Dell PP31L User Manual

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Page 1 - Quick Reference Guide

www.dell.com | support.dell.comDell™ Studio 1735Quick Reference GuideModel PP31L

Page 2 - Notes, Notices, and Cautions

10 About Your ComputerCAMERA INDICATOR (OPTIONAL) — Indicates that the camera is turned on. Based on configuration selections you made while ordering,

Page 3 - Contents

About Your Computer 11NUM LOCK LIGHT — Turns on when the numeric keypad (Num Lock) function is enabled.DEVICE STATUS LIGHTSThe lights located above th

Page 4 - 4 Contents

12 About Your ComputerBATTERY STATUS LIGHT — Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status.If the computer is connected to an electric

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About Your Computer 13USB CONNECTOROPTICAL DRIVE — For more information about the optical drive, see Dell Technology Guide. NOTE: The optical drive su

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14 About Your Computer– Properties - To configure DigitalPersona Personal Settings and product behavior. For more information, see DigitalPersona Onli

Page 7 - Finding Information

About Your Computer 15Back and Left View1 battery 2 air vent3 Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 4 security cable slot5 Wireless On/Off switch 6 VGA conne

Page 8 - 8 Finding Information

16 About Your ComputerBATTERY — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. NOTE: C

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About Your Computer 17VGA CONNECTORHDMI CONNECTOR — HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector carries an uncompressed all digital signal

Page 10 - 10 About Your Computer

18 About Your ComputerNETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid damaging the compu

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About Your Computer 19Bottom ViewBATTERY — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outl

Page 12 - 12 About Your Computer

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates

Page 13 - AUDIO CONNECTORS —

20 About Your ComputerBATTERY CHARGE/HEALTH GAUGE — Provides information on the battery charge and battery health.Press once to determine the battery

Page 14 - - HTML-based help

About Your Computer 21To replace the battery, slide the battery into the bay until it clicks into place.Removing and Replacing the Base Cover CAUTION

Page 15 - Back and Left View

22 About Your ComputerTo remove the base cover:1Ensure that the computer is turned off.2Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Batte

Page 16 - 16 About Your Computer

About Your Computer 23For instructions on removal and replacement of parts, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com. CAUTION: Do not touch the Pro

Page 17 - CONNECTORS

24 About Your Computer

Page 18 - 18 About Your Computer

Specifications 25Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start ,

Page 19 - Bottom View

26 SpecificationsExpressCard NOTE: The ExpressCard slot is designed only for ExpressCards. It does NOT support PC Cards.NOTE: PCMCIA may not be availa

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Specifications 27Ports and Connectors Audio microphone-in connector, two stereo headphones/speakers connectorIEEE 1394a 4-pin mini, non-powered connec

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28 SpecificationsUMA:Video typeintegrated on system boardVideo controllerMobile Intel GMA X3100Video memoryup to 358 MB of shared memoryLCD interface

Page 22 - 1 base cover 2 base cover tab

Specifications 29Native resolutions: WXGA+ TrueLife1440 x 3 (RGB) x 900 at 262 K colorsWLED WXGA+ TrueLife1440 x 3 (RGB) x 900 at 262 K colorsCCFL WU

Page 23 - Service Manual

Contents 3ContentsFinding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 About Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Front and R

Page 24 - 24 About Your Computer

30 SpecificationsKeyboard Number of keys 101 (U.S. and Canada); 102(Europe); 105(Japan); 104 (Brazil)Layout QWERTY/AZERTY/KanjiTouch Pad X/Y position

Page 25 - Specifications

Specifications 31Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-i

Page 26 - 26 Specifications

32 SpecificationsConnector types:DC connector3 pin, 7.4 mm plugAC connector2 pin - C7 (Japan only) 3 pin - C5Physical Height 30 mm~43 mm (1.18 inches~

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Specifications 33Altitude (maximum):Operating–15.2 to 3048 m (–50 to 10,000 ft)Storage–15.2 to 10,668 m (–50 to 35,000 ft)Airborne contaminant level G

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Troubleshooting 35TroubleshootingDell Technical Update ServiceThe Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of software and

Page 30 - 30 Specifications

36 TroubleshootingStarting PSA Diagnostics From Your Computer NOTE: If your computer does not display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contact

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Troubleshooting 37Starting the Dell 32 Bit Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: Depending on which Dell computer you have purchased

Page 32 - 32 Specifications

38 TroubleshootingDell Diagnostics Main MenuAfter the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you wan

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Troubleshooting 39The following tabs provide additional information for tests run from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option:Dell Support CenterThe D

Page 34 - 34 Specifications

4 ContentsLockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . 46The computer does not start. . . . . . . . . . . . 46The computer stops respond

Page 35 - Troubleshooting

40 TroubleshootingFor more information on Dell Support Center, see the Dell Technology Guide. It is available in Windows Help and Support (Start → He

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Troubleshooting 413Click Properties→ Tools→ Check Now. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the computer,

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42 TroubleshootingEXTENDED MEMORY SIZE HAS CHANGED — The amount of memory recorded in NVRAM does not match the memory installed in the computer. Resta

Page 38 - Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

Troubleshooting 43HARD-DISK DRIVE READ FAILURE — The hard drive may be defective. Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive, and boot the compute

Page 39 - Dell Support Center

44 TroubleshootingMEMORY ALLOCATION ERROR — The software you are attempting to run is conflicting with the operating system, another program, or a uti

Page 40 - Drive Problems

Troubleshooting 45A REQUIRED .DLL FILE WAS NOT FOUND — The program that you are trying to open is missing an essential file. Remove and then reinstal

Page 41 - Error Messages

46 TroubleshootingUNEXPECTED INTERRUPT IN PROTECTED MODE — The keyboard controller may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may be loose. Run the Sys

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Troubleshooting 47A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating systemRUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD — Program compatibilit

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48 TroubleshootingPower ProblemsFill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 57 as you complete these checks. CAUTION: Before you begin any

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Troubleshooting 49ELIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE — Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances.ADJUST THE POWER PROP

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Contents 5A Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59FCC Notice (U.S. Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59FCC Class B.

Page 46 - Lockups and Software Problems

50 Troubleshooting• Microsoft Windows Vista System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files. Use Syste

Page 47 - Memory Problems

Troubleshooting 51Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating StateIf problems occur after you install a device driver, use Device Driver Rollback

Page 48 - Power Problems

52 Troubleshooting1Click Start → Help and Support.2Ty p e System Restore in the search field and press <Enter>.3Click Undo my last restoration,

Page 49 - Operating System

Getting Help 53Getting HelpObtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cabl

Page 50 - Creating a Restore Point

54 Getting HelpTechnical Support and Customer ServiceDell's support service is available to answer your questions about Dell™ hardware. Our suppo

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Getting Help 55• Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail [email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries only)[email protected] (Canada only)• Anon

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56 Getting HelpReturning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditPrepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows:1Call Dell to o

Page 53 - Getting Help

Getting Help 57Diagnostics ChecklistName:Date:Address:Phone number:Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer):Express Service Code:R

Page 54 - Online Services

58 Getting HelpContacting DellFor customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet conne

Page 55 - Product Information

Appendix 59AppendixFCC Notice (U.S. Only)FCC Class BThis equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and u

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60 AppendixThe following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with the FCC regulations: Macrovision

Page 58 - Contacting Dell

Index 61IndexBBack and Left View, 15base coverdescription, 20batteryremoving, 20Bluetooth wireless technology carddevice status light, 11CCheck Disk,

Page 59 - Appendix

62 IndexHhard driveproblems, 40hardwareDell Diagnostics, 35Hardware Troubleshooter, 49IIEEE 1394 connectordescription, 18Mmedia control buttonsdescrip

Page 60 - Macrovision Product Notice

Index 63Ssecurity cable slotdescription, 16softwareproblems, 47software and hardware incompatibilities, 49specifications, 25System Restore, 49-51Ttouc

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Finding Information 7Finding Information NOTE: Some features may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features may not be available

Page 63 - Index 63

8 Finding InformationDell Technology GuideAvailable in Windows Help and Support (Start → Help and Support) and at Dell Support Website - support.dell.

Page 64 - 64 Index

About Your Computer 9About Your ComputerFront and Right View342201710972114181911112131516568

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