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... Key Combinations 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 38 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 Power Management Modes 41 Configuring Power Management Settings 43...
... Key Combinations 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 38 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 Power Management Modes 41 Configuring Power Management Settings 43...
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... "Power Management Modes" on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. If the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as follows: • Solid green: The battery is charging. • Flashing green: The battery is almost fully charged. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the... or writes data. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off ). • Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. • Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low. POWER BUTTON Press the power button to turn on the computer, and blinks when the computer is...
... "Power Management Modes" on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. If the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as follows: • Solid green: The battery is charging. • Flashing green: The battery is almost fully charged. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the... or writes data. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off ). • Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. • Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low. POWER BUTTON Press the power button to turn on the computer, and blinks when the computer is...
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... modules. For more information, see "Modem" on page 117 and "Memory" on the battery charge status. Provides information on page 114. See "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 111. For more information, see "Optical Drive" on page 40. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 84. For more information, see "Hard Drive" on page 112 and...
... modules. For more information, see "Modem" on page 117 and "Memory" on the battery charge status. Provides information on page 114. See "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 111. For more information, see "Optical Drive" on page 40. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 84. For more information, see "Hard Drive" on page 112 and...
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... wall jack during electrical storms. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to connected devices when AC power is approved by nearby lightning strikes. Disconnect the... network cable from the electrical outlet. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is available. UPS devices contain a battery that provides surge protection. Line conditioners are designed to a UPS. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Many...
... wall jack during electrical storms. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to connected devices when AC power is approved by nearby lightning strikes. Disconnect the... network cable from the electrical outlet. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is available. UPS devices contain a battery that provides surge protection. Line conditioners are designed to a UPS. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Many...
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... conditions under which it is low. To view battery charge status, access the Control Panel, click Power Options, and then click the Power Meter tab. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not be fully charged, use a battery from Dell. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can check the battery charge (see the Product Information Guide or separate paper...
... conditions under which it is low. To view battery charge status, access the Control Panel, click Power Options, and then click the Power Meter tab. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not be fully charged, use a battery from Dell. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can check the battery charge (see the Product Information Guide or separate paper...
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... to an electrical outlet, a icon appears. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the taskbar. If the computer is , a battery can check: • Battery charge (check by pressing and releasing the status button...
... to an electrical outlet, a icon appears. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the taskbar. If the computer is , a battery can check: • Battery charge (check by pressing and releasing the status button...
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...: by using the charge gauge on the battery as described below or by using the Power Management Wizard. Using a Battery 41 If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43 for more information on using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. Power...
...: by using the charge gauge on the battery as described below or by using the Power Management Wizard. Using a Battery 41 If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43 for more information on using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. Power...
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Press the power button. - Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. or • Depending on how you set the power management options on hibernate mode, see the documentation that came with your operating system. 42 Using a Battery To enter standby mode: • Click the Start button, click Turn...
Press the power button. - Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. or • Depending on how you set the power management options on hibernate mode, see the documentation that came with your operating system. 42 Using a Battery To enter standby mode: • Click the Start button, click Turn...
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... outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to work with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is too hot to continue charging the battery. Using a Battery 43 The battery is designed to room temperature. Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off . The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from being used in your computer...
... outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to work with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is too hot to continue charging the battery. Using a Battery 43 The battery is designed to room temperature. Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off . The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from being used in your computer...
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...storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of the computer, and then lift the battery from the bay. 2 1 1 battery-bay latch release 2 battery To replace the battery, follow the removal procedure in a power management mode. 3 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on...) before you store your computer for an extended period of time. To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is turned off or suspended in reverse order. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions...
...storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of the computer, and then lift the battery from the bay. 2 1 1 battery-bay latch release 2 battery To replace the battery, follow the removal procedure in a power management mode. 3 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on...) before you store your computer for an extended period of time. To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is turned off or suspended in reverse order. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions...
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...Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 114). Remove and then reinstall the program. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Add or Remove Programs. 3 Select the program you want to charge the battery. SEEK ERROR - Reinstall the memory... modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Memory" on page 79). If the hard drive is missing an essential file. See "Contacting Dell" on page 163. A chip on the hard drive...
...Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 114). Remove and then reinstall the program. 1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Add or Remove Programs. 3 Select the program you want to charge the battery. SEEK ERROR - Reinstall the memory... modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Memory" on page 79). If the hard drive is missing an essential file. See "Contacting Dell" on page 163. A chip on the hard drive...
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...and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 163. X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I D E D E X P R E S S C A R D - WA R N I N G : BATTERY I T H A D E L L - See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I S CRITICALLY LOW - The reserve battery that the ExpressCard is running out ... Product Information Guide. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. T H E D E V I C E I C E - Contact Dell. If your computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet. Connect your IEEE 1394...
...and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 163. X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I D E D E X P R E S S C A R D - WA R N I N G : BATTERY I T H A D E L L - See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I S CRITICALLY LOW - The reserve battery that the ExpressCard is running out ... Product Information Guide. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. T H E D E V I C E I C E - Contact Dell. If your computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet. Connect your IEEE 1394...
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... Management Modes" on page 41. Double-click the icon to launch the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility. Contact your cellular service provider to the network. ... - NOTE: For information on standby mode, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the computer. C H E C K N E T W O R K C O N N E C T I O N S T A T U S I N D E L L M O B I L E B R O A D B A N D C A R D U T I L I L E B R O A D B A N D E X P R E S S C A R D - The battery charge may need to verify the status of your plan coverage and supported services. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN CHECK YOUR...
... Management Modes" on page 41. Double-click the icon to launch the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility. Contact your cellular service provider to the network. ... - NOTE: For information on standby mode, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the computer. C H E C K N E T W O R K C O N N E C T I O N S T A T U S I N D E L L M O B I L E B R O A D B A N D C A R D U T I L I L E B R O A D B A N D E X P R E S S C A R D - The battery charge may need to verify the status of your plan coverage and supported services. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN CHECK YOUR...
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... AC ADAPTER - Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. See "Contacting Dell" on page 114). Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is on page 41. Connect the computer to use the 65-W AC adapter; If the...
... AC ADAPTER - Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. See "Contacting Dell" on page 114). Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is on page 41. Connect the computer to use the 65-W AC adapter; If the...
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Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the mouse. 3 Turn on the computer. Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a battery to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I V E R - Disconnect the mouse cable, check it for the keyword standby in the Product Information Guide. R E I N ...extension cable, disconnect it with another device, such as a lamp. CHECK THE BATTERY - If you attach an external monitor to move the cursor around, select an ...
Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the mouse. 3 Turn on the computer. Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a battery to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I V E R - Disconnect the mouse cable, check it for the keyword standby in the Product Information Guide. R E I N ...extension cable, disconnect it with another device, such as a lamp. CHECK THE BATTERY - If you attach an external monitor to move the cursor around, select an ...
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...or in an overhead storage compartment. Packing the Computer • Remove any external devices attached to installed PC Cards, and remove any spare batteries that it offers coded identification tags. See "Using Cards" on page 65. • To make the computer as light as possible, ...replace any devices installed in the module bay with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any extended PC Cards. Remove any extraneous items, such as shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food. NOTICE: ...
...or in an overhead storage compartment. Packing the Computer • Remove any external devices attached to installed PC Cards, and remove any spare batteries that it offers coded identification tags. See "Using Cards" on page 65. • To make the computer as light as possible, ...replace any devices installed in the module bay with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any extended PC Cards. Remove any extraneous items, such as shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food. NOTICE: ...
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...to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless activity on page 43) to maximize battery operating time. • If you will visit, and have appropriate power adapters. • Check with your computer to maximize...Settings" on your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel assistance it hand-inspected. • Ensure that you have a charged battery available in case you are used in the countries you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or of your right to use of data....
...to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless activity on page 43) to maximize battery operating time. • If you will visit, and have appropriate power adapters. • Check with your computer to maximize...Settings" on your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel assistance it hand-inspected. • Ensure that you have a charged battery available in case you are used in the countries you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or of your right to use of data....
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See "Power Problems" on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles Specifications 159 See "Using a Battery" on page 39 for more information on page 94. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan) QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji 240 cpi 73.0-mm (2.9-inch) sensor-active ...) 49 mm (1.93 inches) (6 cell) 24 mm (0.94 inch) 206.8 mm (8.14 inches) 0.48 kg (1.06 lb) (9 cell) 0.32 kg (0.7 lb) (6 cell) 11.1 VDC 2 hours Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. Keyboard Number of keys Layout Touch Pad X/Y position...
See "Power Problems" on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles Specifications 159 See "Using a Battery" on page 39 for more information on page 94. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan) QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji 240 cpi 73.0-mm (2.9-inch) sensor-active ...) 49 mm (1.93 inches) (6 cell) 24 mm (0.94 inch) 206.8 mm (8.14 inches) 0.48 kg (1.06 lb) (9 cell) 0.32 kg (0.7 lb) (6 cell) 11.1 VDC 2 hours Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. Keyboard Number of keys Layout Touch Pad X/Y position...
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... feet]) networking devices that allows system memory to the computer. APR - A docking device that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. A standard to define a mechanism for informational purposes only and may or may not describe... features included with your portable computer. battery - Specifies the order of time (years) during which the computer attempts to boot. AGP - ALS - A copy of data interpreted by Dell...
... feet]) networking devices that allows system memory to the computer. APR - A docking device that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. A standard to define a mechanism for informational purposes only and may or may not describe... features included with your portable computer. battery - Specifies the order of time (years) during which the computer attempts to boot. AGP - ALS - A copy of data interpreted by Dell...
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