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...(Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Studio Laptop 20 Right Side Features 20 Left Side Features 24 Computer Base Features 28 Touch Pad Gestures 30 Multimedia Control Keys 32 Display Features... Screen (Optional 36 Using the Optical Drive 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Free Fall Sensor 45 Dell Dock 46 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 47 Solving Problems 48 Touch Screen Problems 48 Beep Codes 49 Network Problems 50 Power Problems 51 Memory Problems...
...(Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Studio Laptop 20 Right Side Features 20 Left Side Features 24 Computer Base Features 28 Touch Pad Gestures 30 Multimedia Control Keys 32 Display Features... Screen (Optional 36 Using the Optical Drive 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Free Fall Sensor 45 Dell Dock 46 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 47 Solving Problems 48 Touch Screen Problems 48 Beep Codes 49 Network Problems 50 Power Problems 51 Memory Problems...
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...enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on the fan when the computer gets hot. You should never place your Dell™ computer in permanent damage to the computer. 5 Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a...or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Studio 1555/1557/1558 laptop. CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may cause it is normal and does not indicate a ...
...enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on the fan when the computer gets hot. You should never place your Dell™ computer in permanent damage to the computer. 5 Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a...or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to overheat. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Studio 1555/1557/1558 laptop. CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may cause it is normal and does not indicate a ...
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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 the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. NOTE: Connect the power cord to the adapter firmly and ensure that the light on the adapter is on when you turn on power. 6
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 the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. NOTE: Connect the power cord to the adapter firmly and ensure that the light on the adapter is on when you turn on power. 6
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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 7
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 7
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... with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer unusable and you through...
... with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer available at support.dell.com. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer unusable and you through...
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... following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer,... while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system...
... following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you purchased the computer,... while preserving data files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system...
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Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 67. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 67. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
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... the SIM card: 1. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. Turn off your cellular service provider. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM is not required if you are using an EVDO card to the Internet. To access the...
... the SIM card: 1. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. Turn off your cellular service provider. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM is not required if you are using an EVDO card to the Internet. To access the...
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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) NOTE: The wireless feature is turned on the keyboard. NOTE: The wireless key allows you are asked to quickly ...
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) NOTE: The wireless feature is turned on the keyboard. NOTE: The wireless key allows you are asked to quickly ...
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... optional external USB modem and to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall connector before you set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in... up your Internet connection. • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your original order, you can purchase one at www.dell.com.
... optional external USB modem and to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the telephone wall connector before you set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in... up your Internet connection. • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your original order, you can purchase one at www.dell.com.
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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is enabled on your computer (see "Enable or ...
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is enabled on your computer (see "Enable or ...
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... to the Internet. To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to complete the setup. 18 Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your Internet connection: Windows 7 1. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the...
... to the Internet. To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to complete the setup. 18 Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your Internet connection: Windows 7 1. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the...
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In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop 19 Windows Vista 1. The Connect to the Internet. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Click Start → Control Panel. 3.
In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a connection or network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. 4. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to complete the setup. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop 19 Windows Vista 1. The Connect to the Internet. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Click Start → Control Panel. 3.
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Right Side Features 56 7 4 3 12 20 Using Your Studio Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Studio 1555/1557/1558 laptop.
Right Side Features 56 7 4 3 12 20 Using Your Studio Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Studio 1555/1557/1558 laptop.
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... ExpressCards. Save the blank for use when no ExpressCard is designed only for additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia, and security features. Using Your Studio Laptop 1 ExpressCard slot - The slot supports 34 mm ExpressCards. blanks from other particles. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other computers may not fit...
... ExpressCards. Save the blank for use when no ExpressCard is designed only for additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia, and security features. Using Your Studio Laptop 1 ExpressCard slot - The slot supports 34 mm ExpressCards. blanks from other particles. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other computers may not fit...
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... the slot. Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 22 Place the disc in and begin reading its content. 4 USB 2.0 connector - Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Optical drive -
... the slot. Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 22 Place the disc in and begin reading its content. 4 USB 2.0 connector - Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Optical drive -
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... in hibernate state. 23 The battery charge is fully charged. Turns on . • Blinking white - The battery is turned off. • Solid amber - Using Your Studio Laptop 6 Battery status light - The light indicates the following power states: • Solid white - The light in standby mode. • Off - The computer is in...
... in hibernate state. 23 The battery charge is fully charged. Turns on . • Blinking white - The battery is turned off. • Solid amber - Using Your Studio Laptop 6 Battery status light - The light indicates the following power states: • Solid white - The light in standby mode. • Off - The computer is in...
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... security cable slot on your computer to eSATA compatible storage devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 6 eSATA connector - Using Your Studio Laptop 1 Security cable slot -
... security cable slot on your computer to eSATA compatible storage devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 6 eSATA connector - Using Your Studio Laptop 1 Security cable slot -
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Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 26 Connect to a pair of headphones or sends audio to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs. 9 Audio out/Headphone connectors (2) - Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras. 8 Audio in/Microphone connector - Using Your Studio Laptop 7 IEEE 1394a connector -
Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 26 Connect to a pair of headphones or sends audio to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs. 9 Audio out/Headphone connectors (2) - Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras. 8 Audio in/Microphone connector - Using Your Studio Laptop 7 IEEE 1394a connector -