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... and tells you make better use of your desktop, or click the Start button, click Help and Support Center, and then click User and system guides). is subject to avoid the problem. Intel and Pentium are optional and may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Latitude are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; The Drivers and Utilities CD and the Operating System CD...
... and tells you make better use of your desktop, or click the Start button, click Help and Support Center, and then click User and system guides). is subject to avoid the problem. Intel and Pentium are optional and may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, and Latitude are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; The Drivers and Utilities CD and the Operating System CD...
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Contents Finding Information for Your Computer 5 Setting Up Your Computer 9 About Your Computer 10 Front View 11 Left View 12 Right View 12 Back View 13 Bottom View 14 Using a Battery 14 Battery Performance 14 Checking the Battery Charge 15 Charging the Battery 17 Removing a Battery 17 Installing a Battery 18 Storing a Battery 18 Solving Problems 18 Notebook System Software (NSS 18 Lockups and Software Problems 19 Running the Dell Diagnostics 21 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Optional Drivers and Utilities CD 22 Index 25 Contents 3
Contents Finding Information for Your Computer 5 Setting Up Your Computer 9 About Your Computer 10 Front View 11 Left View 12 Right View 12 Back View 13 Bottom View 14 Using a Battery 14 Battery Performance 14 Checking the Battery Charge 15 Charging the Battery 17 Removing a Battery 17 Installing a Battery 18 Storing a Battery 18 Solving Problems 18 Notebook System Software (NSS 18 Lockups and Software Problems 19 Running the Dell Diagnostics 21 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Optional Drivers and Utilities CD 22 Index 25 Contents 3
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... updates can use support.dell.com or contact technical support • Enter the Express Service Code to your computer when shipped from Dell. Finding Information for Your Computer NOTE: Some features may not be available for my computer • My computer documentation • My device documentation • Notebook System Software (NSS) • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. Quick Reference Guide 5 Only) • Safety instructions...
... updates can use support.dell.com or contact technical support • Enter the Express Service Code to your computer when shipped from Dell. Finding Information for Your Computer NOTE: Some features may not be available for my computer • My computer documentation • My device documentation • Notebook System Software (NSS) • Warranty information • Terms and Conditions (U.S. Quick Reference Guide 5 Only) • Safety instructions...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com What Are You Looking For? • How to remove and replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems Find It Here Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® XP Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click User and System Guides and click User Guides. 6 Quick Reference Guide
www.dell.com | support.dell.com What Are You Looking For? • How to remove and replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to troubleshoot and solve problems Find It Here Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® XP Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Click User and System Guides and click User Guides. 6 Quick Reference Guide
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... USB devices. NSS provides critical updates for your region to System and Configuration Utilities, and click Dell Notebook System Software. What Are You Looking For? Dell customers The website may not be available in all regions. • Upgrades - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- To download Notebook System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Downloads. 2 Enter your Service Tag or product model. 3 In the Download Category drop-down menu...
... USB devices. NSS provides critical updates for your region to System and Configuration Utilities, and click Dell Notebook System Software. What Are You Looking For? Dell customers The website may not be available in all regions. • Upgrades - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Notebook System Software (NSS)- To download Notebook System Software: 1 Go to support.dell.com and click Downloads. 2 Enter your Service Tag or product model. 3 In the Download Category drop-down menu...
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... screen. The operating system product key is located on the operating system you reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that came with all computers. 8 Quick Reference Guide...
... screen. The operating system product key is located on the operating system you reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD to reinstall my operating system Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that came with all computers. 8 Quick Reference Guide...
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... using the AC adapter, secure the cable so that you will need to the electrical outlet. Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any software or additional hardware (such as chair legs or desk supports. Quick Reference Guide 9 NOTE: Do not connect the computer to the docking device until the computer has been turned on , or crushed by objects such as PC Cards, drives...
... using the AC adapter, secure the cable so that you will need to the electrical outlet. Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any software or additional hardware (such as chair legs or desk supports. Quick Reference Guide 9 NOTE: Do not connect the computer to the docking device until the computer has been turned on , or crushed by objects such as PC Cards, drives...
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... information about conserving power and an optional second battery, see "Using a Battery" on page 13. For more information about your desktop, or click the Start button, click Help and Support Center, and then click User and system guides. For more information on ports and connectors, see "Back View" on page 14. Operating time from a single fully charged battery with your User's Guide. 10 Quick Reference Guide For more...
... information about conserving power and an optional second battery, see "Using a Battery" on page 13. For more information about your desktop, or click the Start button, click Help and Support Center, and then click User and system guides. For more information on ports and connectors, see "Back View" on page 14. Operating time from a single fully charged battery with your User's Guide. 10 Quick Reference Guide For more...
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... supports the Dell D/Dock Expansion Station and the Dell D/Port Advanced Port Replicator. Front View keyboard status lights display latch display mute button volume control buttons power button device status lights track stick track stick/ touch pad buttons keyboard touch pad display latch button speakers (2) Quick Reference Guide 11 For information on obtaining optimal performance when using a docking device with this computer, see "Solving Problems" in all countries. - For information on your optional docking device, see "Using the Module Bay" in your online User's Guide...
... supports the Dell D/Dock Expansion Station and the Dell D/Port Advanced Port Replicator. Front View keyboard status lights display latch display mute button volume control buttons power button device status lights track stick track stick/ touch pad buttons keyboard touch pad display latch button speakers (2) Quick Reference Guide 11 For information on obtaining optimal performance when using a docking device with this computer, see "Solving Problems" in all countries. - For information on your optional docking device, see "Using the Module Bay" in your online User's Guide...
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... connected to significantly increase operating time. You can hold a charge) decreases over time. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Bottom View battery battery-bay latch release Mini PCI card/ modem/memory module cover processor-fan air vent docking device slot air vent Using a Battery Battery Performance CAUTION: Before you may need to purchase a new battery during the life of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide...
... connected to significantly increase operating time. You can hold a charge) decreases over time. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Bottom View battery battery-bay latch release Mini PCI card/ modem/memory module cover processor-fan air vent docking device slot air vent Using a Battery Battery Performance CAUTION: Before you may need to purchase a new battery during the life of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide...
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.... Dell QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is connected to a docking device (docked), the Battery Meter window includes a Dock Battery tab, which displays the charge level and current status of fire or explosion. Operating time is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives, such as DVD or CD drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen...
.... Dell QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is connected to a docking device (docked), the Battery Meter window includes a Dock Battery tab, which displays the charge level and current status of fire or explosion. Operating time is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: • Using optical drives, such as DVD or CD drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices • Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen...
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... battery charge. Then they represent incremental degradation when lit. 16 Quick Reference Guide For example, if the battery has 80 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. Charge Gauge Before you press and hold the status button on the taskbar. If no lights appear, the battery has no lights appear, the battery...
... battery charge. Then they represent incremental degradation when lit. 16 Quick Reference Guide For example, if the battery has 80 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. Charge Gauge Before you press and hold the status button on the taskbar. If no lights appear, the battery has no lights appear, the battery...
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..., indicating that the combined charge of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. Quick Reference Guide 17 The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the telephone wall jack. If the battery is hot from being in approximately 2 hours with the computer turned on. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to continue charging the battery. NOTE: For information about removing the optional second battery, see your work immediately after a low-battery...
..., indicating that the combined charge of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. Quick Reference Guide 17 The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the telephone wall jack. If the battery is hot from being in approximately 2 hours with the computer turned on. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to continue charging the battery. NOTE: For information about removing the optional second battery, see your work immediately after a low-battery...
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... then remove the battery from the pull-down menu. Slide the battery into the bay until the latch release clicks. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. Solving Problems Notebook System Software (NSS) If you store your operating system and language, and then follow the posted instructions. 18 Quick Reference Guide This utility is turned off. Installing a Battery Ensure that the computer is available on the optional Drivers and Utilities CD...
... then remove the battery from the pull-down menu. Slide the battery into the bay until the latch release clicks. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. Solving Problems Notebook System Software (NSS) If you store your operating system and language, and then follow the posted instructions. 18 Quick Reference Guide This utility is turned off. Installing a Battery Ensure that the computer is available on the optional Drivers and Utilities CD...
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...® M processors, optical drives, and USB devices. NOTE: NSS is critical for the correct operation of your Dell computer. If you are unable to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on a floppy disk or CD. Quick Reference Guide 19 NSS provides critical updates for your configuration. TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - If...
...® M processors, optical drives, and USB devices. NOTE: NSS is critical for the correct operation of your Dell computer. If you are unable to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on a floppy disk or CD. Quick Reference Guide 19 NSS provides critical updates for your configuration. TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F - If...
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... the instructions on the screen. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your computer. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in an environment similar to nonWindows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to...
... the instructions on the screen. Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION - • Ensure that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on your keyboard or moving your computer. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in an environment similar to nonWindows XP operating system environments. 1 Click the Start button, point to...
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... having problems connecting to a software problem. Then shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your docking device for instructions. 3 Connect the computer to scan the computer and remove spyware. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on the computer. However, the Drivers and Utilities CD is related to the Internet, your computer and try again. The one-time boot menu displays with a list...
... having problems connecting to a software problem. Then shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your docking device for instructions. 3 Connect the computer to scan the computer and remove spyware. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on the computer. However, the Drivers and Utilities CD is related to the Internet, your computer and try again. The one-time boot menu displays with a list...
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... | support.dell.com 5 Use the down-arrow key to select Diagnostics and press to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on to the Dell Diagnostics. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is blank, press the key. NOTE: If the boot device list does not display and the screen...
... | support.dell.com 5 Use the down-arrow key to select Diagnostics and press to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on to the Dell Diagnostics. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is blank, press the key. NOTE: If the boot device list does not display and the screen...
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... components installed on the symptom of the problem you are having. 2 If a problem is located at the top of devices. Run Express Test first to customize the test by changing the test settings. Tests a specific device. Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to increase the possibility of the problem. If you want . Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. The Dell...
... components installed on the symptom of the problem you are having. 2 If a problem is located at the top of devices. Run Express Test first to customize the test by changing the test settings. Tests a specific device. Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to increase the possibility of the problem. If you want . Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. The Dell...
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..., 12 air vents location, 12 audio connectors location, 12 B battery charge gauge, 16 charging, 17 checking the charge, 15 health gauge, 16 installing, 18 low-battery warning, 17 performance, 14 power meter, 16 removing, 17 storing, 18 C CD operating system, 8 computer crashes, 19-20 slow performance, 21 stops responding, 19 D Dell Premier Support website, 7 support site, 7 Diagnostics Dell, 21 documentation device, 5 online, 7 ResourceCD, 5 drivers, 5 P problems blue screen, 20 computer crashes...
..., 12 air vents location, 12 audio connectors location, 12 B battery charge gauge, 16 charging, 17 checking the charge, 15 health gauge, 16 installing, 18 low-battery warning, 17 performance, 14 power meter, 16 removing, 17 storing, 18 C CD operating system, 8 computer crashes, 19-20 slow performance, 21 stops responding, 19 D Dell Premier Support website, 7 support site, 7 Diagnostics Dell, 21 documentation device, 5 online, 7 ResourceCD, 5 drivers, 5 P problems blue screen, 20 computer crashes...
