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... and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2008...
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... Your Display and Computer 12 Attach the Cable Clip (Optional 12 Windows Vista® Setup 13 Connect to the Internet (Optional 13
Using Your Studio Hybrid 16 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 18 Using the Optical Disc Drive 20
Changing the Sleeve 21 Software Features 22
Solving Problems 24 Wireless Mouse or Keyboard Problems 24 Network Problems 25 Power Problems 26 Memory...
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... in permanent damage to the computer.
Install the Stand
You have the option of setting up your computer either in a vertical or horizontal position.
Your computer automatically rotates the illuminated name and symbols to display correctly in either orientation. While powered on, the Dell™ logos on either side of the computer illuminate when the computer is vertical, and only...
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... 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...
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• See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. If necessary, install additional memory (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com).
• Reseat the memory modules (See the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com) to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory.
If you experience other...
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...Check the software documentation. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
NOTE: Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on CD.
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If the computer stops ...similar to non‑Windows Vista operating system environments.
1. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with this version of Windows.
2. In the ...
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... Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer.
Solving Problems - Ensure that your computer meets the
minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for information. - Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. - Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. - If necessary...
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..., System Information, Upgrades & Accessories)
The top of the Dell Support Center home page displays your system's model number along with its service tag and express service code.
For more information about the Dell Support Center, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.
System Messages
If your computer has an issue or error, it may...
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... ship with your computer.
See the System Setup section in the Service Manual to review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device that you want to test displays in the system setup program and is active.
Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media.
Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
The Dell Diagnostics is...
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... on your hard drive.
Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media
1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities media.
2. Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately.
NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut...
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... the hard drive. Use the disc only if System Restore did not resolve your operating system problem.
System Restore
The Windows operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left...
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System Recovery Options
NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view.
Starting System Restore
1. Click Start .
2. In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press .
NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are...
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... drive. Data files include documents, spreadsheets, e-mail messages, digital photos, music files, and so on. If possible, back up all data before using Factory Image Restore.
Dell Factory Image Restore
1. Turn on the computer. When the Dell logo appears, press several times to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options Window.
2. Select Repair Your Computer.
3. The System Recovery Options window...
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..., the primary hard drive is the first drive detected by the computer.
To reinstall Windows, you need the following items:
• Dell Operating System media
• Dell Drivers and Utilities media
NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media contains drivers that were installed during the assembly of the computer. Use the Dell Drivers and Utilities media to load any required drivers. Depending on...
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... sequence for one time only. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the system setup program.
6. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press .
7. Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.
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...;, networking, and e-mail.
upgrade your computer with new or additional memory, or a new hard drive. reinstall or replace a worn or defective part.
See:
your Operating System disc.
the Drivers and Utilities disc. NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com.
the Dell Technology Guide installed on your hard drive.
the Service Manual on...
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... your Service tag/Express Service Code- You must use the service tag to identify your computer on support.dell.com or to contact technical support.
find drivers and downloads.
access technical support and product help.
check on your order status for new purchases.
find solutions and answers to common questions.
locate information for last-minute updates about technical changes to your computer or...
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...Model
Studio Hybrid 140g
This section provides basic information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. For more detailed specifications, see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.
NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and...
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... computer sleeve design 21 your desktop 22 your energy settings 23
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damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 23
DellConnect 41 Dell Diagnostics 33 Dell Factory Image Restore 35 Dell Support Center 30 Dell support website 47 Dell Technology Guide
for futher information 46 Diagnostic Checklist 44 disc drive
supported disc sizes 20 discs
ejecting 20 using 20 display, connecting 8 drivers and downloads...
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reinstalling Windows 35 resources, finding more 46 restoring factory image 36 rotating icons 5
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SD card reader 17 SDHC card reader 17 security cable slot 19 setup, before you begin 5 shipping products
for return or repair 43 sleeve, changing 21
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software features 22 software problems 28 solving problems 24 S/PDIF connector 19 specifications 48 support email addresses 42 support sites...