Dell PP17S User manual

SETUP GUIDE

Model PP17S

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.

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PP17S

May 2008 P/N P464C Rev. A00

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop . . . . . . .5
Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 5
Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Check the Wireless Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connect the Network Cable (optional) . . . . . 6
Windows Vista®Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . . 7
Using Your Dell™Laptop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Device Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Right Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Left Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Display Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Media, Wireless and Power Controls . . . . . 17
Computer Base and Keyboard Features . . . 18
Removing and Replacing the Battery . . . . . 20
Using the Optical Disc Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 27
Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Hardware Troubleshooter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 37
Contents

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Technical Support and Customer Service. . 40

DellConnect™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

AutoTech Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty

or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Finding More Information and Resources 45

Basic Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Macrovision Product Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop

This section provides information about setting

up your Studio XPS 1340 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 XPS

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.

NOTICE: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp

objects on the computer may result in

permanent damage to the computer.

Connect 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.

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop

Check the Wireless Button

If you plan to use wireless connections, make

sure the wireless button is turned on.

Using The Wireless Button

To turn on wireless, with the system turned on,

lightly touch the wireless symbol on the

center control cover and then release.

Connect the Network Cable

(optional)

If you plan to use a wired network connection,

plug in the network cable.

Press the Power Button

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop

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 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 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 jack

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.

Setting Up a Wireless Connection

Before you can use your wireless Internet

connection, you need to connect to your

wireless router.

Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop

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.

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.

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.

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