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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 - 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
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Battery 75 Charging Laptop Battery 75 Improving the Battery Performance 75 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Keyboard 77 General Keyboard Shortcuts 77 Changing Keyboard Input Language 79 Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 80 Touchpad 81 Using Your Touchpad 81 Touchpad Gestures 81 Scroll 81 Zoom 83 Rotate 84 Flick 84 My Favorites 84 Desktop 84 Touchscreen 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Audio Connectors 89 Types of audio connectors 89 5.1 Audio 90 7.1 Audio 90 6 Contents
Battery 75 Charging Laptop Battery 75 Improving the Battery Performance 75 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Keyboard 77 General Keyboard Shortcuts 77 Changing Keyboard Input Language 79 Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 80 Touchpad 81 Using Your Touchpad 81 Touchpad Gestures 81 Scroll 81 Zoom 83 Rotate 84 Flick 84 My Favorites 84 Desktop 84 Touchscreen 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Audio Connectors 89 Types of audio connectors 89 5.1 Audio 90 7.1 Audio 90 6 Contents
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... power state when you leave the computer unattended for long periods of time. 22 Battery Battery Laptop Battery The following : • Connect the computer to be charged more often. battery life is largely determined by the number of the following table compares the most commonly used... batteries. 3-cell battery Low cost Small in size Low capacity Low weight 6-cell battery Moderate cost Large in size Moderate capacity Moderate weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When ...
... power state when you leave the computer unattended for long periods of time. 22 Battery Battery Laptop Battery The following : • Connect the computer to be charged more often. battery life is largely determined by the number of the following table compares the most commonly used... batteries. 3-cell battery Low cost Small in size Low capacity Low weight 6-cell battery Moderate cost Large in size Moderate capacity Moderate weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When ...
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... or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other configuration settings and the coin-cell battery helps preserve these settings while the computer is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power ...Options to an electrical outlet when possible. You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to optimize your computer's power usage (see Power Management). • Using...
... or USB devices. • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other configuration settings and the coin-cell battery helps preserve these settings while the computer is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power ...Options to an electrical outlet when possible. You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to optimize your computer's power usage (see Power Management). • Using...
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...; USB - This connection method reduces cable clutter and gives you the flexibility to operate and some wireless keyboards have rechargeable batteries. The keyboard connects to the computer using the Bluetooth adapter already installed in all computers. Used on the computer. •... to the computer using a cable and does not require additional power source, such as batteries. Such keyboards require batteries to use the keyboard from a more details. On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness...
...; USB - This connection method reduces cable clutter and gives you the flexibility to operate and some wireless keyboards have rechargeable batteries. The keyboard connects to the computer using the Bluetooth adapter already installed in all computers. Used on the computer. •... to the computer using a cable and does not require additional power source, such as batteries. Such keyboards require batteries to use the keyboard from a more details. On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness...
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..., the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The operating time of a battery, which it is hot from overcharging. Improving the Battery Performance The operating time of your computer while the battery is the time the battery can improve the battery performance by: • ... or other power‑intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games. Battery life reduces with the battery installed to an electrical outlet. NOTE: The AC adapter charges the battery even when the computer is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power...
..., the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The operating time of a battery, which it is hot from overcharging. Improving the Battery Performance The operating time of your computer while the battery is the time the battery can improve the battery performance by: • ... or other power‑intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games. Battery life reduces with the battery installed to an electrical outlet. NOTE: The AC adapter charges the battery even when the computer is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power...
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... desktop mode feature protects the battery health by moderating the extent to which your battery charges, protecting your battery when it to an A/C power outlet may not be supported on your laptop battery. NOTE: Dell desktop mode may reduce battery life. NOTE: Dell longevity mode may reduce the battery life. Dell Desktop Mode The Dell longevity mode feature enables you...
... desktop mode feature protects the battery health by moderating the extent to which your battery charges, protecting your battery when it to an A/C power outlet may not be supported on your laptop battery. NOTE: Dell desktop mode may reduce battery life. NOTE: Dell longevity mode may reduce the battery life. Dell Desktop Mode The Dell longevity mode feature enables you...
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... Searches for a file or folder. Displays the Address bar list in the Power Options Properties window. The Battery Meter dialog box is enabled, the battery charges only between 50 percent and 100 percent of its capacity. Click OK. Displays icons representing all currently ...on an integrated display. Increases brightness on your preference. 4. Refreshes the active window. Right-click the battery icon on the Windows notification area, and then click Dell Extended Battery Life Options. Activates a power management mode. Click the Desktop mode tab. 3. Keyboard General Keyboard ...
... Searches for a file or folder. Displays the Address bar list in the Power Options Properties window. The Battery Meter dialog box is enabled, the battery charges only between 50 percent and 100 percent of its capacity. Click OK. Displays icons representing all currently ...on an integrated display. Increases brightness on your preference. 4. Refreshes the active window. Right-click the battery icon on the Windows notification area, and then click Dell Extended Battery Life Options. Activates a power management mode. Click the Desktop mode tab. 3. Keyboard General Keyboard ...
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... the USB device and connect it provides additional bandwidth for troubleshooting purposes and also in situations where an OS reinstallation is automatically disabled when the battery charge reaches 10%. Referred to as SuperSpeed USB, USB 3.0 is the latest version of up to 11 mbps. icon indicates that the USB connector supports...
... the USB device and connect it provides additional bandwidth for troubleshooting purposes and also in situations where an OS reinstallation is automatically disabled when the battery charge reaches 10%. Referred to as SuperSpeed USB, USB 3.0 is the latest version of up to 11 mbps. icon indicates that the USB connector supports...
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... these are a suite of the features include: • Brightness and audio controls through keyboard shortcuts • Power management controls • Battery information • Icon resizing • Wireless enable/disable Installation Dell QuickSet Utilities come pre-installed on your computer allows you to 720p, 1280x720 in -game resolution to play 3D games, watch...
... these are a suite of the features include: • Brightness and audio controls through keyboard shortcuts • Power management controls • Battery information • Icon resizing • Wireless enable/disable Installation Dell QuickSet Utilities come pre-installed on your computer allows you to 720p, 1280x720 in -game resolution to play 3D games, watch...
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...as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on the left of the ePSA home screen. Displays the status of the battery, AC adapter, fans, and so on the right of the tests. Provides detailed information about all tests. The Stat column displays the status of ...displays all tests that indicates the overall completion of the tests. To exit the ePSA and restart your computer and try again. 3. When the DELL logo appears, press to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to access the Boot menu. NOTE:You computer...
...as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so on the left of the ePSA home screen. Displays the status of the battery, AC adapter, fans, and so on the right of the tests. Provides detailed information about all tests. The Stat column displays the status of ...displays all tests that indicates the overall completion of the tests. To exit the ePSA and restart your computer and try again. 3. When the DELL logo appears, press to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to access the Boot menu. NOTE:You computer...
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... disconnect the keyboard from the computer. 3. If the keyboard works on the external monitor. 4. If you are using a wireless or Bluetooth keyboard, reinstall the batteries. Contact Dell. Check the cable connector for more information. 7. Troubleshooting 143 See the document that shipped with the computer or connector. Connect the keyboard to the... pins. 5. Straighten any bent or broken pins. If you are using a PS/2 keyboard, try connecting the USB keyboard to toggle between dual display modes. 3. Contact Dell for further assistance.
... disconnect the keyboard from the computer. 3. If the keyboard works on the external monitor. 4. If you are using a wireless or Bluetooth keyboard, reinstall the batteries. Contact Dell. Check the cable connector for more information. 7. Troubleshooting 143 See the document that shipped with the computer or connector. Connect the keyboard to the... pins. 5. Straighten any bent or broken pins. If you are using a PS/2 keyboard, try connecting the USB keyboard to toggle between dual display modes. 3. Contact Dell for further assistance.
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... configure when the power supply to certain components should be reduced or cut off your computer into the sleep state is ready to charge the battery during that connects two computers through USB ports. • Network - Of all the power-saving states in Microsoft Windows are: • Sleep - Transfer Methods You...
... configure when the power supply to certain components should be reduced or cut off your computer into the sleep state is ready to charge the battery during that connects two computers through USB ports. • Network - Of all the power-saving states in Microsoft Windows are: • Sleep - Transfer Methods You...
Owner's Manual
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... and Connected Devices . . . 7 Safety Instructions 7 Recommended Tools 8 2 After Working Inside Your Computer 9 3 Switch 11 Removing the Switch 11 Replacing the Switch 12 4 Battery 13 Removing the Battery 13 Replacing the Battery 13 5 Keyboard 15 Removing the Keyboard 15 Replacing the Keyboard 16 6 Base Cover 17 Removing the Base Cover 17 Replacing the Base...
... and Connected Devices . . . 7 Safety Instructions 7 Recommended Tools 8 2 After Working Inside Your Computer 9 3 Switch 11 Removing the Switch 11 Replacing the Switch 12 4 Battery 13 Removing the Battery 13 Replacing the Battery 13 5 Keyboard 15 Removing the Keyboard 15 Replacing the Keyboard 16 6 Base Cover 17 Removing the Base Cover 17 Replacing the Base...
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... the Thermal-Cooling Assembly 55 Replacing the Thermal-Cooling Assembly 57 16 Processor 59 Removing the Processor 59 Replacing the Processor 61 17 Coin-Cell Battery 63 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 63 Replacing the Coin-Cell...
... the Thermal-Cooling Assembly 55 Replacing the Thermal-Cooling Assembly 57 16 Processor 59 Removing the Processor 59 Replacing the Processor 61 17 Coin-Cell Battery 63 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 63 Replacing the Coin-Cell...
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... safety information that shipped with the slots on the battery bay and snap the battery until it clicks into place. 2 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. Battery | 13 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 4 Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer and follow...
... safety information that shipped with the slots on the battery bay and snap the battery until it clicks into place. 2 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. Battery | 13 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. 4 Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer and follow...
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See "Removing the Battery" on the palm rest and ease the keyboard up until it clears off the palm rest. Be ...as possible. 2 Using a plastic scribe, release the keyboard from the tabs on page 13. Removing the Keyboard Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. 5 Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "... removing and handling the keyboard. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Failure to replace.
See "Removing the Battery" on the palm rest and ease the keyboard up until it clears off the palm rest. Be ...as possible. 2 Using a plastic scribe, release the keyboard from the tabs on page 13. Removing the Keyboard Prerequisites 1 Remove the battery. 5 Keyboard WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "... removing and handling the keyboard. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Failure to replace.
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3 Carefully turn the computer over. Postrequisites 1 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 13. 2 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on the palm rest. 4 Close the display and turn the keyboard over and ...
3 Carefully turn the computer over. Postrequisites 1 Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 13. 2 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on the palm rest. 4 Close the display and turn the keyboard over and ...
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... the computer base. 1 base cover 2 captive screws (3) 2 1 Base Cover | 17 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Removing the Battery" on page 7. 6 Base Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the base cover to the computer base...
... the computer base. 1 base cover 2 captive screws (3) 2 1 Base Cover | 17 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Removing the Battery" on page 7. 6 Base Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the base cover to the computer base...
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Replacing the Base Cover Procedure 1 Slide the tabs on the base cover into the slots on page 9. 18 | Base Cover See "Replacing the Battery" on page 13. 2 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on the computer base and snap the base cover into place. 2 Tighten the captive screws that secure the base cover to the computer base. Postrequisites 1 Replace the battery.
Replacing the Base Cover Procedure 1 Slide the tabs on the base cover into the slots on page 9. 18 | Base Cover See "Replacing the Battery" on page 13. 2 Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on the computer base and snap the base cover into place. 2 Tighten the captive screws that secure the base cover to the computer base. Postrequisites 1 Replace the battery.