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...; Setup 7 Connecting to the Internet (Optional 8 Setting up the TV Tuner (Optional) (Availability Varies by Regions 10 Setting Up the 5.1 Audio Connections 11 Using Your Studio XPS 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 18 Media, Wireless, and Power Controls 21 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 22 Software Features 25 Solving Problems 28 Network Problems 28 Power Problems 29 Memory Problems 30 Lockups and Software Problems 31 Dell Support Center 33 Using Support Tools 33 System Messages 34 Hardware Troubleshooter...
...; Setup 7 Connecting to the Internet (Optional 8 Setting up the TV Tuner (Optional) (Availability Varies by Regions 10 Setting Up the 5.1 Audio Connections 11 Using Your Studio XPS 12 Device Status Lights 12 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 18 Media, Wireless, and Power Controls 21 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 22 Software Features 25 Solving Problems 28 Network Problems 28 Power Problems 29 Memory Problems 30 Lockups and Software Problems 31 Dell Support Center 33 Using Support Tools 33 System Messages 34 Hardware Troubleshooter...
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... card setup see "Set up the TV Tuner" on supported models) - NOTE: When used with audio programs. 10 Audio Out/Headphone connectors (2) - Connect one or two pairs of headphones, or send audio to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 9 Audio In/Microphone connector - Using Your Studio XPS 3 VGA connector - If you are using the TV Tuner card (optional). Digital interface standard connector that supports an external DisplayPort monitors and projectors. 7 HDMI connector - Connects...
... card setup see "Set up the TV Tuner" on supported models) - NOTE: When used with audio programs. 10 Audio Out/Headphone connectors (2) - Connect one or two pairs of headphones, or send audio to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 9 Audio In/Microphone connector - Using Your Studio XPS 3 VGA connector - If you are using the TV Tuner card (optional). Digital interface standard connector that supports an external DisplayPort monitors and projectors. 7 HDMI connector - Connects...
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Backlit Keyboard/ Touch Pad Brightness Settings - full keyboard/touch pad brightness (default setting) b. Using Your Studio XPS Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the Studio XPS and hold it over. 2. Do not use batteries from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. Shut down the Studio XPS, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery out. 23 For more information on the keys. The three lighting states are: a. no lighting c. Allows certain software applications to toggle between the...
Backlit Keyboard/ Touch Pad Brightness Settings - full keyboard/touch pad brightness (default setting) b. Using Your Studio XPS Removing and Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the Studio XPS and hold it over. 2. Do not use batteries from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. Shut down the Studio XPS, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery out. 23 For more information on the keys. The three lighting states are: a. no lighting c. Allows certain software applications to toggle between the...
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... digital cameras and cell phones. To access the display properties window: 1. Using Your Studio XPS Entertainment and Multimedia You can use the power options in your operating system to music and internet radio stations. Right-click an open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your customization options. Microsoft® Windows Vista® provides three default options: • Balanced - Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use your Studio XPS to watch videos...
... digital cameras and cell phones. To access the display properties window: 1. Using Your Studio XPS Entertainment and Multimedia You can use the power options in your operating system to music and internet radio stations. Right-click an open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your customization options. Microsoft® Windows Vista® provides three default options: • Balanced - Customizing Your Energy Settings You can use your Studio XPS to watch videos...
Setup Guide
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..., lightly touch the wireless symbol on page 49. Wired Connections If the wired network connection is loose or damaged. - Try moving the computer closer to manage Wireless LAN. - The cable is lost - You can manage the Wireless LAN using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 33 or "Contacting Dell" on the center control cover and then release. You can not solve your problem using Dell Wireless WLAN Card Utility from Control Panel, to your wireless connection...
..., lightly touch the wireless symbol on page 49. Wired Connections If the wired network connection is loose or damaged. - Try moving the computer closer to manage Wireless LAN. - The cable is lost - You can manage the Wireless LAN using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 33 or "Contacting Dell" on the center control cover and then release. You can not solve your problem using Dell Wireless WLAN Card Utility from Control Panel, to your wireless connection...
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... that your Studio XPS. If the problem persists, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Solving Problems If the power light is solid white and the computer is in standby mode. The computer is not responding - For more information about the type of interference are: • power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • too many devices connected to a power strip • multiple power strips connected to ensure...
... that your Studio XPS. If the problem persists, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Solving Problems If the power light is solid white and the computer is in standby mode. The computer is not responding - For more information about the type of interference are: • power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • too many devices connected to a power strip • multiple power strips connected to ensure...
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...]. Replace the battery. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 49 for assistance). Keyboard failure - Alert! The computer failed to resolve the issue. Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. CPU fan has failed. CPU fan failure - Hard-disk drive read failure - Possible hard disk drive failure during POST (see "Contacting Dell" on page 49 for assistance). CMOS checksum error - Possible hard disk drive failure during HDD boot...
...]. Replace the battery. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com or see "Contacting Dell" on page 49 for assistance). Keyboard failure - Alert! The computer failed to resolve the issue. Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. CPU fan has failed. CPU fan failure - Hard-disk drive read failure - Possible hard disk drive failure during POST (see "Contacting Dell" on page 49 for assistance). CMOS checksum error - Possible hard disk drive failure during HDD boot...
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... working properly. 2. Type hardware troubleshooter in the system setup program and is recommended that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. NOTE: If your Studio XPS cannot display a screen image, running the diagnostics will beep while testing the display. The diagnostics will start testing the display. Using Support Tools To start the search. 3. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your hard drive...
... working properly. 2. Type hardware troubleshooter in the system setup program and is recommended that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. NOTE: If your Studio XPS cannot display a screen image, running the diagnostics will beep while testing the display. The diagnostics will start testing the display. Using Support Tools To start the search. 3. Start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your hard drive...
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Restoring Your Operating System Reinstalling Windows Vista The reinstallation process can take one time only. Insert the Operating System disc. 3. Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 4. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete. then, shut down your Studio XPS. 5. On the next start-up, your Studio XPS boots according to Boot from CD-ROM. Press any open programs. 2. Save and close...
Restoring Your Operating System Reinstalling Windows Vista The reinstallation process can take one time only. Insert the Operating System disc. 3. Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears. 4. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete. then, shut down your Studio XPS. 5. On the next start-up, your Studio XPS boots according to Boot from CD-ROM. Press any open programs. 2. Save and close...
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..., opening and replacing parts of your Studio XPS may void your hard drive. the Operating System disc. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. learn more about your Studio XPS. upgrade your computer, and readme files. run a diagnostic program for your Studio XPS, reinstall notebook system software, or update drivers for your Studio XPS with new or additional the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support...
..., opening and replacing parts of your Studio XPS may void your hard drive. the Operating System disc. Check your warranty and return policies before working inside your operating system, maintaining peripherals, RAID, Internet, Bluetooth®, networking, and e-mail. learn more about your Studio XPS. upgrade your computer, and readme files. run a diagnostic program for your Studio XPS, reinstall notebook system software, or update drivers for your Studio XPS with new or additional the Service Manual on the Dell™ Support...
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... connector one ExpressCard slot (54 mm) Cards supported ExpressCard/34 (34 mm) ExpressCard/54 (54 mm) 1.5 V and 3.3 V ExpressCard connector size 26 pins NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your Studio XPS. For more information regarding the configuration of your Studio XPS, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your Studio XPS. Basic Specifications System Model Studio XPS 1640 This...
... connector one ExpressCard slot (54 mm) Cards supported ExpressCard/34 (34 mm) ExpressCard/54 (54 mm) 1.5 V and 3.3 V ExpressCard connector size 26 pins NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your Studio XPS. For more information regarding the configuration of your Studio XPS, click Start → Help and Support and select the option to view information about your Studio XPS. Basic Specifications System Model Studio XPS 1640 This...
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I Internet connection 8 ISP Internet Service Provider 8 M memory support 53 N network connection fixing 28 O order status 46 P power problems, solving 29 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 28 processor 52 products information and purchasing 47 R reinstalling Windows 39 resources, finding more 50 restoring factory image 40 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 47 software features 25 software problems 31 solving problems 28 specifications 52 support email addresses 46 support sites worldwide 45 Index 63
I Internet connection 8 ISP Internet Service Provider 8 M memory support 53 N network connection fixing 28 O order status 46 P power problems, solving 29 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 28 processor 52 products information and purchasing 47 R reinstalling Windows 39 resources, finding more 50 restoring factory image 40 S setup, before you begin 5 shipping products for return or repair 47 software features 25 software problems 31 solving problems 28 specifications 52 support email addresses 46 support sites worldwide 45 Index 63
Service Manual
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.... Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Before You Begin Base Cover Hard Drive Rear Caps Processor Heat Sink Processor Thermal Fan Memory Coin-Cell Battery Wireless Mini-Card Palm Rest Keyboard Speakers Optical Drive Display Assembly IEEE 1394 Module Subwoofer Audio Board System Board TV Tuner Card (Optional) eSATA Connector AC Adapter Connector Battery Latch Assembly Flashing the BIOS Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem...
.... Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Before You Begin Base Cover Hard Drive Rear Caps Processor Heat Sink Processor Thermal Fan Memory Coin-Cell Battery Wireless Mini-Card Palm Rest Keyboard Speakers Optical Drive Display Assembly IEEE 1394 Module Subwoofer Audio Board System Board TV Tuner Card (Optional) eSATA Connector AC Adapter Connector Battery Latch Assembly Flashing the BIOS Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem...
Service Manual
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... Your Computer. CAUTION: Before you connect a cable, ensure that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by performing the removal procedure in on its pins. Some cables have connectors with your docking device for at least 8 to ensure your operating system, press and hold the power button for instructions. Turn off . Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you begin...
... Your Computer. CAUTION: Before you connect a cable, ensure that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by performing the removal procedure in on its pins. Some cables have connectors with your docking device for at least 8 to ensure your operating system, press and hold the power button for instructions. Turn off . Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you begin...
Service Manual
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... main battery is attached. 2. Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive 1. Click Download Now to boot from the CD. When the flash update is provided with the new system board, flash the BIOS from a CD before inserting the CD. 2. Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive If a BIOS upgrade CD is complete, the computer will automatically reboot. 3. If you use a BIOS upgrade...
... main battery is attached. 2. Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive 1. Click Download Now to boot from the CD. When the flash update is provided with the new system board, flash the BIOS from a CD before inserting the CD. 2. Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive If a BIOS upgrade CD is complete, the computer will automatically reboot. 3. If you use a BIOS upgrade...
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...: Hard drives are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell. NOTICE: When the hard drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the computer base. Remove the base cover (see the Dell Technology Guide). Back to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see Removing the Base Cover). 3. NOTE: If you remove the hard drive from sources other than Dell, you need to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive...
...: Hard drives are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell. NOTICE: When the hard drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the computer base. Remove the base cover (see the Dell Technology Guide). Back to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see Removing the Base Cover). 3. NOTE: If you remove the hard drive from sources other than Dell, you need to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive...
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... securing clips on your warranty. Follow the instructions in the DIMM B connector. Back to Contents Page Memory Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that can increase your computer. See "Specifications" in the module edge connector with your computer. Install only memory modules that is not authorized by your computer...
... securing clips on your warranty. Follow the instructions in the DIMM B connector. Back to Contents Page Memory Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Memory Module(s) Replacing the Memory Module(s) CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that can increase your computer. See "Specifications" in the module edge connector with your computer. Install only memory modules that is not authorized by your computer...
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... WWAN (black triangle) black with your computer. Remove the new Mini-Card from a source other end of the system board connector. Connect the appropriate antenna cables to slide the card into the appropriate system board connector. Connectors on . 3. Secure the unused antenna cables in the safety information that secures the Mini-Card to Contents Page Install the drivers and utilities for the MiniCard supported by your...
... WWAN (black triangle) black with your computer. Remove the new Mini-Card from a source other end of the system board connector. Connect the appropriate antenna cables to slide the card into the appropriate system board connector. Connectors on . 3. Secure the unused antenna cables in the safety information that secures the Mini-Card to Contents Page Install the drivers and utilities for the MiniCard supported by your...
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... prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Disconnect the speaker cable from the back of the speaker cable routing. 7. Replace the keyboard (see Removing the Palm Rest). 3. Back to Contents Page Speakers Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Speakers Replacing the Speakers CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the...
... prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Disconnect the speaker cable from the back of the speaker cable routing. 7. Replace the keyboard (see Removing the Palm Rest). 3. Back to Contents Page Speakers Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Speakers Replacing the Speakers CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the...
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... Removing the Optical Drive). 12. Damage due to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Remove the base cover (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 6. Remove the memory module(s) (see Removing the Base Cover). 3. Remove the Mini-Cards, if any (see Removing the Hard Drive). 5. NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs...
... Removing the Optical Drive). 12. Damage due to Contents Page System Board Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. Remove the base cover (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 6. Remove the memory module(s) (see Removing the Base Cover). 3. Remove the Mini-Cards, if any (see Removing the Hard Drive). 5. NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs...
