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... 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Studio Laptop 20 Right Side Features 20 Left Side Features 24 Computer Base Features 28 Touch Pad Gestures 30 Multimedia Control Keys 32 Display...Optional 36 Using the Optical Drive 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Free Fall Sensor 45 Dell Dock 46 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 47 Solving Problems 48 Touch Screen Problems 48 Beep Codes 49 Network Problems 50 Power Problems 51 Memory Problems 52 Lockups and Software...
... 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Studio Laptop 20 Right Side Features 20 Left Side Features 24 Computer Base Features 28 Touch Pad Gestures 30 Multimedia Control Keys 32 Display...Optional 36 Using the Optical Drive 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Free Fall Sensor 45 Dell Dock 46 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 47 Solving Problems 48 Touch Screen Problems 48 Beep Codes 49 Network Problems 50 Power Problems 51 Memory Problems 52 Lockups and Software...
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... on fabric surfaces, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to place your computer. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Dell™ computer in the air vents. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your laptop may result in ...: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may cause it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Do not place your Studio 1555/1557/1558 laptop. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a fire....
... on fabric surfaces, such as a cabinet or drawer when it to place your computer. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop This section provides information about setting up your Dell™ computer in the air vents. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your laptop may result in ...: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the computer may cause it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Do not place your Studio 1555/1557/1558 laptop. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a fire....
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Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. To enable the touch screen features, click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ ... trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. See the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 55 or "Contacting Dell" on page 76. Touch Screen Problems Some or all multi-touch features are not working - • Certain touch screen features...
Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for advanced service instructions. To enable the touch screen features, click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ ... trained service personnel should remove the computer cover. See the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for your problem using the following guidelines, see "Using Support Tools" on page 55 or "Contacting Dell" on page 76. Touch Screen Problems Some or all multi-touch features are not working - • Certain touch screen features...
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... memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Chipset error Four RAM read/write failure Five Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or chip failure Seven... Processor failure Eight Display failure 49 Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series...
... memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. If this occurs, write down the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Chipset error Four RAM read/write failure Five Real Time Clock failure Six Video card or chip failure Seven... Processor failure Eight Display failure 49 Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series...
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The cable is lost - Wired Connections If the wired network connection is loose or damaged. Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is powered on page 17). • Interference may be blocking or interrupting your wireless router. The wireless router ...
The cable is lost - Wired Connections If the wired network connection is loose or damaged. Solving Problems Network Problems Wireless Connections If the wireless network connection is powered on page 17). • Interference may be blocking or interrupting your wireless router. The wireless router ...
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... 76). 51 If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the AC adapter is not responding - The display may not be responding. • Press the power button until the computer turns off...
... 76). 51 If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the AC adapter is not responding - The display may not be responding. • Press the power button until the computer turns off...
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...responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the touch pad, or press the power button to resume normal operation. • If the display is ...creating interference by interrupting or blocking other memory problems - • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 59). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close...
...responding, press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the touch pad, or press the power button to resume normal operation. • If the display is ...creating interference by interrupting or blocking other memory problems - • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 59). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close...
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...of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. 53 NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to the electrical outlet. Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - If a program crashes repeatedly - CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to ...Windows® operating system - If a program is designed for at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on the CD. Solving Problems If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Click Applications. 3.
...of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. 53 NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in an environment similar to the electrical outlet. Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - If a program crashes repeatedly - CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to ...Windows® operating system - If a program is designed for at least 8 to get a response by pressing a key on the CD. Solving Problems If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. Click Applications. 3.
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...8594; Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 54 Solving Problems To run the software. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program ...the software manufacturer for previous versions of Windows. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen. If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to run the Program Compatibility Wizard: Windows 7 1.
...8594; Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with the program. --If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 54 Solving Problems To run the software. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made for troubleshooting information: --Ensure that the program ...the software manufacturer for previous versions of Windows. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen. If you have other software problems - • Back up your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to run the Program Compatibility Wizard: Windows 7 1.
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...at checkpoint [nnnn]. NOTE: If the message you identify the cause and action needed to register and download the software. Contact Dell (see the documentation for reinstallation or create your own backup media. Go to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for future use... My Dell Downloads: 1. This software is not listed in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at booting this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - Some of the software for the same error. The...
...at checkpoint [nnnn]. NOTE: If the message you identify the cause and action needed to register and download the software. Contact Dell (see the documentation for reinstallation or create your own backup media. Go to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for future use... My Dell Downloads: 1. This software is not listed in resolving this problem, please note this system have failed at booting this checkpoint and contact Dell Technical Support - Some of the software for the same error. The...
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... to resolve the incompatibility. USB over current error - Disconnect the USB device. In the search results, select the option that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 58 CAUTION - S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive failure. A chip on page 76). A parameter out of... them. Use an external power source to function properly. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Your USB device needs more power for it to connect the USB device, or if your data regularly. Contact...
... to resolve the incompatibility. USB over current error - Disconnect the USB device. In the search results, select the option that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 58 CAUTION - S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard drive failure. A chip on page 76). A parameter out of... them. Use an external power source to function properly. Click Start → Help and Support. 2. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Your USB device needs more power for it to connect the USB device, or if your data regularly. Contact...
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... is optional and may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on page 53 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Ensure that the device that is connected to an electrical outlet that you want to enter the System Setup (...3. It is active. Press during POST (Power On Self Test) to test displays in "Lockups and Software Problems" on your computer. 59 Turn on page 76). 1. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. This may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in the system setup program and...
... is optional and may invoke the Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) on page 53 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Ensure that the device that is connected to an electrical outlet that you want to enter the System Setup (...3. It is active. Press during POST (Power On Self Test) to test displays in "Lockups and Software Problems" on your computer. 59 Turn on page 76). 1. Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer. This may not ship with your computer, perform the checks in the system setup program and...
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Do you want to run the remaining memory tests? c. then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. b. Do you want to the Choose An Option window. If you see a message stating that no ...appears with this system so far. If a problem is not invoked: Press any key to start running the tests. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message is invoked: a. d. The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. This will start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Write...
Do you want to run the remaining memory tests? c. then, shut down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer and try again. b. Do you want to the Choose An Option window. If you see a message stating that no ...appears with this system so far. If a problem is not invoked: Press any key to start running the tests. If the PSA completes successfully, the following message is invoked: a. d. The PSA will take about 30 minutes or more. This will start the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. Write...
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...Support Tools 4. Type 1 to start the CD menu and press to run. 8. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. Select the test you encounter a problem during a test, a message with the error code and a description of each test screen. The Service Tag ...helps you identify your computer 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. When the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for your ...
...Support Tools 4. Type 1 to start the CD menu and press to run. 8. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the menu that appears and press . 5. Select the test you encounter a problem during a test, a message with the error code and a description of each test screen. The Service Tag ...helps you identify your computer 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. When the tests are listed, select the version appropriate for your ...
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... not ship with your computer. 63 Option Use System Restore Dell DataSafe Local Backup System recovery media Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc as the first solution when System Restore does not resolve your problem when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options...: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your...
... not ship with your computer. 63 Option Use System Restore Dell DataSafe Local Backup System recovery media Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System disc as the first solution when System Restore does not resolve your problem when operating system failure prevents the use of the following options...: CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating System disc permanently deletes all data files on your...
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...not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it is designed to preserve the data files on page 68) to : • Backup and restore your operating system problem. Disconnect all regions. Prepare backup ...media of applications you received your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is recommended that you to restore your data files before...
...not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it is designed to preserve the data files on page 68) to : • Backup and restore your operating system problem. Disconnect all regions. Prepare backup ...media of applications you received your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is recommended that you to restore your data files before...
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... drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system. NOTE: If Dell Factory Image Restore is not available on your computer- You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see "Dell DataSafe Local Backup" on certain computers. If possible, back up all data on . NOTE...may not be available in when you received your computer, use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to the operating state it was in certain countries or on page 65) to restore your operating system problem. Any programs or files added since you purchased the computer....
... drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your operating system. NOTE: If Dell Factory Image Restore is not available on your computer- You can use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see "Dell DataSafe Local Backup" on certain computers. If possible, back up all data on . NOTE...may not be available in when you received your computer, use Dell Factory Image Restore only as the last method to the operating state it was in certain countries or on page 65) to restore your operating system problem. Any programs or files added since you purchased the computer....
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... the support staff can complete the following steps to the problem your computer is experiencing. 2. Call your local Dell representative for information on page 48 for more extensive list of Dell Support online. 6. Use Dell's extensive suite of the services are not always available in... all locations outside the continental U.S. See "Solving Problems" on availability. 70 NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at support.dell.com for procedures on page 75. 5. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 59 for help with any necessary procedures. If ...
... the support staff can complete the following steps to the problem your computer is experiencing. 2. Call your local Dell representative for information on page 48 for more extensive list of Dell Support online. 6. Use Dell's extensive suite of the services are not always available in... all locations outside the continental U.S. See "Solving Problems" on availability. 70 NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone near or at support.dell.com for procedures on page 75. 5. See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 59 for help with any necessary procedures. If ...
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.... 71 DellConnect DellConnect™ is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service Dell's support service is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and support associate to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all under your supervision. To contact...
.... 71 DellConnect DellConnect™ is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Getting Help Technical Support and Customer Service Dell's support service is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and support associate to access your computer through a broadband connection, diagnose your problem and repair it all under your supervision. To contact...