Dell 633ANH User Manual

SETUP GUIDE

Model PP39L

SETUP GUIDE

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your

computer.

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WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable.

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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop . . . . . . . . . . .5

Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . 5

Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 7

Press the Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Set Up Microsoft Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Install the SIM (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional). . . . . 12

Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . 14

Using Your Studio Laptop . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Right Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Left Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Computer Base and Keyboard Features . . . 24

Touch Pad Gestures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Media Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Display Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Removing and Replacing the Battery . . . . . 32

Using the Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Dell Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Free Fall Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Touch Screen Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 48

Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Hardware Troubleshooter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .57

System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 60

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Technical Support and Customer

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

DellConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Automated Order-Status Service. . . . . . . . . 65

Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty

or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Finding More Information and

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Macrovision Product Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

Setting Up Your Studio Laptop

This section provides information about setting up your Studio 1557/1558 laptop.

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 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) 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.

WARNING: 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.

CAUTION: 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 a wall outlet or surge protector.

WARNING: 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 permanent damage to your computer.

NOTE: Connect the power cord to the adapter firmly and ensure that the light on the adapter is

on when you turn on power.

Connect the Network Cable (Optional)

To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.

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Press the Power Button

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Set Up Microsoft Windows

Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Microsoft® Windows® operating system. To set up Windows for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take some time to complete. The Windows setup screens will take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection.

CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system’s setup process. Doing so may render your computer unusable and you will need to reinstall the operating system.

NOTE: It is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

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Install the SIM (Optional)

NOTE: Installing a SIM is not required if you are using an EVDO card to access the Internet.

Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer allows you to connect to the Internet. To access the Internet you must be within the network of your cellular service provider.

To install the SIM:

Turn off your computer.1.

Remove the battery (see “Removing and Replacing the Battery” on page XX).2.

In the battery bay, slide the SIM into the SIM card slot.3.

Replace the battery (see “Removing and Replacing the Battery” on page XX).4.

Turn on your computer.5.

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battery bay

SIM card slot

SIM card

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Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)

Press the key or press the <Fn><F2> keys on the keyboard to enable or disable wireless. The wireless on or off icons appear on the screen to indicate the status.

Wireless on:

Wireless off:

For information on changing the behavior of the Fn key, see “Media Controls” on page XX.

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Connect to the Internet (Optional)

To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP).

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.

Setting Up a Wired 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.

Setting Up a Wireless Connection

NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see

the documentation that shipped with your router.

Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wireless router.

Windows Vista

Ensure that wireless is enabled on your 1. computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” on page XX).

Save and close any open files, and exit any 2. open programs.

Click 3. Start → Connect To.

Follow the instructions on the screen to 4. complete the setup.

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Windows® 7

Ensure that wireless is enabled on your 1. computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” on page XX).

Save and close any open files, and exit any 2. open programs.

Click 3. Start → Control Panel→ Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to a network.

Follow the instructions on the screen to 4. complete the setup.

Setting Up Your Internet Connection

ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country.

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.

Have your ISP information ready. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one.

Setting Up Your Studio Laptop

Windows Vista

NOTE: The following instructions are

applicable to the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view.

Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs.

Click 2. Start → Control Panel.

Click 3. Network and Internet→ Network and

Sharing Center→ Set up a connection→ Connect to the Internet. The Connect to the Internet window appears.

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 and 4. use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.

Windows® 7

Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs.

Click 2. Start → Control Panel→ Network

and Sharing Center→ Set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. The Connect to the Internet window appears.

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 and 3. use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.

Using Your Studio Laptop

Your Studio 1557/1558 laptop has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks. The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices.

Right Side Features

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ExpressCard slot – Provides support for additional memory, wired and wireless

communications, multimedia, and security features. The slot supports 34 mm ExpressCards.

NOTE: The ExpressCard slot is designed only for ExpressCards. It does NOT support PC cards.

NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the ExpressCard slot. Blanks

protect unused slots from dust and other particles. Save the blank for use when no ExpressCard is installed in the slot; blanks from other computers may not fit your computer.

share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the following digital memory cards:

Secure Digital (SD) memory card•

Secure Digital Input/Output (SDIO) card•

Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)•

Secure Digital High Density (SDHD)•

NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the media card slot. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles. Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the slot; blanks from other computers may not fit your computer.

Optical drive – Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). Ensure that the side

with print or writing is facing upward when inserting discs.

8-in-1 Media Card Reader – Provides a fast and convenient way to view and

Memory Stick•

Memory Stick PRO•

MultiMedia Card (MMC)•

xD-Picture Card • (type - M and type - H)

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USB 2.0 connector — Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer,

external drive, or MP3 player.

AC adapter connector — Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge

the battery.

Battery status light — Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate the battery charge status.

The light indicates the following states when the computer is powered by

the AC adapter

Solid white – the battery is charging.•

Blinking amber – the battery is almost fully charged.•

Off – the battery is fully charged.•

the battery

Off – the battery is adequately charged or the computer is turned off.•

Solid amber – the battery charge is low.•

Blinking amber – the battery charge is critically low.•

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Power button and light — Turns the computer on or off when pressed.

The light in the button indicates the following power states:

Solid white • – The computer is on.

Blinking white • – The computer is in standby mode.

Off • – The computer is off or in hibernate state.

Left Side Features

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Security cable slot — Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to the computer.

NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on

your computer.

HDMI connector — Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals.

NOTE: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read.

VGA connector — Connects to video devices, such as a monitor or a projector.

Network connector — Connects your computer to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. The two lights next to the connector indicate status for wired network connection.

USB 2.0 connectors (2) — Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player.

IEEE 1394a connector — Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras.

Audio in/Microphone connector — Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs.

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Audio out/Headphone connectors (2) — Connects one or two pairs of headphones, or sends audio to a powered speaker or sound system. The audio signal is the same for both connectors.

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Computer Base and Keyboard Features

Using Your Studio Laptop

Keyboard/Backlit Keyboard (optional) — If you have purchased the optional backlit keyboard,

the F6 key has the backlit keyboard icon on it. The optional backlit keyboard provides visibility in dark environments by illuminating all symbols on the keys.

The media controls are also located on the keyboard. These keys control CD, DVD, Blu-ray Disc™ (optional), and media playback.

Backlit keyboard brightness settings – Press the <F6> key to toggle the three lighting states (in the given order):

half keyboard brightnessa.

full keyboard brightnessb.

no lightingc.

For more information about the keyboard, see the

Touch pad buttons — Provide left-click and right-click functions like those on a mouse.

Touch pad — Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected

items, and right-click or left-click by tapping the surface.

The touch pad supports the Scroll and Zoom features. To change the settings, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in the notification area of your desktop.

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