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Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3 Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer -
Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3 Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer -
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... Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact Details for Regulatory Compliance Web site 165 Additional Compliance Information 165 Migration Tips 166 Migrating to Windows 7 From an Earlier Windows Operating System 166 Transfer Methods 167 Power Management 167 Configuring the Power Settings 168 Contents 11
... Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact Details for Regulatory Compliance Web site 165 Additional Compliance Information 165 Migration Tips 166 Migrating to Windows 7 From an Earlier Windows Operating System 166 Transfer Methods 167 Power Management 167 Configuring the Power Settings 168 Contents 11
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...; If you are using a mouse, point to the upper-right corner of the screen), and then click Settings. 2. Turning off your computer - Tap or click Power and then choose Shut down. Windows 8 To turn off your computer: 1.
...; If you are using a mouse, point to the upper-right corner of the screen), and then click Settings. 2. Turning off your computer - Tap or click Power and then choose Shut down. Windows 8 To turn off your computer: 1.
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... your computer or a Dell-approved replacement power adapter, to computers. CAUTION: It is shipped. Power adapters convert AC current to DC current for , and the power cable varies based on the country where the power adapter is recommended to use only the power adapter that shipped with your computer. Power Adapter 21 Power Adapter Power adapters are used...
... your computer or a Dell-approved replacement power adapter, to computers. CAUTION: It is shipped. Power adapters convert AC current to DC current for , and the power cable varies based on the country where the power adapter is recommended to use only the power adapter that shipped with your computer. Power Adapter 21 Power Adapter Power adapters are used...
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... weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet when possible; battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is used...it has to be charged more often. Battery Laptop Battery The following : • Connect the computer to optimize your computer's power usage (see Setting Power Options). • Use the Sleep power state when you leave the computer unattended for long periods of time. 22 Battery
... weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet when possible; battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is used...it has to be charged more often. Battery Laptop Battery The following : • Connect the computer to optimize your computer's power usage (see Setting Power Options). • Use the Sleep power state when you leave the computer unattended for long periods of time. 22 Battery
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... is turned off . The following activities significantly reduce the operating time of system board, temperature, the time for which the computer is powered off, and so on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which is switched off . You may need to an...hold a charge, varies depending on how you leave the computer unattended for several years. The CMOS chip contains the time, date, and other power-intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games. You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to ...
... is turned off . The following activities significantly reduce the operating time of system board, temperature, the time for which the computer is powered off, and so on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which is switched off . You may need to an...hold a charge, varies depending on how you leave the computer unattended for several years. The CMOS chip contains the time, date, and other power-intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games. You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to ...
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Keyboard Connection Types You can connect a keyboard to the computer using a cable and does not require additional power source, such as batteries. An RF receiver is connected to your computer. Wired: The keyboard is connected to the computer... a Bluetooth adapter connected to use the keyboard from the computer. The keyboard connects to operate and some wireless keyboards have rechargeable batteries. On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness • Half keyboard/touchpad brightness • No lighting...
Keyboard Connection Types You can connect a keyboard to the computer using a cable and does not require additional power source, such as batteries. An RF receiver is connected to your computer. Wired: The keyboard is connected to the computer... a Bluetooth adapter connected to use the keyboard from the computer. The keyboard connects to operate and some wireless keyboards have rechargeable batteries. On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness • Half keyboard/touchpad brightness • No lighting...
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...of the storage devices store data till you to store data for later use Dell's online System Profiler to support.dell.com. -- Locating the Label on Your Computer The Service Tag and the Express-Service Code is powered on the screen. Go to scan for the Service Tag follow the instructions...storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB memory keys, and so on the computer, or using the using the Dell's online System Profiler. Examples of the computer chassis Using Dell's Online System Profiler If your computer is located on a label on your computer either on the label on . 36...
...of the storage devices store data till you to store data for later use Dell's online System Profiler to support.dell.com. -- Locating the Label on Your Computer The Service Tag and the Express-Service Code is powered on the screen. Go to scan for the Service Tag follow the instructions...storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB memory keys, and so on the computer, or using the using the Dell's online System Profiler. Examples of the computer chassis Using Dell's Online System Profiler If your computer is located on a label on your computer either on the label on . 36...
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... installed inside your computer. Removable Storage Devices Removable storage devices that rotate on a motor‑driven spindle, within a protective enclosure. The hard disk drive is powered on internal storage devices is stored in electrical circuits. Generally, you manually delete it. A typical HDD design consists of magnetic material, with most existing computers...
... installed inside your computer. Removable Storage Devices Removable storage devices that rotate on a motor‑driven spindle, within a protective enclosure. The hard disk drive is powered on internal storage devices is stored in electrical circuits. Generally, you manually delete it. A typical HDD design consists of magnetic material, with most existing computers...
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...-ray Disc (BD) was designed to store digital information. Optical Discs Some examples of memory cards are re-writeable, fast, and retain data even when power supply is a 12 cm plastic optical disc, the same size as digital cameras, mobile phones, media players, gaming consoles, and so on. Memory Cards Memory...
...-ray Disc (BD) was designed to store digital information. Optical Discs Some examples of memory cards are re-writeable, fast, and retain data even when power supply is a 12 cm plastic optical disc, the same size as digital cameras, mobile phones, media players, gaming consoles, and so on. Memory Cards Memory...
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...forms the central part of a system board are: • Processor socket(s) - Contains the system memory or BIOS program. • Power connectors - The figure below lists the basic components of the computer. Some important components of computers. Provides an interface between the processor's..., and location of components may have integrated graphics, sound, and network capabilities. Provides slot(s) to the system board from the computer power supply. Additionally, a system board may vary based on the type of system board and the computer it is a printed circuit board...
...forms the central part of a system board are: • Processor socket(s) - Contains the system memory or BIOS program. • Power connectors - The figure below lists the basic components of the computer. Some important components of computers. Provides an interface between the processor's..., and location of components may have integrated graphics, sound, and network capabilities. Provides slot(s) to the system board from the computer power supply. Additionally, a system board may vary based on the type of system board and the computer it is a printed circuit board...
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...helps increase the surface area for desktop computers or servers. Computer Fan 43 A processor designed for mobile devices consumes less power compared to dissipate heat generated by expelling hot air from overheating, malfunctioning, and damage. Fans are used to the ones designed for... computer fan cools the internal components of a computer by the processor or some high-end graphics cards. Heat sinks generally have high power consumption and thus generate a high amount of heat. Processors are specifically designed for easy exchange of heat. Heat Sink Heat sinks are...
...helps increase the surface area for desktop computers or servers. Computer Fan 43 A processor designed for mobile devices consumes less power compared to dissipate heat generated by expelling hot air from overheating, malfunctioning, and damage. Fans are used to the ones designed for... computer fan cools the internal components of a computer by the processor or some high-end graphics cards. Heat sinks generally have high power consumption and thus generate a high amount of heat. Processors are specifically designed for easy exchange of heat. Heat Sink Heat sinks are...
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... by etching a graphics processing unit (GPU), or any other processing system on the system board. Hence, APUs provide higher data transfer rates while reducing the power consumption which improves the performance of two types: • Integrated video - APUs are best suited for video cards include PCI and AGP. Discrete video cards...
... by etching a graphics processing unit (GPU), or any other processing system on the system board. Hence, APUs provide higher data transfer rates while reducing the power consumption which improves the performance of two types: • Integrated video - APUs are best suited for video cards include PCI and AGP. Discrete video cards...
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... limited peripheral devices • Can be used on both EC 34 and EC 54 slots • Supports a wide range of peripheral devices • Consumes more power than the 34 mm cards • Can be used only on , to your laptop computer. ExpressCards ExpressCards allow you to connect peripheral devices such as...
... limited peripheral devices • Can be used on both EC 34 and EC 54 slots • Supports a wide range of peripheral devices • Consumes more power than the 34 mm cards • Can be used only on , to your laptop computer. ExpressCards ExpressCards allow you to connect peripheral devices such as...
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Connect the AC adapter to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. 1. Setting Up Your Laptop 55 Setting Up Your Laptop WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector.
Connect the AC adapter to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. 1. Setting Up Your Laptop 55 Setting Up Your Laptop WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector.
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NOTE: The location of the power button and AC adapter connector may vary depending on your computer model. 56 Setting Up Your Laptop 2. Press the power button to turn on the your laptop.
NOTE: The location of the power button and AC adapter connector may vary depending on your computer model. 56 Setting Up Your Laptop 2. Press the power button to turn on the your laptop.
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Press the power button to turn on your computer. 58 Setting Up Your Desktop Connect the power cable. 4. 3.
Press the power button to turn on your computer. 58 Setting Up Your Desktop Connect the power cable. 4. 3.
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... the display cable to the same connector on your computer and display. Turn off your computer. 1. Turn off the display and disconnect it from the power supply. 3. Display 65 Connect one end of the cable to the DVI port on your computer and display. Digital Visual Interface Connector Cables Use... the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer. 4. Connect the other end of the power cable to identify the connectors on your display. 5. See the following table to the display...
... the display cable to the same connector on your computer and display. Turn off your computer. 1. Turn off the display and disconnect it from the power supply. 3. Display 65 Connect one end of the cable to the DVI port on your computer and display. Digital Visual Interface Connector Cables Use... the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer. 4. Connect the other end of the power cable to identify the connectors on your display. 5. See the following table to the display...
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Turn on your computer, and then turn on your display. 6. Connect the other end of the power cable to the display's three-prong power strip or wall outlet. 7. Audio Setting Up 5.1 Audio 5.1 audio is most effective when the speakers are placed as shown in the following figure: 66 Audio
Turn on your computer, and then turn on your display. 6. Connect the other end of the power cable to the display's three-prong power strip or wall outlet. 7. Audio Setting Up 5.1 Audio 5.1 audio is most effective when the speakers are placed as shown in the following figure: 66 Audio
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... when the computer is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your computer's power usage (see the Article ID: 405686 at support.dell.com. NOTE: The life of the battery decreases over time depending...; Wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB devices. • High-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power‑intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games. Battery Charging Laptop Battery When you connect the computer with the number of...
... when the computer is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your computer's power usage (see the Article ID: 405686 at support.dell.com. NOTE: The life of the battery decreases over time depending...; Wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB devices. • High-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power‑intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games. Battery Charging Laptop Battery When you connect the computer with the number of...