Computer

When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to place your computer.

Restricting airflow around your Studio laptop may cause it to overheat. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 in) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 in) on all other sides. You should never put your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on.

CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.

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NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may result in permanent damage to the computer.

Setting Up Your Studio Laptop

Connect the AC Adapter

Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector.

CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.

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Check the Wireless Switch

If you plan to use wireless connections, make sure the wireless switch is in the "On" position.

Using The Wireless Switch

To turn on the wireless switch, slide it from the rear to the front of the computer until it clicks into place.