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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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... Turns on page 41. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn 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 running on the computer or to enter or exit a power management... while the light is flashing. POWER BUTTON Press the power button to turn off ). • Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. • Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low. See "Power Management Modes" on when the computer reads or writes data. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns ...
... Turns on page 41. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn 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 running on the computer or to enter or exit a power management... while the light is flashing. POWER BUTTON Press the power button to turn off ). • Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. • Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low. See "Power Management Modes" on when the computer reads or writes data. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns ...
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... page 112 and "Hard drive problems" on page 39. Bottom View 12 3 4 5 7 6 1 battery charge gauge 4 2 optical-drive locking screw 5 3 battery-bay latch release 6 battery hard drive modem/memory module cover 7 fan B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E - See "Replacing the Battery" on the battery charge status. M O D E M / M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R - For more information, see "Using a Battery" on page 84. For more information, see "Optical Drive" on page 40...
... page 112 and "Hard drive problems" on page 39. Bottom View 12 3 4 5 7 6 1 battery charge gauge 4 2 optical-drive locking screw 5 3 battery-bay latch release 6 battery hard drive modem/memory module cover 7 fan B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E - See "Replacing the Battery" on the battery charge status. M O D E M / M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R - For more information, see "Using a Battery" on page 84. For more information, see "Optical Drive" on page 40...
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... Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to a UPS. A UPS protects against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by Underwriters Laboratories (UL).... modem connection instructions. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. The battery charges while AC power is interrupted. Line conditioners are designed to a separate power strip that provides temporary power to the hard drive...
... Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to a UPS. A UPS protects against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by Underwriters Laboratories (UL).... modem connection instructions. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. The battery charges while AC power is interrupted. Line conditioners are designed to a separate power strip that provides temporary power to the hard drive...
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... Options, and then click the Power Meter tab. Do not use a battery from Dell. NOTE: Because the battery may not be fully charged, use the computer. Battery operating time varies depending on page 43 for your computer, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on how often the battery is used , you may increase the risk of your new computer...
... Options, and then click the Power Meter tab. Do not use a battery from Dell. NOTE: Because the battery may not be fully charged, use the computer. Battery operating time varies depending on page 43 for your computer, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on how often the battery is used , you may increase the risk of your new computer...
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...-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help. Check the Battery Charge To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the battery charge. For instructions on , the battery has 80 percent of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity (health). Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is installed, press to an electrical outlet, a icon appears. If...
...-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help. Check the Battery Charge To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the battery charge. For instructions on , the battery has 80 percent of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity (health). Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is installed, press to an electrical outlet, a icon appears. If...
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...on page 41 for more information on using the Power Management Wizard. NOTE: See "Battery Performance" on page 39 for more information on the battery charge gauge for information about standby and hibernate modes. • Use the Power Management Wizard ...charge gauge on the battery as described below or by using the Battery Meter in good condition, and more than 60 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. If no lights appear, the battery is approximately 90 percent depleted. You can change when you when the battery charge is in Dell...
...on page 41 for more information on using the Power Management Wizard. NOTE: See "Battery Performance" on page 39 for more information on the battery charge gauge for information about standby and hibernate modes. • Use the Power Management Wizard ...charge gauge on the battery as described below or by using the Battery Meter in good condition, and more than 60 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. If no lights appear, the battery is approximately 90 percent depleted. You can change when you when the battery charge is in Dell...
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...You cannot make the computer exit hibernate mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Close the display. - Press the power button. - When the computer exits hibernate mode, it returns to ...Press . Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by . NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your operating system. 42 Using a Battery For more information on the Advanced tab. To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. Press . or • Depending on how you set...
...You cannot make the computer exit hibernate mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Close the display. - Press the power button. - When the computer exits hibernate mode, it returns to ...Press . Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by . NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your operating system. 42 Using a Battery For more information on the Advanced tab. To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. Press . or • Depending on how you set...
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... computer, disconnect the modem from being used in your Dell™ computer; Configuring Power Management Settings You can leave the battery in the computer as long as you like. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. If the battery is longer with a battery, see "Power Problems" on your computer. • To...
... computer, disconnect the modem from being used in your Dell™ computer; Configuring Power Management Settings You can leave the battery in the computer as long as you like. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. If the battery is longer with a battery, see "Power Problems" on your computer. • To...
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... connected to a docking device (docked), undock it . 44 Using a Battery To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is turned off or suspended in a power management mode. 3 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on page 43) before you store your computer for an..., 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 reverse order. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it . After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of ...
... connected to a docking device (docked), undock it . 44 Using a Battery To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is turned off or suspended in a power management mode. 3 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on page 43) before you store your computer for an..., 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 reverse order. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it . After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of ...
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... sector or corrupted FAT on page 133. Close all windows and open the program that you want to charge the battery. The operating system cannot locate a sector on page 13. To access the Help and Support Center,...E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N - A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. NO TIMER TICK INTERRUPT - E X I T S O M E P R O G R A M S A N D T R Y A G A I N G V A L U E - Contact Dell. Run the Windows error-checking utility to open . Then immediately exit the program. SECTOR NOT FOUND - TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK LOST POWER - Connect your boot...
... sector or corrupted FAT on page 133. Close all windows and open the program that you want to charge the battery. The operating system cannot locate a sector on page 13. To access the Help and Support Center,...E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N - A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. NO TIMER TICK INTERRUPT - E X I T S O M E P R O G R A M S A N D T R Y A G A I N G V A L U E - Contact Dell. Run the Windows error-checking utility to open . Then immediately exit the program. SECTOR NOT FOUND - TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK LOST POWER - Connect your boot...
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... instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the system board may be malfunctioning. Insert a disk into the connector. Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. The reserve battery that supports the system configuration settings may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may require recharging. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to charge the battery. Solving Problems 89...
... instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the system board may be malfunctioning. Insert a disk into the connector. Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. The reserve battery that supports the system configuration settings may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may require recharging. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to charge the battery. Solving Problems 89...
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.... NOTE: For information on standby mode, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the computer. The battery charge may need to verify the status of your screen. 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 - Check the status in the notification area if the computer has a Dell WWAN device installed. A C T I V A T E T H E M O B I T Y - Position the mouse over time. Restart the computer, and launch the...
.... NOTE: For information on standby mode, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the computer. The battery charge may need to verify the status of your screen. 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 - Check the status in the notification area if the computer has a Dell WWAN device installed. A C T I V A T E T H E M O B I T Y - Position the mouse over time. Restart the computer, and launch the...
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...testing it with another device, such as a lamp. Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of time required to charge. Solving Problems 95 Contact Dell. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to room temperature. See "... your computer battery. If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is too hot to fully recharge your printer, contact the printer's manufacturer. If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is low or depleted. See "Contacting Dell" on ....
...testing it with another device, such as a lamp. Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of time required to charge. Solving Problems 95 Contact Dell. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to room temperature. See "... your computer battery. If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is too hot to fully recharge your printer, contact the printer's manufacturer. If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is low or depleted. See "Contacting Dell" on ....
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...100. Ensure that the electrical outlet is on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to the computer. If your computer supports, it and ... around, select an icon, and open it with another device, such as a lamp. CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES - CHECK THE BATTERY - TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - SWITCH THE VIDEO IMAGE - Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the mouse. 3 Turn on . Check the AC adapter ...
...100. Ensure that the electrical outlet is on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to the computer. If your computer supports, it and ... around, select an icon, and open it with another device, such as a lamp. CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES - CHECK THE BATTERY - TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - SWITCH THE VIDEO IMAGE - Shut down the computer. 2 Disconnect the mouse. 3 Turn on . Check the AC adapter ...
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... paper clips, pens, and paper, from the computer or carrying case • Use the Service Tag if you plan to Dell. • Create a file on . • Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from hazards such as your name, address, and phone number in this file. • Contact your... dust, or liquids. • Pack the computer so that you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to carry with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any external devices attached to the computer and store them in a safe place.
... paper clips, pens, and paper, from the computer or carrying case • Use the Service Tag if you plan to Dell. • Create a file on . • Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from hazards such as your name, address, and phone number in this file. • Contact your... dust, or liquids. • Pack the computer so that you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to carry with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any external devices attached to the computer and store them in a safe place.
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...changing your power management options (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43) to maximize battery operating time. • If you are used in the countries you will visit, and have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the computer. • Prior to entering ...government. • Find out what type of electrical outlets are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or of your computer to maximize battery operating time. Some airlines forbid the use the computer if it is permitted. Travel Tips NOTICE: Do not move the computer while using...
...changing your power management options (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43) to maximize battery operating time. • If you are used in the countries you will visit, and have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the computer. • Prior to entering ...government. • Find out what type of electrical outlets are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or of your computer to maximize battery operating time. Some airlines forbid the use the computer if it is permitted. Travel Tips NOTICE: Do not move the computer while using...
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....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 page 94. See "Using a Battery" on page 39 for more information on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles Specifications 159 Keyboard Number of keys Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size...
....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 page 94. See "Using a Battery" on page 39 for more information on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles Specifications 159 Keyboard Number of keys Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size...
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... or may not describe features included with your portable computer. Dell™ ATG™ refers to conserve the amount of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. battery life span - boot sequence - accelerated graphics port - The...The length of data interpreted by Dell to boot. ACPI - Also referred to conveniently use an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and other . A power management specification that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. AGP - battery - Unless you to as an ...
... or may not describe features included with your portable computer. Dell™ ATG™ refers to conserve the amount of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. battery life span - boot sequence - accelerated graphics port - The...The length of data interpreted by Dell to boot. ACPI - Also referred to conveniently use an external monitor, keyboard, mouse, and other . A power management specification that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. AGP - battery - Unless you to as an ...
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See sound B battery charge gauge, 24, 40 charging, 43 checking the charge, 40 conserving power, 41 description, 24 meter, 40 performance, 39 power meter, 40 removing, 43 replacing coin-cell battery, 124 storing, 44 battery-bay latch release, 24 blanks ExpressCards, 65 removing, 66, 68 Bluetooth wireless technology card device ...tips, 47 how to, 46 copying DVDs general information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how to, 46 D Dell contacting, 133, 168 support policy, 167 support site, 13 Dell Diagnostics about, 79 starting from the Drivers and Utilities CD, 80 starting from your hard drive, 79 Index ...
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