Dell Studio Series PP33L User manual

SETUP GUIDE

SETUP GUIDE
Model PP33L

Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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July 2008 P/N F955H Rev. A00

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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
Contents

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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

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

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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.
- Off - On

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Connect the Network Cable
(optional)
If you plan to use a wired network connection,
plug in the network cable.

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Press the Power Button

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Windows Vista®Setup
Your Dell computer is preconfigured with
Windows Vista. To set up Windows Vista for
the first time, follow the instructions on the
screen. These steps are mandatory and may
take up to 15 minutes to complete. The screens
will take you through several procedures
including accepting license agreements,
setting preferences and setting up an Internet
connection.
NOTICE: Do not interrupt the operating
system’s setup process. Doing so may
render your computer unusable.
Connect to the Internet (Optional)
NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers)
and ISP offerings vary by country.
To connect to the Internet, you need an external
modem or network connection and an Internet
service provider (ISP).
NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN
adapter is not a part of your original
order, you can purchase one from the Dell
website at www.dell.com.

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Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection
If you are using a dial-up connection, connect
the telephone line to the external USB modem
(optional) and to the telephone wall connector
before you set up your Internet connection. If
you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem
connection, contact your ISP or cellular
telephone service for setup instructions and
see “Setting Up Your Internet Connection”
on page 12.
Setting Up a Wireless Connection
Before you can use your wireless Internet
connection, you need to connect to your
wireless router. To set up your connection to
a wireless router:
Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Click2. Start →Connect To.
Follow the instructions on the screen to3.
complete the setup.

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Setting Up Your Internet Connection
To set up an Internet connection with a provided
ISP desktop shortcut:
Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft2. ®
Windows®desktop.
Follow the instructions on the screen to3.
complete the setup.
If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop
or if you want to set up an Internet connection
with a different ISP, perform the steps in the
following section.
NOTE: If you cannot connect to the Internet
but have successfully connected in the
past, the ISP might have a service outage.
Contact your ISP to check the service
status, or try connecting again later.
NOTE: Have your ISP information ready.
If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to
the Internet wizard can help you get one.
Save and close any open files, and exit any1.
open programs.
Click2. Start →Control Panel.
Under3. Network and Internet, click Connect
to the Internet.
The Connect to the Internet window appears.

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Click either4. Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up,
depending on how you want to connect:
Choosea. Broadband if you will use a
DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem,
or Bluetooth®wireless technology
connection.
Choseb. Dial-up if you will use an optional
USB dial-up modem or ISDN.
NOTE: If you do not know which type of
connection to select, click Help me choose
or contact your ISP.
Follow the instructions on the screen and5.
use the setup information provided by your
ISP to complete the setup.

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Your Studio 1536/1537 has indicators, buttons,
and features that provide information
at-a-glance and time-saving shortcuts for
common tasks.
Device Status Lights
The device status lights located on top of the
keyboard provide information for wireless
communication.
1 2 3
1WiFi status light – Turns on when
wireless networking is enabled.
Use the wireless switch located at the
front, right side of the computer to quickly
turn all wireless communication On
and Off.
Using the Wireless Switch
To turn on the wireless switch, slide it
away from the front of the computer until it
clicks into place.
- Off - On
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2Bluetooth®status light
(optional) – Turns on when a card with
Bluetooth wireless technology is enabled.
NOTE: The card with Bluetooth
wireless technology is an optional
feature.
To turn off Bluetooth wireless, right-click
the bluetooth icon in the notification
area of your desktop, and click Disable
Bluetooth Radio or use the wireless
switch.
3Hard drive activity light – Turns on
when the computer reads or writes data.
A flashing light indicates hard drive
activity.
NOTE: To avoid loss of data, never
turn off the computer while the hard
drive activity light is flashing.

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Right Side Features
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1IEEE 1394 connector – Connects to
a high-speed serial multimedia devices,
such as digital video cameras.
2USB 2.0 connectors (2) – Connects to
a USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard,
printer, external drive, or MP3 player.
3Optical Disc Drive – Plays or burns only
standard-size and shape (12 cm) CDs, and
DVDs. Ensure that the side with print or
writing is facing upward when inserting
discs. For more information on using the
optical disk drive, see “Using the Optical
Disk Drive” on page 29.
4AC adapter connector – Connects to
the AC adapter to power on the computer
and charge the battery when the computer
is not in use.
5Battery status light – Indicates the
battery charging state:
Off – fully charged or the computer is•
turned off.
Solid white – charging.•
Solid amber – charge is low.•
Blinking amber – charge is critically•
low and you should either plug in the
AC adapter or save and close your open
documents and applications.
6Power button and light – Turns the
power on or off when pressed. The light in
the button indicates the power state:
Blinking white – in sleep state.•
Solid white – in power-on state.•
Blinking amber – there may be•
a problem with the system board.
Solid amber – the system board cannot•
start initialization. There may be an
issue with either the system board or
power supply.

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Left Side Features
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