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... 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...
... 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...
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... and plug it in again to continue charging the device. 16 NOTE: The USB PowerShare will be used for charging USB devices when the computer is turned to charge the device. NOTE: If the Studio XPS is powered on to powered off when only 10% of ... 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). battery is turned on battery power • Solid amber - Using Your Studio XPS 5 eSATA/USB combo connector with the USB specification.
... and plug it in again to continue charging the device. 16 NOTE: The USB PowerShare will be used for charging USB devices when the computer is turned to charge the device. NOTE: If the Studio XPS is powered on to powered off when only 10% of ... 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). battery is turned on battery power • Solid amber - Using Your Studio XPS 5 eSATA/USB combo connector with the USB specification.
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...a powered speaker or sound system. Connects to an external antenna, through a MCX connector, to view programs using a cabled network signal, this connects your Studio XPS to a TV for use with a monitor, only the video signal will be read. 8 USB connectors (2) - Connects to a network or broadband device....on page 10. 5 Network connector - 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 - If you are using the TV Tuner card (optional). The ...
...a powered speaker or sound system. Connects to an external antenna, through a MCX connector, to view programs using a cabled network signal, this connects your Studio XPS to a TV for use with a monitor, only the video signal will be read. 8 USB connectors (2) - Connects to a network or broadband device....on page 10. 5 Network connector - 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 - If you are using the TV Tuner card (optional). The ...
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... together). 2 Touch pad buttons - To change the circular scrolling and zoom settings, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in and out by spreading two fingers or by tapping the surface. Using Your Studio XPS Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 4 22 1 Touch pad - It supports circular scrolling and zoom. Provides the functionality of your...
... together). 2 Touch pad buttons - To change the circular scrolling and zoom settings, double-click the Dell Touch pad icon in and out by spreading two fingers or by tapping the surface. Using Your Studio XPS Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 4 22 1 Touch pad - It supports circular scrolling and zoom. Provides the functionality of your...
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...three lighting states (in use). full keyboard/touch pad brightness (default setting) b. half keyboard/touch pad brightness 4 Consumer IR - CAUTION: Before removing the battery, shut down the Studio XPS and turn it in dark environments by the Dell Travel Remote (an optional device that ... + right-arrow key to be controlled by illuminating all symbols on keyboard, see Dell Technology Guide. Slide the battery release latch towards the side of fire or explosion. This Studio XPS should only use batteries from Dell. The three lighting states are: a. To remove the battery: 1....
...three lighting states (in use). full keyboard/touch pad brightness (default setting) b. half keyboard/touch pad brightness 4 Consumer IR - CAUTION: Before removing the battery, shut down the Studio XPS and turn it in dark environments by the Dell Travel Remote (an optional device that ... + right-arrow key to be controlled by illuminating all symbols on keyboard, see Dell Technology Guide. Slide the battery release latch towards the side of fire or explosion. This Studio XPS should only use batteries from Dell. The three lighting states are: a. To remove the battery: 1....
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... are: • power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • too many devices connected to a power strip • multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet Memory Problems If you encounter interference that your Studio XPS. If the problem persists, ...Studio XPS, see "Basic Specifications" on page 52. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 36). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Dell Technology Guide on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) to ensure that hinders reception on the Dell Support website at support.dell...
... are: • power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables • too many devices connected to a power strip • multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet Memory Problems If you encounter interference that your Studio XPS. If the problem persists, ...Studio XPS, see "Basic Specifications" on page 52. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 36). • Reseat the memory modules (see the Dell Technology Guide on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) to ensure that hinders reception on the Dell Support website at support.dell...
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...the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your Studio XPS off and then restart your Studio XPS. Click Applications. 3. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to non-Windows Vista operating...3. End the program: 1. Press simultaneously. 2. NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to 10 seconds until your Studio XPS turns off . Ensure that the power cable is designed for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown. If you are...
...the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your Studio XPS off and then restart your Studio XPS. Click Applications. 3. NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to non-Windows Vista operating...3. End the program: 1. Press simultaneously. 2. NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to 10 seconds until your Studio XPS turns off . Ensure that the power cable is designed for at least 8 to perform an operating system shutdown. If you are...
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... with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your pointer using the touch pad or mouse, press the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until your Studio XPS turns off and then restart your Studio XPS off. Turn your Studio XPS. If you have other software problems -... the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. --Write down any open files or programs and shut down your Studio XPS through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program ...
... with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your pointer using the touch pad or mouse, press the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until your Studio XPS turns off and then restart your Studio XPS off. Turn your Studio XPS. If you have other software problems -... the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. --Write down any open files or programs and shut down your Studio XPS through the Start menu. • Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program ...
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... your Studio XPS has an issue or error, it may display a System Message that will help in the following examples, see the documentation for assistance). For help you received is connected. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 34 CPU fan failure - Hard-disk (HDD) drive failure - Keyboard failure...
... your Studio XPS has an issue or error, it may display a System Message that will help in the following examples, see the documentation for assistance). For help you received is connected. See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 34 CPU fan failure - Hard-disk (HDD) drive failure - Keyboard failure...
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... need to complete. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. NOTE: Depending upon your Studio XPS-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to the factory condition, then click Next. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. Restoring Your Operating System 6. Turn on the computer...
... need to complete. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears. NOTE: Depending upon your Studio XPS-including data files-are permanently deleted from the hard drive. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to the factory condition, then click Next. Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5. Restoring Your Operating System 6. Turn on the computer...
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...keyboard, relay detailed information during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at the computer itself. Diagnostic Checklist • Name: • Date: • Address: • Phone number: 48 • Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of problem and troubleshooting procedures you call Dell for your Studio XPS...file. Getting Help Before You Call NOTE: Have your call more efficiently. If possible, turn on your Studio XPS before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of your Service Tag ...
...keyboard, relay detailed information during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at the computer itself. Diagnostic Checklist • Name: • Date: • Address: • Phone number: 48 • Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of problem and troubleshooting procedures you call Dell for your Studio XPS...file. Getting Help Before You Call NOTE: Have your call more efficiently. If possible, turn on your Studio XPS before calling Dell. • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic code: • Description of your Service Tag ...
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... 198.72 mm (7.82 in) (WLED/RGBLED) Width Diagonal 353.28 mm (13.91 in) (WLED) 353.45 mm (13.92 in) (RGBLED) 406.4 mm (16 in) Maximum resolution Refresh rate 1366 x 768 (WLED) 1920 x 1080 (RGBLED) 60 Hz Operating angle 0° (closed) to 140° Luminance (with ETED) 270 cd...° (WLED) min. ±65° (RGBLED) min ±45° (WLED/RGBLED) min. 0.2588 mm (WLED) 0.1840 mm (RGBLED) brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts (see Dell Technology Guide for more information.)
... 198.72 mm (7.82 in) (WLED/RGBLED) Width Diagonal 353.28 mm (13.91 in) (WLED) 353.45 mm (13.92 in) (RGBLED) 406.4 mm (16 in) Maximum resolution Refresh rate 1366 x 768 (WLED) 1920 x 1080 (RGBLED) 60 Hz Operating angle 0° (closed) to 140° Luminance (with ETED) 270 cd...° (WLED) min. ±65° (RGBLED) min ±45° (WLED/RGBLED) min. 0.2588 mm (WLED) 0.1840 mm (RGBLED) brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts (see Dell Technology Guide for more information.)
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Keyboard (backlit) Number of keys Layout 86 (U.S. and Canada); 87 (Europe); 90 (Japan) QWERTY/AZERTY/ Kanji Camera Pixel Video resolution Diagonal viewing angle X/Y position resolution (graphics ...
Keyboard (backlit) Number of keys Layout 86 (U.S. and Canada); 87 (Europe); 90 (Japan) QWERTY/AZERTY/ Kanji Camera Pixel Video resolution Diagonal viewing angle X/Y position resolution (graphics ...
Service Manual
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....; Trademarks used in trademarks and trade names other countries. A00 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...
....; Trademarks used in trademarks and trade names other countries. A00 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...
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... working inside the computer. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. 6. Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. NOTICE: To help prevent...
... working inside the computer. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. 6. Back to Contents Page Keyboard Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. NOTICE: To help prevent...
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Back to the palm rest. Replace the thirteen screws that secure the keyboard to Contents Page Replace the palm rest (Replacing the Palm Rest). 3. NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. 4.
Back to the palm rest. Replace the thirteen screws that secure the keyboard to Contents Page Replace the palm rest (Replacing the Palm Rest). 3. NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard. 4.
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..., remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at the back center of the palm rest, use your computer. Disconnect the keyboard cable and the touch pad cable from the computer base. 5. Damage due to servicing that shipped with your warranty. Removing the Palm...: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer. Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Replacing the Palm Rest CAUTION: Before working inside the computer. Follow the instructions in ...
..., remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at the back center of the palm rest, use your computer. Disconnect the keyboard cable and the touch pad cable from the computer base. 5. Damage due to servicing that shipped with your warranty. Removing the Palm...: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer. Back to Contents Page Palm Rest Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Palm Rest Replacing the Palm Rest CAUTION: Before working inside the computer. Follow the instructions in ...
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... board connectors. 3. Align the palm rest tabs and the palm rest with the computer base and gently snap the palm rest into place. Reconnect the keyboard cable and the touch pad cable to Contents Page Replace the rear caps (see Replacing the Base Cover). 7.
... board connectors. 3. Align the palm rest tabs and the palm rest with the computer base and gently snap the palm rest into place. Reconnect the keyboard cable and the touch pad cable to Contents Page Replace the rear caps (see Replacing the Base Cover). 7.
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... avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer. Remove the keyboard (see Replacing the Palm Rest). Replace the palm rest (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. Back to Contents Page Speakers Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Speakers Replacing the Speakers CAUTION: Before working inside your computer...
... avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your computer. Remove the keyboard (see Replacing the Palm Rest). Replace the palm rest (see Removing the Keyboard). 4. Back to Contents Page Speakers Dell™ Studio XPS™ 1640 Service Manual Removing the Speakers Replacing the Speakers CAUTION: Before working inside your computer...