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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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...the light is in a power management mode. If the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as follows: • Solid green: The battery is charging. • Flashing green: The battery is critically low. About Your Computer 17 DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on the computer, and... of data, never turn on when you turn off ). • Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. • Solid orange: The battery charge is almost fully charged. Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. See "Power Management Modes" on the computer or to enter or exit a power...
...the light is in a power management mode. If the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as follows: • Solid green: The battery is charging. • Flashing green: The battery is critically low. About Your Computer 17 DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on the computer, and... of data, never turn on when you turn off ). • Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. • Solid orange: The battery charge is almost fully charged. Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. See "Power Management Modes" on the computer or to enter or exit a power...
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... use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from the battery bay. 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 - Stores software and data. For more information, see "Modem" on page 117...
... use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from the battery bay. 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 - Stores software and data. For more information, see "Modem" on page 117...
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...Computer 31 Line conditioners are designed to a UPS. Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem connection instructions. The battery charges while AC power is approved by nearby lightning strikes. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power interruptions. NOTICE: ...Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer from the network wall jack during electrical storms. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do...
...Computer 31 Line conditioners are designed to a UPS. Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem connection instructions. The battery charges while AC power is approved by nearby lightning strikes. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power interruptions. NOTICE: ...Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer from the network wall jack during electrical storms. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do...
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... to an electrical outlet the first time you use a battery from Dell. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43 for your computer. Replace the battery only with your computer, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 43.) NOTE: It is recommended that shipped with a compatible battery purchased from other power-intensive programs such as standard...
... to an electrical outlet the first time you use a battery from Dell. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43 for your computer. Replace the battery only with your computer, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 43.) NOTE: It is recommended that shipped with a compatible battery purchased from other power-intensive programs such as standard...
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... times it is , a battery can show a status of a lithium-ion battery. After hundreds of the total battery charge. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to illuminate the charge-level lights. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft®...
... times it is , a battery can show a status of a lithium-ion battery. After hundreds of the total battery charge. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to illuminate the charge-level lights. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft®...
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..." on page 39 for more information on the battery charge gauge for at least 3 seconds. To check the battery health using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on conserving battery power. See "Specifications" on the battery as described below or by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. When the computer exits standby mode, it...
..." on page 39 for more information on the battery charge gauge for at least 3 seconds. To check the battery health using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on conserving battery power. See "Specifications" on the battery as described below or by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. When the computer exits standby mode, it...
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... . Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power 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. - You cannot make the computer exit standby mode by copying system data to enter hibernate...window, use one of the following methods: - NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your operating system. 42 Using a Battery Close the display. - To manually enter hibernate mode: • Click the Start button, click Turn off the computer. NOTE: Some ExpressCards...
... . Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power 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. - You cannot make the computer exit standby mode by copying system data to enter hibernate...window, use one of the following methods: - NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your operating system. 42 Using a Battery Close the display. - To manually enter hibernate mode: • Click the Start button, click Turn off the computer. NOTE: Some ExpressCards...
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... then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Disconnect the computer from the computer to room temperature. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to avoid possible connector damage. Charging the Battery NOTE: Without Dell™ ExpressCharge™, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in...
... then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Disconnect the computer from the computer to room temperature. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to avoid possible connector damage. Charging the Battery NOTE: Without Dell™ ExpressCharge™, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in...
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... storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of time. See the documentation that came with your computer for instructions. 2 Ensure that the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it . 44 Using a Battery Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you store your docking device for an...
... storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of time. See the documentation that came with your computer for instructions. 2 Ensure that the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it . 44 Using a Battery Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you store your docking device for an...
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...(see "Memory" on page 133. Contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 163. 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. TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK LOST POWER - See...many programs open is your computer to an electrical outlet to use. Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the system board may be faulty or improperly seated. A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. The computer cannot...
...(see "Memory" on page 133. Contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 163. 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. TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK LOST POWER - See...many programs open is your computer to an electrical outlet to use. Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Dell Diagnostics" on the system board may be faulty or improperly seated. A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. The computer cannot...
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... YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - Insert a disk into the connector. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to charge the battery. CHECK THE EXPRESSCARD - Ensure that the ExpressCard is listed, Windows recognizes the device. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. If your computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet. I F Y O U H A V E P R...E S S I D E D B Y D E L L - The battery is listed. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. See "Contacting Dell" on page 163. Correct the settings for Mobile Broadband (WWAN) ExpressCards, see...
... YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - Insert a disk into the connector. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to charge the battery. CHECK THE EXPRESSCARD - Ensure that the ExpressCard is listed, Windows recognizes the device. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133. If your computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet. I F Y O U H A V E P R...E S S I D E D B Y D E L L - The battery is listed. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. See "Contacting Dell" on page 163. Correct the settings for Mobile Broadband (WWAN) ExpressCards, see...
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... the computer is in the notification area to the network. The battery charge may need to verify your WWAN service - You can hold a charge) decreases over the icon in standby mode-press the power button to launch the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility. If the card is used, you can... correct and that the network is lit or blinking, the computer has power. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can also download the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide from support.dell.com. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN CHECK YOUR NETWORK SETTINGS ...
... the computer is in the notification area to the network. The battery charge may need to verify your WWAN service - You can hold a charge) decreases over the icon in standby mode-press the power button to launch the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility. If the card is used, you can... correct and that the network is lit or blinking, the computer has power. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can also download the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user's guide from support.dell.com. RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN CHECK YOUR NETWORK SETTINGS ...
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See "Contacting Dell" on page 41. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is working by ..., halogen lamps, or other appliances. Ensure that the light is low or depleted. If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is on. If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. Printer Problems CAUTION: Before...
See "Contacting Dell" on page 41. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is working by ..., halogen lamps, or other appliances. Ensure that the light is low or depleted. If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is on. If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. Printer Problems CAUTION: Before...
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...move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it is recommended that the computer turns on page 13. 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 - If your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you are using the AC adapter, and turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use ... Support Center. ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES - CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - Disconnect the mouse cable, check it with another device, such as a lamp. CHECK THE BATTERY - Check the AC adapter cable connections.
...move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it is recommended that the computer turns on page 13. 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 - If your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you are using the AC adapter, and turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use ... Support Center. ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES - CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - Disconnect the mouse cable, check it with another device, such as a lamp. CHECK THE BATTERY - Check the AC adapter cable connections.
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...• Pack the computer so that you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on . • Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from the computer or carrying case • Use the Service Tag if you plan to carry... with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food. Place information such as your name, address, ...
...• Pack the computer so that you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on . • Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from the computer or carrying case • Use the Service Tag if you plan to carry... with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food. Place information such as your name, address, ...
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... the optical drive to prevent loss of data. NOTICE: Do not check the computer as a merchandise passport) from your computer to maximize battery operating time. All airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during flight. Some airlines forbid the use the computer if it is permitted. To...8226; Find out what type of electrical outlets are used in case you will visit, and have a charged battery available in the countries you are asked to turn on page 43) to maximize battery operating time. • If you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or of your right ...
... the optical drive to prevent loss of data. NOTICE: Do not check the computer as a merchandise passport) from your computer to maximize battery operating time. All airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during flight. Some airlines forbid the use the computer if it is permitted. To...8226; Find out what type of electrical outlets are used in case you will visit, and have a charged battery available in the countries you are asked to turn on page 43) to maximize battery operating time. • If you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or of your right ...
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...-intensive conditions. Keyboard Number of keys Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) 87 (U.S. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan...(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 page 94. See "Using a Battery" on page 39 for more information on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles Specifications 159
...-intensive conditions. Keyboard Number of keys Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) 87 (U.S. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan...(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 page 94. See "Using a Battery" on page 39 for more information on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles Specifications 159
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...Microsoft® Windows® operating systems to put a computer in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of data interpreted by Dell to an electrical outlet. The smallest unit of electrical power allocated to each other devices with your hard drive regularly. Specifies the order... to be depleted and recharged. basic input/output system - boot sequence - A power management specification that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. ASF - The length of the devices from your computer when you plug the AC adapter power ...
...Microsoft® Windows® operating systems to put a computer in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of data interpreted by Dell to an electrical outlet. The smallest unit of electrical power allocated to each other devices with your hard drive regularly. Specifies the order... to be depleted and recharged. basic input/output system - boot sequence - A power management specification that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. ASF - The length of the devices from your computer when you plug the AC adapter power ...
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... device connecting, 50 enabling, 62 audio. 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,...helpful 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 ...
... device connecting, 50 enabling, 62 audio. 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,...helpful 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 ...