Dell STUDIO XPS 16 - OBSIDIAN - NOTEBOOK User manual

SETUP GUIDE

SETUP GUIDE
Model PP35L

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Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop . . . . . . .5
Before Setting Up Your Studio XPS . . . . . . . .5
Connecting the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting the Network Cable
(Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Turning on Your Studio XPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Using the Wireless Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Windows Vista®Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . 8
Setting up the TV Tuner (Optional)
(Availability Varies by Regions) . . . . . . . . . . 10
Setting Up the 5.1 Audio Connections . . . . 11
Using Your Studio XPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Device Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Right Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Left Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Media, Wireless, and Power Controls . . . . . 21
Computer Base and Keyboard
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 31
Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Hardware Troubleshooter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Contents

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Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .39
Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 42
Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Technical Support and Customer
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
DellConnect™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
AutoTech Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Returning Items for Repair Under
Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Finding More Information and
Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Basic Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop
This section provides information to help you
set up your Studio XPS™ 1640 and connect
peripherals.
Before Setting Up Your Studio XPS
When positioning your Studio XPS, ensure
that you have easy access to a power source,
adequate ventilation, and a level surface to
place your Studio XPS.
Restricting airflow around your Studio XPS may
cause it to overheat. To prevent overheating
ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 in) at
the back of the Studio XPS and a minimum of
5.1 cm (2 in) on all other sides. You should never
put your Studio XPS in an enclosed space,
such as a cabinet, carrying case, or drawer
when it is turned 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 Studio XPS may result in
permanent damage to the Studio XPS.

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Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop
Connecting the AC Adapter
Connect the AC adapter to the Studio XPS and
then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector.
CAUTION: The AC adapter works with
worldwide electrical outlets. However,
power connectors and power strips vary
among countries. Using an incompatible
cable or incorrectly connecting the cable to
a power strip or electrical outlet may cause
fire or equipment damage.
Connecting the Network Cable
(Optional)
If you plan to use a wired network connection,
plug in the network cable.
Turning on Your Studio XPS

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Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop
To turn on your Studio XPS, lightly press the
power button on the center control cover
and then release.
Using the Wireless Button
To turn on wireless, with the computer turned
on, lightly touch the wireless symbol on the
center control cover and then release.
This button allows you to quickly turn all of your
wireless radios (Bluetooth®, WiFi, and WWAN)
off, such as when you are asked to disable all
wireless radios on an airplane flight. Pressing
this button one time turns all of your radios off.
Pressing it again returns your wireless radios to
their respective states they were in before you
pressed the button the first time.
Windows Vista®Setup
Your Studio XPS 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 Studio XPS unusable.

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Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop
Connecting to the Internet
(Optional)
NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers)
and ISP offerings vary by country.
To connect to the Internet, you need a network
connection or an external modem and an
Internet service provider (ISP).
NOTE: If an external USB modem is not
a part of your original order, you can
purchase one from the Dell website at
dell.com.
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 9.
Setting Up a Wireless Connection
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Internet service1.
cable or DSL modem2.
wireless router3.
portable computer with wireless4.
network card
See the documentation for your Studio XPS or
router for more information about how to set up
and use your wireless network.