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