Dell 1569, C1RXR, P06F001 User Manual

SETUP GUIDE

Regulatory model: P06F series Regulatory type: P06F001

SETUP GUIDE

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Contents

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

Create System Recovery Media

(Recommended). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Install the SIM Card (Optional). . . . . . . . . . . 12

Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional). . . . . 14

Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) . . . . . . . 16

Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . 18

Using Your Studio Laptop . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Right View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Left View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Front View Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Computer Base Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Touch Pad Gestures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Multimedia Control Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Display Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Switchable Graphics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Dell Extended Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Removing and Replacing the Battery . . . . . 38

Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Dell DataSafe Online Backup . . . . . . . . . . . .41

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

Dell Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

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

Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Wireless Display Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Contents

Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

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

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

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

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

My Dell Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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

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

Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Restoring Your Operating System . . . . . . .58

System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Dell DataSafe Local Backup. . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

System Recovery Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Technical Support and Customer

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

DellConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Automated Order-Status Service. . . . . . . . . 68

Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Returning Items for Repair Under

Warranty or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Finding More Information and

Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Basic Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

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

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

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

Setting Up Your Studio Laptop

This section provides information about setting up your Dell™ Studio™ 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 place 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 place your Dell computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on fabric surfaces, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, 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 cable to the adapter firmly and ensure that the light on the adapter

is on when you turn on power.

NOTE: Use only Dell AC adapter family PA-3E or PA-12 with your computer.

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 the 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: For optimal performance of your computer, it is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available at support.dell.com.

NOTE: For more information on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell.

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Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)

NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you set up

Microsoft Windows.

The system recovery media can be used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of the

System

disc). You can use the system recovery media if changes to the hardware, software, drivers,

or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state.

You will require the following to create the system recovery media:

Dell DataSafe Local Backup•

USB key with a minimum capacity of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc•

NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs.

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To create a system recovery media:

Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see “Connect the AC Adapter” on page 1. 6).

Insert the disc or USB key in the computer.2.

Click 3. Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup.

Click 4. Create Recovery Media.

Follow the instructions on the screen.5.

NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see “System Recovery Media” on page 62.

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Install the SIM Card (Optional)

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

Internet.

Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card allows you to browse the Internet, check e-mail, and connect to a Virtual Private Network. To access these features, you must be within the network of your cellular service provider.

To install the SIM card:

Turn off your computer.1.

Remove the battery (see “Removing and Replacing the Battery” on page 2. 38).

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

Replace the battery (see “Removing and Replacing the Battery” on page 4. 38).

Turn on your computer.5.

To remove the SIM card, press and eject the SIM card.

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battery bay

SIM card slot

SIM card

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Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)

Setting Up Your Studio Laptop

To enable wireless:

Ensure that your computer is turned on.1. Press the wireless key 2. on the keyboard.

A confirmation of your selection appears on the screen.

Wireless enabled

Wireless disabled

To disable wireless: Press the wireless key on the keyboard again to turn off all radios.

NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off all wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®) on your computer, such as when you are asked to disable all wireless radios on an airplane flight.

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Set Up Wireless Display (Optional)

NOTE: For more information about wireless

display, see the wireless display adapter

Quick Start Guide

Wireless display can only be set up on computers with:

WLAN card

Processor Intel® Core™ i3 and i5

Video controller

Operating system

Intel® Centrino™ 6200 or Intel Centrino Ultimate-N 6300

Intel® HD Graphics or ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470

Windows 7 Home Premium, Professional, or Ultimate

To set up wireless display on your computer:

Ensure that your computer is turned on.1.

Ensure that wireless is enabled (see “Enable 2. or Disable Wireless” on page 14).

Connect the wireless display adapter to 3. the TV.

Ensure that Switchable Graphics is set 4. to Power-Saving GPU (see “Switchable Graphics” on page 36).

Turn on the TV.5.

Select the appropriate video source for your 6. TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video.

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Press the wireless display 7. <F6> key on the keyboard. The Intel® Wireless Display window appears.

Select 8. Scan for available displays.

Select your wireless display adapter from 9. the Detected wireless displays list.

Enter the security code that appears on 10. your TV.

To enable wireless display:

Press the wireless display 1. <F6> key on the keyboard. The Intel® Wireless Display window appears.

Select 2. Connect to Existing Adapter.

NOTE: For information on wireless display problems, see “Wireless Display Problems” on page 45.

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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 at www.dell.com.

Setting Up a Wired Connection

If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite • modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions.

If you are using a dial-up connection, • connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem and to the telephone wall connector before you set up your

Internet connection. To complete setting up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in “Setting Up Your Internet Connection” on page 19.

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:

Ensure that wireless is enabled on your 1. computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” on page 14).

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

Click 3. Start → Control Panel.

In the search box, type 4. network and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to a network.

Follow the instructions on the screen to 5. complete the setup.

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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.

To set up your Internet connection:

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

Click 2. Start → Control Panel.

In the search box, type 3. network, and then click 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 4. use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.

Using Your Studio Laptop

This section provides information about the features available on your Studio laptop.

Right View Features

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

external drive, or MP3 player.

Optical drive — Plays or records CDs and DVDs. Ensure that the side with print or writing is

facing upward when inserting discs.

CAUTION: This drive supports nonstandard-sized and -shaped discs; however, degradation in drive performance may be experienced, and in extreme cases, the drive may be damaged.

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Left View Features

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Security cable slot — Attaches a commercially available security cable to the computer. NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your

computer.

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

the battery.

Network connector — Connects your computer to a network or a broadband device.

Mini DisplayPort connector — Digital interface standard connector that supports

external DisplayPort monitors and projectors.

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.

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

external drive, or MP3 player.

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eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare — Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). The USB PowerShare feature allows you to charge USB devices when the computer is powered on/off or in sleep state.

NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is powered off or in sleep state. In such cases, turn on the computer to charge the device.

NOTE: If you turn off your computer while charging a USB device, the device will stop charging. To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again.

NOTE: The USB PowerShare automatically shuts off when only 10% of the total battery life remains.

ExpressCard slot — Supports one 34 mm ExpressCard.

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.

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share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the memory cards (see the

Comprehensive Specifications

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

7-in-1 Media card reader — Provides a fast and convenient way to view and

at support.dell.com/manuals for supported memory cards).

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