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...Customizing the Touch Pad 56 6 Using a Battery 59 Battery Performance 59 Checking the Battery Charge 60 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 60 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 61 Charge Gauge 61 Low-Battery Warning 62 Conserving Battery Power 62 Power Management Modes 63 Standby and ...Sleep Mode 63 Hibernate Mode 63 Configuring Power Management Settings 64 Accessing Power Options Properties 64 Charging the Battery 65 Replacing the Battery 65 Storing a Battery 66 7 Using Multimedia 67 Playing Media 67 Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote 69 Contents 5
...Customizing the Touch Pad 56 6 Using a Battery 59 Battery Performance 59 Checking the Battery Charge 60 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 60 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 61 Charge Gauge 61 Low-Battery Warning 62 Conserving Battery Power 62 Power Management Modes 63 Standby and ...Sleep Mode 63 Hibernate Mode 63 Configuring Power Management Settings 64 Accessing Power Options Properties 64 Charging the Battery 65 Replacing the Battery 65 Storing a Battery 66 7 Using Multimedia 67 Playing Media 67 Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote 69 Contents 5
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..., use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on when the computer reads or writes data. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS The blue lights located to indicate battery charge status. Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is enabled. Hard-drive activity light -
..., use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on when the computer reads or writes data. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS The blue lights located to indicate battery charge status. Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is enabled. Hard-drive activity light -
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...page 55). For more information, see "Touch Pad" on a mouse when you ordered the card with your computer. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is connected to move the cursor on page 55). Control CD, DVD, and Media Player playback. Play the previous track. Play... the next track. Solid amber: The battery charge is charging. - The light turns on only if you use the wireless switch (see "Touch Pad" on the display (see the documentation that came with...
...page 55). For more information, see "Touch Pad" on a mouse when you ordered the card with your computer. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is connected to move the cursor on page 55). Control CD, DVD, and Media Player playback. Play the previous track. Play... the next track. Solid amber: The battery charge is charging. - The light turns on only if you use the wireless switch (see "Touch Pad" on the display (see the documentation that came with...
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Bottom View 1 23 4 10 9 8 7 1 left speaker 3 consumer IR sensor 5 wireless Mini-Card cover 7 battery charge/health gauge 9 fan 6 5 2 memory module/coin-cell battery cover 4 right speaker 6 battery 8 battery release latches (2) 10 hard drive L E F T S PE A K E R - M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I N - To adjust the volume of the ...
Bottom View 1 23 4 10 9 8 7 1 left speaker 3 consumer IR sensor 5 wireless Mini-Card cover 7 battery charge/health gauge 9 fan 6 5 2 memory module/coin-cell battery cover 4 right speaker 6 battery 8 battery release latches (2) 10 hard drive L E F T S PE A K E R - M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I N - To adjust the volume of the ...
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... "Replacing the Battery" on page 60). Releases the battery (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 65 for basic multimedia navigation control. The computer uses a fan to an electrical outlet (see "Wireless Mini-Cards" on page 179 and "Flash .... B A T T E R Y C H A R G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - C A R D C O V E R - Fan noise is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from the Dell travel remote controller for instructions).
... "Replacing the Battery" on page 60). Releases the battery (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 65 for basic multimedia navigation control. The computer uses a fan to an electrical outlet (see "Wireless Mini-Cards" on page 179 and "Flash .... B A T T E R Y C H A R G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - C A R D C O V E R - Fan noise is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from the Dell travel remote controller for instructions).
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A UPS protects against power interruptions. The battery charges while AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 46 Setting Up Your Computer Connect other devices, such as a printer, to a UPS. See the UPS ...
A UPS protects against power interruptions. The battery charges while AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 46 Setting Up Your Computer Connect other devices, such as a printer, to a UPS. See the UPS ...
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...or separate paper warranty document that you connect your computer. Depending on how often the battery is used , you may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to connect your new computer to an electrical outlet the first time you use to media. Using a Battery ... for your computer. 6 Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is fully charged. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use the computer. For optimal computer performance and to , the following: • Using ...
...or separate paper warranty document that you connect your computer. Depending on how often the battery is used , you may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to connect your new computer to an electrical outlet the first time you use to media. Using a Battery ... for your computer. 6 Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is fully charged. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use the computer. For optimal computer performance and to , the following: • Using ...
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...Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for advice on the battery • Low-battery warning pop-up window Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter: • Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the Product Information ... "Battery Disposal" in the taskbar, and then click Battery Meter. You can check the battery charge on your computer using any one of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in your local waste disposal or environmental...
...Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for advice on the battery • Low-battery warning pop-up window Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter: • Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the Product Information ... "Battery Disposal" in the taskbar, and then click Battery Meter. You can check the battery charge on your computer using any one of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in your local waste disposal or environmental...
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... . Check the Battery Health NOTE: You can check battery health in Dell QuickSet. If no lights appear, the battery is charged. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of the lights are on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the health indicator lights. For information about QuickSet, right...
... . Check the Battery Health NOTE: You can check battery health in Dell QuickSet. If no lights appear, the battery is charged. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of the lights are on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the health indicator lights. For information about QuickSet, right...
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The computer enters Standby or Sleep mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is used and recharged. • Place the computer in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window (see "Power Management Modes" on ...Conserving Battery Power To conserve battery power on page 210 for the battery alarms in standby mode or hibernate mode when you when the battery charge is at a critically low level. If the battery runs completely out of the following: • Connect the computer to an electrical ...
The computer enters Standby or Sleep mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is used and recharged. • Place the computer in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window (see "Power Management Modes" on ...Conserving Battery Power To conserve battery power on page 210 for the battery alarms in standby mode or hibernate mode when you when the battery charge is at a critically low level. If the battery runs completely out of the following: • Connect the computer to an electrical ...
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..., you set the power management options. You cannot make the computer exit standby or sleep mode by . Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Using a Battery 63 To enter standby mode in Windows XP, click Start→ Turn off computer→ Stand by pressing a key...
..., you set the power management options. You cannot make the computer exit standby or sleep mode by . Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Using a Battery 63 To enter standby mode in Windows XP, click Start→ Turn off computer→ Stand by pressing a key...
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...the battery to cool to room temperature, then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. Windows Vista Click the Windows Vista Start button , click Control Panel, click System and Maintenance, and then click Power Options... used in the computer for as long as you connect the computer to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber. Using a Battery 65 You can leave the battery in your Dell computer. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from being in a hot ...
...the battery to cool to room temperature, then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. Windows Vista Click the Windows Vista Start button , click Control Panel, click System and Maintenance, and then click Power Options... used in the computer for as long as you connect the computer to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber. Using a Battery 65 You can leave the battery in your Dell computer. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from being in a hot ...
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... in standby or sleep mode, you use it. 66 Using a Battery A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on page 65) before the computer shuts down and loses any unsaved data. To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is turned off...
... in standby or sleep mode, you use it. 66 Using a Battery A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on page 65) before the computer shuts down and loses any unsaved data. To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is turned off...
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... sector or corrupted FAT on page 113). A chip on the hard drive. Correct the settings for the Date and Time options (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board may require recharging. Windows Vista: 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs...not match the system clock. TI M E - Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, try to charge the battery. If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "Using the System Setup Program" on the hard drive. TIME- OF- The reserve ...
... sector or corrupted FAT on page 113). A chip on the hard drive. Correct the settings for the Date and Time options (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board may require recharging. Windows Vista: 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs...not match the system clock. TI M E - Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, try to charge the battery. If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "Using the System Setup Program" on the hard drive. TIME- OF- The reserve ...
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...CA L L Y L O W - Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. 130 Troubleshooting Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN])" on page 203). Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Product Information Guide... card supports this feature. U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E - ExpressCard Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. Insert a disk into the connector. The battery is properly inserted into the drive and try again. Contact...
...CA L L Y L O W - Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. 130 Troubleshooting Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN])" on page 203). Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Product Information Guide... card supports this feature. U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E - ExpressCard Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. Insert a disk into the connector. The battery is properly inserted into the drive and try again. Contact...
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...H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I N TE R F E R E N CE - The battery charge may be defective. Depending on the computer. See "Contacting Dell" on . C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y T E M P E RA T U RE - TE S T THE ELECTRICA L OU TLET - Bypass power protection devices,... is on the computer. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G H T - NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the computer turns on page 203. Check the AC adapter cable connections. Turn off...
...H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I N TE R F E R E N CE - The battery charge may be defective. Depending on the computer. See "Contacting Dell" on . C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y T E M P E RA T U RE - TE S T THE ELECTRICA L OU TLET - Bypass power protection devices,... is on the computer. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G H T - NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the computer turns on page 203. Check the AC adapter cable connections. Turn off...
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... requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it and connect the mouse directly to the computer. Connect the computer to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. If you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it is recommended that you attach an external monitor to your computer. To test... the mouse controller (which affects pointer movement) and the operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 146. TES T THE EL ECTRICAL O UTLET -
... requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it and connect the mouse directly to the computer. Connect the computer to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. If you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it is recommended that you attach an external monitor to your computer. To test... the mouse controller (which affects pointer movement) and the operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 146. TES T THE EL ECTRICAL O UTLET -
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... display. • Remove any spare batteries that you plan to carry with you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on . NOTICE: If the computer has been exposed to extreme temperatures, allow it to acclimate to room temperature for 1 hour ... such as your name, address, and phone number in this file. • Contact your Service Tag and store it in a safe place. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as paper clips, pens, and paper, from the computer or carrying case. 15 Traveling With Your Computer...
... display. • Remove any spare batteries that you plan to carry with you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on . NOTICE: If the computer has been exposed to extreme temperatures, allow it to acclimate to room temperature for 1 hour ... such as your name, address, and phone number in this file. • Contact your Service Tag and store it in a safe place. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as paper clips, pens, and paper, from the computer or carrying case. 15 Traveling With Your Computer...
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...-to speed your computer to prevent loss of your car or in the trunk of data. Send the computer through an X-ray machine or have a charged battery available in case you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as a merchandise passport) from hazards such as extreme temperatures...
...-to speed your computer to prevent loss of your car or in the trunk of data. Send the computer through an X-ray machine or have a charged battery available in case you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as a merchandise passport) from hazards such as extreme temperatures...
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Battery (continued) Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery 0.48 kg (1.06 lb) (9 cell) 0.33 kg (0.7 lb) (6 cell) ... operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions (see "Power Problems" on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) CR-2032 AC Adapter Input...
Battery (continued) Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery 0.48 kg (1.06 lb) (9 cell) 0.33 kg (0.7 lb) (6 cell) ... operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions (see "Power Problems" on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) CR-2032 AC Adapter Input...