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6 Using a Battery 51 Battery Performance 51 Checking the Battery Charge 52 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 52 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 53 Charge Gauge 53 Low-Battery Warning 54 Conserving Battery Power 54 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 54 Using the Sleep Power State 55 Charging the Battery 55 Replacing the Battery 56 Storing a Battery 57 7 Using Multimedia 59 Playing Media 59 Playing Media...
6 Using a Battery 51 Battery Performance 51 Checking the Battery Charge 52 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 52 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 53 Charge Gauge 53 Low-Battery Warning 54 Conserving Battery Power 54 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 54 Using the Sleep Power State 55 Charging the Battery 55 Replacing the Battery 56 Storing a Battery 57 7 Using Multimedia 59 Playing Media 59 Playing Media...
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... management mode. Turns on the computer, and blinks when the computer is enabled. WiFi status light - DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS The blue lights located to indicate battery charge status. Turns on when you turn on steadily or blinks to the right of data, never turn off the computer while the light is flashing...
... management mode. Turns on the computer, and blinks when the computer is enabled. WiFi status light - DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS The blue lights located to indicate battery charge status. Turns on when you turn on steadily or blinks to the right of data, never turn off the computer while the light is flashing...
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... the volume down. For more information, see "Touch Pad" on a mouse when you ordered the card with Bluetooth wireless technology is charging. - Off: The battery is an optional feature. About Your Computer 25 light operates as follows: - T O U C H P A D - Provides the...Player playback. NOTE: The internal card with your computer. Flashing blue: The battery is low. - Flashing amber: The battery charge is almost fully charged. - M E D I A C O N T R O L B U T T O N S - Play the next track. Solid blue: The battery is enabled. Bluetooth® status light -
... the volume down. For more information, see "Touch Pad" on a mouse when you ordered the card with Bluetooth wireless technology is charging. - Off: The battery is an optional feature. About Your Computer 25 light operates as follows: - T O U C H P A D - Provides the...Player playback. NOTE: The internal card with your computer. Flashing blue: The battery is low. - Flashing amber: The battery charge is almost fully charged. - M E D I A C O N T R O L B U T T O N S - Play the next track. Solid blue: The battery is enabled. Bluetooth® status light -
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To adjust the volume of the integrated speaker, press the volume control buttons or the mute button. Receives the signal from the Dell travel remote controller for basic multimedia navigation control. About Your Computer 33 Bottom View 1 10 9 8 2 3 4 7 6 5 1 left speaker 3 memory module/coin-cell battery cover 5 Mini-Card cover 7 battery charge/health gauge 9 air vents 2 consumer IR sensor 4 right speaker 6 battery 8 battery release latches (2) 10 hard drive L E F T S P E A K E R - C O N S U M E R I R S E N S O R -
To adjust the volume of the integrated speaker, press the volume control buttons or the mute button. Receives the signal from the Dell travel remote controller for basic multimedia navigation control. About Your Computer 33 Bottom View 1 10 9 8 2 3 4 7 6 5 1 left speaker 3 memory module/coin-cell battery cover 5 Mini-Card cover 7 battery charge/health gauge 9 air vents 2 consumer IR sensor 4 right speaker 6 battery 8 battery release latches (2) 10 hard drive L E F T S P E A K E R - C O N S U M E R I R S E N S O R -
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... 52). The computer turns the fan on page 179). Stores software and data. 34 About Your Computer For additional information, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 51). When a battery is running. B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S - The computer uses... or cause a fire. H A R D D R I G H T S P E A K E R - R I V E - M I N I N - C E L L B A T T E R Y C O V E R - Provides information on the battery charge (see "Adding and Replacing Parts" on page 56 for instructions). CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to create airflow through the...
... 52). The computer turns the fan on page 179). Stores software and data. 34 About Your Computer For additional information, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 51). When a battery is running. B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S - The computer uses... or cause a fire. H A R D D R I G H T S P E A K E R - R I V E - M I N I N - C E L L B A T T E R Y C O V E R - Provides information on the battery charge (see "Adding and Replacing Parts" on page 56 for instructions). CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to create airflow through the...
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...protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is interrupted. The battery charges while AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 44 Setting Up Your Computer See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on... battery operating time and to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to a separate power strip that the device ...
...protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is interrupted. The battery charges while AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 44 Setting Up Your Computer See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on... battery operating time and to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to a separate power strip that the device ...
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... power management settings). NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use the computer. Battery operating time varies depending on how often the battery is used , you may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to connect your Dell™ portable computer with your...Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to media. Operating time is used and the conditions under which you can hold a charge) decreases over the battery icon in the battery bay. To view battery charge status, ...
... power management settings). NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use the computer. Battery operating time varies depending on how often the battery is used , you may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to connect your Dell™ portable computer with your...Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to media. Operating time is used and the conditions under which you can hold a charge) decreases over the battery icon in the battery bay. To view battery charge status, ...
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... using any one of fire or explosion. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on your computer. 52 Using a Battery Do not use batteries from other computers with extreme care. Keep the battery away from Dell. The battery is low. CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with a compatible battery purchased from children. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or...
... using any one of fire or explosion. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on your computer. 52 Using a Battery Do not use batteries from other computers with extreme care. Keep the battery away from Dell. The battery is low. CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with a compatible battery purchased from children. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or...
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Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter The battery meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the battery meter, double-click the icon in Dell QuickSet. Check the Battery Health NOTE: You can check battery health in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge on , the battery has no charge. For information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in...
Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter The battery meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the battery meter, double-click the icon in Dell QuickSet. Check the Battery Health NOTE: You can check battery health in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge on , the battery has no charge. For information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in...
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... the following: • Connect the computer to use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power Options to configure the power management settings on how to an electrical outlet when possible; The computer enters Sleep state when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. Conserving Battery Power To conserve battery power on your computer. • For information...
... the following: • Connect the computer to use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power Options to configure the power management settings on how to an electrical outlet when possible; The computer enters Sleep state when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. Conserving Battery Power To conserve battery power on your computer. • For information...
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... • Depending on . The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging. • To use Windows Power Options, do one of the following methods: • Press the power button. • Close the display. • Press . You can leave the battery in the computer for as long as... options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to your previous work to your computer loses AC and battery power while in the Select a power plan window. Using a Battery 55 Charging the Battery NOTE: Charge time is longer with the computer turned ...
... • Depending on . The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging. • To use Windows Power Options, do one of the following methods: • Press the power button. • Close the display. • Press . You can leave the battery in the computer for as long as... options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to your previous work to your computer loses AC and battery power while in the Select a power plan window. Using a Battery 55 Charging the Battery NOTE: Charge time is longer with the computer turned ...
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... electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not charge when you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is hot from other external cables from Dell. The battery is connected to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber...
... electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not charge when you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is hot from other external cables from Dell. The battery is connected to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber...
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4 Slide and click the battery release latches to keep them open. 5 Slide the battery out of time. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on page 55) before you store your computer for an extended period of the bay. 1 2 1 battery 2 battery release latches (2) To replace the battery, slide the battery into place. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it latches into the bay until it . Using a Battery 57 A battery discharges during prolonged storage.
4 Slide and click the battery release latches to keep them open. 5 Slide the battery out of time. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on page 55) before you store your computer for an extended period of the bay. 1 2 1 battery 2 battery release latches (2) To replace the battery, slide the battery into place. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it latches into the bay until it . Using a Battery 57 A battery discharges during prolonged storage.
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... system cannot find a specific track on the hard drive. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. The reserve battery that supports the system configuration settings may be malfunctioning. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Using the System Setup Program" on the system board may require recharging. O F - A chip on page...
... system cannot find a specific track on the hard drive. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. The reserve battery that supports the system configuration settings may be malfunctioning. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Using the System Setup Program" on the system board may require recharging. O F - A chip on page...
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...CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I B L E . X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I T H A D E L L - The battery is properly inserted into the drive ...the card will be loose. P R O V I N D O W S - IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH AN EXPRESSCARD NOT PROVIDED BY DELL - If the card supports this feature. Also, for Mobile Broadband (WWAN) ExpressCards, see "Contacting Dell" on page 129. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to an electrical outlet; Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. 122 Troubleshooting C H E C K T H A T T ...
...CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I B L E . X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I T H A D E L L - The battery is properly inserted into the drive ...the card will be loose. P R O V I N D O W S - IF YOU HAVE PROBLEMS WITH AN EXPRESSCARD NOT PROVIDED BY DELL - If the card supports this feature. Also, for Mobile Broadband (WWAN) ExpressCards, see "Contacting Dell" on page 129. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to an electrical outlet; Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. 122 Troubleshooting C H E C K T H A T T ...
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... disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet, and then let the battery and computer cool to exit Sleep state. See "Contacting Dell" on page 54. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and extension cables to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. CHECK THE POWER LIGHT - ... not start. If the light is used , you may need to verify that the light is low or depleted. C HARGE THE BATTERY - The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. NOTE...
... disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet, and then let the battery and computer cool to exit Sleep state. See "Contacting Dell" on page 54. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and extension cables to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. CHECK THE POWER LIGHT - ... not start. If the light is used , you may need to verify that the light is low or depleted. C HARGE THE BATTERY - The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. NOTE...
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... than your computer supports, it is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. If you are using a battery to an electrical outlet using the AC adapter, and then turn on page 138. Ensure that the electrical outlet is recommended that the... in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it and connect the mouse directly to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I N G ...
... than your computer supports, it is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. If you are using a battery to an electrical outlet using the AC adapter, and then turn on page 138. Ensure that the electrical outlet is recommended that the... in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it and connect the mouse directly to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I N G ...
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...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 shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food. NOTICE: When the display is closed, extraneous items on . Traveling... and its accessories together safely. • Avoid packing the computer with you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop called if_found. Use the Service Tag if you . • Shut down...
...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 shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food. NOTICE: When the display is closed, extraneous items on . Traveling... and its accessories together safely. • Avoid packing the computer with you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop called if_found. Use the Service Tag if you . • Shut down...
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...from your government. • Find out what type of electrical outlets are used in the countries you will visit, and have a charged battery available in an overhead storage compartment. NOTICE: Do not check the computer as extreme temperatures and overexposure to sunlight, dirt, dust, or...wireless activity, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on page 27). • Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 54). • If you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or ...
...from your government. • Find out what type of electrical outlets are used in the countries you will visit, and have a charged battery available in an overhead storage compartment. NOTICE: Do not check the computer as extreme temperatures and overexposure to sunlight, dirt, dust, or...wireless activity, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on page 27). • Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 54). • If you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or ...
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See sound B battery charge gauge, 53 charging, 55 checking the charge, 52 performance, 51 power meter, 53 removing, 56 replacing coin-cell battery, 182 storing, 57 blanks ExpressCards, 85, 89 removing, 87, 90 Bluetooth wireless technology card device status light, 25 installing, 181 boot ... problems, 114 drive problems, 113 Check Disk, 114 cleaning display, 208 keyboard, 208 media, 210 mouse, 209 touch pad, 209 coin-cell battery replacing, 182 computer crashes, 125-126 restore to previous operating state, 148 slow performance, 116, 127 specifications, 197 stops responding, 125 Index 233...
See sound B battery charge gauge, 53 charging, 55 checking the charge, 52 performance, 51 power meter, 53 removing, 56 replacing coin-cell battery, 182 storing, 57 blanks ExpressCards, 85, 89 removing, 87, 90 Bluetooth wireless technology card device status light, 25 installing, 181 boot ... problems, 114 drive problems, 113 Check Disk, 114 cleaning display, 208 keyboard, 208 media, 210 mouse, 209 touch pad, 209 coin-cell battery replacing, 182 computer crashes, 125-126 restore to previous operating state, 148 slow performance, 116, 127 specifications, 197 stops responding, 125 Index 233...