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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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... 27). 24 About Your Computer DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS The blue lights located to indicate battery charge status. To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on when the computer reads or writes data. Battery status light - Turns on when wireless networking is flashing. NOTICE: To avoid loss of...
... 27). 24 About Your Computer DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS The blue lights located to indicate battery charge status. To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on when the computer reads or writes data. Battery status light - Turns on when wireless networking is flashing. NOTICE: To avoid loss of...
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...T O N S - Mute the sound. Turns on when an internal card with your computer. To turn off ). - Flashing blue: The battery is enabled. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is low. - Provides the functionality of a mouse (see "wireless switch" on the display (see the documentation that came ...page 27). NOTE: The internal card with your card. Solid blue: The battery is critically low. Solid amber: The battery charge is charging. - Flashing amber: The battery charge is turned off only the Bluetooth wireless technology functionality, right-click the icon in...
...T O N S - Mute the sound. Turns on when an internal card with your computer. To turn off ). - Flashing blue: The battery is enabled. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is low. - Provides the functionality of a mouse (see "wireless switch" on the display (see the documentation that came ...page 27). NOTE: The internal card with your card. Solid blue: The battery is critically low. Solid amber: The battery charge is charging. - Flashing amber: The battery charge is turned off only the Bluetooth wireless technology functionality, right-click the icon in...
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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. C O N S U M E R I R S E N S O R - 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 -
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. C O N S U M E R I R S E N S O R - 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 -
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C E L L B A T T E R Y C O V E R - C A R D C O V E R - B A T T E R Y - B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S - H A R D D R I N - Provides information on the battery charge (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 56 for instructions). When a battery is installed, you can damage the computer or cause a fire. Releases the battery (see "Adding and Replacing Parts" on when the computer gets hot. The computer turns the fan on page 153. M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I V E - R I - M I N I G H T S P E A K E R - Fan noise is running. B A T T E R Y C H A ...
C E L L B A T T E R Y C O V E R - C A R D C O V E R - B A T T E R Y - B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S - H A R D D R I N - Provides information on the battery charge (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 56 for instructions). When a battery is installed, you can damage the computer or cause a fire. Releases the battery (see "Adding and Replacing Parts" on when the computer gets hot. The computer turns the fan on page 153. M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I V E - R I - M I N I G H T S P E A K E R - Fan noise is running. B A T T E R Y C H A ...
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... to a UPS. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to a separate power strip that the device is interrupted. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while ...Setting Up Your Computer Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. A UPS protects against power interruptions.
... to a UPS. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to a separate power strip that the device is interrupted. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while ...Setting Up Your Computer Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. A UPS protects against power interruptions.
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... for your computer, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 54 for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is fully charged. NOTE: Because the battery may need to , the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. • Using...
... for your computer, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 54 for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is fully charged. NOTE: Because the battery may need to , the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. • Using...
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... or • Press The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in the Product Information Guide). The battery is low. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Replace the battery only with extreme care. Damaged batteries may increase the risk of a lithium-ion battery (see "Battery Disposal" in your computer...
... or • Press The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in the Product Information Guide). The battery is low. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Replace the battery only with extreme care. Damaged batteries may increase the risk of a lithium-ion battery (see "Battery Disposal" in your computer...
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...-click the QuickSet icon in the notification area, and then click Help. To check the battery meter, double-click the icon in one of its charge remaining, four of Using a Battery 53 If no lights appear, the battery is in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon, and then click Help...
...-click the QuickSet icon in the notification area, and then click Help. To check the battery meter, double-click the icon in one of its charge remaining, four of Using a Battery 53 If no lights appear, the battery is in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon, and then click Help...
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... at a critically low level. The computer enters Sleep state when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. You can use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power Options to configure the power management settings on your computer. • For information on how to optimize ... to an electrical outlet. Configuring Power Management Settings You can change the settings for the battery alarms in the notification area, click Help, and then select Power Management. 54 Using a Battery the charge capacity remains, and you leave the computer unattended for long periods of time (see "Using...
... at a critically low level. The computer enters Sleep state when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. You can use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power Options to configure the power management settings on your computer. • For information on how to optimize ... to an electrical outlet. Configuring Power Management Settings You can change the settings for the battery alarms in the notification area, click Help, and then select Power Management. 54 Using a Battery the charge capacity remains, and you leave the computer unattended for long periods of time (see "Using...
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...You can leave the battery in the Select a power plan window. or • Click the icon in the notification area, click Power Options, and then select a plan in the computer for as long as you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use one ...of the following : • Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Power Options, and then select a power plan in Sleep state, it may lose data. Charging the Battery NOTE: Charge time is longer with the computer turned ...
...You can leave the battery in the Select a power plan window. or • Click the icon in the notification area, click Power Options, and then select a plan in the computer for as long as you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use one ...of the following : • Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Power Options, and then select a power plan in Sleep state, it may lose data. Charging the Battery NOTE: Charge time is longer with the computer turned ...
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... down and loses any other external cables from other computers with your Dell computer. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. The battery is too hot to avoid possible connector damage. For more information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 129. NOTICE: You must remove all...
... down and loses any other external cables from other computers with your Dell computer. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. The battery is too hot to avoid possible connector damage. For more information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 129. NOTICE: You must remove all...
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Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it latches into the bay until it . 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. 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.
Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it latches into the bay until it . 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. 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.
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... may be malfunctioning. The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 205). If the problem persists, try to charge the battery. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to restore the data... A Y C L O C K L O S T P O W E R - O F-D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - D A Y N O T S E T - P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - Run the Windows error-checking utility to charge the battery. Troubleshooting 121 Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board may require recharging.
... may be malfunctioning. The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 205). If the problem persists, try to charge the battery. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to restore the data... A Y C L O C K L O S T P O W E R - O F-D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - D A Y N O T S E T - P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - Run the Windows error-checking utility to charge the battery. Troubleshooting 121 Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board may require recharging.
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... NOT PROVIDED BY DELL - CHECK THE EXPRESSCARD - P R O V I B L E . Contact Dell (see "Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN])" on page 129. X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I D E D E X P R E S S C A R D - The battery is properly inserted into... may be listed. T H E D E V I C E I N D O W S - Insert a disk into the connector. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to an electrical outlet; otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer. ExpressCard Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. C H E C K T H A T T H E C A R D I S R E C O G N I Z E D...
... NOT PROVIDED BY DELL - CHECK THE EXPRESSCARD - P R O V I B L E . Contact Dell (see "Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN])" on page 129. X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I D E D E X P R E S S C A R D - The battery is properly inserted into... may be listed. T H E D E V I C E I N D O W S - Insert a disk into the connector. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to an electrical outlet; otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer. ExpressCard Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. C H E C K T H A T T H E C A R D I S R E C O G N I Z E D...
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... extension cables to room temperature. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. NOTE: For information on the Sleep power state, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 195. If the battery status light rapidly flashes amber, the battery may be defective. See "Contacting Dell" on page 54. EL I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E - Ensure...
... extension cables to room temperature. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. NOTE: For information on the Sleep power state, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 195. If the battery status light rapidly flashes amber, the battery may be defective. See "Contacting Dell" on page 54. EL I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E - Ensure...
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CHECK THE BATTERY - If you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it . Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a program that requires a higher resolution... pointer movement) and the operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 138. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using a battery to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Troubleshooting 135 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 S - Ensure that the electrical outlet is recommended that the ...
CHECK THE BATTERY - If you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it . Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a program that requires a higher resolution... pointer movement) and the operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 138. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using a battery to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Troubleshooting 135 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 S - Ensure that the electrical outlet is recommended that the ...
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...carrying case. Packing the Computer • Remove any external devices attached to the computer and store them in a safe place. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as your name, address, and phone number in this file. • Contact your Service Tag and store ... before turning it offers coded identification tags. Use the Service Tag if you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on . Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer • Attach a name tag or business card to the computer. ...
...carrying case. Packing the Computer • Remove any external devices attached to the computer and store them in a safe place. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as your name, address, and phone number in this file. • Contact your Service Tag and store ... before turning it offers coded identification tags. Use the Service Tag if you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on . Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer • Attach a name tag or business card to the computer. ...
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...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 the computer. • Prior to entering the airplane, verify... electronic devices during takeoff and landing. 188 Traveling With Your Computer • Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from your government. • Find out what type of electrical outlets are ... are used in the countries you will visit, and have a charged battery available in an overhead storage compartment.
...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 the computer. • Prior to entering the airplane, verify... electronic devices during takeoff and landing. 188 Traveling With Your Computer • Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from your government. • Find out what type of electrical outlets are ... are used in the countries you will visit, and have a charged battery available in an overhead storage compartment.
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... page 51 for more information on page 129). Battery (continued) Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated ... 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...
... page 51 for more information on page 129). Battery (continued) Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated ... 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...