Dell Studio XPS 1640, Setup Manual, Page: 30 / 76

This section provides troubleshooting
information for your Studio XPS. If you can
not solve your problem using the following
guidelines, see “Using Support Tools” on
page 33 or “Contacting Dell” on page 49.
CAUTION: Only trained service personnel
should remove the computer cover. See
the
Service Manual
on the Dell Support
website at support.dell.com for advanced
service and troubleshooting instructions.
Network Problems
Wireless Connections
If the wireless network connection is lost
— The wireless button may have been
unintentionally pressed, deactivating your
wireless connections. To turn on wireless,
with the computer turned on, lightly touch the
wireless symbol on the center control
cover and then release. You can manage
the Wireless LAN using Dell Wireless WLAN
Card Utility from your taskbar. You can also
use Windows Wireless Network Connections ,
accessed from Control Panel, to manage
Wireless LAN.
— Interference may be blocking or interrupting
your wireless connection. Try moving the
computer closer to your wireless router.
Wired Connections
If the wired network connection is lost
— The cable is loose or damaged.
— Verify both ends of the network cable are
connected. Try another network cable, if
available.
Solving Problems