SETUP GUIDE
SETUP GUIDE Model PP40L
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable.
Contents Setting Up Your Studio Laptop ����������������������5 Display Features �������������������������������������������� 26 Before Setting Up Your Computer ���������������� 5 Removing and Replacing the Battery ������������������������������������������������������������ 27 Connect the AC Adapter �������������������������������� 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) ���������� 7 Software Features ���������������������������������������� 28 Press the Power Button �����������������������������
Contents Restoring Your Operating System ��������������44 Appendix ������������������������������������������������������66 System Restore ���������������������������������������������� 44 Macrovision Product Notice ������������������������ 66 Dell Factory Image Restore �������������������������� 45 Index ��������������������������������������������������������������67 Operating System Reinstallation ������������������ 47 Getting Help ��������������������������������������������������49 Technical
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Studio 14z laptop 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 surface to place your computer. Restricting airflow around your Studio laptop may cause it to overheat. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at the back of the computer and a minimum of 5.
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. 6 NOTE: Use only Dell AC adapter family PA-2E or PA-12 with your computer. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) Press the Power Button To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Microsoft® Windows Vista® Setup Installing the SIM (Optional) Your Dell computer is preconfigured with Windows Vista. To set up Windows Vista for the first time, follow the instructions 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 agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection.
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop 2 1 3 1 Battery bay 2 SIM card 3 SIM card slot To insert the SIM: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Remove the battery, see “Removing and Replacing the Battery” on page 27. 3. In the battery bay, slide the SIM into the SIM card slot.
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) To turn on wireless, with the computer turned on: 1. Press or press the keyboard. key on the The Wireless icon appears at the bottom right of the screen 2. Select one of the following: ––Enable Bluetooth ––Enable Wireless LAN ––Enable Wireless WAN/GPS 3. Click OK. To turn off wireless, press or press the key on the keyboard.
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) NOTE: ISPs 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 WLAN adapter is not a part of your original order, you can purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com.
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut: 1. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2. Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft Windows® desktop. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with a different ISP, perform the steps in the following section.
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Using Your Studio Laptop Your Studio 14z laptop has indicators and buttons that provide information and enable you to perform common tasks. The connectors on your computer provide the option of attaching additional devices.
Using Your Studio Laptop 1 ExpressCard slot/8-in-1 Media Card Reader adapter – Provides support for additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia, and security features. Supports 34 mm ExpressCards. If you have ordered an 8-in-1 media card adapter, it is installed in the slot. If not, the computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot.
Using Your Studio Laptop 2 3 Audio in/Microphone connector – Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs. 4 IEEE 1394 connector – Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras. 5 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare – Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard disk drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player).
Using Your Studio Laptop 7 AC adapter connector – Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. 8 Battery status light – Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate the battery charge status. The light indicates the following states when the computer is powered by the battery: • No light – The battery is adequately charged. • Solid amber – The battery charge is low. 9 Power button and light – Turns the computer on or off when pressed.
Using Your Studio Laptop Left Side Features 4 1 18 2 3 5
Using Your Studio Laptop 1 Security cable slot – Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer. 2 Network connector – Connects your computer to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 3 USB 2.0 connector – Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player.
Using Your Studio Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 20 2 3
Using Your Studio Laptop 1 Keyboard/Backlit keyboard (optional) – If you have purchased the optional backlit keyboard, the F6 key has the backlit keyboard icon on it. The optional backlit keyboard provides visibility in dark environments by illuminating all symbols on the keys. For more information on using the keyboard, see the Dell Technology Guide. 3 Touch pad – Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left-click by tapping the surface.
Using Your Studio Laptop Touch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll through content. The scroll feature includes: Traditional Scroll – Allows you to scroll up and down, or right and left. To scroll up and down: Move a finger up or down in the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touch pad) to scroll up or down on the active window. To scroll right and left: Move a finger right or left in the horizontal scroll zone (extreme bottom of the touch pad) to scroll right or left on the active window.
Using Your Studio Laptop Zoom Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the screen content. The zoom feature includes: One finger zoom – Allows you to zoom in or out. To zoom in: Move a finger up in the zoom zone (extreme left of the touch pad) to zoom in. To zoom out: Move a finger down in the zoom zone (extreme left of the touch pad) to zoom out.
Using Your Studio Laptop Media Controls The media control keys are located on the keyboard control media playback. To use the media controls, press the required key. You can configure the media control keys using the Function Key Behavior in the System Setup utility. The options in the Function Key Behavior setting are: 24 Multimedia Key First - This is the default setting. Pressing any media control key performs the associated multimedia action.
Using Your Studio Laptop Mute the sound Play or pause Turn down the volume Play the next track or chapter by pressing the key once Turn up the volume Play the previous track or chapter by pressing the key once Fast rewind by pressing and holding the key Fast forward by pressing and holding the key Eject the disc from optional USB/eSATA optical drive.
Using Your Studio Laptop Display Features The display panel holds a camera and accompanying dual microphones. 1 23 4 5 1 Left digital array microphone – Combines with the right digital array microphone to provide high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. 26 2 Camera activity light – Indicates if the camera is on or off. 3 Camera – Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat.
Using Your Studio Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: 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. To remove the battery: 1. Shut down the computer and turn it over. 2. Slide the battery release latch to the side. 3. Slide the battery out. To replace the battery, slide it into the bay until it clicks into place.
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. FastAccess facial recognition Your computer may have the FastAccess facial recognition feature.
Using Your Studio Laptop You can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices, such as digital cameras and cell phones. Optional software applications enable you to organize and create music and video files that can be recorded to disc, saved on portable products such as MP3 players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment.
Using Your Studio Laptop Backing Up Your Data It is recommended that you periodically back up files and folders on your computer. To back up files: 1. Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Maintenance→ Welcome Center→ Transfer files and settings. 2. Click Back up files or Back up computer. 3. Click Continue on the User Account Control window and follow the instructions in the Back up Files wizard.
Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer. If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see “Using Support Tools” on page 38 or “Contacting Dell” on page 55. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com for advanced service and troubleshooting instructions.
Solving Problems • If available, install memory modules of the same type in your computer. Network Problems • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 55). If the wireless network connection is lost — Three beeps — Possible motherboard failure Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 55). Four beeps — RAM Read/Write failure • Ensure that no special memory module/ memory connector placement requirements exist (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.
Solving Problems Wired Connections If the network connection is lost — The cable is loose or damaged. • Check the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged. 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-Mbps network and the computer.
Solving Problems If the power light is solid white and the computer is not responding — The display may not be responding. Press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. If the power light is blinking white — The computer is in standby mode. Move the pointer using the connected mouse or press the power button to resume normal operation.
Solving Problems If you experience other memory problems — • Ensure that you are following the memory installation guidelines (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Check if the memory module is compatible with your computer. Your computer supports DDR3 memory. For more information about the type of memory supported by your computer, see “Specifications” on page 58. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see “Dell Diagnostics” on page 41).
Solving Problems NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involve discs. If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears — WARNING: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
Solving Problems ––Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for information. ––Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. ––Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. ––If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
Using Support Tools 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.
Using Support Tools System Messages If your computer has an issue or error, it may display a System Message that will help you identify the cause and action needed to resolve the issue. NOTE: If the message you received is not listed in the following examples, see the documentation for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. Alternatively you could see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard disk or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.
Using Support Tools No boot device available — No bootable partition on hard disk drive, the hard disk drive cable is loose, or no bootable device exists. • If the hard drive is your boot device, ensure that the cables are connected and that the drive is installed properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see the Dell Technology Guide on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com).
Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter Dell Diagnostics If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured, you can use the Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the incompatibility. If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 35 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. To start the Hardware Troubleshooter: 1.
Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, see “Contacting Dell” on page 55. 1. Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is known to be working properly. 4. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.
Using Support Tools NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the system setup program. 3. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . 4. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the menu that appears and press . 5. Type 1 to start the CD menu and press to proceed. 6. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list.
Restoring Your Operating System 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 returns your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer.
Restoring Your Operating System CAUTION: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor your data files or recover them. NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Starting System Restore 1. Click Start . 2. In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press . NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear.
Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on certain computers. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to restore your operating system. This option restores your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer. Any programs or files added since you received your computer—including data files—are permanently deleted from the hard drive.
Restoring Your Operating System 7. Click Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. NOTE: If you do not want to proceed with Factory Image Restore, click Cancel. 8. Select the checkbox to confirm that you want to continue reformatting the hard drive and restoring the system software to the factory condition, then click Next. The restore process begins and may take five or more minutes to complete.
Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to load any required drivers. Depending on the region from which you ordered your computer, or whether you requested the disc, the Dell Drivers and Utilities disc and Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. Reinstalling Windows Vista NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive.
Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: 6. If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see “Before You Call” on page 54. 1. See “Solving Problems” on page 31 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at the computer so that the support staff can assist you with any necessary procedures. 2.
Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service Dell’s support service is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Our support staff use computer-based diagnostics to provide fast, accurate answers. To contact Dell’s support service, see “Before You Call” on page 54 and then see the contact information for your region or go to support.dell.com.
Getting Help Online Services You can learn about Dell products and services on the following websites: • www.dell.com • www.dell.com/ap (Asian/Pacific countries only) • www.dell.com/jp (Japan only) • www.euro.dell.com (Europe only) • www.dell.com/la (Latin American and Caribbean countries) • www.dell.ca (Canada only) You can access Dell Support through the following websites and e-mail addresses: Dell Support websites • support.dell.com Dell Support e-mail addresses • mobile_support@us.dell.
Getting Help Automated Order-Status Service Product Information To check on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered, you can go to support.dell.com, or you can call the automated order-status service. A recording prompts you for the information needed to locate and report on your order. For the telephone number to call your region, see “Contacting Dell” on page 55.
Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Prepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows: 1. Call Dell to obtain a Return Material Authorization Number, and write it clearly and prominently on the outside of the box. 2. For the telephone number to call for your region, see “Contacting Dell” on page 55. 3. Include a copy of the invoice and a letter describing the reason for the return. 6.
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 following Diagnostics Checklist. If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for assistance and call from a telephone at or near the computer.
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 For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: reinstall your operating system. the Operating System disc. run a diagnostic program for your computer, reinstall notebook system software, or update drivers for your computer, and readme files. the Drivers and Utilities disc. learn more about your operating system, maintaining peripherals, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. the Dell Technology Guide installed on your hard drive.
Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find safety best practices information for your computer the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. review Warranty information, Terms and Conditions (U.S. only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement.
Specifications System Model Processor Studio 14z Type This section provides 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 → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer.
Specifications Memory Connectors Computer Information one user-accessible SODIMM connector System Chipset Intel NVIDIA MCP79MX Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width dual channel (2) 64-bit buses Capacities 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB Type 1067 MHz SODIMM DDR3 1 GB (single channel) Processor address bus width 32 bits Minimum Maximum 5 GB (dual channel) Flash EPROM 2 MB NOTE: Memory specification of greater than 4 GB is not well supported by 32-bit operating systems.
Specifications Communications Modem (optional) Video External V.92 56K USB modem Video memory 256 MB of system memory (shared) Modem controller Hardware modem LCD interface LVDS Modem interface Universal Serial Bus (USB) Audio Network adapter 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless WPAN with Bluetooth® wireless technology, internal WWAN, WLAN with WiFi bgn Audio type IDT 92HD83 High Definition Audio codec Audio controller 5.
Specifications Connectors Display Audio one microphone connector, two stereo headphone/ speaker connectors Type IEEE 1394a 4-pin serial connector Dimensions: Mini-Card one full Mini-Card and one half Mini-Card slots Height 173.95 mm (6.85 inches) Network adapter RJ45 port Width 309.4 mm (12.2 inches) Diagonal 356 mm (14.0 inches) eSATA one seven-pin/fourpin eSATA/USB combo connector USB two 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors HDMI 19-pin connector DisplayPort 20-pin connector 14.
Specifications Display Keyboard (backlit) Viewing Angles: Number of keys 86 (U.S. and Canada); 87 (Europe); 90 (Japan); 87 (Brazil) Layout QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji Horizontal ±40° (HD and HD+ with TrueLife) Vertical +15°/–30° (HD and HD+ with TrueLife) Pixel pitch: Camera Pixel 1.3 megapixel HD with TrueLife 0.2265 mm Video resolution 320 x 240 ~1280 x 1024 (640 x 480 at 30 fps) HD+ with TrueLife 0.
Specifications Touch Pad Battery X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Weight 0.35 kg (0.77 lb) (6-cell) 0.432 kg (0.95 lb) (8-cell) Size: Width 81.0 mm (3.19 inches) sensor-active area Height 42.0 mm (1.65 inches) rectangle Voltage 11.1 VDC (6/8-cell) Charge time (approximate): 4 hours (when the computer is turned off) Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions.
Specifications Battery AC Adapter Temperature range: Output current Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage – Coin-cell battery CR-2032 40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F) 3.34 A (continuous) Rated output voltage 19.5 +/- 1 VDC Dimensions: 65 W (E-Series) AC Adapter Input voltage 4.34 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 100–240 VAC Height 16 mm (0.6 inches) 15 mm (0.59 inches) (AutoAir Adapter) 115–230 VAC (Auto-Air Adapter) Input current (maximum) 1.5 A Width 66 mm (2.6 inches) 2.
Specifications Physical Height Physical 20.0 mm to 30.9 mm (0.787 inches to 1.21 inches) Width 336.0 mm (13.22 inches) Depth 229.0 mm (9.01 inches) Weight (with 6-cell battery): Configurable to less than 2.13 kg (4.7 lb) Altitude (maximum): Operating 15.
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Index A customer service 50 AC adapter customizing your desktop 29 size and weight 64 your energy settings 29 airflow, allowing 5 D B backups creating 30 C calling Dell 54 CDs, playing and creating 28 chipset 59 computer capabilities 28 computer, setting up 5 conserving energy 29 Contacting Dell online 55 damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 30 DellConnect 50 Dell Diagnostics 41 Dell Factory Image Restore 44 Dell Support Center 38 Dell support website 57 Dell Technology Guide for further informatio
Index DisplayPort connector 19 help drivers and downloads 57 getting assistance and support 49 DVDs, playing and creating 29 horizontal and vertical stand options 6 E I email addresses for technical support 51 energy installing the stand 6 Internet connection 11 ISP conserving 29 expansion bus 60 F Internet Service Provider 11 M memory problems finding more information 56 solving 34 FTP login, anonymous 51 memory support 59 H N hardware problems diagnosing 41 Hardware Troubleshooter 41
Index network speed testing 32 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products P power problems, solving 33 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 31 processor 58 products information and purchasing 52 R reinstalling Windows 44 resources, finding more 56 restoring factory image 45 for return or repair 53 SIM 8 software features 28 software problems 35 solving problems 31 specifications 58 support email addresses 51 support sites worldwide 50 System Messages 39 System Restore 44 U USB PowerShare 16 69
Index V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 53 Windows, reinstalling 44 Windows Vista® 8 Program Compatibility Wizard 36 reinstalling 48 wireless network connection 32 70
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