Dell 1909, MTF, P687X User Manual

SETUP GUIDE

Model MTF

SETUP GUIDE

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Contents

Setting Up Your Studio One . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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

Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . .6

Connect the Power Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Set Up the Wireless Keyboard and

Mouse (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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

Windows Vista® Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . .9

Using Your Studio One. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Front View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Left Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Back Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Locating the Service Tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Using the Optical Disc Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Using the Touch Screen (Optional) . . . . . . .18

Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Touch Screen Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Wireless Keyboard or Mouse

Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . .27

Using Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Beep Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Contents

Hardware Troubleshooter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

System Recovery Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . .38

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Technical Support and Customer

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

DellConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Automated Order-Status Service. . . . . . . . . 42

Returning Items for Repair Under

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

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

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

Finding More Information and

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

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

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

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

Setting Up Your Studio One

This section provides information about setting up your Studio One and connecting peripherals.

WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance.

Before Setting Up Your Computer

When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, controls and connections on the left side, adequate ventilation, and a stable level surface to place your computer.

Restricting airflow around your Studio One may cause it to overheat. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on all the sides. You should never place your computer in an enclosed space, such as a cabinet when it is powered on.

Setting Up Your Studio One

Connect the Network Cable (Optional)

A network connection is not required to complete this 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 a 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.

Setting Up Your Studio One

Connect the Power Cable Set Up the Wireless Keyboard and

Mouse (Optional)

Your Studio One supports a special wireless (non-Bluetooth) keyboard and mouse which are optimized for use with your computer.

After installing the batteries the wireless keyboard and mouse are synced and ready to use. If you have a problem setting up your wireless keyboard and mouse, see “Wireless Keyboard or Mouse Problems” on page 24.

NOTE: The wireless keyboard and mouse have special features which may not be available on other devices that could be used with your computer.

Setting Up Your Studio One

Press the Power Button

Setting Up Your Studio One

Windows Vista® Setup

Your Dell computer is pre configured 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 some time to complete. The 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.

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.

Setting Up Your Studio One

Dial-• up connections that provide Internet access through a telephone line. Dialup 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 dial-up service with this computer.

Wireless LAN • 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.

To complete setting up your wired internet connection, follow the instructions in “Setting Up Your Internet Connection” on page 11.

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. To set up your connection to a wireless router:

Setting Up Your Studio One

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

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

Chose • 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 use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.

Using Your Studio One

Front View Features

Air vents — Internal fans create airflow

through the vents to prevent the computer from overheating. The fans are turned on automatically when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.

WARNING: Ensure that none of the computer air vents are blocked. Blocking the vents will cause serious thermal problems.

Camera activity light (optional) —

Indicates if the camera is on or off.

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Using Your Studio One

Camera/microphone (optional) — Built-in

camera and microphone array for video capture, conferencing, and chat.

Speakers (2)

Optical drive — Plays or records only

standard-size (12 cm) CDs and DVDs. See “Using the Optical Disc Drive” on page 17 for more information.

Optical drive eject control — Lights up when the computer starts up and when a disc is in the optical drive. To eject a disc gently touch the control.

Computer stand — Use the stand to tilt the

display to your preferred angle. It can be tilted up to 40°. The stand provides stability to the computer; it is not a removable part.

WARNING: The computer stand should remain installed at all times to ensure maximum system stability.

NOTE: Your computer Service Tag/

Express Service Code is located on a label under the display glass. To view the Service Tag/Express Service Code tilt the display by 40°. Use this code when you access the Dell Support website or contact technical support.

Using Your Studio One

Left Side Features

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 Multi • Media Card (MMC) Memory • Stick Memory Stick PRO• xD-• Picture Card (type - M and type - H) Hi Speed-SD• Hi Density • -SD

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

Using Your Studio One

Headphone or line-out connector —

Connects to headphones.

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

Microphone or line-in connector — Connects to a microphone for voice or to an audio cable for audio.

Hard drive activity light — Turns on

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

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

Power button and light — Turns the computer on or off when pressed. The light in the center of this button indicates the power state:

Solid amber — the computer is in sleep • state

the system board cannot start initialization. There may be an issue with either the system board or the power supply.

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

Blinking amber — there is a • power problem, a device may be malfunctioning or incorrectly installed.

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Back Panel Features

USB 2.0 connectors (4) — Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player.

Wireless sync button — Reestablishes the connection between your computer, mouse, and keyboard. To use, press the sync button on the back of your computer, then on the device that you wish to reconnect.

NOTE: The wireless sync button is functional only if you purchase a wireless keyboard and mouse along with your computer.

Network connector and light — Connects your computer to a network or broadband device. The network activity light flashes when the computer is transmitting or receiving data. A high volume of network traffic may make this light appear to be in a steady “on” state.

Line-out connector — Connects to a powered speaker or sound system.

Using Your Studio One

Locating the Service Tag

Service Tag

Gently tilt the display upwards to reveal the Service Tag.

Using the Optical Disc Drive

Insert the disc, with the label facing outwards and gently push the disc into the slot. The drive will automatically pull the disc in and begin reading its content. To eject a disc from the drive, gently touch the eject control.

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