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... Right Side View 18 Back View 19 Bottom View 20 Using a Battery 21 Battery Performance 21 Checking the Battery Charge 22 Power Management Modes 24 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 26 Accessing Power Options Properties 26 Charging the Battery 26 Replacing the Battery 27 Storing a Battery 28 Troubleshooting 28 Lockups and Software Problems 29 Dell Diagnostics 30 Index 35 Contents 3
... Right Side View 18 Back View 19 Bottom View 20 Using a Battery 21 Battery Performance 21 Checking the Battery Charge 22 Power Management Modes 24 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 26 Accessing Power Options Properties 26 Charging the Battery 26 Replacing the Battery 27 Storing a Battery 28 Troubleshooting 28 Lockups and Software Problems 29 Dell Diagnostics 30 Index 35 Contents 3
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Bottom View 1 2 3 7 4 6 5 1 memory module/modem/WLAN 2 Mini-Card/coin-cell battery cover 3 battery charge gauge/health 4 gauge 5 docking-device connector 6 7 hard drive battery-bay latch release battery air vents 20 Quick Reference Guide
Bottom View 1 2 3 7 4 6 5 1 memory module/modem/WLAN 2 Mini-Card/coin-cell battery cover 3 battery charge gauge/health 4 gauge 5 docking-device connector 6 7 hard drive battery-bay latch release battery air vents 20 Quick Reference Guide
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... set power management options to alert you when the battery charge is recommended that shipped with your computer. For best results, operate the computer with the main battery installed at all times. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is significantly reduced when you perform...
... set power management options to alert you when the battery charge is recommended that shipped with your computer. For best results, operate the computer with the main battery installed at all times. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is significantly reduced when you perform...
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... to work with extreme care. 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 taskbar. CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with your Dell computer. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of a lithium...
... to work with extreme care. 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 taskbar. CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with your Dell computer. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of a lithium...
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... time is largely determined by using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on the battery charge gauge for more than 60 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you when the battery charge is in good condition, and more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in Dell QuickSet. Each light represents approximately 20...
... time is largely determined by using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on the battery charge gauge for more than 60 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you when the battery charge is in good condition, and more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in Dell QuickSet. Each light represents approximately 20...
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... . Quick Reference Guide 25 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. To manually enter hibernate mode in before entering hibernate mode. NOTE: Some PC Cards or Express Cards may also use one...
... . Quick Reference Guide 25 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. To manually enter hibernate mode in before entering hibernate mode. NOTE: Some PC Cards or Express Cards may also use one...
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...outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Charging the Battery When you like. Charge time is connected to Control ...Panel→ Performance and Maintenance, and then click Power Options Windows Vista Click the Windows Vista Start button , click Control Panel, click System and Maintenance, and then click Power Options. NOTE: With Dell...
...outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Charging the Battery When you like. Charge time is connected to Control ...Panel→ Performance and Maintenance, and then click Power Options Windows Vista Click the Windows Vista Start button , click Control Panel, click System and Maintenance, and then click Power Options. NOTE: With Dell...
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Index B battery charge gauge, 22 charging, 26 checking the charge, 22 performance, 21 power meter, 22 removing, 27 storing, 28 C computer crashes, 29-30 stops responding, 29 D Dell Diagnostics, 30 Dell support site, 8 diagnostics Dell, 30 documentation End User License Agreement, 6 ergonomics, 6 online, 8 Product Information Guide, 6 regulatory, 6 safety, 6 documentation (continued) User's Guide, 6 warranty, 6 Drivers and Utilities disc Dell Diagnostics...
Index B battery charge gauge, 22 charging, 26 checking the charge, 22 performance, 21 power meter, 22 removing, 27 storing, 28 C computer crashes, 29-30 stops responding, 29 D Dell Diagnostics, 30 Dell support site, 8 diagnostics Dell, 30 documentation End User License Agreement, 6 ergonomics, 6 online, 8 Product Information Guide, 6 regulatory, 6 safety, 6 documentation (continued) User's Guide, 6 warranty, 6 Drivers and Utilities disc Dell Diagnostics...
User's Guide
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Contents 1 Finding Information 13 2 About Your Computer 21 Front View 21 Left Side View 25 Right Side View 27 Back View 27 Bottom View 31 3 Setting Up Your Computer 33 Transferring Information to a New Computer . . . . . 33 Microsoft® Windows® XP 33 Microsoft Windows Vista 36 Turning Off Your Computer 37 4 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 41 Contents 3
Contents 1 Finding Information 13 2 About Your Computer 21 Front View 21 Left Side View 25 Right Side View 27 Back View 27 Bottom View 31 3 Setting Up Your Computer 33 Transferring Information to a New Computer . . . . . 33 Microsoft® Windows® XP 33 Microsoft Windows Vista 36 Turning Off Your Computer 37 4 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 41 Contents 3
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... outlet, the light operates as follows: 22 About Your Computer Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is connected to indicate battery charge status. 1 display 3 keyboard 5 display latch 7 touch pad buttons 9 power button 2 device status lights 4 touch pad 6 speaker 8 keyboard status lights D IS PL...
... outlet, the light operates as follows: 22 About Your Computer Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is connected to indicate battery charge status. 1 display 3 keyboard 5 display latch 7 touch pad buttons 9 power button 2 device status lights 4 touch pad 6 speaker 8 keyboard status lights D IS PL...
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...-control keyboard shortcuts (see "Touch Pad" on a mouse when you use the touch pad to charge the battery). T O U C H P A D B U T T O N S - Flashing green: The battery is low. - Flashing orange: The battery charge is almost fully charged. - Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is charging. - For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Touch Pad" on page 47. Use these buttons...
...-control keyboard shortcuts (see "Touch Pad" on a mouse when you use the touch pad to charge the battery). T O U C H P A D B U T T O N S - Flashing green: The battery is low. - Flashing orange: The battery charge is almost fully charged. - Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is charging. - For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Touch Pad" on page 47. Use these buttons...
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Covers the compartment that contains one memory module, the modem, the WLAN Mini-Card, and the coin-cell battery. About Your Computer 31 Bottom View 1 2 3 7 4 6 5 1 memory 2 module/modem/WLAN Mini-Card/coin-cell battery cover 3 battery charge 4 gauge/health gauge 5 docking-device connector 6 7 hard drive battery-bay latch release battery air vents MEMORY MODULE/MODEM/WLAN MINI-CARD/COIN-CELL BATTERY COVER -
Covers the compartment that contains one memory module, the modem, the WLAN Mini-Card, and the coin-cell battery. About Your Computer 31 Bottom View 1 2 3 7 4 6 5 1 memory 2 module/modem/WLAN Mini-Card/coin-cell battery cover 3 battery charge 4 gauge/health gauge 5 docking-device connector 6 7 hard drive battery-bay latch release battery air vents MEMORY MODULE/MODEM/WLAN MINI-CARD/COIN-CELL BATTERY COVER -
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...while it is installed, you greatly increase the chances of causing your battery to wear down quickly or causing your computer without connecting the computer to a docking device. See the Dell documentation that allows you to undock your computer to prohibit the computer from... information. H A R D D R I N G - Provides information on the battery charge (see "Using a Battery" on page 39). Release the battery. Do not store your computer to an electrical outlet (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on the fan when the computer gets hot. NOTE: The computer turns on page...
...while it is installed, you greatly increase the chances of causing your battery to wear down quickly or causing your computer without connecting the computer to a docking device. See the Dell documentation that allows you to undock your computer to prohibit the computer from... information. H A R D D R I N G - Provides information on the battery charge (see "Using a Battery" on page 39). Release the battery. Do not store your computer to an electrical outlet (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on the fan when the computer gets hot. NOTE: The computer turns on page...
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... warranty document that you may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to connect your computer. To view battery charge status, check the Power Meter in the battery bay. For optimal computer performance and to a CD or DVD. 4 Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Accessing Power Options...
... warranty document that you may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to connect your computer. To view battery charge status, check the Power Meter in the battery bay. For optimal computer performance and to a CD or DVD. 4 Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Accessing Power Options...
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... or chemical burn. You can also set power management options to alert you when the battery charge is low. You can check the battery charge before you can use a battery from other computers with your Dell computer. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is designed to configure power management settings. For more information about accessing Windows Power...
... or chemical burn. You can also set power management options to alert you when the battery charge is low. You can check the battery charge before you can use a battery from other computers with your Dell computer. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is designed to configure power management settings. For more information about accessing Windows Power...
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... lights appear, the battery has no lights appear, the battery is connected to illuminate the charge-level lights. Using a Battery 41 If the computer is in Dell QuickSet. 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. See "Battery" on the battery as described below and...
... lights appear, the battery has no lights appear, the battery is connected to illuminate the charge-level lights. Using a Battery 41 If the computer is in Dell QuickSet. 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. See "Battery" on the battery as described below and...
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... or the Power Options Properties window. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. If the battery runs completely out of time. If two batteries are installed, the low-battery warning means that the combined charge of both batteries is used and recharged. • Place the computer in standby mode or...
... or the Power Options Properties window. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. If the battery runs completely out of time. If two batteries are installed, the low-battery warning means that the combined charge of both batteries is used and recharged. • Place the computer in standby mode or...
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...computer is in Windows Vista, click the Windows Vista Start button , and then click Sleep. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. To enter sleep mode in hibernate mode. You cannot make the computer exit standby or sleep mode by turning ... methods: • Press the power button. • Close the display. • Press . Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by . Using a Battery 43 Depending on the hard drive and then completely turning off computer, and then click Stand by copying system data to the same operating state...
...computer is in Windows Vista, click the Windows Vista Start button , and then click Sleep. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. To enter sleep mode in hibernate mode. You cannot make the computer exit standby or sleep mode by turning ... methods: • Press the power button. • Close the display. • Press . Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by . Using a Battery 43 Depending on the hard drive and then completely turning off computer, and then click Stand by copying system data to the same operating state...
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... to room temperature. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from Dell. Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not charge when you like. Disconnect the computer from the computer. Replace the battery only with a battery, see the Service Manual for as long as you connect...
... to room temperature. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from Dell. Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not charge when you like. Disconnect the computer from the computer. Replace the battery only with a battery, see the Service Manual for as long as you connect...
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...R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T - If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective. If you begin any setting adjustments.) For more information on using a battery to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Ensure that the light is recommended that the system setup program lists the correct device for the keyword standby in... the Dell Diagnostics (see the ...
...R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T - If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective. If you begin any setting adjustments.) For more information on using a battery to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Ensure that the light is recommended that the system setup program lists the correct device for the keyword standby in... the Dell Diagnostics (see the ...