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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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...the computer yourself unless you use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. • The AC adapter may become hot during normal operation (particularly when AC power is turned on exposed skin for example, near a bath tub, sink, or swimming pool or in a wet basement • If your computer includes...a bed, sofa, or rug. • Place the AC adapter in a closed briefcase, while the computer is present). Also, do not use an extension power cable with your portable computer to operate with papers or other items that the total ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension...
...the computer yourself unless you use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. • The AC adapter may become hot during normal operation (particularly when AC power is turned on exposed skin for example, near a bath tub, sink, or swimming pool or in a wet basement • If your computer includes...a bed, sofa, or rug. • Place the AC adapter in a closed briefcase, while the computer is present). Also, do not use an extension power cable with your portable computer to operate with papers or other items that the total ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension...
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... . 12 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions If you clean your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. These power cables may contain flammable substances. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device... and a network RJ-45 connector, insert the telephone cable into properly grounded power sources. Use of another AC adapter may become very warm during an electrical storm. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use the appropriate type, 2-prong or 3-prong,...
... . 12 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions If you clean your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. These power cables may contain flammable substances. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device... and a network RJ-45 connector, insert the telephone cable into properly grounded power sources. Use of another AC adapter may become very warm during an electrical storm. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use the appropriate type, 2-prong or 3-prong,...
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...not disassemble it improperly. Handle a damaged or leaking battery pack with this computer. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of the power plug is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may increase the risk of your computer, as well ... appliance or otherwise expose it to your computer's battery in excess of electric shock and/or fire. If the battery is inserted into the power strip. Discard a used battery according to the manufacturer's instructions or contact your computer or battery pack near a heat source such as a ...
...not disassemble it improperly. Handle a damaged or leaking battery pack with this computer. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of the power plug is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may increase the risk of your computer, as well ... appliance or otherwise expose it to your computer's battery in excess of electric shock and/or fire. If the battery is inserted into the power strip. Discard a used battery according to the manufacturer's instructions or contact your computer or battery pack near a heat source such as a ...
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.... As 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 asked to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, and then wait 5 seconds...
.... As 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 asked to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, and then wait 5 seconds...
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D IS P LA Y - For more information about your display, see page 80. 20 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r Keeps the display closed. To access the help file, see "Using the Display" in the Tell Me How help file. 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 -
D IS P LA Y - For more information about your display, see page 80. 20 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r Keeps the display closed. To access the help file, see "Using the Display" in the Tell Me How help file. 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 -
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... charging. Blinks to an electrical outlet, the follows: - Solid green: The battery is turned off). - TO UC H PA D - www.dell.com | support.dell.com DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off in power management mode. Blinks or turns off the computer while the light is flashing. TO UC H PA D BU T T O N S - The...
... charging. Blinks to an electrical outlet, the follows: - Solid green: The battery is turned off). - TO UC H PA D - www.dell.com | support.dell.com DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off in power management mode. Blinks or turns off the computer while the light is flashing. TO UC H PA D BU T T O N S - The...
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..., such as a modem or network adapter. If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your choice. Press this button to enter or exit a power management mode. You can reprogram the button to turn off completely (which may take several seconds).... For more information, see page 80. PO W E R B U T T O N - Press the power button to launch a program of Yo ur Comput e r 23 To access the help file, see "Using PC Cards" in the Tell Me How help file, ...
..., such as a modem or network adapter. If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your choice. Press this button to enter or exit a power management mode. You can reprogram the button to turn off completely (which may take several seconds).... For more information, see page 80. PO W E R B U T T O N - Press the power button to launch a program of Yo ur Comput e r 23 To access the help file, see "Using PC Cards" in the Tell Me How help file, ...
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...adapter inside a carrying case. NOTE: Use only the 90-watt AC adapter that will reduce cooling; The AC adapter converts AC power to avoid damaging the cable. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. A To ur of Yo ur Comput e r 27 You can connect the AC adapter with your ...when you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to the DC power required by the computer. USB CONNECTORS Connects USB devices, such as a desk top or on or off. CAUTION: The AC adapter works with papers...
...adapter inside a carrying case. NOTE: Use only the 90-watt AC adapter that will reduce cooling; The AC adapter converts AC power to avoid damaging the cable. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. A To ur of Yo ur Comput e r 27 You can connect the AC adapter with your ...when you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to the DC power required by the computer. USB CONNECTORS Connects USB devices, such as a desk top or on or off. CAUTION: The AC adapter works with papers...
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.... icon in the taskbar and functions differently when you set in the Power Management Wizard. • Turn presentation mode 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. Double...
.... icon in the taskbar and functions differently when you set in the Power Management Wizard. • Turn presentation mode 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. Double...
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... 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. Compare joule ratings to the following power interruptions. Ensure that can occur during electrical...I N T E R D R I S T U R N E D O N - Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for certain types of different devices. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations and failures: • Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible...
... 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. Compare joule ratings to the following power interruptions. Ensure that can occur during electrical...I N T E R D R I S T U R N E D O N - Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for certain types of different devices. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations and failures: • Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible...
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...: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to a UPS. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to...As an alternative to enter standby or hibernate mode. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is being saved to ensure that provides surge protection. A UPS protects against power interruptions. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem...
...: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to a UPS. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to...As an alternative to enter standby or hibernate mode. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is being saved to ensure that provides surge protection. A UPS protects against power interruptions. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem...
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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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.... Operating time may increase the risk of fire or explosion. You can set power management options to alert you connect your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to work with your Dell™ computer. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to... charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for more information about the Dell warranty for your computer. Damaged batteries may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. See "Power Management" in the battery bay. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with household waste. ...
.... Operating time may increase the risk of fire or explosion. You can set power management options to alert you connect your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to work with your Dell™ computer. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to... charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for more information about the Dell warranty for your computer. Damaged batteries may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. See "Power Management" in the battery bay. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with household waste. ...
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...A pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is connected to an electrical outlet. For more information on low-battery alarms, see "Power Management" in the Tell Me How help file. To access the help file, see page 80. Then connect the computer to an electrical ...outlet, a icon appears. If the battery runs completely out of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. Checking the Battery Charge The Microsoft® Windows® power meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on ...
...A pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is connected to an electrical outlet. For more information on low-battery alarms, see "Power Management" in the Tell Me How help file. To access the help file, see page 80. Then connect the computer to an electrical ...outlet, a icon appears. If the battery runs completely out of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. Checking the Battery Charge The Microsoft® Windows® power meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on ...
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... battery is on resolving problems with the computer turned off or connected to an electrical outlet. 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. For more information on and...
... battery is on resolving problems with the computer turned off or connected to an electrical outlet. 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. For more information on and...
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...Installing a Battery Slide the battery into the battery bay until the latch clicks. Battery and Power Problems C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T - When the power light is off, press the power button to turn on, press and hold the power button for information on standby mode. The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery... connect the computer to exit standby mode. To access the help file for several seconds. If the light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. NOTE: See the Tell Me How help file, see page 80. U s ing a B atte r y 45 After a long storage period, ...
...Installing a Battery Slide the battery into the battery bay until the latch clicks. Battery and Power Problems C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T - When the power light is off, press the power button to turn on, press and hold the power button for information on standby mode. The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery... connect the computer to exit standby mode. To access the help file for several seconds. If the light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. NOTE: See the Tell Me How help file, see page 80. U s ing a B atte r y 45 After a long storage period, ...