Quick Reference Guide
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Contents Finding Information 5 Setting Up Your Computer 9 About Your Computer 10 Front View 11 Left View 12 Right View 12 Back View 12 Bottom View 13 Using a Battery 14 Battery Performance 14 Checking the Battery Charge 15 Charging the Battery 16 Replacing the Battery 16 Storing a Battery 17 Troubleshooting 18 Lockups and Software Problems 18 Dell Diagnostics 19 Index 23 Contents 3
Contents Finding Information 5 Setting Up Your Computer 9 About Your Computer 10 Front View 11 Left View 12 Right View 12 Back View 12 Bottom View 13 Using a Battery 14 Battery Performance 14 Checking the Battery Charge 15 Charging the Battery 16 Replacing the Battery 16 Storing a Battery 17 Troubleshooting 18 Lockups and Software Problems 18 Dell Diagnostics 19 Index 23 Contents 3
Quick Reference Guide
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Quick Reference Guide 9 The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you turn on the computer (see "Front View" on and shut down your computer. NOTE: It is recommended that you have ordered. 3 Connect the ...
Quick Reference Guide 9 The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you turn on the computer (see "Front View" on and shut down your computer. NOTE: It is recommended that you have ordered. 3 Connect the ...
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...following items address some of the D-Family D/Port and D/Dock, all countries. - Battery life and usage: Various batteries are available for use with the slim Media Base for the 1394 port. For more information on page 12. NOTE: The D420 has been optimally designed to be used with your computer. NOTE: Docking devices may... Guide (depending on your operating system), either double-click the User's Guide icon on your User's Guide. • Docking devices: Your computer supports the Dell™ Media Base, the Dell D/Dock Expansion Station, and the Dell D/Port Advanced Port Replicator.
...following items address some of the D-Family D/Port and D/Dock, all countries. - Battery life and usage: Various batteries are available for use with the slim Media Base for the 1394 port. For more information on page 12. NOTE: The D420 has been optimally designed to be used with your computer. NOTE: Docking devices may... Guide (depending on your operating system), either double-click the User's Guide icon on your User's Guide. • Docking devices: Your computer supports the Dell™ Media Base, the Dell D/Dock Expansion Station, and the Dell D/Port Advanced Port Replicator.
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With the use of the D-Family D/Port and D/Dock, all ports can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 3 3 4 5 1 battery 2 battery charge gauge 6 3 battery-bay latch release (2) 4 memory module/WLAN Mini-Card cover 5 air vent 6 docking device slot Quick Reference Guide 13 Do not store your computer in the ... the use of this port is required, it is recommended that you utilize the Media Base as a closed briefcase, while it is running. NOTE: The D420 has been optimally designed to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as your primary docking device.
With the use of the D-Family D/Port and D/Dock, all ports can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 3 3 4 5 1 battery 2 battery charge gauge 6 3 battery-bay latch release (2) 4 memory module/WLAN Mini-Card cover 5 air vent 6 docking device slot Quick Reference Guide 13 Do not store your computer in the ... the use of this port is required, it is recommended that you utilize the Media Base as a closed briefcase, while it is running. NOTE: The D420 has been optimally designed to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as your primary docking device.
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...puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to a CD or DVD. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery. See "Battery Disposal" in your Dell computer. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or...computer performance and to work with your computer. You can hold a charge) decreases over time. Keep the battery away from Dell. One battery is significantly reduced when you use the AC adapter to connect your new computer to an electrical outlet the first...
...puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to a CD or DVD. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery. See "Battery Disposal" in your Dell computer. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or...computer performance and to work with your computer. You can hold a charge) decreases over time. Keep the battery away from Dell. One battery is significantly reduced when you use the AC adapter to connect your new computer to an electrical outlet the first...
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... electrical outlet, a icon appears. After hundreds of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. For information about the battery operating time. Check the Battery Health NOTE: You can show a status of the total battery charge. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, the...
... electrical outlet, a icon appears. After hundreds of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. For information about the battery operating time. Check the Battery Health NOTE: You can show a status of the total battery charge. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, the...
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...Options Properties window. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not charge when you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is connected to an electrical outlet. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is... too hot to work immediately after a low-battery warning. See the documentation that came with...
...Options Properties window. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not charge when you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is connected to an electrical outlet. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is... too hot to work immediately after a low-battery warning. See the documentation that came with...
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... extended period of the computer until the latches click. 4 Slide the battery away from the computer. 2 1 1 battery 2 battery-bay latch releases(2) To replace the battery, place the battery in the bay and press down until the battery-bay latch release clicks. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of time.
... extended period of the computer until the latches click. 4 Slide the battery away from the computer. 2 1 1 battery 2 battery-bay latch releases(2) To replace the battery, place the battery in the bay and press down until the battery-bay latch release clicks. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of time.
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...battery battery life and usage, 10 charge gauge, 15 charging, 16 checking the charge, 15 performance, 14 power meter, 15 removing, 16 storing, 17 C CDs Drivers and Utilities, 5 operating system, 8 computer crashes, 18 slow performance, 19 stops responding, 18 D Dell...Guide, 5 regulatory, 5 safety, 5 User's Guide, 6 warranty, 5 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 E End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics information, 5 H hardware Dell Diagnostics, 19 Help and Support Center, 7 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 7 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6 O operating system CD, 8 reinstalling...
...battery battery life and usage, 10 charge gauge, 15 charging, 16 checking the charge, 15 performance, 14 power meter, 15 removing, 16 storing, 17 C CDs Drivers and Utilities, 5 operating system, 8 computer crashes, 18 slow performance, 19 stops responding, 18 D Dell...Guide, 5 regulatory, 5 safety, 5 User's Guide, 6 warranty, 5 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 E End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics information, 5 H hardware Dell Diagnostics, 19 Help and Support Center, 7 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 7 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6 O operating system CD, 8 reinstalling...
Media Base Setup Guide
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... of exposure to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. SAFETY: General Safety Observe the following safety guidelines to help protect your Dell™ documentation or in instructions otherwise provided to avoid the remote risk of electric shock from radiators and heat sources. do not ...block cooling vents. Allowing sustained contact with exposed skin can be tripped over or stepped on battery power. • If your device includes an integrated or optional (PC Card) modem, disconnect the modem cable if an electrical storm ...
... of exposure to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. SAFETY: General Safety Observe the following safety guidelines to help protect your Dell™ documentation or in instructions otherwise provided to avoid the remote risk of electric shock from radiators and heat sources. do not ...block cooling vents. Allowing sustained contact with exposed skin can be tripped over or stepped on battery power. • If your device includes an integrated or optional (PC Card) modem, disconnect the modem cable if an electrical storm ...
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... or immediately after operation. • Norway and Sweden: Connect the power cable to a grounded electrical outlet only. • Japan Only: Use only the Dell-provided AC power cable with the AC adapter. Some power strips may have formed to evaporate before turning on power to avoid damage to the... device away from the electrical outlet, and remove any condensation that may allow the computer to acclimate to room temperature and for any battery installed in the battery bay or module bay. • Place the AC adapter in damage to the cords not covered by blocking any other items that...
... or immediately after operation. • Norway and Sweden: Connect the power cable to a grounded electrical outlet only. • Japan Only: Use only the Dell-provided AC power cable with the AC adapter. Some power strips may have formed to evaporate before turning on power to avoid damage to the... device away from the electrical outlet, and remove any condensation that may allow the computer to acclimate to room temperature and for any battery installed in the battery bay or module bay. • Place the AC adapter in damage to the cords not covered by blocking any other items that...
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... connected to the next step. NOTE: Your computer should be turned off only when you are docking your computer for the first time, the computer battery or the computer AC adapter connection can power the media base if the media base is seated. 3 Turn on page...
... connected to the next step. NOTE: Your computer should be turned off only when you are docking your computer for the first time, the computer battery or the computer AC adapter connection can power the media base if the media base is seated. 3 Turn on page...
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...Your Computer 1 Before you undock your computer, save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Set your computer has a charged battery in the battery bay, prepare the computer for 1 second (see "Left View" on page 8) to release the computer. b Under Pick a category, click Performance and.... 4 If your computer power management settings so that you can now undock your computer. 5 If your computer does not have a charged battery in the battery bay, you must shut down menu, select Do nothing. c Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Power Options and click the Advanced...
...Your Computer 1 Before you undock your computer, save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Set your computer has a charged battery in the battery bay, prepare the computer for 1 second (see "Left View" on page 8) to release the computer. b Under Pick a category, click Performance and.... 4 If your computer power management settings so that you can now undock your computer. 5 If your computer does not have a charged battery in the battery bay, you must shut down menu, select Do nothing. c Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Power Options and click the Advanced...
