Dell 1737 - Studio - Laptop User manual

SETUP GUIDE

SETUP GUIDE
Model PP31L

Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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January 2009 P/N F174H Rev. A01

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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop . . . . . . . . . . .5
Before Setting Up Your Studio Laptop . . . . . 5
Connecting the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting the Network Cable
(optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Turning on Your Studio Laptop . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Using the Wireless Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Windows Vista®Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . 10
Using Your Studio Laptop . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Right Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Left Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Computer Base and Keyboard
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Display Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Media Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Removing and Replacing the Battery . . . . . 28
Using the Optical Disc Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 36
Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Hardware Troubleshooter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Contents

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Contents
Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .43
System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 46
Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Technical Support and Customer
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
DellConnect™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
AutoTech Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Returning Items for Repair Under
Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Finding More Information and
Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Basic Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67
Macrovision Product Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop
This section provides information about setting
up your Studio 1737 laptop and connecting
peripherals.
Before Setting Up Your Studio Laptop
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
computer 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.
NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp
objects on the computer may result in
permanent damage to the computer.

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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop
Connecting the AC Adapter
Connect the AC adapter to the computer and
then plug it into a wall 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.
NOTICE: When you disconnect the
AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp
the connector, not the cable itself, and pull
firmly, but gently to help prevent damage to
the cable.
NOTE: Connect the power cord to the
adapter firmly and ensure that the light on
the adapter is on when you turn on power.

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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop
Connecting the Network Cable
(optional)
To use a wired network connection, plug in the
network cable.

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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop
Turning on Your Studio Laptop