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Contents Setting Up Your Studio Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Studio Laptop 5 Connecting the AC Adapter 6 Connecting the Network Cable (optional 7 Turning on Your Studio Laptop 8 Using the Wireless Switch 9 Windows Vista® Setup 9 Connecting to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your Studio Laptop 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 18 Computer Base... 30 Solving Problems 33 Network Problems 33 Power Problems 34 Memory Problems 35 Lockups and Software Problems 36 Using Support Tools 38 Dell Support Center 38 System Messages 38 Hardware Troubleshooter 40...
Contents Setting Up Your Studio Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Studio Laptop 5 Connecting the AC Adapter 6 Connecting the Network Cable (optional 7 Turning on Your Studio Laptop 8 Using the Wireless Switch 9 Windows Vista® Setup 9 Connecting to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your Studio Laptop 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 18 Computer Base... 30 Solving Problems 33 Network Problems 33 Power Problems 34 Memory Problems 35 Lockups and Software Problems 36 Using Support Tools 38 Dell Support Center 38 System Messages 38 Hardware Troubleshooter 40...
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... heavy or sharp objects on all other sides. You should never put your Studio 1737 laptop and connecting peripherals. Fan noise is powered on the fan when the computer gets hot. Before Setting Up Your Studio Laptop When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow dust to accumulate in ) on...: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to place your Dell™ computer in permanent damage to overheat. Do not store your computer. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.The ...
... heavy or sharp objects on all other sides. You should never put your Studio 1737 laptop and connecting peripherals. Fan noise is powered on the fan when the computer gets hot. Before Setting Up Your Studio Laptop When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow dust to accumulate in ) on...: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to place your Dell™ computer in permanent damage to overheat. Do not store your computer. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.The ...
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NOTICE: When you turn on power. 6 Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connecting the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Using an incompatible cable or ...
NOTICE: When you turn on power. 6 Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connecting the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Using an incompatible cable or ...
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Connecting the Network Cable (optional) To use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop 7
Connecting the Network Cable (optional) To use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop 7
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... the rear to complete. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. 9 On Windows Vista® Setup Your Dell computer is in the "On" position. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop To turn on the screen. Using the Wireless Switch To use wireless connections, make sure the wireless switch is preconfigured with...
... the rear to complete. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. 9 On Windows Vista® Setup Your Dell computer is in the "On" position. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop To turn on the screen. Using the Wireless Switch To use wireless connections, make sure the wireless switch is preconfigured with...
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... information about how to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings vary by country. If you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. Internet service 2. wireless router 4. Setting Up a Wireless Connection 4 3 2 1 1. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connecting to set up and use your Internet connection.
... information about how to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings vary by country. If you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. Internet service 2. wireless router 4. Setting Up a Wireless Connection 4 3 2 1 1. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connecting to set up and use your Internet connection.
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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Before you can help you get one. 1. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP information ready. Setting ...
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Before you can help you get one. 1. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP information ready. Setting ...
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Turns on and off switch" on page 22 to quickly turn all wireless communication on when wireless networking is enabled. Device Status Lights 1 WiFi status light - Using Your Studio Laptop Your Studio 1737 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-aglance and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks. See "wireless on/off . 4 3 2 1 12
Turns on and off switch" on page 22 to quickly turn all wireless communication on when wireless networking is enabled. Device Status Lights 1 WiFi status light - Using Your Studio Laptop Your Studio 1737 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at-aglance and time-saving shortcuts for common tasks. See "wireless on/off . 4 3 2 1 12
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...: • Off - Indicates the battery charging state. NOTE: The card with Bluetooth wireless technology is connected to an electrical outlet: • Solid white - Using Your Studio Laptop 2 Bluetooth® status light (optional) -
...: • Off - Indicates the battery charging state. NOTE: The card with Bluetooth wireless technology is connected to an electrical outlet: • Solid white - Using Your Studio Laptop 2 Bluetooth® status light (optional) -
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Ensure that the side with audio programs. Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Optical Drive - For more information, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on 8 15 The AC adapter converts AC power to power the computer and ... the DC power required by the computer. Connect to a microphone or input signal for both connectors. 2 Audio In/ Microphone connector - For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide. 4 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 5 AC adapter connector - Supports only ...
Ensure that the side with audio programs. Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Optical Drive - For more information, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on 8 15 The AC adapter converts AC power to power the computer and ... the DC power required by the computer. Connect to a microphone or input signal for both connectors. 2 Audio In/ Microphone connector - For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide. 4 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 5 AC adapter connector - Supports only ...
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Turns the power on or off completely (may take several seconds). The light in hibernate state 16 NOTICE: If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off when pressed. the computer is switched off or in the center of this button indicates the power state: • Blinking white - the computer is in sleep state • Solid white - Using Your Studio Laptop 6 Power button and light - the computer is in poweron state • Off -
Turns the power on or off completely (may take several seconds). The light in hibernate state 16 NOTICE: If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off when pressed. the computer is switched off or in the center of this button indicates the power state: • Blinking white - the computer is in sleep state • Solid white - Using Your Studio Laptop 6 Power button and light - the computer is in poweron state • Off -
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1 Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator button Turn on your vicinity. Using Your Studio Laptop If the computer is configured in the center of this button for a few seconds to the computer. NOTE: The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator is ...
1 Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator button Turn on your vicinity. Using Your Studio Laptop If the computer is configured in the center of this button for a few seconds to the computer. NOTE: The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator is ...
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... USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 7 Network connector - NOTE: For a monitor, only the video signal will be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). 4 VGA connector - Connect to video devices, such as WLAN cards and internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology. To... audio. On NOTE: This switch can be read. 6 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Quickly turns Off or On all digital signal to a network or broadband device. Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Wireless On/Off switch -
... USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 7 Network connector - NOTE: For a monitor, only the video signal will be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). 4 VGA connector - Connect to video devices, such as WLAN cards and internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology. To... audio. On NOTE: This switch can be read. 6 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Quickly turns Off or On all digital signal to a network or broadband device. Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Wireless On/Off switch -
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Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices, such as external hard disk drives or optical drives. Using Your Studio Laptop 11 10 9 8 8 eSATA/USB combo connector - Also, supports USB devices, such as some digital video cameras. 21 Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices that support IEEE 1394, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 9 IEEE 1394 connector -
Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices, such as external hard disk drives or optical drives. Using Your Studio Laptop 11 10 9 8 8 eSATA/USB combo connector - Also, supports USB devices, such as some digital video cameras. 21 Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices that support IEEE 1394, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 9 IEEE 1394 connector -
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... from dust and other particles. MS/Pro - Blanks protect unused slots from other computers may not fit your computer. 22 11 ExpressCard slot - Using Your Studio Laptop 10 SD/MMC - Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the following digital media memory...
... from dust and other particles. MS/Pro - Blanks protect unused slots from other computers may not fit your computer. 22 11 ExpressCard slot - Using Your Studio Laptop 10 SD/MMC - Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the following digital media memory...
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Provide left -click by tapping the surface. To change the circular scrolling and zoom settings, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in camera with dual microphones, this single microphone is used for conferencing and chat. 23 In the Scroll & Zoom Settings...scrolling, circular scrolling, or zoom, choose the scroll zone width and scroll speed. 3 Touch pad buttons - Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 4 Using Your Studio Laptop 1 Caps Lock light - Provides the functionality of your desktop. Turns on a mouse. 4 Analog Microphone - If you do not have the optional built-in the ...
Provide left -click by tapping the surface. To change the circular scrolling and zoom settings, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in camera with dual microphones, this single microphone is used for conferencing and chat. 23 In the Scroll & Zoom Settings...scrolling, circular scrolling, or zoom, choose the scroll zone width and scroll speed. 3 Touch pad buttons - Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 4 Using Your Studio Laptop 1 Caps Lock light - Provides the functionality of your desktop. Turns on a mouse. 4 Analog Microphone - If you do not have the optional built-in the ...
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...lighting states are: a. For more information on it uses your unique fingerprint to be controlled by illuminating all symbols on when using Dell QuickSet. full keyboard/touch pad brightness b. Turns on the keys. The optional backlit keyboard provides visibility in dark environments by the...to authenticate your finger over the reader, it . When you slide your user identity (by using the Num Lock key. 25 Using Your Studio Laptop 7 Keyboard/ Backlit Keyboard (optional) - The settings for this keyboard can be personalized by automating the entry of user names and passwords) using...
...lighting states are: a. For more information on it uses your unique fingerprint to be controlled by illuminating all symbols on when using Dell QuickSet. full keyboard/touch pad brightness b. Turns on the keys. The optional backlit keyboard provides visibility in dark environments by the...to authenticate your finger over the reader, it . When you slide your user identity (by using the Num Lock key. 25 Using Your Studio Laptop 7 Keyboard/ Backlit Keyboard (optional) - The settings for this keyboard can be personalized by automating the entry of user names and passwords) using...
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... provide high quality sound for video capture, conferencing, and chat. Based on selections you made when purchasing your computer, your Dell™ computer secure. Helps to use login passwords. Indicates when the camera is on selections you to keep your computer may... not include a camera. 4 Camera (optional) - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 2 Left digital array microphone (optional) - For more information, click Start→ Programs→ FastAccess. 5 Right digital array microphone...
... provide high quality sound for video capture, conferencing, and chat. Based on selections you made when purchasing your computer, your Dell™ computer secure. Helps to use login passwords. Indicates when the camera is on selections you to keep your computer may... not include a camera. 4 Camera (optional) - For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide. 2 Left digital array microphone (optional) - For more information, click Start→ Programs→ FastAccess. 5 Right digital array microphone...
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Launch Dell MediaDirect/PowerDVD Play the previous track or chapter Stop Play or pause Play the next track or chapter Mute the sound Turn down the volume Turn up the volume Eject the disc 27 The control's symbol will shine for 2 seconds to confirm your selection and then fade away. Using Your Studio Laptop Media Controls To use the media controls, lightly touch the symbol and then release.
Launch Dell MediaDirect/PowerDVD Play the previous track or chapter Stop Play or pause Play the next track or chapter Mute the sound Turn down the volume Turn up the volume Eject the disc 27 The control's symbol will shine for 2 seconds to confirm your selection and then fade away. Using Your Studio Laptop Media Controls To use the media controls, lightly touch the symbol and then release.
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Using Your Studio Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the computer and hold it clicks into place. 28 CAUTION: ... and remove all the external cables. 2. Shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Slide the battery release latch towards the side of fire or explosion. Turn the computer over. 3. To remove the battery: 1. Do not use a battery purchased...
Using Your Studio Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the computer and hold it clicks into place. 28 CAUTION: ... and remove all the external cables. 2. Shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Slide the battery release latch towards the side of fire or explosion. Turn the computer over. 3. To remove the battery: 1. Do not use a battery purchased...