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Contents Finding Information 9 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 13 Left Side View 16 Right Side View 18 Bottom View 20 2 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet 21 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 21 Setting Up a Printer 22 Printer Cable 22 Connecting a USB Printer 22 Power Protection Devices 23 Surge Protectors 23 Line Conditioners 24 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 24 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 25 Checking the Battery Charge 26 Microsoft Windows Power Meter 26 Low-Battery Warning 26 Charging the Battery 26 Removing a Battery 27 Contents 3
Contents Finding Information 9 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 13 Left Side View 16 Right Side View 18 Bottom View 20 2 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet 21 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 21 Setting Up a Printer 22 Printer Cable 22 Connecting a USB Printer 22 Power Protection Devices 23 Surge Protectors 23 Line Conditioners 24 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 24 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 25 Checking the Battery Charge 26 Microsoft Windows Power Meter 26 Low-Battery Warning 26 Charging the Battery 26 Removing a Battery 27 Contents 3
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Installing a Battery 27 Storing a Battery 27 4 Installing Module Bay Devices About the Module Bay 29 Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off . . . . . 29 Removing and Installing Devices ...
Installing a Battery 27 Storing a Battery 27 4 Installing Module Bay Devices About the Module Bay 29 Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off . . . . . 29 Removing and Installing Devices ...
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... ). - NOTE: Device status lights are also visible when the display is charging. Indicates battery charge status. Solid green: The battery is closed. A Turns on the computer. DEVICE AND KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS Turns on a battery, the light operates as follows: - light operates If the computer is running on when ...wireless networking is enabled. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off the computer while the light is flashing. 9 Turns on steadily or blinks...
... ). - NOTE: Device status lights are also visible when the display is charging. Indicates battery charge status. Solid green: The battery is closed. A Turns on the computer. DEVICE AND KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS Turns on a battery, the light operates as follows: - light operates If the computer is running on when ...wireless networking is enabled. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off the computer while the light is flashing. 9 Turns on steadily or blinks...
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..., see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer. For information on using the modem, see "Installing Module Bay Devices" on AC power instead of battery power. 18 A Tour of Your Computer NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. A C A D A P T E R C O N ... you can install devices such as an optical drive or Dell TravelLite™ module in to the connector indicate activity for both wired and wireless network communications. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Right Side View S-video tv-out connector module bay...
..., see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer. For information on using the modem, see "Installing Module Bay Devices" on AC power instead of battery power. 18 A Tour of Your Computer NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. A C A D A P T E R C O N ... you can install devices such as an optical drive or Dell TravelLite™ module in to the connector indicate activity for both wired and wireless network communications. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Right Side View S-video tv-out connector module bay...
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...PCI Card" on page 76 and "Modem" on page 25. B A T T E R Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - See "Using a Battery" on page 75. 20 A Tour of Your Computer M I N I P C I R V E N T - HARD DRIVE - Covers the compartment that contains the Mini PCI card and modem.... See "Using a Battery" on page 29 for instructions. M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R - When a battery is running. You can damage the computer or cause a fire. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Bottom View Mini PCI card and modem cover memory module cover air vent...
...PCI Card" on page 76 and "Modem" on page 25. B A T T E R Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - See "Using a Battery" on page 75. 20 A Tour of Your Computer M I N I P C I R V E N T - HARD DRIVE - Covers the compartment that contains the Mini PCI card and modem.... See "Using a Battery" on page 29 for instructions. M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R - When a battery is running. You can damage the computer or cause a fire. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Bottom View Mini PCI card and modem cover memory module cover air vent...
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... protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to a UPS. The battery charges while AC power is interrupted. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for information on battery operating time and to ensure that the device is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 24 Setting...
... protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to a UPS. The battery charges while AC power is interrupted. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for information on battery operating time and to ensure that the device is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 24 Setting...
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... holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on how often the battery is used , you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Dell Inspiron Help file.) NOTE: It is designed to , the following: • Using DVD, DVD-R, and CD-RW...
... holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on how often the battery is used , you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Dell Inspiron Help file.) NOTE: It is designed to , the following: • Using DVD, DVD-R, and CD-RW...
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...you connect the computer to an electrical outlet. Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your computer or being used in the Dell Inspiron Help file. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Checking the Battery Charge The Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter window... and provide information on the battery charge. icon and the low-battery warning Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows...
...you connect the computer to an electrical outlet. Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your computer or being used in the Dell Inspiron Help file. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Checking the Battery Charge The Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter window... and provide information on the battery charge. icon and the low-battery warning Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows...
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... your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. shown with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use a battery from other computers with your Dell computer. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you store your computer. Removing a Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, disconnect the modem...
... your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. shown with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use a battery from other computers with your Dell computer. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you store your computer. Removing a Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, disconnect the modem...
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I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I D E D P C C A R D - P R O V I T H A D E L L - NOTE: See the Dell Inspiron Help file for information on the computer. If the power light is blinking, the computer is used and the conditions under which it can hold a charge) decreases over time. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y T E M P E R A T U R E - C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y - Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in standby mode-press the power button to purchase a new battery during the...
I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I D E D P C C A R D - P R O V I T H A D E L L - NOTE: See the Dell Inspiron Help file for information on the computer. If the power light is blinking, the computer is used and the conditions under which it can hold a charge) decreases over time. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y T E M P E R A T U R E - C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y - Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in standby mode-press the power button to purchase a new battery during the...
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If the display is attached to an external monitor, press to switch the video image to read A D J U S T T H E B R I G H T N E S S - Connect the computer to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to power your computer. S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I T O R - M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R ... that you attach an external monitor to an electrical outlet using a battery to verify that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it...
If the display is attached to an external monitor, press to switch the video image to read A D J U S T T H E B R I G H T N E S S - Connect the computer to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to power your computer. S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I T O R - M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R ... that you attach an external monitor to an electrical outlet using a battery to verify that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it...
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...the following safety guidelines to help protect your own personal safety. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. Hold a card ... To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with locking tabs; www.dell.com | support.dell.com Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you begin any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 4 Disconnect...
...the following safety guidelines to help protect your own personal safety. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. Hold a card ... To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with locking tabs; www.dell.com | support.dell.com Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you begin any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 4 Disconnect...
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... the captive screws on the memory supported by your computer memory by installing memory modules on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from Dell are intended for information on the memory module cover, and then remove the cover. 7 Slide and hold the... battery-bay latch release on the system board. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from the bay. 8 Remove any installed modules. Install only memory modules that are covered ...
... the captive screws on the memory supported by your computer memory by installing memory modules on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from Dell are intended for information on the memory module cover, and then remove the cover. 7 Slide and hold the... battery-bay latch release on the system board. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from the bay. 8 Remove any installed modules. Install only memory modules that are covered ...
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... the captive screws on the Mini PCI card and modem cover. 3 Place your computer and an electrical outlet. 7 Turn on the computer. 6 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your finger under the cover at the indentation and lift the cover open. To confirm the amount...
... the captive screws on the Mini PCI card and modem cover. 3 Place your computer and an electrical outlet. 7 Turn on the computer. 6 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your finger under the cover at the indentation and lift the cover open. To confirm the amount...
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...on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer on ...0.24 kg (0.54 lb) (4 cell) approximate Weight varies depending on configuration and manufacturing variability. 14.8 VDC 2.5 hours 1.5 hours Battery operating time varies depending on battery life. 500 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C ...
...on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer on ...0.24 kg (0.54 lb) (4 cell) approximate Weight varies depending on configuration and manufacturing variability. 14.8 VDC 2.5 hours 1.5 hours Battery operating time varies depending on battery life. 500 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C ...
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... TravelLite 2.0 kg (4.4 lb) approximate travel module With 8-cell battery and DVD 2.2 kg (4.8 lb) approximate With 4-cell battery and TravelLite 1.7 kg (3.8 lb) approximate travel module With 4-cell battery and DVD 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) approximate Appendix 85 AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output voltage Dimensions: Height ...
... TravelLite 2.0 kg (4.4 lb) approximate travel module With 8-cell battery and DVD 2.2 kg (4.8 lb) approximate With 4-cell battery and TravelLite 1.7 kg (3.8 lb) approximate travel module With 4-cell battery and DVD 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) approximate Appendix 85 AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output voltage Dimensions: Height ...
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..., 26 checking the charge, 26 description, 20 installing, 27 low-battery warning, 26 performance, 25 power meter, 26 removing, 27 storing, 27 ..., 31 copying DVDs general information, 31 helpful tips, 32 how to, 31 D Dell contacting, 89 support policy, 88 support site, 11 Dell Diagnostics, 47 Dell Premier Support website, 9, 11 device latch release description, 20 system view, 20 device... status lights description, 15 system view, 15 diagnostics Dell, 47 display description, 13 system view, 13 display latch release description, 13 system view, 13 ...
..., 26 checking the charge, 26 description, 20 installing, 27 low-battery warning, 26 performance, 25 power meter, 26 removing, 27 storing, 27 ..., 31 copying DVDs general information, 31 helpful tips, 32 how to, 31 D Dell contacting, 89 support policy, 88 support site, 11 Dell Diagnostics, 47 Dell Premier Support website, 9, 11 device latch release description, 20 system view, 20 device... status lights description, 15 system view, 15 diagnostics Dell, 47 display description, 13 system view, 13 display latch release description, 13 system view, 13 ...
