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Contents CAUTION: Safety Instructions 11 General 11 Power 12 Battery 13 Air Travel 14 EMC Instructions 14 California Residents 14 When Using Your Computer 15 Ergonomic Computing Habits 16 When Working Inside Your Computer 16 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 17 Battery Disposal 17 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 20 Left Side View 23 Right Side View 24 Back View 26 Bottom View 28 2 Setting Up Your Computer Dell™ QuickSet Features 32 Clicking the QuickSet Icon 32 Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon 32 Contents 3
Contents CAUTION: Safety Instructions 11 General 11 Power 12 Battery 13 Air Travel 14 EMC Instructions 14 California Residents 14 When Using Your Computer 15 Ergonomic Computing Habits 16 When Working Inside Your Computer 16 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 17 Battery Disposal 17 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 20 Left Side View 23 Right Side View 24 Back View 26 Bottom View 28 2 Setting Up Your Computer Dell™ QuickSet Features 32 Clicking the QuickSet Icon 32 Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon 32 Contents 3
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... E-Mail Problems 35 Transferring Information to a New Computer 36 Setting Up a Printer 37 Printer Cable 38 Connecting a USB Printer 38 Printer Problems 38 Power Protection Devices 39 Surge Protectors 39 Line Conditioners 40 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 40 Turning Off Your Computer 40 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 42 Checking the Battery Charge 43...
... E-Mail Problems 35 Transferring Information to a New Computer 36 Setting Up a Printer 37 Printer Cable 38 Connecting a USB Printer 38 Printer Problems 38 Power Protection Devices 39 Surge Protectors 39 Line Conditioners 40 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 40 Turning Off Your Computer 40 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 42 Checking the Battery Charge 43...
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... not charging 46 If battery life is short 46 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ Button 48 Reprogramming the Button 48 Numeric Keypad 48 Keyboard Shortcuts 49 System Functions 49 Display Functions 49 Power Management 50 Speaker Functions 50 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 50 Touch...
... not charging 46 If battery life is short 46 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ Button 48 Reprogramming the Button 48 Numeric Keypad 48 Keyboard Shortcuts 49 System Functions 49 Display Functions 49 Power Management 50 Speaker Functions 50 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 50 Touch...
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... and Peripherals (Canada Only 154 1-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America and the Caribbean Only 155 8 Contents Only 150 Limited Warranty Terms for the Dell-Branded Hardware Products (U.S. Only) 147 "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (U.S. CD or DVD Drive 106 Keyboard 108 9 Appendix Specifications 114 Using the System Setup... System Setup Screens 121 System Setup Screens 121 Commonly Used Options 122 System and Battery Performance Optimization 123 System Performance Overview 123 Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge Time . . . 124 Variable Speed Fan 124...
... and Peripherals (Canada Only 154 1-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America and the Caribbean Only 155 8 Contents Only 150 Limited Warranty Terms for the Dell-Branded Hardware Products (U.S. Only) 147 "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (U.S. CD or DVD Drive 106 Keyboard 108 9 Appendix Specifications 114 Using the System Setup... System Setup Screens 121 System Setup Screens 121 Commonly Used Options 122 System and Battery Performance Optimization 123 System Performance Overview 123 Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge Time . . . 124 Variable Speed Fan 124...
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... a desk top or on or connected to the AC adapter. Doing so can cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn. • Do not use an extension power cable with exposed skin can damage the computer or cause fire. • Do not store your computer in to the extension...PC Card) modem, disconnect the modem cable if an electrical storm is present). Use care when handling the adapter during normal operation (particularly when AC power is approaching to avoid the remote risk of time. Avoid placing loose papers underneath your computer. Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire...
... a desk top or on or connected to the AC adapter. Doing so can cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn. • Do not use an extension power cable with exposed skin can damage the computer or cause fire. • Do not store your computer in to the extension...PC Card) modem, disconnect the modem cable if an electrical storm is present). Use care when handling the adapter during normal operation (particularly when AC power is approaching to avoid the remote risk of time. Avoid placing loose papers underneath your computer. Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire...
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...includes a modem, the cable used with the modem should be manufactured with the AC adapter power cable. • Be sure that nothing rests on . 12 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use the appropriate type, 2-prong or 3-prong, to mate... bottom of your computer has a modem RJ-11 connector and a network RJ-45 connector, insert the telephone cable into properly grounded power sources. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device...
...includes a modem, the cable used with the modem should be manufactured with the AC adapter power cable. • Be sure that nothing rests on . 12 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use the appropriate type, 2-prong or 3-prong, to mate... bottom of your computer has a modem RJ-11 connector and a network RJ-45 connector, insert the telephone cable into properly grounded power sources. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device...
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...you handle it improperly. CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • If you are approved for disposal instructions. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of 60ºC (140ºF). Use of other container where metal objects (such as risk of...damage to insert the plug incorrectly. Handle a damaged or leaking battery pack with normal household waste. If the battery is inserted into the power strip. When heated to temperatures in your computer or battery pack near a heat source such as a radiator, fireplace, stove, electric heater...
...you handle it improperly. CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • If you are approved for disposal instructions. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of 60ºC (140ºF). Use of other container where metal objects (such as risk of...damage to insert the plug incorrectly. Handle a damaged or leaking battery pack with normal household waste. If the battery is inserted into the power strip. When heated to temperatures in your computer or battery pack near a heat source such as a radiator, fireplace, stove, electric heater...
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.... If you have the drive checked by hand, be sure to have the computer checked by its edges, not its strain-relief loop, not on power. • When you connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned. • Handle components with the hard drive removed from the computer...
.... If you have the drive checked by hand, be sure to have the computer checked by its edges, not its strain-relief loop, not on power. • When you connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned. • Handle components with the hard drive removed from the computer...
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Keeps the display closed. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Front View Dell™ AccessDirect™ button power button touch pad touch pad buttons display latch display keyboard status lights keyboard speaker speaker device status lights D I S P L A Y L A T C H - To access the help file. For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" in the Tell Me How help file, see page 80. 20 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r D IS P LA Y -
Keeps the display closed. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Front View Dell™ AccessDirect™ button power button touch pad touch pad buttons display latch display keyboard status lights keyboard speaker speaker device status lights D I S P L A Y L A T C H - To access the help file. For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" in the Tell Me How help file, see page 80. 20 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r D IS P LA Y -
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... battery is low. - See page 51 for more information. 22 A To u r of data, never turn on the computer. See page 51 for more information. www.dell.com | support.dell.com DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is flashing. Blinks or turns off in...
... battery is low. - See page 51 for more information. 22 A To u r of data, never turn on the computer. See page 51 for more information. www.dell.com | support.dell.com DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is flashing. Blinks or turns off in...
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... (which may take several seconds). Left Side View PC Card slot audio connectors (2) CD or DVD drive PC C AR D SL O T - Press the power button to launch a program of Yo ur Comput e r 23 For more information, see page 48. NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer... help file, see "Using PC Cards" in the Tell Me How help file, see page 40). If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your choice. D E L L ™ AC C E S S D I R EC T ™ B U T T O N - Supports one PC Card, such as support and educational ...
... (which may take several seconds). Left Side View PC Card slot audio connectors (2) CD or DVD drive PC C AR D SL O T - Press the power button to launch a program of Yo ur Comput e r 23 For more information, see page 48. NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer... help file, see "Using PC Cards" in the Tell Me How help file, see page 40). If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your choice. D E L L ™ AC C E S S D I R EC T ™ B U T T O N - Supports one PC Card, such as support and educational ...
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... works with your computer. For more information, see page 80. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer to a TV. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to avoid damaging the cable. also, do not use it to... run the computer or to the DC power required by the computer. NOTE: Use only the 90-watt AC adapter that will reduce cooling; To access the help file. The AC ...
... works with your computer. For more information, see page 80. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer to a TV. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to avoid damaging the cable. also, do not use it to... run the computer or to the DC power required by the computer. NOTE: Use only the 90-watt AC adapter that will reduce cooling; To access the help file. The AC ...
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... or disable the Volume Meter on the screen. • Turn wireless activity on or off. • View Dell QuickSet Help. • View the version and copyright date of icons and toolbars. • Select a power scheme that you click, double-click, or right-click the icon. Clicking the QuickSet Icon Click the icon...
... or disable the Volume Meter on the screen. • Turn wireless activity on or off. • View Dell QuickSet Help. • View the version and copyright date of icons and toolbars. • Select a power scheme that you click, double-click, or right-click the icon. Clicking the QuickSet Icon Click the icon...
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...electrical outlet. click the printer icon. 5 Click Properties and click the Ports tab. Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against... devices. See page 89. Carefully read the device warranty when choosing a surge protector. Compare joule ratings to the following power interruptions. The level of protection is listed, right- Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for certain types of damage....
...electrical outlet. click the printer icon. 5 Click Properties and click the Ports tab. Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against... devices. See page 89. Carefully read the device warranty when choosing a surge protector. Compare joule ratings to the following power interruptions. The level of protection is listed, right- Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for certain types of damage....
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... network cable from the network wall jack during electrical storms. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. NOTE: As an alternative to turning off your computer, you can set your computer to enter...battery that provides temporary power to a separate power strip that the device is available. See the surge protector documentation for modem protection. A UPS protects against power interruptions. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge ...
... network cable from the network wall jack during electrical storms. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. NOTE: As an alternative to turning off your computer, you can set your computer to enter...battery that provides temporary power to a separate power strip that the device is available. See the surge protector documentation for modem protection. A UPS protects against power interruptions. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge ...
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SECTION 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Charging the Battery Removing a Battery Installing a Battery Storing a Battery Battery and Power Problems 3
SECTION 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Charging the Battery Removing a Battery Installing a Battery Storing a Battery Battery and Power Problems 3
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... a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for more information about the Dell warranty for your Dell™ computer. Battery Performance Use a battery to power the computer when it is low. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased ...from other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in maximum performance mode. Do not use a battery from Dell. Operating time may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. 42 U s i n g a...
... a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for more information about the Dell warranty for your Dell™ computer. Battery Performance Use a battery to power the computer when it is low. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased ...from other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in maximum performance mode. Do not use a battery from Dell. Operating time may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. 42 U s i n g a...
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... low-battery alarms, see page 80. U s ing a B atte r y 43 For more information on the Power Meter tab, see page 80. To access the help file, see "Power Management" in the Tell Me How help file. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet, a icon appears. ...If the battery runs completely out of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. Power Meter The Windows power meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the power meter, double-click the icon on the battery charge. Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To ...
... low-battery alarms, see page 80. U s ing a B atte r y 43 For more information on the Power Meter tab, see page 80. To access the help file, see "Power Management" in the Tell Me How help file. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet, a icon appears. ...If the battery runs completely out of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. Power Meter The Windows power meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the power meter, double-click the icon on the battery charge. Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To ...
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... turned off or connected to continue charging the battery. Removing a Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, disconnect the modem from charging. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with a battery, see "Power Management" in the Tell Me How help file, see page 80.
... turned off or connected to continue charging the battery. Removing a Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, disconnect the modem from charging. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with a battery, see "Power Management" in the Tell Me How help file, see page 80.
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... to connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on standby mode. If the computer does not turn on , press and hold the power button for several seconds. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you store your computer for information on the computer. When the... power light is in standby mode-press the power button to turn on the computer or exit a power management mode. If the light is off, press the power button to exit standby mode. To access the help file for an...
... to connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on standby mode. If the computer does not turn on , press and hold the power button for several seconds. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you store your computer for information on the computer. When the... power light is in standby mode-press the power button to turn on the computer or exit a power management mode. If the light is off, press the power button to exit standby mode. To access the help file for an...