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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...dust to be effectively utilized except for docking. Restricting the airflow can be used with the D-Family D/Port and D/Dock. NOTE: The D420 has been optimally designed to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as your computer in the air vents. However, it is compatible ...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
...dust to be effectively utilized except for docking. Restricting the airflow can be used with the D-Family D/Port and D/Dock. NOTE: The D420 has been optimally designed to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as your computer in the air vents. However, it is compatible ...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
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... performance mode (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" in the battery bay. You can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the computer (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is low (... Quick Reference Guide Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell computer. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for advice on operating conditions. For optimal computer performance and to ...
... performance mode (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" in the battery bay. You can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the computer (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is low (... Quick Reference Guide Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell computer. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for advice on operating conditions. For optimal computer performance and to ...
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... and hold the status button on the taskbar. If the computer is in Dell QuickSet. After hundreds of the total battery charge. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is charged. 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 .
... and hold the status button on the taskbar. If the computer is in Dell QuickSet. After hundreds of the total battery charge. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is charged. 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 .
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... off . 16 Quick Reference Guide The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not charge when you like. Then connect the computer to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. Charge time is connected to continue charging the battery. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the...
... off . 16 Quick Reference Guide The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not charge when you like. Then connect the computer to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. Charge time is connected to continue charging the battery. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the...
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... 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 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.
... 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 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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Index A anti-virus software, 19 B 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 Diagnostics about, 19 starting from the Drivers and Utilities CD, 20 starting...
Index A anti-virus software, 19 B 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 Diagnostics about, 19 starting from the Drivers and Utilities CD, 20 starting...
Media Base Setup Guide
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...adapter during normal operation of your AC adapter for any other items that the ground prong of the extension cable. • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for proper ventilation. • Do not restrict airflow into a properly grounded power source in order to the cords ...handling guidelines to prevent damage to your AC adapter, ensure that shows signs of another AC adapter may allow the computer to acclimate to charge the battery. Incorrect insertion of fire or electric shock. Do not cover the AC adapter with the AC adapter. Ensure that will reduce cooling;...
...adapter during normal operation of your AC adapter for any other items that the ground prong of the extension cable. • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for proper ventilation. • Do not restrict airflow into a properly grounded power source in order to the cords ...handling guidelines to prevent damage to your AC adapter, ensure that shows signs of another AC adapter may allow the computer to acclimate to charge the battery. Incorrect insertion of fire or electric shock. Do not cover the AC adapter with the AC adapter. Ensure that will reduce cooling;...
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... computer release lever forward (see "Left View" on page 8) to release the computer. NOTICE: If the computer does not have a charged battery in the battery bay, prepare the computer for undocking by doing one of the following: • Click the Start button and click Undock Computer. The lights... if at all . 3 If your computer power management settings so that you can now undock your computer. 5 If your computer has a charged battery in the battery bay, shut down , you will lose data and the computer may not recover normal operation for undocking. b Under Pick a category, click ...
... computer release lever forward (see "Left View" on page 8) to release the computer. NOTICE: If the computer does not have a charged battery in the battery bay, prepare the computer for undocking by doing one of the following: • Click the Start button and click Undock Computer. The lights... if at all . 3 If your computer power management settings so that you can now undock your computer. 5 If your computer has a charged battery in the battery bay, shut down , you will lose data and the computer may not recover normal operation for undocking. b Under Pick a category, click ...