Dell PP17S, 1340, P464C setup guide Getting Help

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Getting Help

If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem:

1.See “Solving Problems” on page 29 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing.

2.See “Dell Diagnostics” on page 36 for procedures on how to run Dell Diagnostics.

3.Fill out the “Diagnostic Checklist” on page 46.

4.Use Dell’s extensive suite of online services available at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. See “Online Services” on page 43 for a more extensive list of Dell Support online.

5.If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, see “Contacting Dell” on page 47.

NOTE: Call Dell Support from a telephone

near the computer so that the support staff can assist you with any necessary procedures.

NOTE: Dell’s Express Service Code system may not be available in all countries.

When prompted by Dell’s automated telephone system, enter your Express Service Code to route the call directly to the proper support personnel. If you do not have an Express Service Code, open the Dell Accessories folder, double-click the Express Service Code icon, and follow the directions.

NOTE: Some of the services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. Call your local Dell representative for information

on availability.

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Contents SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE January 2009 P/N P464C Rev. A02 Contents System Restore Options Getting HelpSetting Up Your Studio XPS Laptop Before Setting Up Your ComputerConnect 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 Using Your Studio XPS Device Status LightsUsing Your Studio XPS Wwan status light Turns on when Wwan is enabledRight Side Features ExpressCard slot Supports one ExpressCard On battery power Using the Optical Disc Drive Playing or recording CDs and DVDsLeft 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 Power Problems Solving ProblemsMemory Problems Lockups and Software ProblemsIf you experience memory problems If a program stops responding End the programSolving Problems Using Support Tools Dell Support CenterSystem Messages Click Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterNot indicate a potential hard drive Dell Diagnostics Starting Dell DiagnosticsSystem Restore Options System RestoreDell Factory Image Restore Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click NextPerforming Dell Factory Image Restore Operating System Reinstallation Before you BeginReinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsGetting Help Service Online ServicesDellConnect Support.dell.comAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceMobilesupport@us.dell.com Support@us.dell.com Ftp.dell.comGetting Help 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 Basic Specifications System ModelProcessor ExpressCardMemory CommunicationsVideo AudioPorts and Connectors Display Keyboard BacklitTouch Pad BatteryCamera AC Adapter Physical Computer Environment Operating 10% to 90% Noncondensing Storage To 95%Index 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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