Dell Studio 540, dddwmb4_4, Studio 540n Setup Manual

SETUP GUIDE

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SETUP GUIDE

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Setting Up Your Studio 540 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

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

Connect the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Connect the Keyboard and Mouse. . . . . . . . . 8

Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 9

Connect the Power Cables for Your

Display and Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Press the Power Buttons on Your

Computer and Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Windows Vista Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . 11

Using Your Studio 540 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Front View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Back View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Back Panel Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 26

Using Support Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Hardware Troubleshooter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 36

Contents

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Technical Support and Customer

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

DellConnect™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Returning Items for Repair Under

Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Finding More Information and

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Macrovision Product Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Setting Up Your Studio 540

This section provides information about setting up your Studio 540 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 540 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 place your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet or drawer when it is powered on.

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Connect the Display

Your computer uses one of two different connectors for connecting the display. The HDMI connector is a high‑performance digital connector that carries both video and audio signals for displays such as TVs and monitors with integrated speakers. The VGA connector carries only video signals for displays such as monitors and projectors.

NOTE: A DVI connector may be available on your computer if you purchased an optional discreet graphics card.

‑OR‑

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Connect the Video Cable to the Display

Check your TV or monitor to see which type of connectors are available. Refer to the following table when identifying the connectors on your display to select the connection type you will use.

HDMI

VGA

DVI

You can connect to the display using the following connectors available on your computer: the VGA connector, the HDMI connector, or the DVI connector (optional).

Connect Using the VGA Connector

Connect the display using a VGA cable (which usually has blue connectors at both ends).

If your computer has a DVI connector, use the VGA cable (with blue connectors at both ends) with a DVI‑to‑VGA adapter (white connector).

NOTE: You can purchase a DVI‑to‑VGA adapter from the Dell website at dell.com.

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Connect Using the HDMI Connector

Connect the display using an HDMI cable.

Connect Using the DVI Connector (Optional)

Connect the display using a DVI cable.

NOTE: You can purchase additional HDMI and DVI cables from the Dell website at

dell.com.

Connect the Keyboard and Mouse

Use the USB connectors on the back panel of the computer to attach a USB keyboard and mouse.

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Connect the Network Cable (Optional)

A network connection is not required to complete your computer setup, but if you have an existing network or Internet connection that uses a cable connection (such as a home cable modem or Ethernet jack), you can connect it now. Use only an Ethernet cable (RJ45 connector). Do not plug a telephone cable (RJ11 connector) into the network connector.

To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of the network cable to either a network port or a broadband device. Connect the other end of the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back panel of your computer. A click indicates that the network cable has been securely attached.

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Connect the Power Cables for Your Display and Computer

Press the Power Buttons on Your Computer and Display

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Windows Vista Setup

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). Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options:

DSL connections that provide high‑speed • Internet access through your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. With a DSL connection, you can access the Internet and use your telephone on the same line simultaneously.

Cable modem connections that provide • high‑speed Internet access through your local cable TV line.

Satellite modem connections that provide • high‑speed Internet access through a satellite television system.

Dial‑• up connections that provide Internet access through a telephone line. Dial‑up connections are considerably slower than DSL and cable (or satellite) modem connections. Your computer does not have an integrated modem. An optional USB modem must be used for dialup service with this computer.

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Wireless LAN (WLAN) • connections that provide Internet access using WiFi 802.11 technology. Wireless LAN support requires optional internal components that may or may not be installed in your computer based on decisions made at the time of purchase.

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 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. To set up your connection to a wireless router:

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

Click 2. Start → Connect To.

Follow the instructions on the screen to 3. 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 any 1. open programs.

Double‑click the ISP icon on the Microsoft2.

Windows® desktop.

Follow the instructions on the screen to 3. complete the setup.

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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 any 1. open programs.

Click 2. Start → Control Panel.

Under 3. Network and Internet, click Connect

to the Internet.

The Connect to the Internet window appears.

Click either 4. Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up, depending on how you want to connect:

Choose a. Broadband if you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth® wireless technology connection.

Chose b. 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 and 5. use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.

Your computer has indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at‑a‑glance and time‑saving shortcuts for common tasks.

Front View Features

1 Service Tag (located on top of the

chassis towards the back) — Use the

Service Tag to identify your computer when you access the Dell Support website or call technical support.

Optical drive — Plays or records only

standard‑size (12 cm) CDs, DVDs, and Blu‑ray Disc™.

Optical drive panel — This panel covers

the optical drive (shown in open position).

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Optical drive eject button — Press to

eject a disc from the optical drive.

IEEE 1394 connector — Connects

to high‑speed serial multimedia devices such as digital video cameras.

Line-in or microphone connector —

Connects to a microphone for voice or to an audio cable for audio input.

Headphone connector — Connects

to headphones.

NOTE: To connect to a powered speaker or sound system, use the audio out or S/PDIF connector on the back of your computer.

Power button and light — Turns the

power on or off when pressed. The light in the center of this button indicates the power state:

Blinking white — the computer is in • sleep state.

Solid white — the computer is in • power‑on state.

Blinking amber — there may be a • problem with the system board.

Solid amber — there may be a • problem with either the system board or power supply.

Hard drive activity light — Turns on

when the computer reads or writes data. A blinking blue light indicates hard drive activity.

NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while the hard drive activity light is blinking.

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Front-panel door grip — Slide up the front

panel door grip to cover the FlexBay drive, USB connectors, IEEE 1394 connector, headphone connector, and microphone connector.

Media card reader — Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the following digital memory cards:

Secure Digital (• SD) memory card

•Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card

Multi • Media Card (MMC)

Memory • Stick

Memory Stick PRO•

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

FlexBay drive — Can contain an optional

FlexBay.

USB 2.0 connectors (2) — Connects USB devices that are connected occasionally such as memory keys, digital cameras, and MP3 players.

Optional Optical drive bay — Can contain

an additional optical drive.

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Back View Features

Security cable slot — Connects to a lock

for a security cable used as an anti‑theft device.

NOTE: Before you buy a lock, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer.

Padlock rings — Attach a commercially

available anti‑theft device.

Expansion card slots (4) — Access

connectors for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards.

Back panel connectors — Plug USB,

audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector.

Power supply light — Indicates power availability for power supply.

Voltage selector switch — Select the region specific voltage range.

Power connector — Connects your

computer to the power socket.

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