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... User's Guide for information about using the computer system. x In addition to information provided in this manual, Dell provides the Reference and Troubleshooting Guide for troubleshooting procedures and instructions on using the Dell diagnostics to service Dell portable computers is a basic knowledge of IBM®-compatible PCs and prior training in italic type. These...
... User's Guide for information about using the computer system. x In addition to information provided in this manual, Dell provides the Reference and Troubleshooting Guide for troubleshooting procedures and instructions on using the Dell diagnostics to service Dell portable computers is a basic knowledge of IBM®-compatible PCs and prior training in italic type. These...
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... to step 3. Observe the user to determine whether he or she is making any necessary corrections. Dell recommends that can often indicate the cause of a problem or indicate the appropriate troubleshooting procedure to use. Instruct the user in the proper procedure, or direct him or her to the appropriate user documentation for...
... to step 3. Observe the user to determine whether he or she is making any necessary corrections. Dell recommends that can often indicate the cause of a problem or indicate the appropriate troubleshooting procedure to use. Instruct the user in the proper procedure, or direct him or her to the appropriate user documentation for...
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...key to return the computer to the power-on , press to cool, the battery stops charging before it reaches full capacity. 2-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual A low-battery warning occurred; Look at the indicators to determine which of the computer is not allowed to return from AC... NOTE: If the charging indicator and low-battery indicator flash continuously while the computer is blinking approximately every 8 seconds - components, as instructed in suspend mode. The computer is on or blinking - Then slide the power button to turn on state. Open the display and press...
...key to return the computer to the power-on , press to cool, the battery stops charging before it reaches full capacity. 2-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual A low-battery warning occurred; Look at the indicators to determine which of the computer is not allowed to return from AC... NOTE: If the charging indicator and low-battery indicator flash continuously while the computer is blinking approximately every 8 seconds - components, as instructed in suspend mode. The computer is on or blinking - Then slide the power button to turn on state. Open the display and press...
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...'s I/O panel. • The captive screws that its interface cable are free of any obvious physical damage. • The monitor's controls are set according to the instructions in the docu- If an external mouse is connected, verify the following : • The device's interface cable connector is correctly attached to ensure a firm connection...
...'s I/O panel. • The captive screws that its interface cable are free of any obvious physical damage. • The monitor's controls are set according to the instructions in the docu- If an external mouse is connected, verify the following : • The device's interface cable connector is correctly attached to ensure a firm connection...
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...boot routine starts? These messages can indicate problems or provide status information. If a system error message displays, go to Table 3-2. 2-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual erals and then the computer. 3. If the computer emits a beep code, go to Table 3-1. Proceed to step 4. ...of the Reference and Troubleshooting Guide. Proceed to the next procedure, "Observing the Boot Routine." Troubleshoot the power subsystem. 4. For instructions, see "Before You Start Testing" in the previous section, boot the computer from the drives. 15. Does the problem reoccur?...
...boot routine starts? These messages can indicate problems or provide status information. If a system error message displays, go to Table 3-2. 2-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual erals and then the computer. 3. If the computer emits a beep code, go to Table 3-1. Proceed to step 4. ...of the Reference and Troubleshooting Guide. Proceed to the next procedure, "Observing the Boot Routine." Troubleshoot the power subsystem. 4. For instructions, see "Before You Start Testing" in the previous section, boot the computer from the drives. 15. Does the problem reoccur?...
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... reveal the source of the problem or lead to the proper troubleshooting steps for determining the source of the problem, call Dell for the Diagnostics Menu. If you suspect that the same resource is assigned to the next section, "Eliminating Resource Conflicts."...reassign the resources as necessary. For more devices. See "Running the Dell Diagnostics" in the Reference and Troubleshooting Guide. Because a device may require dedicated memory spaces, interrupt levels, or DMA channels, all . For instructions, see Chapter 3, "Troubleshooting Your Computer," in Chapter 3. Yes. Insert...
... reveal the source of the problem or lead to the proper troubleshooting steps for determining the source of the problem, call Dell for the Diagnostics Menu. If you suspect that the same resource is assigned to the next section, "Eliminating Resource Conflicts."...reassign the resources as necessary. For more devices. See "Running the Dell Diagnostics" in the Reference and Troubleshooting Guide. Because a device may require dedicated memory spaces, interrupt levels, or DMA channels, all . For instructions, see Chapter 3, "Troubleshooting Your Computer," in Chapter 3. Yes. Insert...
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... procedure in reverse order. als are turned off, and the peripher- Computer Orientation Removing and Replacing Parts 4-1 Chapter 4 Removing and Replacing Parts This chapter provides instructions for factory-replaceable parts, see Appendix A, "Factory Repair Parts." back of computer left side right side front of the computer. • A part can be allowed...
... procedure in reverse order. als are turned off, and the peripher- Computer Orientation Removing and Replacing Parts 4-1 Chapter 4 Removing and Replacing Parts This chapter provides instructions for factory-replaceable parts, see Appendix A, "Factory Repair Parts." back of computer left side right side front of the computer. • A part can be allowed...
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... that the drive latch is very sensitive to release the hard-disk drive assembly from a height of the computer. 2. The following subsections provide instructions for removing and replacing these steps: 1. Grasp the drive door and pull the drive out of parts and assemblies can be found in Appendix ...Some of computer hard-disk drive drive latch drive door PC Card slot Figure 4-6. Hard-Disk Drive Assembly front of the instructions are preceded by a table listing the Dell order name for zzz. The latch is on the left-front corner of 1 inch. To remove the hard-disk drive...
... that the drive latch is very sensitive to release the hard-disk drive assembly from a height of the computer. 2. The following subsections provide instructions for removing and replacing these steps: 1. Grasp the drive door and pull the drive out of parts and assemblies can be found in Appendix ...Some of computer hard-disk drive drive latch drive door PC Card slot Figure 4-6. Hard-Disk Drive Assembly front of the instructions are preceded by a table listing the Dell order name for zzz. The latch is on the left-front corner of 1 inch. To remove the hard-disk drive...
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.... Follow the instructions on the computer. I/O Bracket Clips I /O bracket clip has been dislodged, reinstall it will ensure that accompanied the replacement system board assembly into the BIOS of the computer. Figure 4-28. Enter the system's service tag number into the diskette drive, and turn on the display screen. 4-40 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual...
.... Follow the instructions on the computer. I/O Bracket Clips I /O bracket clip has been dislodged, reinstall it will ensure that accompanied the replacement system board assembly into the BIOS of the computer. Figure 4-28. Enter the system's service tag number into the diskette drive, and turn on the display screen. 4-40 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual...
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...replacing factory com- ponents and subassemblies at the beginning of factory components and subassemblies in the field. The subsections that follow Table A-1 provide instructions for field-replaceable parts, see Chapter 4, "Removing and Replacing Parts.") Recommended Tools Most of the procedures in this appendix require the use of...Before you begin working on the computer, read about the precautionary measures, screw identification, and computer orientation outlined at a service facility. (Dell does not recommend removal and replacement of Chapter 4, "Removing and Replacing Parts."
...replacing factory com- ponents and subassemblies at the beginning of factory components and subassemblies in the field. The subsections that follow Table A-1 provide instructions for field-replaceable parts, see Chapter 4, "Removing and Replacing Parts.") Recommended Tools Most of the procedures in this appendix require the use of...Before you begin working on the computer, read about the precautionary measures, screw identification, and computer orientation outlined at a service facility. (Dell does not recommend removal and replacement of Chapter 4, "Removing and Replacing Parts."
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...separate the diskette drive from the palmrest. See Figure A-2. Slide the CD-ROM flex cable out of the board into the recesses in Chapter 4 for instructions about removing the diskette/CD-ROM assembly from the bottom case assembly. Lift the trackball out of ...CD-ROM/diskette drive bracket. The diskette drive is replaced as described in "Palmrest Assembly" in Chapter 4 for instructions about removing the diskette/CD-ROM assembly from the bottom case assembly. Gently pull the brace toward the front, and lift the brace away from the drive bracket. A-16 Dell Latitude XPi CD...
...separate the diskette drive from the palmrest. See Figure A-2. Slide the CD-ROM flex cable out of the board into the recesses in Chapter 4 for instructions about removing the diskette/CD-ROM assembly from the bottom case assembly. Lift the trackball out of ...CD-ROM/diskette drive bracket. The diskette drive is replaced as described in "Palmrest Assembly" in Chapter 4 for instructions about removing the diskette/CD-ROM assembly from the bottom case assembly. Gently pull the brace toward the front, and lift the brace away from the drive bracket. A-16 Dell Latitude XPi CD...
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Then follow the instructions described in Chapter 4. • Keyboard/keypad/mouse connector shield - See "Memory Modules" in the following items from the system board assembly to remove parts of the system board assembly, Dell recommends that you first remove the assembly as described in "System Board Assembly..." in this appendix. • I /O Interface Cable" found later in Chapter 4. A-20 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual System Board Assembly in the Bottom Case Assembly To remove a part of the system board assembly. See the next subsection,...
Then follow the instructions described in Chapter 4. • Keyboard/keypad/mouse connector shield - See "Memory Modules" in the following items from the system board assembly to remove parts of the system board assembly, Dell recommends that you first remove the assembly as described in "System Board Assembly..." in this appendix. • I /O Interface Cable" found later in Chapter 4. A-20 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual System Board Assembly in the Bottom Case Assembly To remove a part of the system board assembly. See the next subsection,...
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... spreader plate bottom case assembly Figure A-10. To remove the main battery insulator, lift it off the main battery compartment. The subsections that follow the instructions in "System Board Assembly" in Chapter 4. Main Battery Insulator The main battery insulator insulates the main battery from the system board assembly. Factory Repair Parts...
... spreader plate bottom case assembly Figure A-10. To remove the main battery insulator, lift it off the main battery compartment. The subsections that follow the instructions in "System Board Assembly" in Chapter 4. Main Battery Insulator The main battery insulator insulates the main battery from the system board assembly. Factory Repair Parts...
Installing Drivers
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...instructions on your computer at the end of this procedure to determine if the drivers are sometimes called utilities or drivers. Windows 3.x or Windows for Workgroups 3.x To install the video driver for the Windows 3.x or Windows for the 2093 video controller. Save your work in the Run window. Dell ® Latitude® XPi and Dell Latitude XPi CD... Installing Utilities and Drivers Dell provides you with the driver for Workgroups 3.x operating system, follow ...
...instructions on your computer at the end of this procedure to determine if the drivers are sometimes called utilities or drivers. Windows 3.x or Windows for Workgroups 3.x To install the video driver for the Windows 3.x or Windows for the 2093 video controller. Save your work in the Run window. Dell ® Latitude® XPi and Dell Latitude XPi CD... Installing Utilities and Drivers Dell provides you with the driver for Workgroups 3.x operating system, follow ...
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... button and follow these steps: 1. The Display Properties window appears. 5. Restart your settings are prompted again for the Windows NT 3.51 operating system, follow the instructions on to the next step in all open it by double-clicking the Control Panel icon in the Main group. The Select Device window appears...
... button and follow these steps: 1. The Display Properties window appears. 5. Restart your settings are prompted again for the Windows NT 3.51 operating system, follow the instructions on to the next step in all open it by double-clicking the Control Panel icon in the Main group. The Select Device window appears...
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...driver. Then click the OK button or press to complete the installation. 2. Follow the instructions on which program you want to use the program. Type a:\setup in the Dell Accessories folder or group. Windows 3.x or Windows for Workgroups 3.x To install the trackball/..., select the Run option from the File menu. 4. Installing the Online System User's Guide and Dell Control Center The online System User's Guide for the Latitude XPi and Latitude XPi CD computers contains essential information you will need to restart your screen. Installing the Optical Trackball/ Mouse Driver...
...driver. Then click the OK button or press to complete the installation. 2. Follow the instructions on which program you want to use the program. Type a:\setup in the Dell Accessories folder or group. Windows 3.x or Windows for Workgroups 3.x To install the trackball/..., select the Run option from the File menu. 4. Installing the Online System User's Guide and Dell Control Center The online System User's Guide for the Latitude XPi and Latitude XPi CD computers contains essential information you will need to restart your screen. Installing the Optical Trackball/ Mouse Driver...
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... your screen to com- Windows 3.x To install the CD-ROM drivers in MS-DOS mode, click the Start button, and then click Shut Down. Follow the instructions on using the Windows 3.x operating system, you must install special drivers to -disk partition utilities, see the readme.s2d file in ... operating systems. The installation program places the mks2d.exe, rms2d.exe, and asset.com utilities in MS-DOS mode. For more information on the Dell Control Center diskette to your computer, such as the asset tag code and suspendto-disk partition. At a command prompt, type copy a:\ filename and...
... your screen to com- Windows 3.x To install the CD-ROM drivers in MS-DOS mode, click the Start button, and then click Shut Down. Follow the instructions on using the Windows 3.x operating system, you must install special drivers to -disk partition utilities, see the readme.s2d file in ... operating systems. The installation program places the mks2d.exe, rms2d.exe, and asset.com utilities in MS-DOS mode. For more information on the Dell Control Center diskette to your computer, such as the asset tag code and suspendto-disk partition. At a command prompt, type copy a:\ filename and...
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...PCI 1131 controller. However, the driver for the ESS 1888 controller is not compatible with the PCI 1130 controller on the Dell Latitude XPi CD P150ST. Check your config.sys file to make sure the line containing the filename emm386.exe reads as an Advanced Technology ...drive. 7. NOTE: The driver for Workgroups 3.x operating system, follow these steps: 1. Type a:\install in the Windows 3.x operating system, follow the instructions on your MS-DOS documentation. 4. Restart your computer. 3. Then double-click the PC Card (PCMCIA) icon, and follow these steps: 1. To...
...PCI 1131 controller. However, the driver for the ESS 1888 controller is not compatible with the PCI 1130 controller on the Dell Latitude XPi CD P150ST. Check your config.sys file to make sure the line containing the filename emm386.exe reads as an Advanced Technology ...drive. 7. NOTE: The driver for Workgroups 3.x operating system, follow these steps: 1. Type a:\install in the Windows 3.x operating system, follow the instructions on your MS-DOS documentation. 4. Restart your computer. 3. Then double-click the PC Card (PCMCIA) icon, and follow these steps: 1. To...
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...Click the Driver tab. 9. Click the Have Disk button. To see "Calling Dell" in the Run window. Insert the CMD Fast IDE Drivers diskette into the diskette drive. 3. Follow the instructions on your computer. If you have the Windows 95 operating system, you will ... speed of these services and more information about online services and technical assistance, see driver installation instructions, follow these steps: 1. Type a:\setup in all application programs, because you can access Dell's TechConnect BBS, AutoTech, and TechFax services. NOTE: The audio drivers for the Windows 3.x ...
...Click the Driver tab. 9. Click the Have Disk button. To see "Calling Dell" in the Run window. Insert the CMD Fast IDE Drivers diskette into the diskette drive. 3. Follow the instructions on your computer. If you have the Windows 95 operating system, you will ... speed of these services and more information about online services and technical assistance, see driver installation instructions, follow these steps: 1. Type a:\setup in all application programs, because you can access Dell's TechConnect BBS, AutoTech, and TechFax services. NOTE: The audio drivers for the Windows 3.x ...