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  • Page 1 SETUP GUIDE...
  • Page 3 SETUP GUIDE Model PP39L...
  • Page 4 Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell , the DELL logo, YOURS IS HERE , and DellConnect are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel is a registered trademark and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the United States and/or other countries;...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Press the Power Button ....8 Dell Dock ......38 Set Up Microsoft Windows.
  • Page 6 System Messages ..... 51 Contacting Dell......68 Hardware Troubleshooter .

  • Page 7: Setting Up Your Studio Laptop

    This section provides information about setting WARNING: Do not block, push objects up your Studio 1557/1558 laptop. into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your Dell™ Before Setting Up Your computer in a low-airflow environment, Computer such as a closed briefcase, while it is running.

  • Page 8: Connect The Ac Adapter

    Setting Up Your 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. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to your computer.

  • Page 9: Connect The Network Cable (Optional)

    Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.

  • Page 10: Press The Power Button

    Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Press the Power Button...

  • Page 11: Set Up Microsoft Windows

    CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system’s setup process. Doing so may render your computer unusable and you will need to reinstall the operating system. NOTE: It is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

  • Page 12: Install The Sim (Optional)

    Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Install the SIM (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM is not required if you are using an EVDO card to access the Internet. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer allows you to connect to the Internet.
  • Page 13 Setting Up Your Studio Laptop battery bay SIM card slot SIM card...

  • Page 14: Enable Or Disable Wireless (Optional)

    Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) Press the key or press the <Fn><F2> keys on the keyboard to enable or disable wireless. The wireless on or off icons appear on the screen to indicate the status. Wireless on: Wireless off: For information on changing the behavior of the Fn key, see “Media Controls”...
  • Page 15 Setting Up Your Studio Laptop...

  • Page 16: Connect To The Internet (Optional)

    ® Windows Vista purchase one from the Dell website at www.dell.com. Ensure that wireless is enabled on your computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” Setting Up a Wired Connection on page XX).
  • Page 17 Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Setting Up Your Internet Connection ® Windows ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact Ensure that wireless is enabled on your your ISP for offerings available in your country. computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” on page XX).
  • Page 18 NOTE: The following instructions are Save and close any open files, and exit any applicable to the Windows default view, open programs. so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ Click → Control Panel→ Network Start computer to the Windows Classic view.

  • Page 19: Using Your Studio Laptop

    Using Your Studio Laptop Your Studio 1557/1558 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. Right Side Features...
  • Page 20 Using Your Studio Laptop 1 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. It does NOT support PC cards. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the ExpressCard slot.
  • Page 21 Using Your Studio Laptop USB 2.0 connector — Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. AC adapter connector — Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. Battery status light —...
  • Page 22 Using Your Studio Laptop Power button and light — Turns the computer on or off when pressed. The light in the button indicates the following power states: • Solid white – The computer is on. • Blinking white – The computer is in standby mode. •...

  • Page 23: Left Side Features

    Using Your Studio Laptop Left Side Features...
  • Page 24 Using Your 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. HDMI connector — Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. NOTE: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read.
  • Page 25 Using Your Studio Laptop Audio out/Headphone connectors (2) — Connects one or two pairs of headphones, or sends audio to a powered speaker or sound system. The audio signal is the same for both connectors.

  • Page 26: Computer Base And Keyboard Features

    Using Your Studio Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features...
  • Page 27 For more information about the keyboard, see the Dell Technology Guide . 2 Touch pad buttons — Provide left-click and right-click functions like those on a mouse. 3 Touch pad — Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and right-click or left-click by tapping the surface.

  • Page 28: Touch Pad Gestures

    Using Your Studio Laptop Touch Pad Gestures Pinch – Allows you to zoom in or zoom out by moving two fingers apart or bringing them Zoom closer together on the touch pad. Allows you to increase or decrease the To zoom in : Move two fingers magnification of the screen content.
  • Page 29 Using Your Studio Laptop Scroll Circular scroll – Allows you to scroll up and down, or right and left. To scroll up and down: Move a finger in the vertical scroll zone (extreme right of the touch pad), in a clockwise circular motion to scroll up or counterclockwise circular motion to scroll down.

  • Page 30: Media Controls

    Using Your Studio Laptop Media Controls The media control keys are located on the keyboard control media playback. To use the media controls, press the required key. You can configure the media control keys using the Function Key Behavior in the System Setup (BIOS) utility.
  • Page 31 Using Your Studio Laptop Mute the sound Play or pause Decrease the volume level Play the next track or chapter Increase the volume level Eject the disc Play the previous track or chapter...

  • Page 32: Display Features

    Using Your Studio Laptop Display Features The display panel holds a camera and accompanying dual microphones.
  • Page 33 4 Right digital array microphone — Combines with the left digital array microphone to provide high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. 5 Display — Your display can vary based on selections you made when purchasing your computer. For more information about displays, see the Dell Technology Guide .

  • Page 34: Removing And Replacing The Battery

    Using Your Studio Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery 1 battery 2 battery bay 3 battery release latch...
  • Page 35 Using Your 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).

  • Page 36: Using The Optical Drive

    Using Your Studio Laptop Using the Optical Drive...

  • Page 37: Software Features

    Ensure that the side with print or writing is features described in this section, see facing upward when inserting discs. the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. FastAccess Facial Recognition Your computer may have the FastAccess facial recognition feature.
  • Page 38 Using Your Studio Laptop Productivity and Communication You can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices, such as digital cameras You can use your computer to create and cell phones. Optional software applications presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, enable you to organize and create music and and spreadsheets.
  • Page 39 Using Your Studio Laptop Customizing the Desktop You can use the customizing options available in your operating system to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on. ® Windows Vista Right-click an open area of the desktop. Click Personalize, to open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your customization options.

  • Page 40: Dell Dock

    Using Your Studio Laptop Dell Dock The Dell Dock is a group of icons that provide easy access to frequently used applications, files, and folders. You can personalize the Dock by adding shortcuts, changing the color, location, and so on.
  • Page 41 Microsoft Windows operating ® ® performance to maximize the life of the system installed on your Dell computer provides computer and by reducing the amount of the following options: energy consumed by your computer over its lifetime. ® Windows Vista •...
  • Page 42 NOTE: The following steps are applicable ® Windows Vista for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to Click → Control Panel→ System Start the Windows Classic view. and Maintenance→ Back Up and Restore Center→...

  • Page 43: Free Fall Sensor

    Using Your Studio Laptop Free Fall Sensor ® Windows → Control Panel→ Back Up Click Start Free fall sensor protects your computer hard and Restore. drive from possible damage, by detecting a free fall state caused by accidental laptop drops. Click Set up backup..

  • Page 44: Solving Problems

    — guidelines, see “Using Support Tools” on • Certain multi-touch features may be page XX or “Contacting Dell” on page XX. disabled. To enable multi-touch features, WARNING: Only trained service personnel click the Multi-touch settings icon in the should remove the computer cover. See the system tray.

  • Page 45: Beep Codes

    Use a clean, lint-free cloth (can spray mild, ROM checksum failure non abrasive cleaner or water on cloth if Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page XX). needed, but not on screen) and wipe the Two beeps — No RAM detected surface and sides of the touch screen to •...
  • Page 46 If the problem persists, contact Dell (see Six beeps — Video card or chip failure “Contacting Dell” on page XX). Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page XX). Three beeps — Possible motherboard failure Seven beeps — Processor failure Contact Dell (see “Contacting Dell” on page XX).

  • Page 47: Network Problems

    Solving Problems Network Problems Wired Connections If the wired network connection is lost — The Wireless Connections cable is loose or damaged. If the wireless network connection is lost — • Check the cable to ensure it is plugged in The wireless router is offline or wireless has and not damaged.

  • Page 48: Power Problems

    Solving Problems Power Problems If the power light is solid white and the computer is not responding — The display may If the power light is off — The computer is not be responding. Press the power button until either turned off or is not receiving power. the computer turns off and then turn it back on.

  • Page 49: Memory Problems

    Reseat the memory modules (see the • Reseat the memory modules (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website Service Manual on the Dell Support website at at support.dell.com) to ensure that your support.dell.com) to ensure that your computer computer is successfully communicating is successfully communicating with the memory.

  • Page 50: Lockups And Software Problems

    Solving Problems Lockups and Software If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears — Problems WARNING: You might lose data if you are If the computer does not start up — Ensure unable to perform an operating system that the power cable is firmly connected to the shutdown.
  • Page 51 Solving Problems ® • Save and close any open files or programs Windows Vista and shut down your computer through the → Control Panel→ Click Start Start menu. Programs→ Use an older program with this • Check the software documentation or version of Windows.

  • Page 52: Using Support Tools

    Support with DellConnect ™ Customer Service, Training and The Dell Support Center home page displays your Tutorials, How-To Help with Dell computer’s model number, service tag, express on Call, and Online Scan with service code, and service contact information.

  • Page 53: System Messages

    CPU fan failure — CPU fan has failed. Replace a System Message that will help you identify the the CPU fan (see the Service Manual on the Dell cause and action needed to resolve the issue. Support website at support.dell.com).
  • Page 54 — S.M.A.R.T error, possible hard a boot device. drive failure. Contact Dell for assistance (see • Enter system setup and ensure that the boot “Contacting Dell” on page XX).

  • Page 55: Hardware Troubleshooter

    Manual to review your computer’s configuration remaining troubleshooting steps. information, and ensure that the device that you want to test appears in the system setup program and is active. Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities disc.
  • Page 56 NOTE: If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, Hard Drive run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden and Utilities disc. diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive. If PSA is invoked: NOTE: If your computer cannot display The PSA starts running tests.
  • Page 57 If PSA is not invoked: Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from Shut down and restart the computer. the diagnostics utility partition on your hard When the DELL logo appears, press <F12>...
  • Page 58 When the boot device list appears, highlight When the tests are complete, close the test CD/DVD/CD-RW and press <Enter>. screen to return to the Choose An Option window. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from restart the computer, click Exit.

  • Page 59: Restoring Your Operating System

    Any changes that after you received the computer. Use Dell System Restore makes to your computer are Factory Image Restore only if System completely reversible.
  • Page 60 Do not alter, open, applicable for the Windows default view, or delete any files or programs until the so they may not apply if you set your Dell ™ system restoration is complete. computer to the Windows Classic view.

  • Page 61: Dell Factory Image Restore

    Performing Dell Factory Image Restore Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any programs Turn on the computer. When the Dell logo or drivers installed after you received your appears, press <F8> several times to access computer.

  • Page 62: Operating System Reinstallation

    Factory Image Restore welcome screen Reinstallation appears. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, Before You Begin you may need to select Dell Factory Tools, If you are considering reinstalling the Windows then Dell Factory Image Restore. operating system to correct a problem with a Click Next.
  • Page 63 Restart the computer. the assembly of the computer. Use the When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> Dell Drivers and Utilities disc to load any immediately. required drivers. Depending on the region NOTE: If you wait too long and the...

  • Page 64: Getting Help

    NOTE: Some of the services are not procedures. See “Online Services” on always available in all locations outside page XX for a more extensive list of Dell the continental U.S. Call your local Dell Support online. representative for information on availability.

  • Page 65: Technical Support And Customer

    Technical Support and DellConnect Customer Service DellConnect™ is a simple online access tool that allows a Dell service and support associate Dell’s support service is available to answer to access your computer through a broadband your questions about Dell hardware. Our support...

  • Page 66: Online Services

    Getting Help Online Services Dell Support e-mail addresses • mobile_support@us.dell.com You can learn about Dell products and services • support@us.dell.com on the following websites: • la-techsupport@dell.com (Latin America and • www.dell.com Caribbean countries only) • www.dell.com/ap (Asian/Pacific countries • (Asian/Pacific only) apsupport@dell.com...

  • Page 67: Automated Order-Status Service

    If you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like To check on the status of any Dell products that to place an order, visit the Dell website at you have ordered, you can go to www.dell.com.

  • Page 68: Returning Items For Repair Under Warranty

    CDs and Pack the equipment to be returned in the PC Cards. Dell is not responsible for any of original (or equivalent) packing materials. your confidential, proprietary or personal NOTE: You are responsible for paying information;...

  • Page 69: Before You Call

    Checklist. If possible, turn on your computer • Return Material Authorization Number (if before you call Dell for assistance and call from provided by Dell support technician): a telephone at or near the computer. You may be asked to type some commands at the keyboard, •...

  • Page 70: Contacting Dell

    Getting Help a printer, print each file. Otherwise, record the To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or contents of each file before calling Dell. customer service issues: • Error message, beep code, or diagnostic Visit support.dell.com. code: Verify your country or region in the Choose •...

  • Page 71: Resources

    ® networking, and e-mail upgrade your computer with new or additional the Service Manual on the Dell Support website memory, or a new hard drive at support.dell.com reinstall or replace a worn or defective part NOTE: In some countries, opening and replacing parts of your computer may void your warranty.
  • Page 72 End User License Agreement find your Service tag/Express Service Code — the back or bottom of your computer You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to contact technical support find drivers and downloads the Dell Support website at ™...

  • Page 73: Specifications

    Specifications System Model Processor Type L2 cache Studio 1557/1558 Intel Core 2 Duo 512 KB ® ™ This section provides information that you may Intel Core2 Quad 1 MB need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. L1 cache 64 KB for Dual-Core (Intel - 32 KB per core)
  • Page 74 Specifications Computer Information ExpressCard System chipset ExpressCard Intel ICH9M controller Data bus width Cards supported ExpressCard/34 (34 mm) DRAM bus width 1.5 V and 3.3 V Processor Connector size 26 pins address bus width Memory Flash EPROM Connectors two user-accessible Graphics bus SODIMM connectors Capacities...
  • Page 75 Specifications Memory Connectors NOTE: For instructions on upgrading your Video 15-hole connector memory, see the Service Manual on the Communications Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Modem type External V.92 56K USB Connectors (optional) modem Audio one microphone-in Modem controller Hardware modem...
  • Page 76 Specifications Video Audio Discrete: Audio type IDT 92HD73C High Definition Audio codec Video type integrated on system board Audio controller 5.1 channel High Definition Audio Video controller Stereo conversion 24-bit (analog-to-digital Video memory and digital-to-analog) UMA: Internal Interface Intel High Definition Video type integrated on system Audio...
  • Page 77 Specifications Camera Display Pixel 2.0 megapixel Diagonal 396.2 mm (15.60 inches) Video resolution 320 x 240 ~1600 x 1200 Maximum HD: 1366 x 768 (640 x 480 at 30 fps) resolution HD+: 1600 x 900 Diagonal viewing 66° FHD: 1920 x 1080 angle Refresh rate 60 Hz...
  • Page 78 X/Y position 240 cpi Controls brightness can be resolution controlled through (graphics table keyboard shortcuts (see mode) the Dell Technology Guide for more Size information) Width 73.09 mm (2.87-inches) Keyboard (Backlit) sensor-active area Number of keys 86 (U.S. and Canada);...
  • Page 79 (9-cell) reduced under certain Width 206.6 mm (8.13 inches) power-intensive (4/6-cell) conditions. 284.9 mm (11.2 inches) See the Dell Technology (9-cell) Guide for more information. Weight 0.24 kg (0.54 lb) (4-cell) 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) (6-cell) Life span 300 discharge/charge...
  • Page 80 Specifications Battery AC Adapter Coin-cell battery CR-2032 Output current 4.34 A (maximum at (65 W) 4-second pulse) 3.34 A (continuous) AC Adapter Rated output 19.5 +/- 1 VDC Input voltage 100–240 VAC voltage 115–230 VAC Dimensions: (Auto-Air Adapter) Input current 1.5 A 65 W (E-Series) (maximum)
  • Page 81 Specifications AC Adapter AC Adapter Weight (with 0.29 kg (0.64 lb) Storage 40° to 65°C – cables) 40° to 149°F) – 0.26 kg (0.57 lb) (Auto-Air Adapter, 40° to 70°C – without AC cord and DC 40° to 158°F) – extension cord) (Auto-Air Adapter) 90 W (E-Series)
  • Page 82 Specifications Computer Environment Computer Environment Temperature range: Maximum shock (for operating — measured with Dell Diagnostics running on the hard Operating 0° to 35°C drive and a 2-ms half-sine pulse; for (32° to 95°F) non-operating — measured with hard drive Storage 40°...

  • Page 83: Appendix

    Appendix 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. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by...

  • Page 84: Index

    DellConnect 63 calling Dell 67 Dell Diagnostics 53 CDs, playing and creating 36 Dell Dock 38 chipset 72 Dell Factory Image Restore 57 computer capabilities 36 Dell Support Center 50 computer, setting up 5 Dell support website 70 conserving energy 39...
  • Page 85 Index for further information 69 Diagnostic Checklist 67 hardware problems disc drive diagnosing 53 supported disc sizes 34 Hardware Troubleshooter 53 discs help using 34 getting assistance and support 62 drivers and downloads 70 horizontal and vertical stand options 6 DVDs, playing and creating 36 installing the stand 6 email addresses...
  • Page 86 Index network connection setup, before you begin 5 fixing 45 shipping products network speed for return or repair 66 testing 45 software features 35 software problems 48 solving problems 42 power problems, solving 46 specifications 71 power strips, using 6 support email addresses 64 problems, solving 42 support sites...
  • Page 87 Index warranty returns 66 Windows, reinstalling 57 Windows Vista® Program Compatibility Wizard 48 reinstalling 61 wired network network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection 45...
  • Page 90 Printed in the U.S.A. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 0TD222A00...

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