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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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... does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Before Setting Up Your Studio Laptop When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow dust to accumulate in permanent damage to place your Dell™ computer in an enclosed space, such as a closed briefcase, while it to...the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 in) on the computer may cause it is running. You should never put your Studio 1737 laptop and connecting peripherals. CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface ...
... does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Before Setting Up Your Studio Laptop When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow dust to accumulate in permanent damage to place your Dell™ computer in an enclosed space, such as a closed briefcase, while it to...the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 in) on the computer may cause it is running. You should never put your Studio 1737 laptop and connecting peripherals. CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface ...
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... works with electrical outlets worldwide. NOTE: Connect the power cord to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connecting the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the cable. NOTICE: When you turn on power. 6 However, power connectors and power strips vary among...
... works with electrical outlets worldwide. NOTE: Connect the power cord to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connecting the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the cable. NOTICE: When you turn on power. 6 However, power connectors and power strips vary among...
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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 Connecting the Network Cable (optional) To use a wired network connection, plug in the network cable.
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... place. - Using the Wireless Switch To use wireless connections, make sure the wireless switch is preconfigured with Windows Vista. On Windows Vista® Setup Your Dell computer is in the "On" position. To set up an Internet connection. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. 9 Setting Up Your...
... place. - Using the Wireless Switch To use wireless connections, make sure the wireless switch is preconfigured with Windows Vista. On Windows Vista® Setup Your Dell computer is in the "On" position. To set up an Internet connection. These steps are mandatory and may render your computer unusable. 9 Setting Up Your...
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... provider (ISP). NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. portable computer with wireless network card See the documentation for your computer or router for setup instructions. Setting Up a Wireless Connection 4 3 2 1 1.... the external USB modem (optional) and to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings vary by country. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connecting to the telephone wall connector before you set up and use your wireless network. 10
... provider (ISP). NOTE: If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. portable computer with wireless network card See the documentation for your computer or router for setup instructions. Setting Up a Wireless Connection 4 3 2 1 1.... the external USB modem (optional) and to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs (Internet Service Providers) and ISP offerings vary by country. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connecting to the telephone wall connector before you set up and use your wireless network. 10
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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Before you can help you get one. 1. If you do not know which type of connection to the Internet wizard can use the setup information ...
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Before you can help you get one. 1. If you do not know which type of connection to the Internet wizard can use the setup information ...
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Turns on and off switch" on page 22 to quickly turn all wireless communication on when wireless networking is enabled. See "wireless on/off . 4 3 2 1 12 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.
Turns on and off switch" on page 22 to quickly turn all wireless communication on when wireless networking is enabled. See "wireless on/off . 4 3 2 1 12 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.
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... to an electrical outlet: • Solid white - the battery is critically low and you can. 13 the battery charge is charging. • Off - Using Your Studio Laptop 2 Bluetooth® status light (optional) - NOTE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off Bluetooth wireless, right-click the bluetooth icon in the notification area...
... to an electrical outlet: • Solid white - the battery is critically low and you can. 13 the battery charge is charging. • Off - Using Your Studio Laptop 2 Bluetooth® status light (optional) - NOTE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off Bluetooth wireless, right-click the bluetooth icon in the notification area...
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..., see the Dell Technology Guide. 4 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Attaches an AC adapter to the computer to headphones, powered speakers, or sound systems. The audio signal is facing upward when inserting discs. Supports only standardsize and shape (12 cm) CDs, and DVDs. Ensure that the side with audio programs. Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Optical Drive...
..., see the Dell Technology Guide. 4 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Attaches an AC adapter to the computer to headphones, powered speakers, or sound systems. The audio signal is facing upward when inserting discs. Supports only standardsize and shape (12 cm) CDs, and DVDs. Ensure that the side with audio programs. Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Optical Drive...
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Turns the power on or off completely (may take several seconds). NOTICE: If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off when pressed. The light in poweron state • Off - Using Your Studio Laptop 6 Power button and light - the computer is in the center of this button indicates the power state: • Blinking white - the computer is in hibernate state 16 the computer is switched off or in sleep state • Solid white -
Turns the power on or off completely (may take several seconds). NOTICE: If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off when pressed. The light in poweron state • Off - Using Your Studio Laptop 6 Power button and light - the computer is in the center of this button indicates the power state: • Blinking white - the computer is in hibernate state 16 the computer is switched off or in sleep state • Solid white -
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... for use when your computer is configured in your vicinity. Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to control Wi-Fi network connections. Using Your Studio Laptop If the computer is turned off and the wireless switch is shipped to scan for wireless networks in the system setup program (BIOS) to ...the computer. 1 Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator button Turn on your computer. 19 NOTE: The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator light appears only when the...
... for use when your computer is configured in your vicinity. Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to control Wi-Fi network connections. Using Your Studio Laptop If the computer is turned off and the wireless switch is shipped to scan for wireless networks in the system setup program (BIOS) to ...the computer. 1 Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator button Turn on your computer. 19 NOTE: The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator light appears only when the...
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... turns Off or On all digital signal to produce hi-definition video and audio. NOTE: For a monitor, only the video signal will be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). 4 VGA connector - Off - The two lights next to a TV for wired network connections. 20 The wireless switch may... computer until it connects to the connector indicate status and activity for both audio and video signals. For example, it clicks into place. - Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Wireless On/Off switch -
... turns Off or On all digital signal to produce hi-definition video and audio. NOTE: For a monitor, only the video signal will be deactivated through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program). 4 VGA connector - Off - The two lights next to a TV for wired network connections. 20 The wireless switch may... computer until it connects to the connector indicate status and activity for both audio and video signals. For example, it clicks into place. - Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Wireless On/Off switch -
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Also, supports USB devices, such as some digital video cameras. 21 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 - 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 -
Also, supports USB devices, such as some digital video cameras. 21 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 - 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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... installed in -1 Media card reader - Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. xD 8-in the slot. Using Your Studio Laptop 10 SD/MMC - Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 22 11 ExpressCard slot - Save the blank for...
... installed in -1 Media card reader - Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. xD 8-in the slot. Using Your Studio Laptop 10 SD/MMC - Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 22 11 ExpressCard slot - Save the blank for...
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... width and scroll speed. 3 Touch pad buttons - 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 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 4 Using Your...
... width and scroll speed. 3 Touch pad buttons - 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 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 4 Using Your...
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...8 Num Lock light - To activate and use ). 6 Fingerprint reader (optional) - If you computer secure. Backlit Keyboard Brightness Settings - Using Your Studio Laptop 7 Keyboard/ Backlit Keyboard (optional) - Press + right-arrow key to keep you have purchased the optional backlit keyboard, the right-arrow key will ...have the backlit keyboard icon on keyboard, see the Dell Technology Guide. full keyboard/touch pad brightness b. Turns on the keys. When you slide your finger over the reader, it ....
...8 Num Lock light - To activate and use ). 6 Fingerprint reader (optional) - If you computer secure. Backlit Keyboard Brightness Settings - Using Your Studio Laptop 7 Keyboard/ Backlit Keyboard (optional) - Press + right-arrow key to keep you have purchased the optional backlit keyboard, the right-arrow key will ...have the backlit keyboard icon on keyboard, see the Dell Technology Guide. full keyboard/touch pad brightness b. Turns on the keys. When you slide your finger over the reader, it ....
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...(optional) - Helps to provide high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. 26 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 (optional) - Combines with the right digital array microphone to keep your computer. Using Your Studio Laptop Display Features The display panel holds an optional camera and accompanying dual microphones. 1 2 34 5 1 Display - Your display can...
...(optional) - Helps to provide high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. 26 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 (optional) - Combines with the right digital array microphone to keep your computer. Using Your Studio Laptop Display Features The display panel holds an optional camera and accompanying dual microphones. 1 2 34 5 1 Display - Your display can...
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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 next track or chapter Mute the sound Turn down the volume Turn up the volume Eject the disc 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 next track or chapter Mute the sound Turn down the volume Turn up the volume Eject the disc 27 Using Your Studio Laptop Media Controls To use the media controls, lightly touch the symbol and then release.
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... place. 4. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. Slide the battery out of fire or explosion. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Using Your Studio Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the bay. 1 2 3 4 1 Battery 2 Battery bay 3 Battery release latch 4 SIM...
... place. 4. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. Slide the battery out of fire or explosion. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Using Your Studio Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the bay. 1 2 3 4 1 Battery 2 Battery bay 3 Battery release latch 4 SIM...
