Dell Studio XPS PP35L Setup Manual
SETUP GUIDE
SETUP GUIDE
Model PP35L
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
Press the Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Windows Vista® Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connect to the Internet (Optional) . . . . . . . . .7
Set up the TV Tuner (Optional)
(availability varies by regions) . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using Your Dell™ Laptop � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �10
Device Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Right Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Left Side Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Display Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Media, Wireless, and Power Controls . . . . . 16
Computer Base and Keyboard Features . . . 17
Using the Optical Disc Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Software Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Solving Problems � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �22
Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . 24
Using Support Tools� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �26
Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Hardware Troubleshooter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Restoring Your Operating System � � � � � � �30
System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Contents
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your
computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potentia l damage to hardware o r 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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PP35L
May 2008 P/N R558D Rev� A00
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Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop
This section provides information about setting
up your Studio XPS 1640 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 s urface to
place your computer.
Restricting airflow around your Stu dio 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 c omputer and a
minimum of 5.1 cm (2 in) on all oth er 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 compu ter 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�
Dell Factory Image Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Operating System Reinstallation . . . . . . . . . 33
Getting Help � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 35
Technical Support and Customer Service. . 36
DellConnect™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Online Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
AutoTech Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Product Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty
or for Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Before You Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Contacting Dell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Findi ng More Information
and Resources � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �41
Basic Specifications � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �43
Index � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �52
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Windows Vista® Setup
Your Dell computer is preconfigured with
Windows Vista. To set up Windows Vista for
the first time, follow the instruct ions 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 agreeme nts,
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 exte rnal
modem or network connection and an Internet
service provider (ISP).
NOTE: If an external USB modem or
WLAN adapter is not part of your or iginal
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/satell ite 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.
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
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Choose 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, contact your ISP.
Follow the instructions on the scre en and 5�
use the setup information provided by your
ISP to complete the setup.
Set up the TV Tuner (Optional)
(availability varies by regions)
You can set up the TV Tuner through the Media
Center.
To set up the TV Tuner for the first time:
Follow this procedure if you are la unching the
Media Center for the first time.
Double-click on the Media Center ic on on the
desktop.
Select • Express setup,
Go to – Main Menu → Tasks → Settings →
TV → Set up TV Signal → Confirm Your
Region and follow the instructions given.
Go to – Main Menu → TV + Movies → Set
up TV → Confirm Your Region and follow
the instructions given
Select • Custom setup,
Follow the instructions given. –
In the – Optional Setup screen, choose
Configure tuners, TV signal, and Guide.
Click – Next and confirm your region.
To re-setup the TV Tuner, if required:
Follow this procedure if you have already
launched Media Center once before.
Double-click on the Media Center icon on 1�
the desktop.
Go to 2� Main Menu → Tasks → Settings → TV
→ Set up TV Signal → Confirm Your Region.
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 scre en to 3�
complete the setup.
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
To set up an Internet connection with a prov ided
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.
If you do not have an ISP icon on y our 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 servi ce
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 Sharing Center, click
Connect to a Network.
The Connect to a Network window appears.
Click either 4� Connect to the Internet to
connect to the network using a wireless or
Broadband (PPPoE) or click Set up a dial-up
connection, depending on how you want to
connect:
Choose a. Broadband if you will use a DSL,
satellite modem, cable TV modem, or
wireless technology connection.
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WiFi status light – Turns on when
wireless networking is enabled.
Use the wireless button to quickly turn all
wireless communication On and Off:
Using The Wireless Button
To turn on wireless, with the system turned
on, lightly touch the wireless symbol
on the center control cover and the n
release.
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WWAN status light - Turns on when
WWAN is enabled.
To turn on wireless, with the system turned
on, lightly touch the wireless symbol
on the center control cover and the n
release.
Right Side Features
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ExpressCard slot – Supports one
ExpressCard. The computer ships with a
plastic blank installed in the slot.
Your computer has several indicators, butt ons,
and features that provide information at-aglance and time-saving shortcuts for common
tasks.
Device Status Lights
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Hard drive activity light – Turns on
when the computer reads or writes d ata. A
flashing light indicates hard drive activity.
NOTE: To avoid loss of data, never
turn off the computer while the har d
drive activity light is flashing.
2
Bluetooth® status light (optional)
– Turns on when a car d with Bluetooth
wireless technology is enabled.
NOTE: The card with Bluetooth
wireless technology is an optional
feature.
To turn off Bluetooth wireless, right-click
the bluetooth icon in the notification
area of your desktop, and click Disable
Bluetooth Radio or use the wireless
switch.
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eSATA/USB combo connector with
USB PowerShare –
Connects to eSATA compatible storage
devices, such as external hard disk drives
or optical drives. Also, supports U SB
devices, such as a mouse, keyboard,
printer, external drive, or MP3 player
This connector can also be used for
charging USB devices.
NOTE: If the computer is turned off
while the USB device is charging,
unplug the device and plug it in again
to continue charging.
NOTE: The USB PowerShare will be
automatically shut off when only 10%
of total battery life remains.
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AC adapter connector – Connects to
the AC adapter to power the computer and
charge the battery when the computer is
not in use.
Left Side Features
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Security cable slot – Used to attach a
commercially available antitheft de vice to
the computer.
NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft
device, ensure that it works with t he
security cable slot on your computer.
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SD/MMC - MS/Pro - xD
8-in-1 Media card reader – Provides a
fast and convenient way to view and
share digital photos, music, videos, and
documents stored on the following d igital
memory cards:
Secure digital (SD) memory card•
SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) •
card
Multi Media Card (MMC)•
Memory Stick•
Memory Stick PRO•
xD-Picture Card (type - M and type - H)•
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IEEE 1394 connector – Connects to
high-speed serial multimedia device s,
such as digital video cameras
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Optical Drive – Plays or burns only
standard-size and shape (12 cm) CDs, and
DVDs. Ensure that the side with print or
writing is facing upward when inser ting
discs
NOTE: Do not use non-standard-size
or shape discs (including mini-CDs
and mini-DVDs) or you will damage
the drive.
12 cm
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Display Features
The display panel holds a camera and
accompanying dual microphones.
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Display – Your display can vary based on
selections you made when purchasing
your computer. For more information about
displays, see the Dell Technology Guide.
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Left digital array microphone – Combines
with the right digital array microp hone
to provide high quality sound for v ideo
chatting and voice recording.
3
Camera activity light – Turns on when the
camera is on.
4
Camera – Built-in camera for video
capture, conferencing, and chat.
FastAccess Facial Recognition – Helps
to keep your Dell™ computer secure.
This facial recognition software learns
and recognizes your face each time you
login to your computer and minimizes the
need to manually login using passwo rds.
For more information, click Start →
Programs→ FastAccess.
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Right digital array microphone – Combines
with the left digital array microphone
to provide high quality sound for v ideo
chatting and voice recording.
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VGA connector – Connects to a
monitor or projector.
3
TV In connector – Connects to a TV to
view programs using the TV Tuner card
(optional, availability varies according to
regions).
4
Network connector – If you are
using a cabled network signal, this
connects your computer to a network or
broadband device.
5
DisplayPort connector – Digital
interface standard connector that
supports external DisplayPort monitors
and projectors.
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HDMI connector – Connects to a TV
for both audio and video signals.
NOTE: For a monitor, only the video
signal will be read.
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USB connectors (2) – Connect USB
devices, such as a mouse, keyboard,
printer, external drive, or MP3 player.
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Audio In/ Microphone connector –
Connect to a microphone or input si gnal
for use with audio programs.
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Audio Out/ Headphone connectors (2)
– Connect one or two pairs of headpho nes,
or send audio to a powered speaker or
sound system. The audio signal is t he
same for both connectors.
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To use the media, wireless, and power controls, lightly touch the symbol and then release. The
control’s symbol will shine for 2 seconds to confirm your selection then fade away.
Turn on power, or wake up from sleep
state
Turn on wireless
Play the previous track or chapter
Stop
Play or pause
Play the next track or chapter
Turn down the volume
Turn up the volume
Mute the sound
Eject the disc
Media, Wireless, and Power Controls Computer Base and Keyboard
Features
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Touch pad – Provides the functionality of
a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move
selected items, and left-click by t apping
the surface.
It supports circular scrolling and zoom.
To change the circular scrolling and zoom
settings, double-click the Dell Touch
pad icon in the notification area of your
desktop.
In the Scrolling tab, enable or disable
scrolling or circular scrolling, choose the
scroll zone width and scroll speed.
In the Gestures tab, enable or disable the
one-finger zoom (zoom in and out mo ving
the finger upward or downward) or t he
pinch zoom (zoom in and out by spreading
two fingers or by bringing the two fingers
together).
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Touch pad buttons – Provide left- and
right-click functions like those on a mouse.
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