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... the QuickSet Icon 44 Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon 44 6 Using a Battery Battery Types 45 Battery Performance 45 Checking the Battery Charge 46 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 46 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 46 Charge Gauge 47 Health Gauge 47 Low-Battery Warning 47 Charging the Battery 47 Storing a Battery 48 7 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Playing a CD or...
... the QuickSet Icon 44 Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon 44 6 Using a Battery Battery Types 45 Battery Performance 45 Checking the Battery Charge 46 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 46 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 46 Charge Gauge 47 Health Gauge 47 Low-Battery Warning 47 Charging the Battery 47 Storing a Battery 48 7 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Playing a CD or...
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... the display. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn on a battery, the light operates as follows: • Solid green: The battery is charging. • Flashing green: The battery is flashing. Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. www.dell.com | support.dell.com D I S P L A Y - Press to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows...
... the display. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn on a battery, the light operates as follows: • Solid green: The battery is charging. • Flashing green: The battery is flashing. Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. www.dell.com | support.dell.com D I S P L A Y - Press to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows...
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... installed, you disconnect the AC adapter cable from overheating. B A Y L A T C H R EL E A S E - Bottom View 1 2 3 4 9 8 5 7 6 1 battery 2 memory module cover 3 battery-bay latch release 4 fan 5 processor and thermal module cover 6 modem/Mini PCI/ wireless cover 7 optical-drive locking screw 8 hard drive 9 battery charge gauge B A T T E R Y - Covers the processor and thermal module. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the...
... installed, you disconnect the AC adapter cable from overheating. B A Y L A T C H R EL E A S E - Bottom View 1 2 3 4 9 8 5 7 6 1 battery 2 memory module cover 3 battery-bay latch release 4 fan 5 processor and thermal module cover 6 modem/Mini PCI/ wireless cover 7 optical-drive locking screw 8 hard drive 9 battery charge gauge B A T T E R Y - Covers the processor and thermal module. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the...
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... page 81. Provides information on page 111. For more information, see page 119. D R I V E L O C K I C A L - For more information, see "Optical Drives" on the battery charge status. O P T I N G S C R E W - For more information, see "Hard Drive" on page 108 and "Hard drive problems" on page 45. 24 A Tour of the drive before any operating ...
... page 81. Provides information on page 111. For more information, see page 119. D R I V E L O C K I C A L - For more information, see "Optical Drives" on the battery charge status. O P T I N G S C R E W - For more information, see "Hard Drive" on page 108 and "Hard drive problems" on page 45. 24 A Tour of the drive before any operating ...
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...devices when AC power is interrupted. A UPS protects against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). The battery charges while AC power is being saved to the hard drive may result in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the ...and power strips equipped with a higher joule rating offers more protection. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for information on battery operating time and to ensure that can occur during electrical storms. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power ...
...devices when AC power is interrupted. A UPS protects against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). The battery charges while AC power is being saved to the hard drive may result in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the ...and power strips equipped with a higher joule rating offers more protection. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for information on battery operating time and to ensure that can occur during electrical storms. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power ...
Owner's Manual
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.... Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. For more information on the hard drive and then completely turning off the computer. Windows XP controls the performance level of the following methods to maximize battery power. Remove and reinsert the card, or...for entering standby mode, turning off the display, and turning off computer, press and hold , and then click Hibernate. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. When the computer exits hibernate mode,...
.... Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. For more information on the hard drive and then completely turning off the computer. Windows XP controls the performance level of the following methods to maximize battery power. Remove and reinsert the card, or...for entering standby mode, turning off the display, and turning off computer, press and hold , and then click Hibernate. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode conserves power by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. When the computer exits hibernate mode,...
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... settings alert you press : - Power Meter Tab The Power Meter tab displays the current power source and amount of battery charge remaining. Enter standby mode. - Enter standby mode. - Enter hibernate mode. - To program these settings. It is recommended that you close the display.... When you press the power button: - Enter hibernate mode. • Select how the computer will respond when you with a message when the battery charge falls below a certain percentage. Advanced Tab The Advanced tab allows you to: • Set power icon and standby mode password options. • ...
... settings alert you press : - Power Meter Tab The Power Meter tab displays the current power source and amount of battery charge remaining. Enter standby mode. - Enter standby mode. - Enter hibernate mode. - To program these settings. It is recommended that you close the display.... When you press the power button: - Enter hibernate mode. • Select how the computer will respond when you with a message when the battery charge falls below a certain percentage. Advanced Tab The Advanced tab allows you to: • Set power icon and standby mode password options. • ...
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... Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty document that you connect your Dell™ portable computer with the AC adapter until the battery is fully charged. To view battery charge status, access the Control Panel→ Power Options→ Power Meter tab. Using a Battery 45 For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate...
... Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty document that you connect your Dell™ portable computer with the AC adapter until the battery is fully charged. To view battery charge status, access the Control Panel→ Power Options→ Power Meter tab. Using a Battery 45 For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate...
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... check the Power Meter, double-click the icon on the battery charge. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the taskbar. The Battery Meter window displays status, charge level, and charge completion time for advice on page 39. The computer...
... check the Power Meter, double-click the icon on the battery charge. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the taskbar. The Battery Meter window displays status, charge level, and charge completion time for advice on page 39. The computer...
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If the battery runs completely out of the total battery charge. Charging the Battery NOTE: Without Dell™ ExpressCharge™, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged 6-cell battery in approximately 2 hours and a 9-cell battery in a hot environment, the battery may not charge when you connect the computer to illuminate the charge-level lights. Disconnect the computer from overcharging. Health Gauge The battery operating time...
If the battery runs completely out of the total battery charge. Charging the Battery NOTE: Without Dell™ ExpressCharge™, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged 6-cell battery in approximately 2 hours and a 9-cell battery in a hot environment, the battery may not charge when you connect the computer to illuminate the charge-level lights. Disconnect the computer from overcharging. Health Gauge The battery operating time...
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...system setup program does not match the system clock. If the problem persists, try again. See "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. Correct the settings for instructions. X : \ I S N O T A C C E ...- Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the system board may be loose. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to charge the battery. Otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer. 86 Solving ...
...system setup program does not match the system clock. If the problem persists, try again. See "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. Correct the settings for instructions. X : \ I S N O T A C C E ...- Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Windows Help and Support Center" on the system board may be loose. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to charge the battery. Otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer. 86 Solving ...
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...that the card is properly inserted into both the network connector on page 112). • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 77). CHECK THE EXPRESSCA RD - Contact Dell. Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer and the network jack. NOTE: For ...blinking, the computer is firmly inserted into the connector. Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. CHECK THE POWER LI GHT - The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to verify that your network settings are following the memory installation ...
...that the card is properly inserted into both the network connector on page 112). • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see page 77). CHECK THE EXPRESSCA RD - Contact Dell. Power Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the computer and the network jack. NOTE: For ...blinking, the computer is firmly inserted into the connector. Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. CHECK THE POWER LI GHT - The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to verify that your network settings are following the memory installation ...
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... nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other Dell™ portable computers can hold a charge) decreases over time. If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is designed to an electrical outlet. If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is on page 41. Ensure that the computer...
... nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other Dell™ portable computers can hold a charge) decreases over time. If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is designed to an electrical outlet. If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is on page 41. Ensure that the computer...
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..., and turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using a battery to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it with another device, such as a lamp. Search ...THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE, CHECK THE TOUCH PAD - 1 Shut down the computer. CHECK THE AC AD APTER - Solving Problems 95 CHECK THE BATTERY - If you attach an external monitor to verify that the computer turns on. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that requires a higher ...
..., and turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using a battery to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it with another device, such as a lamp. Search ...THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE, CHECK THE TOUCH PAD - 1 Shut down the computer. CHECK THE AC AD APTER - Solving Problems 95 CHECK THE BATTERY - If you attach an external monitor to verify that the computer turns on. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that requires a higher ...
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... can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. Battery Type Dimensions: Depth 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...206.8 mm (8.14 inches) 0.48 kg (1.06 lb) (9 cell) 0.32 kg (0.7 lb) (6 cell) 11.1 VDC 2 hours Battery operating time varies depending on battery life. 500 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°...
... can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. Battery Type Dimensions: Depth 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...206.8 mm (8.14 inches) 0.48 kg (1.06 lb) (9 cell) 0.32 kg (0.7 lb) (6 cell) 11.1 VDC 2 hours Battery operating time varies depending on battery life. 500 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°...
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... and try again. 4 When the boot device list appears, highlight the device from the computer or carrying case. Appendix 139 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. The next time you . Place information such as possible, replace any devices installed in the module bay with ... Service Tag if you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to carry with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any spare batteries that you to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. Performing a One-Time Boot You can set...
... and try again. 4 When the boot device list appears, highlight the device from the computer or carrying case. Appendix 139 When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. The next time you . Place information such as possible, replace any devices installed in the module bay with ... Service Tag if you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to carry with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any spare batteries that you to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. Performing a One-Time Boot You can set...
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... regulations of portable computers. Send the computer through a metal detector. www.dell.com | support.dell.com • Shut down the computer. • Disconnect the AC adapter. Traveling by Air NOTICE: Do not walk the computer through an X-ray machine or have a charged battery available in an overhead storage compartment. Travel Tips NOTICE: Do not...
... regulations of portable computers. Send the computer through a metal detector. www.dell.com | support.dell.com • Shut down the computer. • Disconnect the AC adapter. Traveling by Air NOTICE: Do not walk the computer through an X-ray machine or have a charged battery available in an overhead storage compartment. Travel Tips NOTICE: Do not...
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... included with your portable computer. A AC - ACPI - AGP - antivirus software - A program designed to identify, quarantine, and/or delete viruses from which a portable computer battery is damaged or your computer has a virus, ensure that you always have a bootable CD or floppy disk available. APR - alert standards format - A standard to each...drive regularly. Unless you to conveniently use to be depleted and recharged. bit - Specifies the order of time (minutes or hours) that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. bps -
... included with your portable computer. A AC - ACPI - AGP - antivirus software - A program designed to identify, quarantine, and/or delete viruses from which a portable computer battery is damaged or your computer has a virus, ensure that you always have a bootable CD or floppy disk available. APR - alert standards format - A standard to each...drive regularly. Unless you to conveniently use to be depleted and recharged. bit - Specifies the order of time (minutes or hours) that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. bps -
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... memory card reader, 71 A audio connectors, 20 audio device connecting, 55 enabling, 64 audio. See sound B battery charge gauge, 47 charging, 47 checking the charge, 46 description, 23 health gauge, 47 installing, 108 life expectancy, 39 low-battery warning, 47 low-charge warning, 43 performance, 45 power conservation, 39 power meter, 46 removing, 108 storing, 48... power options, 42 copying CDs general information, 52 helpful tips, 54 how to, 52 copying DVDs general information, 52 helpful tips, 54 how to, 52 D Dell contacting, 145 support policy, 142 support site, 13 Index 175
... memory card reader, 71 A audio connectors, 20 audio device connecting, 55 enabling, 64 audio. See sound B battery charge gauge, 47 charging, 47 checking the charge, 46 description, 23 health gauge, 47 installing, 108 life expectancy, 39 low-battery warning, 47 low-charge warning, 43 performance, 45 power conservation, 39 power meter, 46 removing, 108 storing, 48... power options, 42 copying CDs general information, 52 helpful tips, 54 how to, 52 copying DVDs general information, 52 helpful tips, 54 how to, 52 D Dell contacting, 145 support policy, 142 support site, 13 Index 175