Dell 0C547MA00, PP40L setup guide If you have other software problems

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Solving Problems

NOTE: Your computer does not have an internal optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involve discs.

If the computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears

WARNING: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.

If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart your computer.

If a program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system —

Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows Vista operating system environments.

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1.Click Start Control PanelProgramsUse an older program with this version of Windows.

2.In the welcome screen, click Next.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen.

If you have other software problems

Back up your files immediately.

Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive or CDs.

Save and close any open files or programs and shut down your computer through the Start menu.

Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information:

––Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer.

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Contents SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE February 2009 P/N C547M Rev. A00 Contents Finding More Information Resources Specifications Appendix Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Press the Power Button Optional Installing the SIM Optional Microsoft Windows Vista SetupSetting Up Your Studio Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Enable Bluetooth Enable Wireless LAN Enable Wireless WAN/GPSClick Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Using Your Studio Laptop Right Side FeaturesUsing Your Studio Laptop Using Your Studio Laptop Battery Left Side Features Using Your Studio Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features Backlit keyboard brightness settings Touch Pad Gestures ScrollZoom Media Controls Using Your Studio Laptop Display Features Camera activity light Indicates if the camera is on or offBattery Removing and Replacing the BatteryBattery bay Entertainment and Multimedia Software FeaturesFastAccess facial recognition Customizing Your Energy Settings Customizing the DesktopBacking Up Your Data Solving Problems Beep CodesNetwork Problems Solving ProblemsPower Problems Check the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damagedMemory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageLockups and Software Problems Click ApplicationsIf you have other software problems Solving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterSystem Messages Keyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cableThem Click Start → Help and Support Dell DiagnosticsHardware Troubleshooter Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemUndoing the Last System Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreStarting System Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click NextDell Factory Image Restore Before you Begin Operating System ReinstallationClick Next. The Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Reinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsGetting Help Service DellConnectMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com Online ServicesSupport.dell.com Ftp.dell.comAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Diagnostic Checklist Before You CallContacting Dell Visit support.dell.comAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See Finding More Information and Resources Specifications System Model ProcessorExpressCard MemoryComputer Information Audio CommunicationsVideo Connectors DisplayKeyboard backlit CameraTouch Pad AC Adapter Physical Computer EnvironmentAppendix Macrovision Product NoticeIndex Index Network speed testing Index Page 0C547MA00