Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 1747 Dell
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SETUP GUIDE Model P02E series T ype P02E001.
Notes, Cautions, and W arnings 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 W ARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury , or death.
3 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Before Setting Up Y our Computer . . . . . . . . . 5 Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional) . . . . . 7 Press the Power Button . . . . . . .
4 Contents Using Support T ools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2 Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2 System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 Hardware T roubleshooter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 This section provides information about setting up your Studio 1745/1747 laptop. Before Setting Up Y our 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 .
6 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector . WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However , power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
7 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) T o use a wired network connection, connect the network cable..
8 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop Press the Power Button.
9 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Y our Dell computer is preconfigured with Microsoft ® Windows ® operating system. T o set up Windows for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take some time to complete.
10 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop Install the SIM (Optional) Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer allows you to connect to the Internet. T o access the Internet you must be within the network of your cellular service provider .
11 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop 1 SIM card 2 SIM card slot 3 battery bay 1 2 3.
12 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) Press the key or press the <Fn><F2> keys on the keyboard to enable or disable wireless.
13 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop.
14 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) T o connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). 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 .
15 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: T o set up your wireless router , see the documentation that shipped with your router . Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need to connect to your wireless router .
16 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop Setting Up Y our Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country . Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country . If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in the past, the Internet Service Provider (ISP) might have a service outage.
17 Setting Up Y our Studio Laptop Windows ® 7 Save and close any open files, and exit any 1. open programs. Click 2. Start → Control Panel → Network and Sharing Center → Set up a new connection or network → Connect to the Internet . The Connect to the Internet window appears.
18 Using Y our Studio Laptop Y our Studio 1745/1747 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.
19 Using Y our Studio Laptop 1 IEEE 1394a connector – Connects to high-speed serial multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras. 2 8-in-1 Media Card Reader – Provides a fast and convenient w.
20 Using Y our Studio Laptop 4 Optical drive – Plays or records CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray Discs (optional). Ensure that the side with print or writing is facing upward when inserting discs. CAUTION: Do not use non-standard-size or shape discs (including mini-CDs and mini-DVDs) or you will damage the drive.
21 Using Y our Studio Laptop 6 AC adapter connector – Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery . 7 Power button and light – T urns the computer on or off when pressed. The light in the button indicates the following power states: Solid white • – The computer is on.
22 Using Y our Studio Laptop Left Side Features 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10.
23 Using Y our 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.
24 Using Y our Studio Laptop 6 eSA T A/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare – Connects to eSA T A 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).
25 Using Y our Studio Laptop 8 ExpressCard slot – Provides support for additional memory , wired and wireless communications, multimedia, and security features. The slot supports 34 mm ExpressCards. NOTE: The ExpressCard slot is designed only for ExpressCards.
26 Using Y our Studio Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 2 3 1.
27 Using Y our 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.
28 Using Y our Studio Laptop T ouch Pad Gestures Scroll Allows you to scroll through content. The scroll feature includes: Pan – Allows you to move the focus on the selected object when the entire object is not visible. Move two fingers in the desired direction to pan scroll the selected object.
29 Using Y our Studio Laptop Zoom Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the screen content. The zoom feature includes: Pinch – Allows you to zoom in or zoom out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on the touch pad.
30 Using Y our Studio Laptop Media Controls The media controls can be accessed using the media control keys on the keyboard or the touch sensitive media controls located above the keyboard. Media Control Keys Y ou can configure the keyboard media control keys using the Function Key Behavior in the System Setup (BIOS) utility .
31 Using Y our Studio Laptop Media Control Keys T ouch Sensitive Media Controls Launch Windows Mobility Center Play the previous track or chapter Mute the sound Play or pause Decrease the volume level.
32 Using Y our Studio Laptop Display Features The display panel holds a camera and accompanying dual microphones. 1 2 4 5 3.
33 Using Y our Studio Laptop 1 Left digital array microphone – Combines with the right digital array microphone to provide high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity indicator – Indicates if the camera is on or off.
34 Using Y our Studio Laptop Using the T ouch Screen (Optional) The touch screen feature on your Studio laptop converts your computer into an interactive display . Dell T ouch Zone T o launch the Dell T ouch Zone software click Start → Dell T ouch Zone.
35 Using Y our Studio Laptop Notes Creator • — Create typed or handwritten reminders. These notes will appear on the bulletin board the next time you access Dell T ouch Zone. Drum Zone • — Pl ay a g ame to th e m usi c o n you r c omp ute r o r p lay sy nth esi zed pe rcu ssi on instruments.
36 Using Y our Studio Laptop T ouch Screen Gestures (Optional) NOTE: Some of these gestures may not work outside the Dell T ouch Zone software. Zoom Allows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the screen content. Pinch – Allows you to zoom in or zoom out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them closer together on the screen.
37 Using Y our Studio Laptop Scroll Allows you to scroll through content. The scroll features include: Pan – Allows you to move the focus on the selected object when the entire object is not visible. Move two fingers in the desired direction to pan scroll the selected object.
38 Using Y our Studio Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery 1 2 3 1 battery 2 battery bay 3 battery release latch.
39 Using Y our Studio Laptop 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. WARNING: Before removing the battery , shut down the computer , and remove external cables (including the AC adapter).
40 Using Y our Studio Laptop Software Features NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell T echnology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com . FastAccess facial recognition Y our co mpu ter ma y h ave th e F ast Ac ces s f aci al rec ogn iti on fea tur e.
41 Using Y our Studio Laptop Entertainment and Multimedia Y ou can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your own CDs/DVDs, listen to music and internet radio stations. Y our optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional).
42 Using Y our Studio Laptop Customizing Y our Energy Settings Y ou can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer .
43 Using Y our Studio Laptop T ransferring Information to a New Computer Windows Vista ® NOTE: The following steps are applicable for the Windows default view , so they may not apply if you set your Dell ™ computer to the Windows Classic view . Click 1.
44 Using Y our Studio Laptop Free Fall Sensor Free fall sensor protects your computer hard drive from possible damage, by detecting a free fall state caused by accidental laptop drops. When a free fall state is detected, the hard drive is placed in a safe state to protect against damage to the read/write head and possible data loss.
45 Solving Problems This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer . If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see “Using Support T ools” on page 52 or “Contacting Dell” on page 7 3. WARNING: Only trained service personnel should remove the computer cover .
46 Solving Problems Beep Codes Y our computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if the monitor cannot display errors or problems. The following repetitive beep codes help you troubleshoot problems with your computer . NOTE: T o replace parts, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.
47 Solving Problems Seven beeps — Processor failure Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 73 ). Eight beeps — Display failure Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 73 ).
48 Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is off — The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power . Reseat the power cable into both the • power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet.
49 Solving Problems Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message — Save and close any open files and exit any • open programs you are not using to see if that resolves the problem. See the software documentation for • minimum memory requirements.
50 Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up — Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet. If a program stops responding — End the program: Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously .
51 Solving Problems Windows Vista ® Click 1. Start → Control Panel → Programs → Use an older program with this version of Windows . In the welcome screen, click 2. Next . Follow the instructions on the screen. 3. Windows ® 7 Click 1. Start . In the search box, type 2.
52 Using Support T ools Dell Support Center The Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system-specific information you need. T o launch the application, click the ico n i n t he taskbar .
53 Using Support T ools System Messages If your computer has an issue or error , it may display a System Message that will help you identify th e c a us e a n d a ct i on ne ede d t o r es o lv e t h e iss ue .
54 Using Support T ools Hard-disk drive failure — Possible hard disk drive failure during POST . Contact Dell for assistance (see “Contacting Dell” on page 73 ). Hard-disk drive read failure — Possible hard disk drive failure during HDD boot test.
55 Using Support T ools USB over current error — Disconnect the USB device. Y our USB device needs more power for it to function properly . Use an external power source to connect the USB device, or if your device has two USB cables, connect both of them.
56 Using Support T ools Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer , perform the checks in “Lockups and Software Problems” on page 50 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers.
57 Using Support T ools NOTE: If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc. If PSA is invoked: The PSA starts running tests. a. If the PSA completes successfully , you b.
58 Using Support T ools If a problem is encountered during a test, 5. a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem. Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page 73 ). NOTE: The Service T ag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen.
59 Using Support T ools When the boot device list appears, highlight 3. CD/DVD/CD-RW and press <Enter>. Select the 4. Boot from CD-ROM option from the menu that appears and press <Enter>. T ype 1 to start the CD menu and press 5. <Enter> to proceed.
60 Restoring Y our Operating System Y ou 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.
61 Restoring Y our Operating System System Restore The Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state.
62 Restoring Y our Operating System Dell Factory Image Restore WARNING: Using Dell Factory Image Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs or drivers installed after you received your computer . If possible, back up the data before using this option.
63 Restoring Y our Operating System Starting Dell Factory Image Restore T urn on the computer . When the Dell logo 1. appears, press <F8> several times to access the Advanced Boot Options window .
64 Restoring Y our Operating System Operating System Reinstallation Before you Begin If you are considering reinstalling the Windows operating system to correct a problem with a newly installed driver , first try using Windows Device Driver Rollback.
65 Restoring Y our Operating System Reinstalling Microsoft Windows The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete. After you reinstall the operating system, you must also reinstall the device drivers, virus protection program, and other software.
66 Getting Help If you experience a problem with your computer , you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem: See “Solving Problems” on page 1. 45 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.
67 Getting Help T echnical 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.
68 Getting Help Online Services Y ou 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 .
69 Getting Help Automated Order -Status Service T o 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 .
70 Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under W arranty or for Credit Prepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows: NOTE: Before you return the product to Dell, make sure to back up any data on the hard drive and on any other storage device in the product.
71 Getting Help Pack the equipment to be returned in the 6. original (or equivalent) packing materials. NOTE: Y ou are responsible for paying shipping expenses. Y ou are also responsible for insuring any product returned, and you assume the risk of loss during shipment to Dell.
72 Getting Help Diagnostic Checklist Name: • Date: • Address: • Phone number: • Service T ag (bar code on the back or bottom • of the computer): Express Service Code: • R.
73 Getting Help 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.
74 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 laptop system software, .
75 Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See: find safety best practices information for your computer review W arranty information, T erms and Conditions (U.
76 System Model Dell Studio 1745/1747 This section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for , and upgrading your computer .
77 Specications Computer Information System chipset Mobile Intel Express GM 45 Mobile Intel 5 Series Discrete GFX Data bus width 64 bit DRAM bus width dual-channel (2) 64-bit buses Processor address bus width 32 bits Flash EPROM 2 MB Graphics bus PCI-E x16 ExpressCard ExpressCard controller Intel ICH9M Cards supported ExpressCard/34 (34 mm) 1.
78 Specications Memory Memory module connector two user -accessible SODIMM connectors Memory module capacities 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB Memory type 1067/1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3 Minimum memory configuration 2 GB Maximum memory configuration 8 GB NOTE: For instructions on upgrading memory , see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.
79 Specications Connectors Video 15-hole connector DisplayPort 20-pin connector e S ATA one seven-pin/four -pin eSA T A/USB combo connector Communications Modem (optional) External V .
80 Specications Audio Audio type JBL 2.1 channel with SRS enhanced audio Audio controller IDT 92HD73C Stereo conversion 24-bit (analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog) Internal Interface Intel High Definition Audio Speaker two 1.5 watt main speakers and one 3.
81 Specications Display Dimensions: Height 214.81 mm (8.46 inches) Width 381.89 mm (15.04 inches) Diagonal 439.42 mm (17.3 inches) Maximum resolution HD+: 1600 x 900 FHD: 1920 x 1080 Refresh rate 6.
82 Specications Keyboard (Backlit) Number of keys 102 (U.S. and Canada); 103 (Europe); 106 (Japan); 105 (Brazil) Layout QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji T ouch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Size : Width 100-mm (3.9-inches) sensor -active area Height 56-mm (2.
83 Specications Battery 6-cell “smart” lithium ion Depth 56.7 mm (2.23 inches) Height 22.2 mm (0.87 inches) Width 206 mm (8.11 inches) W eight 0.
84 Specications AC Adapter Input voltage 100–240 V AC Input current 1.5 A Input frequency 50–60 Hz Output power 65 W or 90 W Output current 65 W 4.43 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 3.34 A (continuous) 90 W 5.62 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 4.62 A (continuous) Rated output voltage 19.
85 Specications AC Adapter 65 W (Auto Air Adapter) Height 15 mm (0.5 inches) Width 66 mm (2.6 inches) Depth 127 mm (5.0 inches) W eight (with cables) 0.26 kg (0.57 lb) T emperature range : Operating 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) Storage –40° to 70°C (–40° to 158°F) Physical Height 28 mm to 40 mm (1.
86 Specications Computer Environment T emperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F) Relative humidity (maximum): Operating 10% to 90% (noncondensing) Storage 5% to 95% (noncondensing) Maximum vibration (using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating 0.
87 Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners.
88 Index A airflow , allowing 5 B backups creating 43 C calling Dell 71 CDs, playing and creating 41 computer capabilities 40 computer , setting up 5 computer stand 6 connect(ing) to the Internet 9 co.
89 Index Dell T ouch Zone 34 Diagnostic Checklist 71 DisplayPort connector 23 drivers and downloads 75 DVDs, playing and creating 41 E email addresses for technical support 68 energy conserving 42 F f.
90 Index fixing 47 network speed testing 47 P power problems, solving 48 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 45 products information and purchasing 69 R reinstalling Windows 60 resources, finding .
91 Index U USB PowerShare 24 V ventilation, ensuring 5 W warranty returns 70 Windows, reinstalling 60 Windows Vista® 9 Program Compatibility Wizard 50 reinstalling 65 wired network network cable, con.
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