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... Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. If you how to avoid the problem. Reproduction in this document to change without the written permission of your desktop, or click the Start button, click Help and Support Center, and then click User and system guides). Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are not...
... Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. If you how to avoid the problem. Reproduction in this document to change without the written permission of your desktop, or click the Start button, click Help and Support Center, and then click User and system guides). Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are not...
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Contents CAUTION: Safety Instructions 5 General 5 Power 6 Battery 7 Air Travel 8 EMC Instructions 8 California Residents 8 When Using Your Computer 9 Ergonomic Computing Habits 10 When Working Inside Your Computer 10 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 11 Battery Disposal 11 Finding Information and Assistance 12 Setting Up Your Computer 14 About Your Computer 16 Front View 17 Left Side View 18 Right Side View 19 Back View 20 Bottom View 21 Removing a Battery 22 Installing a Battery 22 Running the Dell Diagnostics 23 Regulatory Notices 24 Contents 3
Contents CAUTION: Safety Instructions 5 General 5 Power 6 Battery 7 Air Travel 8 EMC Instructions 8 California Residents 8 When Using Your Computer 9 Ergonomic Computing Habits 10 When Working Inside Your Computer 10 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 11 Battery Disposal 11 Finding Information and Assistance 12 Setting Up Your Computer 14 About Your Computer 16 Front View 17 Left Side View 18 Right Side View 19 Back View 20 Bottom View 21 Removing a Battery 22 Installing a Battery 22 Running the Dell Diagnostics 23 Regulatory Notices 24 Contents 3
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... installation instructions closely. • If you are a trained service technician. Also, do not use it to run the computer or to service the computer yourself unless you use your computer in a wet environment, for extended periods of time. Use care when handling the adapter during normal operation (particularly when AC power is turned on. General • Do not attempt to charge the battery...
... installation instructions closely. • If you are a trained service technician. Also, do not use it to run the computer or to service the computer yourself unless you use your computer in a wet environment, for extended periods of time. Use care when handling the adapter during normal operation (particularly when AC power is turned on. General • Do not attempt to charge the battery...
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... an electrical storm unless all power sources, turn the computer off, remove the battery pack, and disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. Do not use with the AC adapter power cable. 6 System Information Guide If you use a power extension cable, use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may cause a fire or explosion. • Before you open the memory module/Mini PCI card/modem cover on the bottom of...
... an electrical storm unless all power sources, turn the computer off, remove the battery pack, and disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. Do not use with the AC adapter power cable. 6 System Information Guide If you use a power extension cable, use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may cause a fire or explosion. • Before you open the memory module/Mini PCI card/modem cover on the bottom of...
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... sure that nothing rests on . • If you are approved for use caution when plugging the AC adapter's power cable into the mating ground contact of your local waste disposal agency for disposal instructions. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of the power plug is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may increase...
... sure that nothing rests on . • If you are approved for use caution when plugging the AC adapter's power cable into the mating ground contact of your local waste disposal agency for disposal instructions. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of the power plug is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may increase...
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... and landing. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) Air Travel • Certain Federal Aviation Administration regulations and/or airline-specific restrictions may apply to the operation of your Dell computer while you touch any of your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module. In order to best comply with all instructions provided by touching an unpainted metal surface...
... and landing. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) Air Travel • Certain Federal Aviation Administration regulations and/or airline-specific restrictions may apply to the operation of your Dell computer while you touch any of your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module. In order to best comply with all instructions provided by touching an unpainted metal surface...
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... pins. • When preparing to remove a memory module from the system board or disconnect a device from the computer, wrap the drive in case you connect a cable make sure both connectors are asked to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, and then wait 5 seconds before proceeding to help avoid possible damage to the system board. When Using Your Computer Observe the following...
... pins. • When preparing to remove a memory module from the system board or disconnect a device from the computer, wrap the drive in case you connect a cable make sure both connectors are asked to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, and then wait 5 seconds before proceeding to help avoid possible damage to the system board. When Using Your Computer Observe the following...
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... display. For comfort and efficiency, observe the ergonomic guidelines in your User's Guide for continuous operation as office equipment. When Working Inside Your Computer Before removing or installing memory modules, Mini PCI cards, or modems, perform the following these procedures, you confirm that you should ever access the inside of your online User's Guide when setting up and using your computer is not operating properly, contact Dell...
... display. For comfort and efficiency, observe the ergonomic guidelines in your User's Guide for continuous operation as office equipment. When Working Inside Your Computer Before removing or installing memory modules, Mini PCI cards, or modems, perform the following these procedures, you confirm that you should ever access the inside of your online User's Guide when setting up and using your computer is not operating properly, contact Dell...
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As you work inside your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module. For instructions about replacing the lithium-ion battery in your computer, see "Removing a Battery" later in this document and "Using a Battery" in a static-safe area. Contact your online User's Guide. When Using Your Computer (continued) 4 Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the battery along with household waste. Just before...
As you work inside your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module. For instructions about replacing the lithium-ion battery in your computer, see "Removing a Battery" later in this document and "Using a Battery" in a static-safe area. Contact your online User's Guide. When Using Your Computer (continued) 4 Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the battery along with household waste. Just before...
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... with your computer. You will need the Product Key (or Product ID) number to make selections appropriate for your computer. Use the pull-down menu to complete the operating system setup. Resource Contents Drivers and Utilities CD • Dell Diagnostics • Drivers • Utilities • Computer and device documentation Service and Registration Labels • Express Service Code and Service Tag Sequence • Product Key (also called the Product ID...
... with your computer. You will need the Product Key (or Product ID) number to make selections appropriate for your computer. Use the pull-down menu to complete the operating system setup. Resource Contents Drivers and Utilities CD • Dell Diagnostics • Drivers • Utilities • Computer and device documentation Service and Registration Labels • Express Service Code and Service Tag Sequence • Product Key (also called the Product ID...
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... general usage, installation, and troubleshooting questions (Ask Dudley, Dell Knowledge Base) • Access documentation about your computer • Searchable database Dell Premier Support website • Service call status • Top technical issues by product • Frequently asked questions by product number • Customized service tags • System configuration detail Using the Resource Go to the Premier Support program. System Infor mation Guide 13
... general usage, installation, and troubleshooting questions (Ask Dudley, Dell Knowledge Base) • Access documentation about your computer • Searchable database Dell Premier Support website • Service call status • Top technical issues by product • Frequently asked questions by product number • Customized service tags • System configuration detail Using the Resource Go to the Premier Support program. System Infor mation Guide 13
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www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer 1 Unpack the accessories box. 2 Set aside the contents of the accessories box, which you have ordered. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector and to complete the setup of your computer. The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) you will need to the electrical outlet. 14 System Infor mation Guide
www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer 1 Unpack the accessories box. 2 Set aside the contents of the accessories box, which you have ordered. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector and to complete the setup of your computer. The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) you will need to the electrical outlet. 14 System Infor mation Guide
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4 Open the computer display and press the power button to turn on and shut down at least once. 1 1 power button System Infor mation Guide 15 NOTE: Do not dock the computer until it has been turned on the computer.
4 Open the computer display and press the power button to turn on and shut down at least once. 1 1 power button System Infor mation Guide 15 NOTE: Do not dock the computer until it has been turned on the computer.
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.../100 Ethernet LOM network adapter. Performing certain types of operations can expect from 3 to 4 hours of operating life from a single fully loaded battery with this document. For information on using a docking device with average usage. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com About Your Computer See your online User's Guide for Your Computer" in the "Solving Problems" section of the User's Guide. • Module bay devices: For information...
.../100 Ethernet LOM network adapter. Performing certain types of operations can expect from 3 to 4 hours of operating life from a single fully loaded battery with this document. For information on using a docking device with average usage. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com About Your Computer See your online User's Guide for Your Computer" in the "Solving Problems" section of the User's Guide. • Module bay devices: For information...
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Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 3 14 13 4 12 5 6 11 7 10 9 8 1 display latch 8 module bay 2 display 9 touch pad 3 keyboard status lights 10 battery bay 4 air vent 11 track stick/touch pad buttons 5 keyboard 12 track stick 6 microphone 13 power button 7 device status lights 14 AccessDirect button System Infor mation Guide 17 Front View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Do not store your computer in the air vents.
Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 3 14 13 4 12 5 6 11 7 10 9 8 1 display latch 8 module bay 2 display 9 touch pad 3 keyboard status lights 10 battery bay 4 air vent 11 track stick/touch pad buttons 5 keyboard 12 track stick 6 microphone 13 power button 7 device status lights 14 AccessDirect button System Infor mation Guide 17 Front View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Do not store your computer in the air vents.
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www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Back View NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before you disconnect an external device. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 1 fan 2 serial connector 3 parallel connector 4 docking connector 5 fan 6 PS/2 connector 7 USB connector 8 video connector 9 AC adapter connector 20 System Infor mation Guide CAUTION: Do not...
www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Back View NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before you disconnect an external device. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 1 fan 2 serial connector 3 parallel connector 4 docking connector 5 fan 6 PS/2 connector 7 USB connector 8 video connector 9 AC adapter connector 20 System Infor mation Guide CAUTION: Do not...
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Bottom View 1 2 3 1 Mini PCI card, modem, and memory module cover 2 device latch releases 3 docking device latch System Infor mation Guide 21
Bottom View 1 2 3 1 Mini PCI card, modem, and memory module cover 2 device latch releases 3 docking device latch System Infor mation Guide 21
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Disconnect the modem from the telephone wall jack. 1 If the computer is turned off, suspended in standby mode, you have up to 4 minutes to an electrical outlet. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Removing a Battery NOTICE: If you choose to replace the battery with the computer in a power management mode, or connected to complete the battery replacement before the computer shuts down and loses any unsaved...
Disconnect the modem from the telephone wall jack. 1 If the computer is turned off, suspended in standby mode, you have up to 4 minutes to an electrical outlet. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Removing a Battery NOTICE: If you choose to replace the battery with the computer in a power management mode, or connected to complete the battery replacement before the computer shuts down and loses any unsaved...
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... online User's Guide. to retest the component that perform initial testing on your Drivers and Utilities CD. For information on these help tools, see "Getting Help" in your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you call Dell technical support; Running the Dell Diagnostics Dell provides a number of the problem and to help you solve it . 3 Connect...
... online User's Guide. to retest the component that perform initial testing on your Drivers and Utilities CD. For information on these help tools, see "Getting Help" in your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell. If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you call Dell technical support; Running the Dell Diagnostics Dell provides a number of the problem and to help you solve it . 3 Connect...
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... free space or conducted along with unintentional radiators such as digital devices, including computers, contribute to the electromagnetic environment. These licensed services, along power ...Menu. The sections specific to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on different branch circuits. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com 6 After the Dell Diagnostics loads, the Diagnostics Menu appears. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and reboot the computer, either type , or highlight Exit and press . To select an option, highlight the option and press , or press the key...
... free space or conducted along with unintentional radiators such as digital devices, including computers, contribute to the electromagnetic environment. These licensed services, along power ...Menu. The sections specific to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on different branch circuits. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com 6 After the Dell Diagnostics loads, the Diagnostics Menu appears. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and reboot the computer, either type , or highlight Exit and press . To select an option, highlight the option and press , or press the key...
