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... hard drive from sources other than Dell. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell Studio™ 1555 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: If you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see the Dell Technology Guide). NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide...
... hard drive from sources other than Dell. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell Studio™ 1555 Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive WARNING: If you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive (see the Dell Technology Guide). NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide...
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...Drive (FIHD). Follow the instructions in the computer base. 4. Back to the hard drive. 3. Replace the base cover (see the Dell Technology Guide). 8. Place the hard drive assembly in Before You Begin. 2. Replace the four screws that no stray screws remain inside ...the computer. Failure to do so may result in the FIHD. 7. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in protective antistatic packaging. Replacing the Hard Drive 1. 1 screws...
...Drive (FIHD). Follow the instructions in the computer base. 4. Back to the hard drive. 3. Replace the base cover (see the Dell Technology Guide). 8. Place the hard drive assembly in Before You Begin. 2. Replace the four screws that no stray screws remain inside ...the computer. Failure to do so may result in the FIHD. 7. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as needed (see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in protective antistatic packaging. Replacing the Hard Drive 1. 1 screws...
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...4. For example, the WLAN card connector is optional and may cause damage to slide the card into the appropriate system board connector. Install the drivers and utilities for each MiniCard supported by your Mini-Card compartment depends upon the type of display. 7. Do not install a UWB Mini-Card ...in the WWAN or WPAN slot. Back to the system board. 6. Replace the base cover (see the Dell Technology Guide. Doing so may not be available in all computers. Replacing the Mini-Card CAUTION: Install the UWB Mini-Card in the WLAN card...
...4. For example, the WLAN card connector is optional and may cause damage to slide the card into the appropriate system board connector. Install the drivers and utilities for each MiniCard supported by your Mini-Card compartment depends upon the type of display. 7. Do not install a UWB Mini-Card ...in the WWAN or WPAN slot. Back to the system board. 6. Replace the base cover (see the Dell Technology Guide. Doing so may not be available in all computers. Replacing the Mini-Card CAUTION: Install the UWB Mini-Card in the WLAN card...
Studio 15 1555 Setup Guide
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Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9 The Windows setup screens will need... is preconfigured with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer available at support.dell.com. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. To set up an Internet connection. NOTE: For more information on ...
Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, see support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9 The Windows setup screens will need... is preconfigured with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer available at support.dell.com. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. To set up an Internet connection. NOTE: For more information on ...
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...can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a ... (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows....
...can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a ... (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 10 You will require the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows....
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... to run the Program Compatibility Wizard: Windows 7 1. Solving Problems To run the software. Windows Vista 1. See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 54 Follow the instructions on the screen. Click Start → Control...
... to run the Program Compatibility Wizard: Windows 7 1. Solving Problems To run the software. Windows Vista 1. See the software documentation for information. --Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 54 Follow the instructions on the screen. Click Start → Control...
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...drive or from the boot menu and press . NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 76). 1. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Press during POST (Power On Self ... It is optional and may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on Dell computers. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is recommended that you print these procedures before you contact...
...drive or from the boot menu and press . NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on page 76). 1. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press immediately. Select Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Press during POST (Power On Self ... It is optional and may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on Dell computers. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is recommended that you print these procedures before you contact...
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... from the diagnostics utility partition on page 76). 60 Select the test you see "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. This will start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Write down your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window. ...system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to continue? (Recommended)." b. then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see a message stating that no diagnostic utility partition has been found with an error code and a description of the problem. If PSA is...
... from the diagnostics utility partition on page 76). 60 Select the test you see "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. This will start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Write down your hard drive and to go to the Choose An Option window. ...system logo appears, continue to wait until you want to continue? (Recommended)." b. then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see a message stating that no diagnostic utility partition has been found with an error code and a description of the problem. If PSA is...
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... system setup program. 3. Shut down your computer is displayed at the top of each test screen. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . 61...NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for your computer and try again. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer when you see the Microsoft® ...complete, close the test screen to return to wait until you contact Dell. 6. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2.
... system setup program. 3. Shut down your computer is displayed at the top of each test screen. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . 61...NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for your computer and try again. Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your computer when you see the Microsoft® ...complete, close the test screen to return to wait until you contact Dell. 6. Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. 2.
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... the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 7. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. Select the test you contact Dell. 9. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 62 If multiple versions are complete, close the test screen to return to the Choose... is displayed at the top of the problem will appear on page 76). Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the screen. The Service Tag helps you identify your computer when you want to proceed. 6. To exit the...
... the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 7. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. Select the test you contact Dell. 9. Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc. 62 If multiple versions are complete, close the test screen to return to the Choose... is displayed at the top of the problem will appear on page 76). Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the screen. The Service Tag helps you identify your computer when you want to proceed. 6. To exit the...
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... not be available in when you purchased your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Turn on your computer. 2. Disconnect all regions. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on page 68) to the computer and remove any programs or drivers installed after you to: • Backup and restore your computer...
... not be available in when you purchased your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. Turn on your computer. 2. Disconnect all regions. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on page 68) to the computer and remove any programs or drivers installed after you to: • Backup and restore your computer...
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...as the last method to restore your computer- If possible, back up the data before using this option. You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see "Dell DataSafe Local Backup" on page 65) to the operating state it was in certain countries or on . Data files include ... resolve your computer. If possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system problem. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data before using...
...as the last method to restore your computer- If possible, back up the data before using this option. You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see "Dell DataSafe Local Backup" on page 65) to the operating state it was in certain countries or on . Data files include ... resolve your computer. If possible, back up all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system problem. Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data before using...
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... 79 readme files access technical support and product help check on support.dell.com or to identify your Service tag/Express Service Code - Finding More Information and ...and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance the bottom of your computer the Dell Support Center. only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement find... Terms and Conditions (U.S. You must use the service tag to contact technical support find drivers and downloads;
... 79 readme files access technical support and product help check on support.dell.com or to identify your Service tag/Express Service Code - Finding More Information and ...and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and also see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance the bottom of your computer the Dell Support Center. only), Safety instructions, Regulatory information, Ergonomics information, and End User License Agreement find... Terms and Conditions (U.S. You must use the service tag to contact technical support find drivers and downloads;
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.... Computer Model Computer Information Studio 1555/1557/1558 Data bus width 64 bits Computer Information System chipset Intel GM45/PM45 + ICH9M (Studio 1555) Mobile Intel 5 series express chipset PM55 (Studio 1557) Mobile Intel 5 series express chipset HM55 (Studio 1558) DRAM bus width ...Flash EPROM Graphics bus PCI bus dual-channel (2) 64‑bit buses 4 MB PCI-E x16 32 bits 80 NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers...
.... Computer Model Computer Information Studio 1555/1557/1558 Data bus width 64 bits Computer Information System chipset Intel GM45/PM45 + ICH9M (Studio 1555) Mobile Intel 5 series express chipset PM55 (Studio 1557) Mobile Intel 5 series express chipset HM55 (Studio 1558) DRAM bus width ...Flash EPROM Graphics bus PCI bus dual-channel (2) 64‑bit buses 4 MB PCI-E x16 32 bits 80 NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers...
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Index A AC adapter size and weight 91 airflow, allowing 5 C calling Dell 75 CDs, playing and creating 45 chipset 80 computer capabilities 44 computer, setting up 5 Contacting Dell online 76 customer service 71 D damage, avoiding 5 DellConnect 71 Dell Diagnostics 59 Dell Factory Image Restore 68 Dell Support Center 55 Dell Touch Zone 36 Diagnostic Checklist 75 discs using 40 drivers and downloads 79 DVDs, playing and creating 45 95
Index A AC adapter size and weight 91 airflow, allowing 5 C calling Dell 75 CDs, playing and creating 45 chipset 80 computer capabilities 44 computer, setting up 5 Contacting Dell online 76 customer service 71 D damage, avoiding 5 DellConnect 71 Dell Diagnostics 59 Dell Factory Image Restore 68 Dell Support Center 55 Dell Touch Zone 36 Diagnostic Checklist 75 discs using 40 drivers and downloads 79 DVDs, playing and creating 45 95