User manual DELL XPS M1530

DellTM XPSTM M1530 Owner's Manual Model PP28L w w w. d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. ____________________ Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2007 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Yours Is Here, XPS, Wi-Fi Catcher, and Dell MediaDirect are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel is a registered trademark and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries; Blu-ray Disc is a trademark of the Blu-ray Disc Association; Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own. Model PP28L November 2007 P/N RU335 Rev. A01 Contents Finding Information ................... 13 1 Setting Up Your Computer . Connecting to the Internet ........... 19 19 20 21 21 21 22 23 23 23 24 ............... ....... ..... Setting Up Your Internet Connection . Transferring Information to a New Computer Setting Up a Printer Printer Cable ................... .................... ............. Connecting a USB Printer Power Protection Devices Surge Protectors Line Conditioners . ............... .................. ................. .......... Uninterruptible Power Supplies 2 About Your Computer Front View ............... 25 25 31 32 34 36 ........................ ...................... ..................... Left Side View Right Side View Back View ........................ ....................... Bottom View Contents 3 3 Using the Keyboard and Touchpad Numeric Keypad ..... 39 39 39 39 39 39 40 40 40 40 41 42 ..................... .................... .................. ................. Key Combinations System Functions Battery Display Functions . ....................... ................ .... Power Management Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions DellTM QuickSet Key Combinations Adjusting Keyboard Settings Touch Pad ......... ............ ........................ ............ Customizing the Touch Pad . 4 Using the Display Adjusting Brightness .................. .................. 43 43 Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display To a Projector ......... ..... 43 44 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate . 5 Using a Battery .................... .................. .............. 45 45 46 46 47 47 48 Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Dell QuickSet Battery Meter Charge Gauge ............ ® Windows® Battery Meter . . . . . . . Microsoft ................... ............... Low-Battery Warning 4 Contents Conserving Battery Power ............... .... 48 48 49 49 50 51 Configuring Power Management Settings . Using the Sleep Power State Charging the Battery Replacing the Battery Storing a Battery ........... .................. .................. .................... 6 Using Multimedia Playing Media .................. 53 53 54 ...................... ....... Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote . Copying CD, DVD, and Blu-ray DiscTM (BD) Media ............... ........... ....... 56 56 57 58 59 60 60 How to Copy a CD, DVD or BD Helpful Tips Using Blank CD, DVD, and BD Media ..................... .................. .................. ............... Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture Using Dell MediaDirectTM . Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . HDMI S-Video and Standard Audio . ......... 61 63 64 65 67 69 ........................ ........... ...... ....... ....... Component Video and Standard Audio Composite Video and Standard Audio Enabling the Display Settings for a TV Contents 5 7 Using the Camera .................. ........... ........ 71 71 72 72 Accessing the Camera's Help File Manually Adjusting the Camera Settings Creating a Picture or a Video .............. 8 Using ExpressCards ExpressCard Blanks ................ 73 73 74 74 ................... ................ .......... Installing an ExpressCard Removing an ExpressCard or Blank . 9 Using the Memory Card Reader Memory Card Blanks ....... 75 75 75 76 .................. ................ ........... Installing a Memory Card Removing a Memory Card or Blank 10 Setting Up and Using Networks Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable ....... 77 77 ................ Setting Up a Network in the Microsoft Windows VistaTM Operating System Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection . . . . . . ..... 78 78 78 78 ......... ........... ...... Checking Your Wireless Network Card 6 Contents Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem Connecting to a WLAN . .... 79 81 .............. Mobile Broadband/ Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) ........ ..... ... ... 82 83 83 84 85 85 What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Connection Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card . Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband Card . ........... ......... Dell Wi-Fi CatcherTM Network Locator 11 Securing Your Computer Security Cable Lock Passwords . ............. 87 87 88 88 89 89 ................... ....................... ................... .............. ........... Fingerprint Reader Computer Tracking Software If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen 12 Troubleshooting ................... ............. 91 91 91 95 96 97 97 Dell Technical Update Service Dell Diagnostics . .................... ................... ................... .................. .................. Dell Support Center Dell Support 3 Dell PC Tune-Up Dell PC CheckUp Contents 7 Dell Network Assistant DellConnect . Drive Problems ............... 98 98 99 99 100 100 102 107 107 108 108 109 109 109 109 110 110 110 110 111 112 112 113 113 .................... ..................... ............... Optical drive problems Hard drive problems ................ ........ E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems . Error Messages ..................... ................. ............... ExpressCard Problems IEEE 1394 Device Problems Keyboard Problems ................... ............ External Keyboard problems Unexpected characters .............. ............ ............ .......... .......... ..... Lockups and Software Problems The computer does not start The computer stops responding A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly . . . . . . . A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system A solid blue screen appears Dell MediaDirect problems . Other software problems . Memory Problems ............ ............ ............. .................... ................... ..... Network Problems . Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN]) Power Problems ..................... 8 Contents Printer Problems .................... ................... ............. ........ 114 115 116 116 116 117 117 117 118 118 119 120 120 120 120 121 Scanner Problems . Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from integrated speakers No sound from external speakers No sound from headphones Remote Control Problems ......... ............ ................ ............. Touch Pad or Mouse Problems Video and Display Problems If the display is blank . .............. ............... .......... ....... If the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readable Drivers .......................... ................. ................. .......... What Is a Driver? . Identifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems in the Windows VistaTM Operating System . . . . . Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System Using Windows Vista System Restore Using the Operating System Media .. 123 .... 124 125 128 ....... ........ Contents 9 13 Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin Recommended Tools ......... 131 131 131 131 132 133 134 135 135 136 136 138 138 139 140 140 140 142 144 144 145 146 147 149 .................... ................ ............. ....... Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer Hard Drive ........................ ............. ............. ........... ........ ...... ...... Removing the Hard Drive . Replacing the Hard Drive . Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Center Control Cover and Hinge Covers Removing the Center Control Cover and Hinge Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the Center Control Cover and Hinge Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keyboard ......................... .............. .............. Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard Memory ......................... .......... .......... Removing the Memory Module Replacing the Memory Module Subscriber Identity Module Wireless Mini Cards . ............... .................. .............. .............. ......... Removing a WLAN Card Replacing a WLAN Card Removing a Mobile Broadband or WWAN Card . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing a WWAN Card ............. 10 Contents Flash Cache Module .................. ................. ................. 149 149 150 Removing the FCM Replacing the FCM Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology . Removing the Card Replacing the Card ........... 151 151 152 ................. ................. 14 Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer Packing the Computer . Travel Tips ....... 153 153 153 154 154 ............... ................. ........................ .................. Traveling by Air . 15 Getting Help ..................... .................. ..... 155 155 156 156 156 157 157 157 157 158 158 160 Obtaining Assistance DellConnect Technical Support and Customer Service Online Services AutoTech Service .................... .................. ................. ......... Automated Order-Status Service Problems With Your Order Product Information ............... ................... ..... Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You Call Contacting Dell ..................... ..................... Contents 11 16 Specifications A Appendix .................... 161 171 171 172 172 172 174 174 175 175 175 176 177 177 177 177 178 ........................ ............ ......... Using the System Setup Program System Setup Screen . Viewing the System Setup Screen Commonly Used Options Cleaning Your Computer . Touch Pad Mouse Media ............... .............. ................ ......... Computer, Keyboard, and Display ..................... ....................... ........................ ....... ..... Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only) Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FCC Notice (U.S. Only) FCC Class B ...... .................. ..................... .............. Macrovision Product Notice Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Index 197 .............................. 12 Contents Finding Information NOTE: Some features may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features may not be available in certain countries. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. What Are You Looking For? · · · · A diagnostic program for my computer Drivers for my computer Device documentation Notebook System Software (NSS) Find It Here Drivers and Utilities Media Documentation and drivers are already installed on your computer. You can use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 121) or run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 91). Readme files may be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technicalreference material for technicians or experienced users. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. Finding Information 13 What Are You Looking For? · · · · · · Warranty information Terms and Conditions (U.S. only) Safety instructions Regulatory information Ergonomics information End User License Agreement Find It Here DellTM Product Information Guide · How to set up my computer Setup Diagram NOTE: The appearance of your setup diagram may vary. · Service Tag and Express Service Code · Microsoft® Windows® Product Key Service Tag and Microsoft Windows Product Key These labels are located on your computer. · Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. · Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting support. NOTE: As an increased security measure, the newly designed Microsoft Windows license label incorporates a missing portion or "hole" to discourage removal of the label. 14 Finding Information What Are You Looking For? · Solutions -- Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, online courses, and frequently asked questions · Community -- Online discussion with other Dell customers · Upgrades -- Upgrade information for components, such as the memory, hard drive, and operating system · Customer Care -- Contact information, service call and order status, and warranty and repair information · Service and support -- Service call status, support history, service contract, and online discussions with support · Dell Technical Update Service -- Proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for your computer · Reference -- Computer documentation, details on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers · Downloads -- Certified drivers, patches, and software updates Find It Here Dell Support Website -- support.dell.com NOTE: Select your region or business segment to view the appropriate support site. · Notebook System Software (NSS) -- If To download Notebook System Software: you reinstall the operating system for 1 Go to support.dell.com and click your computer, you should also reinstall Drivers & Downloads. the NSS utility. NSS provides critical 2 Enter your Service Tag or Product Type updates for your operating system and and Product Model, and click Go. support for processors, optical drives, 3 Scroll to System and Configuration USB devices, and so on. NSS is UtilitiesDell Notebook System necessary for correct operation of your Software and click Download Now. Dell computer. The software 4 Select Drivers & Downloads and click automatically detects your computer Go. and operating system and installs the NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface updates appropriate for your may vary depending on your selections. configuration. Finding Information 15 What Are You Looking For? · Software upgrades and troubleshooting hints -- Frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general health of your computing environment Find It Here Dell Support Utility The Dell Support Utility is an automated upgrade and notification system installed on your computer. This support provides real-time health scans of your computing environment, software updates, and relevant self-support information. Access the Dell Support Utility from the icon on the taskbar. For more information, see "Dell Support Center" on page 95. · How to use Microsoft Windows VistaTM Windows Help and Support 1 Click Start Help and Support. · How to work with programs and files 2 In Search Help, type a word or phrase · How to personalize my desktop that describes your problem, and then press or click the magnifying glass. 3 Click the topic that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. · Information on network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. The taskbar is located in the lower-right corner of your screen. 16 Finding Information What Are You Looking For? · How to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Operating System Media The operating system is already installed on your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System media. See "Restoring Your Microsoft® Windows Vista® Operating System" on page 124. After you reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. Your operating system product key label is located on your computer. NOTE: The color of your DVD varies based on the operating system you ordered. Finding Information 17 18 Finding Information Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet NOTE: Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and ISP offerings vary by country. To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an ISP . Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: · DSL connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your existing telephone line or cellular telephone service. With a DSL connection, you can access the Internet and use your telephone on the same line simultaneously. Cable modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your local cable TV line. Satellite modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access through a satellite television system. Dial-up connections that provide Internet access through a telephone line. Dial-up connections are considerably slower than DSL, cable, and satellite modem connections. Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) or Mobile Broadband technology provides a connection to the Internet using cellular technology at broadband rates. Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) connections use high-frequency radio waves to communicate. Typically, a wireless router is connected to the broadband cable or DSL modem that broadcasts the Internet signal to your computer. · · · · · If you are using a dial-up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem connector and to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection. Your system does not have an internal modem. It supports an external USB modem which can be connected to the USB port. If you have ordered an external modem with your system, see the Help in the CD that shipped with the modem for information on setting it up. If you are using a DSL, cable or satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Setting Up Your Computer 19 Setting Up Your Internet Connection To set up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut: 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with a different ISP, perform the steps in the following section that corresponds to the operating system your computer is using. NOTE: If you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see "E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems" on page 100. If you cannot connect to the Internet, but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later. NOTE: Have your ISP information ready. If you do not have an ISP, the Connect to the Internet wizard can help you get one. 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start Control Panel. 3 Under Network and Internet, click Connect to the Internet. The Connect to the Internet window appears. 4 Click either Broadband (PPPoE) or Dial-up, depending on how you want to connect: · · Choose Broadband if you will use a DSL, satellite modem, cable TV modem, or Bluetooth wireless technology connection. Chose Dial-up if you will use a dial-up modem or ISDN. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup. 20 Setting Up Your Computer Transferring Information to a New Computer You can use your operating system "wizards" to help you transfer files and other data from one computer to another--for example, from an old computer to a new computer. For instructions, see the following section that corresponds to the operating system that your computer is running. 1 Click Start Transfer files and settingsStart Windows Easy Transfer. 2 In the User Account Control dialog box, click Continue. 3 Click Start a new transfer or Continue a transfer in progress. Follow the instructions provided on the screen by the Windows Easy Transfer wizard. Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer. See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: · · · Obtain and install updated drivers. Connect the printer to the computer. Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge. For technical assistance, refer to the printer owner's manual or contact the printer manufacturer. Printer Cable Your printer connects to your computer with either a USB cable or a parallel cable. Your printer may not come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that it is compatible with your printer and computer. If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you purchased your computer, the cable may arrive in the computer's shipping box. Setting Up Your Computer 21 Connecting a USB Printer NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on. 1 Complete the operating system setup if you have not already done so. 2 Attach the USB printer cable to the USB connectors on the computer and the printer. The USB connectors fit only one way. 1 2 3 1 3 USB connector on computer USB printer cable 2 USB connector on printer 3 Turn on the printer, and then turn on the computer. 4 Click Start NetworkAdd a printer to start the Add Printer Wizard. 5 Install the printer driver if necessary. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 121 and the documentation that came with your printer. 22 Setting Up Your Computer Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to protect against power fluctuations and failures: · · · Surge protectors Line conditioners Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) Surge Protectors Surge protectors and power strips equipped with surge protection help prevent damage to your computer from voltage spikes that can occur during electrical storms or after power interruptions. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for certain types of damage. Carefully read the device warranty when choosing a surge protector. A device with a higher joule rating offers more protection. Compare joule ratings to determine the relative effectiveness of different devices. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. When lightning occurs in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the telephone wall jack and disconnect your computer from the electrical outlet. Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. See the surge protector documentation for modem connection instructions. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Disconnect the network cable from the network wall jack during electrical storms. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power interruptions. Line conditioners are designed to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. Setting Up Your Computer 23 Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to a UPS. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to a separate power strip that provides surge protection. A UPS protects against power fluctuations and interruptions. UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. The battery charges while AC power is available. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to ensure that the device is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 24 Setting Up Your Computer About Your Computer Front View 1 2 3 16 15 14 4 5 6 7 13 12 11 10 9 8 About Your Computer 25 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 camera indicator display volume control buttons fingerprint reader microphone connector consumer IR touch pad power button 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 camera media control buttons keyboard 8-in-1 memory card reader audio connectors touch pad buttons Dell MediaDirect button dual digital microphones CAMERA INDICATOR CAMERA DISPLAY -- Indicates that the camera is turned on. -- Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. -- For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 43. POWER BUTTON -- Press the power button to turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 48). Windows® operating system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button. NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn off your computer by performing a Microsoft® If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely (may take several seconds). KEYBOARD -- For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Keyboard and Touchpad" on page 39. DELL MEDIAD I R E C T TM B U T T O N -- Press the Dell MediaDirect button to launch Dell MediaDirect (see "Using Dell MediaDirectTM" on page 60). DUAL DIGITAL MICROPHONES -- Built-in microphone for conferencing and chat. 26 About Your Computer 8- I N -1 M E M O R Y C A R D R E A D E R -- Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on a memory card. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. The 8-in-1 memory card reader reads the following digital memory cards: · Secure Digital (SD) memory card · Secure Digital Input/Output (SDIO) card · MultiMediaCard (MMC) · Memory Stick · Memory Stick PRO · xD-Picture Card · Hi Speed-SD · Hi Density-SD TOUCH PAD -- Provides the functionality of a mouse (see "Touch Pad" on page 41). TOUCH PAD BUTTONS -- Use these buttons much like the buttons on a mouse when you use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display (see "Touch Pad" on page 41). -- Helps to keep your DellTM computer secure. When you slide your finger over the reader, it uses your unique fingerprint to authenticate your user Programs Fingerprint Reader Suite. identity. For more information, click Start There are four sub items in this folder. ­ ­ ­ ­ User Enrollment - To enroll your fingerprint Control Center - To access the Fingerprint Reader Suite settings Fingerprint Tutorial - Guide to fingerprint scanning Help - HTML-based help