Dell PF42Y, 1645 Software Features, Productivity and Communication, Entertainment and Multimedia

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Using Your Studio XPS Laptop

Software Features

NOTE: For more information about the features described in this section, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or at support.dell.com.

Productivity and Communication

You can use your computer to create presentations, brochures, greeting cards, fliers, and spreadsheets. You can also edit and view digital photographs and images depending on the applications installed in your computer. Check your purchase order for software installed on your computer.

After connecting to the Internet, you can access websites, setup an e-mail account, upload and download files, and so on.

Entertainment and Multimedia

You can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your own CDs, listen to music and internet radio stations. Your optical disc drive may support multiple disc media formats including CDs and DVDs.

You can download or copy pictures and video files from portable devices, such as digital cameras and cell phones. Optional software applications enable you to organize and create music and video files that can be recorded to disc, saved on portable products such as MP3 players and handheld entertainment devices, or played and viewed directly on connected TVs, projectors, and home theater equipment.

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Contents

SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE Model PP35LMarch 2010 P/N PF42Y Rev. A00 Contents Index Setting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting the AC Adapter Connecting the Network Cable OptionalUsing the Wireless Button Turning on Your ComputerSet Up Microsoft Windows Create System Recovery Media RecommendedSupport.dell.com Setting Up a Wired Connection Connecting to the Internet OptionalTo create a system recovery media Insert the disc or USB key in the computerClick Start → Control Panel Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionSetting Up Your Internet Connection Click Start → Connect ToTo set up your Internet connection Connect to the Internet window appearsTo set up the TV Tuner for the first time Select Express setupTo re-setup the TV Tuner, if required Setting Up the 5.1 Audio Connections Optional To set up the 5.1 audio connectionsUsing Your Studio XPS Laptop Symbol on the center control cover and then releaseDevice Status Lights Then release SymbolWwan is enabled Wwan status light Turns on whenExpressCard Plastic blank installedWhen no ExpressCard is installed ExpressCard slot. Blanks protectUsing Your Studio XPS Laptop Using Your Studio XPS Laptop On Battery Power Left Side Features Security cable slot Attaches aVGA connector Connects to a monitor or projector Display Features Camera activity light Illuminates when the camera is onMedia, Wireless, and Power Controls Computer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Studio XPS Laptop Using the Optical Drive Playing or recording CDs and DVDsRemoving and Replacing the Battery Slide the battery outSoftware Features Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Add an Icon Dell DockAdd a Category Remove a Category or IconDell DataSafe Online Backup Solving Problems Network ProblemsPower Problems Wired Connections If the wired network connection is lostPower/battery lights on the hinges indicate the following Solving Problems If you experience memory problems Memory ProblemsLockups and Software Problems If a program stops responding End the programIf you have other software problems Solving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsHome page also provides links to access To launch the application, click the icon in the taskbarMy Dell Downloads System MessagesUsing Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter ThemClick Start → Help and Support Dell Diagnostics Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DrivePress any key to go to the Choose An Option window PSA will start running testsFollowing message is displayed Select the test you want to runInsert the Drivers and Utilities disc Type 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed Restoring Your Operating System Restore and DataSafe Local BackupTo reinstall only the operating system on your computer Option UseUndoing the Last System Restore System RestoreStarting System Restore Click Start Search box, type System Restore and press EnterDell DataSafe Local Backup Dell DataSafe Local Backup BasicTurn on your computer Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup Professional Click Upgrade NowSelect Repair Your Computer System Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Starting Dell Factory Image RestoreRestoring Your Operating System Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist on Getting HelpService Dell’s support service is available toDellConnect Online Services Automated Order-Status Service Product InformationReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Diagnostic Checklist Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELLFinding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeFind safety best practices information for your computer If you need toIcon Basic Specifications System ModelProcessor Computer Information MemoryCommunications Bluetooth wireless1645/1647 Bluetooth wireless Technology Technology, UWBVideo Ports and Connectors AudioDisplay Luminance with Eted Studio XPS 300 cd/m2 typical 1640 Studio XPS 300 cd/m2 typical 1645/1647For more information Battery CameraAC Adapter Physical Storage Grms Temperature range OperatingComputer Environment Contaminant level By ISA-S71.04-1985Appendix Macrovision Product NoticeIndex Index Email addresses Internet connection For technical supportNetwork cable, connecting 6 wireless network connection Page Printed on recycled paper