Dell Studio 17- User Manual

5 Setting Up Your Studio Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Studio 1737 laptop and connecting peripherals. Before Setting Up Your Studio Laptop When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface t...

6 Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connecting the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer 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 incompat...

7 Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connecting the Network Cable (optional) To use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable. Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

8 Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Turning on Your Studio Laptop Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

9 Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Using the Wireless Switch To use wireless connections, make sure the wireless switch is in the “On” position. To turn on the wireless switch, slide it from the rear to the front of the computer until it clicks into place. - Off - On Windows Vista ® Setup Your Dell com...

10 Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connecting to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) 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). NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLA...

12 Your Studio 1737 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-a- glance and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks. Device Status Lights 1 2 3 4 1 WiFi status light – Turns on when wireless networking is enabled. See “wireless on/off switch” on page 22 to quickly turn...

14 Using Your Studio Laptop Right Side Features 1 2 3 4 5 6 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

18 Using Your Studio Laptop Left Side Features 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

23 Using Your Studio Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 4 1 Caps Lock light – Turns on when using the Caps Lock key. 2 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.It supports cir...

26 Using Your Studio Laptop Display Features The display panel holds an optional camera and accompanying dual microphones. 1 2 3 4 5 1 Display – Your display can vary based on selections you made when purchasing your computer. For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide . 2 Le...

27 Using Your Studio Laptop Media Controls To use the media controls, lightly touch the symbol and then release. The control’s symbol will shine for 2 seconds to confirm your selection and then fade away. Launch Dell MediaDirect/PowerDVD Play the previous track or chapter Stop Play or pause Play the...

28 Using Your Studio Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. This computer should only use a battery purchased from Dell. Do not use batteries from other computers. CAUTION: Before removing the battery, shut down th...

29 Using Your Studio Laptop Using the Optical Disc Drive NOTICE: Do not use non-standard-size or shape discs (including mini-CDs and mini- DVDs) or you will damage the drive. NOTE: Do not move the computer while playing or recording CDs and DVDs. Place the disc in the center of the disc slot, with t...

30 Using Your Studio Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . Productivity and Communication You can use your computer to create presentation...

33 This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer. If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see “Using Support Tools” on page 40 or “Contacting Dell” on page 55. CAUTION: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. See the Service Man...

34 Solving Problems The link integrity light on the integrated network connector lets you verify that your connection is working and provides information on the status: Green — A good connection exists between • a 10-Mbps network and the computer. Orange — A good connection exists between • a 100-Mb...

35 Solving Problems not be responding. Press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. If the problem persists, see the Dell Technology Guide on the Dell Support website at support. dell.com . If the power light is blinking white — The computer is in standby mode. Press...

36 Solving Problems Check if the memory module is compatible • with your computer. Your computer supports DDR2 memory. For more information about the type of memory supported by your computer, see “Basic Specifications” on page 58.Run the Dell Diagnostics (see “Dell • Diagnostics” on page 42).Reseat...

38 Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. For more information about Dell Support Center and available support tools, click the Services tab at support.dell.com . Click the icon in the taskbar to run the application....

40 Using Support Tools No timer tick interrupt — A chip on the system board might be malfunctioning or motherboard failure (see “Contacting Dell” on page 55 for assistance). USB over current error — Disconnect the USB device. Your USB device needs more power for it to function properly. Use an exter...

43 You can restore your operating system in the following ways: System • Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. Use System Restore as the first solution for restoring your operating system and preserving data files.Dell • Factory Image Restore retur...

44 Restoring Your Operating System Starting System Restore Click 1. Start . In the 2. Start Search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue ; otherwise, contact your administrator t...

46 Restoring Your Operating System Operating System Reinstallation Before you Begin If you are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver, first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the prob...

48 If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: See “Solving Problems” on page 1. 35 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 2. 42 for pro...

49 Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service Dell’s support service is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Our support staff uses computer-based diagnostics to provide fast, accurate answers.To contact Dell’s support service, see “Before You Call” on page 54 and then se...

50 Getting Help Dell Support e-mail addresses [email protected] • [email protected] • [email protected] • (Latin America and Caribbean countries only) [email protected] • (Asian/Pacific countries only) Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses [email protected] • (Asian/Pacific countries only) [emai...

51 Getting Help Product Information If you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to place an order, visit the Dell website at www.dell.com . For the telephone number to call for your region or to speak to a sales specialist, see “Contacting Dell” on pag...

52 Getting Help Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated-support telephone system direct your call more efficiently. You may also be asked for your Service Tag (located on the back or bottom of your computer). Remember to fill out the ...

53 Getting Help a printer, print each file. Otherwise, record the contents of each file before calling Dell. Error message, beep code, or diagnostic • code:Description of problem and troubleshooting • procedures you performed: Contacting Dell NOTE: See “Before You Call” on page 54 before you contact...

54 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system. the Operating System media. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall notebook system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files. the Drivers and Utilities media. NOTE: Dr...

56 Basic Specifications System Model Dell Studio 1737 This section provides basic information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Hel...

67 Appendix Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology mus...

68 Index A airflow, allowing 5 AutoTech 50 B backups creating 32 C calling Dell 52 CDs, playing and creating 30 computer capabilities 30 computer, setting up 5computer stand 6 connect(ing) to the Internet 9 conserving energy 31 Contacting Dell online 53 customer service 49 customizing your desktop 3...