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... Key Combinations 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 38 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 Power Management Modes 41 Configuring Power Management Settings 43...
... Key Combinations 37 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 38 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 Power Management Modes 41 Configuring Power Management Settings 43...
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... computer is flashing. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn on when you turn off ). • Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. • Solid orange: The battery charge is almost fully charged. If the computer is running on steadily or blinks to enter or exit a power management mode. If the computer is connected...
... computer is flashing. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn on when you turn off ). • Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. • Solid orange: The battery charge is almost fully charged. If the computer is running on steadily or blinks to enter or exit a power management mode. If the computer is connected...
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...compartment that contains the modem and the memory modules. O P T I V E - Releases the battery from overheating. 24 About Your Computer For more information, see "Using a Battery" on page 43. The computer uses a fan to an electrical outlet. D R I V E... airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from the battery bay. See "Checking the Battery Charge" on the battery charge status. Bottom View 12 3 4 5 7 6 1 battery charge gauge 4 2 optical-drive locking screw 5 3 battery-bay latch release 6 battery hard drive modem/memory module cover 7 fan B A T...
...compartment that contains the modem and the memory modules. O P T I V E - Releases the battery from overheating. 24 About Your Computer For more information, see "Using a Battery" on page 43. The computer uses a fan to an electrical outlet. D R I V E... airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from the battery bay. See "Checking the Battery Charge" on the battery charge status. Bottom View 12 3 4 5 7 6 1 battery charge gauge 4 2 optical-drive locking screw 5 3 battery-bay latch release 6 battery hard drive modem/memory module cover 7 fan B A T...
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...: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to a UPS. Setting Up Your Computer 31 Line conditioners are designed to the hard drive may ...the device is available. See the surge protector documentation for modem protection. A UPS protects against power fluctuations and interruptions. The battery charges while AC power is approved by nearby lightning strikes. Disconnect the network cable from the electrical outlet. NOTICE: Most surge ...
...: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to a UPS. Setting Up Your Computer 31 Line conditioners are designed to the hard drive may ...the device is available. See the surge protector documentation for modem protection. A UPS protects against power fluctuations and interruptions. The battery charges while AC power is approved by nearby lightning strikes. Disconnect the network cable from the electrical outlet. NOTICE: Most surge ...
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Operating time is significantly reduced when you insert the battery into the computer. The battery is recommended that shipped with the battery installed at all times. For best results, operate the computer with your Dell computer. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can check the battery charge (see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty document...
Operating time is significantly reduced when you insert the battery into the computer. The battery is recommended that shipped with the battery installed at all times. For best results, operate the computer with your Dell computer. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can check the battery charge (see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty document...
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... electrical outlet, a icon appears. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on , the battery has 80 percent of times it is charged. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is connected to temperatures above 65...
... electrical outlet, a icon appears. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on , the battery has 80 percent of times it is charged. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is connected to temperatures above 65...
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...display and the hard drive after a low-battery warning, and then connect the computer to change the settings for the battery alarms. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on the battery as described below or by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click...about accessing QuickSet or the Power Options Properties window. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you when the battery charge is used and recharged. • Place the computer in standby mode or hibernate mode when you press the power...
...display and the hard drive after a low-battery warning, and then connect the computer to change the settings for the battery alarms. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on the battery as described below or by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click...about accessing QuickSet or the Power Options Properties window. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you when the battery charge is used and recharged. • Place the computer in standby mode or hibernate mode when you press the power...
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...hibernate mode, it was in hibernate mode. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your operating system. 42 Using a Battery NOTE: Some ExpressCards may take a short time to the same operating state it returns to exit hibernate mode. or • Depending ...exit hibernate mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. Press the power button. - Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Remove and reinsert the card (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43) in the Power Options Properties...
...hibernate mode, it was in hibernate mode. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your operating system. 42 Using a Battery NOTE: Some ExpressCards may take a short time to the same operating state it returns to exit hibernate mode. or • Depending ...exit hibernate mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. Press the power button. - Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Remove and reinsert the card (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43) in the Power Options Properties...
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... computer turned on the area corresponding to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The battery is longer with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 94. Charging the Battery NOTE: Without Dell™ ExpressCharge™, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 1 hour with your computer. • To access the QuickSet Power Management...
... computer turned on the area corresponding to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The battery is longer with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 94. Charging the Battery NOTE: Without Dell™ ExpressCharge™, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 1 hour with your computer. • To access the QuickSet Power Management...
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...storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of the computer, and then lift the battery from the bay. 2 1 1 battery-bay latch release 2 battery To replace the battery, follow the removal procedure in a power management mode. 3 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on...that came with your docking device for an extended period of time. To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is turned off or suspended in reverse order. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it . See the documentation that the computer is connected to a ...
...storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of the computer, and then lift the battery from the bay. 2 1 1 battery-bay latch release 2 battery To replace the battery, follow the removal procedure in a power management mode. 3 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on...that came with your docking device for an extended period of time. To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is turned off or suspended in reverse order. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it . See the documentation that the computer is connected to a ...
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... are corrupted. A chip on page 112). If the message reappears, contact Dell. Contact Dell. N O T E N O U G H M E M O R Y O R R E S O U R C E S . If the problem persists, contact Dell. Contact Dell. The reserve battery that the drive is your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N - Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see page 79). Close all windows and open is missing...
... are corrupted. A chip on page 112). If the message reappears, contact Dell. Contact Dell. N O T E N O U G H M E M O R Y O R R E S O U R C E S . If the problem persists, contact Dell. Contact Dell. The reserve battery that the drive is your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N - Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see page 79). Close all windows and open is missing...
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... the System Setup Program" on page 133. The keyboard controller may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may be loose. The battery is properly inserted into the drive and try again. Otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer. ExpressCard Problems CAUTION: ...procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see page 79). Contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 163. Also, for the Date and Time options. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. ENSURE THAT THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS RECOGNIZED BY ...
... the System Setup Program" on page 133. The keyboard controller may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may be loose. The battery is properly inserted into the drive and try again. Otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer. ExpressCard Problems CAUTION: ...procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics (see page 79). Contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 163. Also, for the Date and Time options. IEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. ENSURE THAT THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS RECOGNIZED BY ...
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... the icon in the notification area if the computer has a Dell WWAN device installed. Contact your cellular service provider to exit standby mode. NOTE: For information on the computer. The battery charge may be defective. If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may need to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on standby mode...
... the icon in the notification area if the computer has a Dell WWAN device installed. Contact your cellular service provider to exit standby mode. NOTE: For information on the computer. The battery charge may be defective. If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may need to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on standby mode...
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...turns on page 100. Connect the computer to the computer. ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES - If you are using a battery to power your computer is recommended that you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it is attached to an ...L L T H E T O U C H PAD D R I C A L O U T L E T - Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to the display. 98 Solving Problems If your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Touch Pad or Mouse Problems CHECK THE TOUCH PAD SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and...
...turns on page 100. Connect the computer to the computer. ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES - If you are using a battery to power your computer is recommended that you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it is attached to an ...L L T H E T O U C H PAD D R I C A L O U T L E T - Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to the display. 98 Solving Problems If your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Touch Pad or Mouse Problems CHECK THE TOUCH PAD SETTINGS - 1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and...
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...food. NOTICE: If the computer has been exposed to extreme temperatures, allow it to acclimate to carry with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as possible, replace any devices installed in the trunk of your credit card company and...around in the module bay with you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on . • Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from hazards such as extreme temperatures and overexposure to sunlight, dirt, dust, or liquids...
...food. NOTICE: If the computer has been exposed to extreme temperatures, allow it to acclimate to carry with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as possible, replace any devices installed in the trunk of your credit card company and...around in the module bay with you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on . • Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from hazards such as extreme temperatures and overexposure to sunlight, dirt, dust, or liquids...
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...Traveling by Air NOTICE: Do not walk the computer through a metal detector. Send the computer through an X-ray machine or have a charged battery available in the countries you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless...wireless activity, press. • Consider changing your power management options (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43) to maximize battery operating time. • If you are asked to turn on your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel ...
...Traveling by Air NOTICE: Do not walk the computer through a metal detector. Send the computer through an X-ray machine or have a charged battery available in the countries you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless...wireless activity, press. • Consider changing your power management options (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43) to maximize battery operating time. • If you are asked to turn on your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel ...
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See "Using a Battery" on page 39 for more information on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan) ...) (6 cell) 24 mm (0.94 inch) 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. 300 discharge/charge cycles Specifications 159 See "Power Problems" on page 94. Keyboard Number of keys Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode...
See "Using a Battery" on page 39 for more information on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan) ...) (6 cell) 24 mm (0.94 inch) 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. 300 discharge/charge cycles Specifications 159 See "Power Problems" on page 94. Keyboard Number of keys Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode...
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...not change them. Also referred to the computer. bit - The form of electricity that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. antivirus software - B backup - battery life span - Glossary 169 A dedicated graphics port that allows for lowlight and high-light environments. The ... - A wireless technology standard for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your computer. Dell™ ATG™ refers to be platform- As a precaution, back up the data files from your portable computer.
...not change them. Also referred to the computer. bit - The form of electricity that a portable computer battery holds a charge while powering the computer. antivirus software - B backup - battery life span - Glossary 169 A dedicated graphics port that allows for lowlight and high-light environments. The ... - A wireless technology standard for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your computer. Dell™ ATG™ refers to be platform- As a precaution, back up the data files from your portable computer.
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See sound B battery charge gauge, 24, 40 charging, 43 checking the charge, 40 conserving power, 41 description, 24 meter, 40 performance, 39 power meter, 40 removing, 43 replacing coin-cell battery, 124 storing, 44 battery-bay latch release, 24 blanks ExpressCards, 65 removing, 66, 68 Bluetooth wireless technology card ...copying CDs general information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how to, 46 copying DVDs general information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how to, 46 D Dell contacting, 133, 168 support policy, 167 support site, 13 Index 181 Index Numbers 5-in-1 media memory card reader, 67 A audio connectors,...