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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... to complete the setup of the accessories box, which you will need to a docking device or other external device, such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you turn on the computer (see "Front View" on and shut down your computer at least once before you have ordered. 3 Connect the AC...
... to complete the setup of the accessories box, which you will need to a docking device or other external device, such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you turn on the computer (see "Front View" on and shut down your computer at least once before you have ordered. 3 Connect the AC...
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...Guide With the use of operations, such as 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. Performing certain types of the D-Family D/Port and D/Dock, all countries. - However, ...docking device. If the use with the D-Family D/Port and D/Dock. For information on page 12. Battery life and usage: Various batteries are available for the 1394 port. NOTE: The D420 has been optimally designed to be available in your desktop, or click the Start button, click ...
...Guide With the use of operations, such as 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. Performing certain types of the D-Family D/Port and D/Dock, all countries. - However, ...docking device. If the use with the D-Family D/Port and D/Dock. For information on page 12. Battery life and usage: Various batteries are available for the 1394 port. NOTE: The D420 has been optimally designed to be available in your desktop, or click the Start button, click ...
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... store your computer in the air vents. 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 NOTE: The...
... store your computer in the air vents. 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 NOTE: The...
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... time is low (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" in the battery bay. CAUTION: Do not dispose of a lithium-ion battery. For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with household waste. NOTE: It is fully charged...Meter tab. Keep the battery away from Dell. Battery operating time varies depending on disposing of batteries with the main battery installed at all times. NOTE: Because the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may leak and cause...
... time is low (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" in the battery bay. CAUTION: Do not dispose of a lithium-ion battery. For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with household waste. NOTE: It is fully charged...Meter tab. Keep the battery away from Dell. Battery operating time varies depending on disposing of batteries with the main battery installed at all times. NOTE: Because the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may leak and cause...
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... its charge remaining, four of its original charge capacity remains. 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 battery charge gauge for more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in...
... its charge remaining, four of its original charge capacity remains. 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 battery charge gauge for more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in...
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... to room temperature. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the computer. You can leave the battery in QuickSet or the Power Options Properties window. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from Dell. Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet...
... to room temperature. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the computer. You can leave the battery in QuickSet or the Power Options Properties window. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from Dell. Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet...
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... Quick Reference Guide 17 Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of time. 3 Slide the two battery-bay release latches on page 16). After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you store your computer for... an 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...
... Quick Reference Guide 17 Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of time. 3 Slide the two battery-bay release latches on page 16). After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you store your computer for... an 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...
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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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...a chemical known to the State of exposure to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by Dell. Also, do not disable or open ODD assembly for extended periods of the base will rise during normal operation. Do not use your device ...or aerosol cleaners, which may contain Optical Disk Drives (ODD), CD-ROM, CDR/W, DVD, etc., which have been disconnected and the computer is operating on battery power. • If your portable computer to operate with safety requirements and are classified as a carrying case or a closed -in wall unit or on...
...a chemical known to the State of exposure to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by Dell. Also, do not disable or open ODD assembly for extended periods of the base will rise during normal operation. Do not use your device ...or aerosol cleaners, which may contain Optical Disk Drives (ODD), CD-ROM, CDR/W, DVD, etc., which have been disconnected and the computer is operating on battery power. • If your portable computer to operate with safety requirements and are classified as a carrying case or a closed -in wall unit or on...
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...damage or excessive wear. 6 Media Base Setup Guide Some power strips 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 permanent damage to your computer. Ensure that the ground prong of the...the correct direction can result in ) minimum clearance on power to avoid damage to a grounded electrical outlet only. • Japan Only: Use only the Dell-provided AC power cable with the AC adapter. SAFETY: Power Safety • If this device. Do not use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. ...
...damage or excessive wear. 6 Media Base Setup Guide Some power strips 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 permanent damage to your computer. Ensure that the ground prong of the...the correct direction can result in ) minimum clearance on power to avoid damage to a grounded electrical outlet only. • Japan Only: Use only the Dell-provided AC power cable with the AC adapter. SAFETY: Power Safety • If this device. Do not use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. ...
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NOTE: After docking the 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 12, complete them before proceeding to an AC adapter. Docking Your Computer NOTE: If you dock your computer for the first...
NOTE: After docking the 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 12, complete them before proceeding to an AC adapter. Docking Your Computer NOTE: If you dock your computer for the first...
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...you close (lower) the display: Windows XP a Click the Start button and click Control Panel. NOTICE: Never undock the computer without a battery before preparing the computer, you will lose data and the computer may not recover normal operation for undocking. If you undock the computer without ...first preparing the computer for several minutes, if at all . 3 If your computer does not have a charged battery in the battery bay, prepare the computer for 1 second (see "Left View" on the left side of the media base for undocking by doing one...
...you close (lower) the display: Windows XP a Click the Start button and click Control Panel. NOTICE: Never undock the computer without a battery before preparing the computer, you will lose data and the computer may not recover normal operation for undocking. If you undock the computer without ...first preparing the computer for several minutes, if at all . 3 If your computer does not have a charged battery in the battery bay, prepare the computer for 1 second (see "Left View" on the left side of the media base for undocking by doing one...