Dell PP17S, 1340, P464C setup guide Entertainment and Multimedia, Customizing the Desktop

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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/DVDs, 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 a 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.

Using Your Studio XPS™

Customizing the Desktop

You can customize your desktop to change the appearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver, and so on by accessing the Personalize appearance and sounds window.

To access the display properties window:

1.Right-click an open area of the desktop.

2.Click Personalize, to open the Personalize appearance and sounds window and learn more about your customization options.

Customizing Your Energy Settings

You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer. Microsoft® Windows Vista® provides three default options:

Balanced — This power option offers full performance when you need it and saves power during periods of inactivity.

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Contents SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE January 2009 P/N P464C Rev. A02 Contents Getting Help System Restore OptionsBefore Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Studio XPS LaptopConnect the AC adapter Check the Wireless Control Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Control Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection Set Up Windows VistaConnecting to the Internet Optional Click Start → Connect To Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up 5.1 Audio Connections Removing and Replacing Battery Device Status Lights Using Your Studio XPSWwan status light Turns on when Wwan is enabled Using Your Studio XPSRight Side Features ExpressCard slot Supports one ExpressCard On battery power Playing or recording CDs and DVDs Using the Optical Disc DriveLeft Side Features This connector cannot be used as an input port for Hdmi Display Features Media, Wireless, and Power Controls Computer Base and Keyboard Features SD/MMC MS/Pro xD Productivity and Communication Optional Graphics Processor FeatureSoftware Features Customizing the Desktop Customizing Your Energy SettingsEntertainment and Multimedia Backing Up Your Data Wired Connections If the wired network connection is lost Solving ProblemsNetwork Problems Solving Problems Power ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Memory ProblemsIf you experience memory problems If a program stops responding End the programSolving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsSystem Messages Click Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterNot indicate a potential hard drive Starting Dell Diagnostics Dell DiagnosticsSystem Restore System Restore OptionsStarting System Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click NextPerforming Dell Factory Image Restore Before you Begin Operating System ReinstallationClick Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help Online Services ServiceDellConnect Support.dell.comAutomated Order-Status Service AutoTech ServiceMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com Ftp.dell.comGetting Help Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See Finding More Information and Resources System Model Basic SpecificationsProcessor ExpressCardCommunications MemoryAudio VideoPorts and Connectors Keyboard Backlit DisplayTouch Pad BatteryCamera AC Adapter Physical Operating 10% to 90% Noncondensing Storage To 95% Computer EnvironmentIndex Index Technical support Ventilation, ensuring Network cable, connecting 8 wireless network connection Page 0P464CA02 Page 0P464CA02 Page Printed on recycled paper Page 0P464CA02 Page 0P464CA02
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