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... relevant self-support information. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Online discussion ... It Here • Solutions - NSS provides critical updates for your computing environment Dell Support Utility The Dell Support Utility is necessary for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Contact information, service call ...
... relevant self-support information. Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface may vary depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - Online discussion ... It Here • Solutions - NSS provides critical updates for your computing environment Dell Support Utility The Dell Support Utility is necessary for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Contact information, service call ...
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Left Side View 1 2 345 6 7 89 1 security cable slot 2 air vents 4 smart card slot (with blank) 5 1394 connector 7 Wi-Fi Catcher™ light 8 PC Card/ExpressCard slot Right Side View 3 audio connectors (2) 6 wireless switch 9 hard drive 1 1 optical drive in media bay 2 media-bay device latch release 2 3 3 USB connectors (2) Quick Reference Guide 11
Left Side View 1 2 345 6 7 89 1 security cable slot 2 air vents 4 smart card slot (with blank) 5 1394 connector 7 Wi-Fi Catcher™ light 8 PC Card/ExpressCard slot Right Side View 3 audio connectors (2) 6 wireless switch 9 hard drive 1 1 optical drive in media bay 2 media-bay device latch release 2 3 3 USB connectors (2) Quick Reference Guide 11
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... (RJ-11) 5 video connector 1 2 7 3 USB connectors (2) 6 AC adapter connector 8 7 6 5 1 battery charge gauge/health gauge 2 battery 4 device locking screw (if present) 5 memory module cover 7 air vents 8 hard drive 12 Quick Reference Guide 3 4 3 battery-bay latch releases (2) 6 docking device connector Back View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate...
... (RJ-11) 5 video connector 1 2 7 3 USB connectors (2) 6 AC adapter connector 8 7 6 5 1 battery charge gauge/health gauge 2 battery 4 device locking screw (if present) 5 memory module cover 7 air vents 8 hard drive 12 Quick Reference Guide 3 4 3 battery-bay latch releases (2) 6 docking device connector Back View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate...
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...DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE Start MENU. RUN THE DELL DIAGNOSTICS - If all tests run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your User's Guide), review your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media. 18 Quick... Reference Guide NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on page 18. Enter system setup (see "System Setup Program" in the Product...
...DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE Start MENU. RUN THE DELL DIAGNOSTICS - If all tests run the Dell Diagnostics before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your User's Guide), review your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media. 18 Quick... Reference Guide NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on page 18. Enter system setup (see "System Setup Program" in the Product...
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..., press immediately. NOTE: If you see the Windows desktop. NOTE: If you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that came with your docking device for one of your hard drive. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ;
..., press immediately. NOTE: If you see the Windows desktop. NOTE: If you receive the message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that came with your docking device for one of your hard drive. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ;
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..., 15 storing, 16 C CDs operating system, 8 computer crashes, 17 slow performance, 18 stops responding, 17 D Dell Diagnostics about, 18 starting from the Drivers and Utilities media, 19 starting from the hard drive, 19 using, 18 Dell support site, 7 diagnostics Dell, 18 documentation End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics, 5 online, 7 Product Information Guide, 5 regulatory, 5 safety, 5 User's Guide...
..., 15 storing, 16 C CDs operating system, 8 computer crashes, 17 slow performance, 18 stops responding, 17 D Dell Diagnostics about, 18 starting from the Drivers and Utilities media, 19 starting from the hard drive, 19 using, 18 Dell support site, 7 diagnostics Dell, 18 documentation End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics, 5 online, 7 Product Information Guide, 5 regulatory, 5 safety, 5 User's Guide...
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... Diagnostic Lights 99 Diagnostic Light Codes During POST 99 Dell™ Technical Update Service 101 Dell Diagnostics 101 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 102 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 102 Starting the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities Media 103 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 104 Dell Support Utility 105 Accessing the Dell Support Utility 105 7
... Diagnostic Lights 99 Diagnostic Light Codes During POST 99 Dell™ Technical Update Service 101 Dell Diagnostics 101 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 102 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 102 Starting the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities Media 103 Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 104 Dell Support Utility 105 Accessing the Dell Support Utility 105 7
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... Icon 106 Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon 106 Drive Problems 106 Media drive problems 107 If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray 107 If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound 108 Hard drive problems 108 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 108 Error Messages 110 IEEE 1394...
... Icon 106 Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon 106 Drive Problems 106 Media drive problems 107 If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray 107 If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound 108 Hard drive problems 108 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 108 Error Messages 110 IEEE 1394...
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... Technology 154 Coin-Cell Battery 156 Memory 157 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card 163 Mobile Broadband Card 166 Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card 169 Hard Drive 170 Media Bay 173 Removing Media Bay Devices 173 FCM (Flash Cache Module 174 10
... Technology 154 Coin-Cell Battery 156 Memory 157 Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card 163 Mobile Broadband Card 166 Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card 169 Hard Drive 170 Media Bay 173 Removing Media Bay Devices 173 FCM (Flash Cache Module 174 10
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..., and software updates 2 Select Drivers & Downloads and click Go. • Notebook System Software (NSS)- support for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Troubleshooting hints and Dell Support Website - Finding Information 17 the NSS utility. What Are You Looking For? Online discussion with technical support •...
..., and software updates 2 Select Drivers & Downloads and click Go. • Notebook System Software (NSS)- support for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Troubleshooting hints and Dell Support Website - Finding Information 17 the NSS utility. What Are You Looking For? Online discussion with technical support •...
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... turns on page 85). Fan noise is running. Left Side View 1 2 345 6 7 89 1 security cable slot 3 audio connectors (2) 5 1394 connector 7 Wi-Fi Catcher™ light 9 hard drive 2 air vents 4 smart card slot (with the fan or the computer. Do not store your computer is connected to AC power. Restricting the airflow can... to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. About Your Computer 25 NOTE: The ambient light sensor is disabled when your Dell computer in the air vents. S E C U R I R V E N T S - light environments.
... turns on page 85). Fan noise is running. Left Side View 1 2 345 6 7 89 1 security cable slot 3 audio connectors (2) 5 1394 connector 7 Wi-Fi Catcher™ light 9 hard drive 2 air vents 4 smart card slot (with the fan or the computer. Do not store your computer is connected to AC power. Restricting the airflow can... to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. About Your Computer 25 NOTE: The ambient light sensor is disabled when your Dell computer in the air vents. S E C U R I R V E N T S - light environments.
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D E V I A B A Y - Press the latch release to eject any device installed in media bay 3 USB connectors (2) 2 media-bay device latch release M E D I C E L A T C H R E L EA S E - Back View 12 3 4 5 6 7 28 About Your Computer USB CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. Right Side View 1 2 3 1 optical drive in the media bay. Supports a floppy or an optical drive, second battery, second hard drive, or a Dell TravelLite™ module (see "Using Multimedia" on page 73).
D E V I A B A Y - Press the latch release to eject any device installed in media bay 3 USB connectors (2) 2 media-bay device latch release M E D I C E L A T C H R E L EA S E - Back View 12 3 4 5 6 7 28 About Your Computer USB CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. Right Side View 1 2 3 1 optical drive in the media bay. Supports a floppy or an optical drive, second battery, second hard drive, or a Dell TravelLite™ module (see "Using Multimedia" on page 73).
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... charge gauge/health gauge 3 battery-bay latch releases (2) 5 memory module cover 7 air vents 9 device locking screw 2 battery 4 device locking screw (if present) 6 docking-device connector 8 hard drive B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - B A T T E R Y - B A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E S - When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Using a Battery" on page 47 for instructions...
... charge gauge/health gauge 3 battery-bay latch releases (2) 5 memory module cover 7 air vents 9 device locking screw 2 battery 4 device locking screw (if present) 6 docking-device connector 8 hard drive B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - B A T T E R Y - B A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E S - When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Using a Battery" on page 47 for instructions...
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..., , and then click Sleep. To exit standby or sleep mode, press the power button or open the display, depending on the hard drive and then completely turning off the computer. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer loses AC and battery ... the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, you set the power management options in Windows XP, click the Start button, click Turn off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of the following methods: • Press the power button. • Close the display. • Press . Using a Battery...
..., , and then click Sleep. To exit standby or sleep mode, press the power button or open the display, depending on the hard drive and then completely turning off the computer. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer loses AC and battery ... the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, you set the power management options in Windows XP, click the Start button, click Turn off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of the following methods: • Press the power button. • Close the display. • Press . Using a Battery...
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...Plus - This section applies only to and may vary by country. Dell Edition. You can write to and read DVD-RAM or DVD-R DL media. The DVD-writable drives installed in the upper-right corner of media drives offered by Dell may not read DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW and DVD+R DL (dual layer...a temporary folder on the Sonic support website at sonic.com. Using Multimedia 75 For more information on playing media, click Help on your computer hard drive. If you experience recording problems, check for other purposes, such as creating music CDs from audio files stored on the CD or DVD player...
...Plus - This section applies only to and may vary by country. Dell Edition. You can write to and read DVD-RAM or DVD-R DL media. The DVD-writable drives installed in the upper-right corner of media drives offered by Dell may not read DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW and DVD+R DL (dual layer...a temporary folder on the Sonic support website at sonic.com. Using Multimedia 75 For more information on playing media, click Help on your computer hard drive. If you experience recording problems, check for other purposes, such as creating music CDs from audio files stored on the CD or DVD player...
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...for data in different ways. Type of Password Primary (or system) Administrator Hard drive Features • Protects the computer from unauthorized access NOTE: Some hard drives do not support hard drive passwords. When using passwords, observe the following table identifies types and features...Microsoft® Windows® operating system to create user accounts or to your computer in your computer or hard drive. For security, the Dell Latitude™ D630/630c ships with encryption features. NOTE: Passwords provide a high level of security for repair or reconfiguration ...
...for data in different ways. Type of Password Primary (or system) Administrator Hard drive Features • Protects the computer from unauthorized access NOTE: Some hard drives do not support hard drive passwords. When using passwords, observe the following table identifies types and features...Microsoft® Windows® operating system to create user accounts or to your computer in your computer or hard drive. For security, the Dell Latitude™ D630/630c ships with encryption features. NOTE: Passwords provide a high level of security for repair or reconfiguration ...
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... forget any of your passwords, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 199). For your protection, Dell technical support staff will ask you for the administrator password. • It is recommended that you do not write down , however, ensure that the password is stored in your computer or hard drive. However, they are not watching...
... forget any of your passwords, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 199). For your protection, Dell technical support staff will ask you for the administrator password. • It is recommended that you do not write down , however, ensure that the password is stored in your computer or hard drive. However, they are not watching...
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...restrict access to system setup in system setup. Using a Hard Drive Password The hard drive password helps protect the data on the computer: A message appears asking for the hard drive password. To continue, enter your system administrator or contact Dell (see "System Setup Program" on page 193). If ...you do not have an administrator password assigned, or if you have both a primary and an administrator password assigned but it does not provide access to the hard drive when a hard drive password is enabled...
...restrict access to system setup in system setup. Using a Hard Drive Password The hard drive password helps protect the data on the computer: A message appears asking for the hard drive password. To continue, enter your system administrator or contact Dell (see "System Setup Program" on page 193). If ...you do not have an administrator password assigned, or if you have both a primary and an administrator password assigned but it does not provide access to the hard drive when a hard drive password is enabled...
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...was in when you turned it does not provide access to assist in the recovery of these backups being incomplete, lost, or damaged, Dell will be supported in the Broadcom Secure Foundation Getting Started Guide. In the event of encrypted data. Enabling the TPM Feature 1 Enable...shipping into China are the same, the computer prompts you only for both. NOTE: The TPM feature may not be unable to the hard drive when a hard drive password is enabled through a system setup option. TPM is a hardware-based security feature that came with security software, the TPM enhances existing...
...was in when you turned it does not provide access to assist in the recovery of these backups being incomplete, lost, or damaged, Dell will be supported in the Broadcom Secure Foundation Getting Started Guide. In the event of encrypted data. Enabling the TPM Feature 1 Enable...shipping into China are the same, the computer prompts you only for both. NOTE: The TPM feature may not be unable to the hard drive when a hard drive password is enabled through a system setup option. TPM is a hardware-based security feature that came with security software, the TPM enhances existing...
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... computer, perform the checks in system setup and is recommended that came with your hard drive or from the boot menu and press . Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is optional and may not ship with your hard drive. then, shut down completely. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is located on a hidden...
... computer, perform the checks in system setup and is recommended that came with your hard drive or from the boot menu and press . Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is optional and may not ship with your hard drive. then, shut down completely. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is located on a hidden...