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... Charging the Battery 16 Replacing the Battery 17 Storing a Battery 18 Troubleshooting 18 Lockups and Software Problems 18 The computer does not start up 18 The computer stops responding 18 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 18 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 18 A solid blue screen appears 19 Dell MediaDirect...
... Charging the Battery 16 Replacing the Battery 17 Storing a Battery 18 Troubleshooting 18 Lockups and Software Problems 18 The computer does not start up 18 The computer stops responding 18 A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly 18 A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system 18 A solid blue screen appears 19 Dell MediaDirect...
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The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as a printer. Quick Reference Guide 9 Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Unpack the accessories... and press the power button to complete the setup of your computer at least once before you install any cards or connect the computer to a docking device or other external device, such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you will need to turn on page 10). NOTE: It...
The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as a printer. Quick Reference Guide 9 Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Unpack the accessories... and press the power button to complete the setup of your computer at least once before you install any cards or connect the computer to a docking device or other external device, such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you will need to turn on page 10). NOTE: It...
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Bottom View 7 1 2 3 4 6 5 1 memory module cover 2 4 battery-bay latch 5 releases (2) 7 hard drive battery charge gauge docking-device connector 3 battery 6 air vents Quick Reference Guide 13
Bottom View 7 1 2 3 4 6 5 1 memory module cover 2 4 battery-bay latch 5 releases (2) 7 hard drive battery charge gauge docking-device connector 3 battery 6 air vents Quick Reference Guide 13
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... designed to work with your computer. CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with extreme care. Keep the battery away from Dell. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell™ warranty for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery. For optimal computer performance and to , the following: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards...
... designed to work with your computer. CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with extreme care. Keep the battery away from Dell. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell™ warranty for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery. For optimal computer performance and to , the following: • Using optical drives • Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards...
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.... For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in your computer. 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 . If the computer is installed, press to illuminate the charge-level lights. For example, if the...
.... For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in your computer. 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 . If the computer is installed, press to illuminate the charge-level lights. For example, if the...
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...charge capacity remains. If the battery is approximately 90 percent depleted. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to obtain Dell ExpressCharge, you like. To check the battery health, press and hold the status button on . If the battery runs completely out of the charge...hour and to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. The computer beeps once, indicating that time, the speaker beeps periodically. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is longer with a 90-W AC adapter. NOTE: If you want to use...
...charge capacity remains. If the battery is approximately 90 percent depleted. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to obtain Dell ExpressCharge, you like. To check the battery health, press and hold the status button on . If the battery runs completely out of the charge...hour and to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. The computer beeps once, indicating that time, the speaker beeps periodically. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is longer with a 90-W AC adapter. NOTE: If you want to use...
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... any other computers with your computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the computer. 4 Lift to work with your Dell™ computer. Slide the two battery-bay latch releases on the bottom of the computer toward the sides of the computer until they are engaged. 3 Grasp the battery by the battery tab and slide the battery horizontally toward...
... any other computers with your computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the computer. 4 Lift to work with your Dell™ computer. Slide the two battery-bay latch releases on the bottom of the computer toward the sides of the computer until they are engaged. 3 Grasp the battery by the battery tab and slide the battery horizontally toward...
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... on a floppy disk or CD. The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you begin any of time. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. Troubleshooting Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you are unable to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start→ All...
... on a floppy disk or CD. The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you begin any of time. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. Troubleshooting Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you are unable to non-Windows XP operating system environments. 1 Click Start→ All...
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Index B battery charge gauge, 15 charging, 16 health gauge, 16 performance, 14 power meter, 15 removing, 17 storing, 18 C CD Operating System, 8 computer crashes, 18-19 slow performance, 20 stops responding, 18 D Dell support site, 7 Dell Diagnostics, 20 Dell MediaDirect problems, 19 diagnostics Dell, 20 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 7 ResourceCD, 5 User's Guide, 6 drivers ResourceCD, 5 Drivers...
Index B battery charge gauge, 15 charging, 16 health gauge, 16 performance, 14 power meter, 15 removing, 17 storing, 18 C CD Operating System, 8 computer crashes, 18-19 slow performance, 20 stops responding, 18 D Dell support site, 7 Dell Diagnostics, 20 Dell MediaDirect problems, 19 diagnostics Dell, 20 Drivers and Utilities CD, 5 documentation device, 5 online, 7 ResourceCD, 5 User's Guide, 6 drivers ResourceCD, 5 Drivers...
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... without notice. © 2005-2006 Dell Inc. Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Finding Information About Your Computer Using a Battery Using the Keyboard Using the Display Using Multimedia Using a Network Using Cards Securing Your Computer Troubleshooting System Setup Program Reinstalling Software Adding and Replacing Parts Dell™ QuickSet Features Traveling With Your Computer Getting Help Specifications Appendix Glossary For...
... without notice. © 2005-2006 Dell Inc. Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Finding Information About Your Computer Using a Battery Using the Keyboard Using the Display Using Multimedia Using a Network Using Cards Securing Your Computer Troubleshooting System Setup Program Reinstalling Software Adding and Replacing Parts Dell™ QuickSet Features Traveling With Your Computer Getting Help Specifications Appendix Glossary For...
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...). ¡ Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. ¡ Solid orange: The battery charge is turned off the computer while the flashing. light is Turns on when wireless devices are enabled. ® Turns on the computer and blinks when the computer is an optional feature on your ...never turn on when Bluetooth wireless technology is enabled. Helps to activate and use the security management software that came with your Dell™ computer secure. speaker - Helps to indicate battery charge status. Turns on how to keep your computer. If the computer is connected to an ...
...). ¡ Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. ¡ Solid orange: The battery charge is turned off the computer while the flashing. light is Turns on when wireless devices are enabled. ® Turns on the computer and blinks when the computer is an optional feature on your ...never turn on when Bluetooth wireless technology is enabled. Helps to activate and use the security management software that came with your Dell™ computer secure. speaker - Helps to indicate battery charge status. Turns on how to keep your computer. If the computer is connected to an ...
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... connector. For information on using the network adapter, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer in the air vents. modem connector (RJ-11) If you ordered the optional internal modem, ...connect the telephone line to a network. Do not store your computer. To avoid damaging the computer, do not plug a telephone line into , or allow dust to accumulate in a low-airflow ...connectors (2) media bay - Supports a floppy or an optical drive, second battery, second hard drive, or a Dell TravelLite™ module.
... connector. For information on using the network adapter, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer in the air vents. modem connector (RJ-11) If you ordered the optional internal modem, ...connect the telephone line to a network. Do not store your computer. To avoid damaging the computer, do not plug a telephone line into , or allow dust to accumulate in a low-airflow ...connectors (2) media bay - Supports a floppy or an optical drive, second battery, second hard drive, or a Dell TravelLite™ module.
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... on the fan when the computer gets hot. battery-bay latch releases - NOTE: The computer turns on the battery charge. Do not store your computer to the Media Base or other docking device. Stores software and data. Release the battery. See the Dell documentation that contains the second... memory module. Covers the compartment that came with the fan or the computer. Lets you can damage the computer or cause a fire. The computer uses an internal fan to Contents Page...
... on the fan when the computer gets hot. battery-bay latch releases - NOTE: The computer turns on the battery charge. Do not store your computer to the Media Base or other docking device. Stores software and data. Release the battery. See the Dell documentation that contains the second... memory module. Covers the compartment that came with the fan or the computer. Lets you can damage the computer or cause a fire. The computer uses an internal fan to Contents Page...
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...and scratches. With a soft, lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the touch pad. Remove any installed batteries. See Replacing the Battery. 4. CDs and DVDs NOTICE: Always use products specifically designed for CDs are included with the compressed-air product....operation. Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with the playback quality of your computer, disconnect the computer from the center to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Cleaning Your Computer Macrovision Product Notice FCC Notice (U.S. Disconnect any of the disc. Do not ...
...and scratches. With a soft, lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the touch pad. Remove any installed batteries. See Replacing the Battery. 4. CDs and DVDs NOTICE: Always use products specifically designed for CDs are included with the compressed-air product....operation. Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with the playback quality of your computer, disconnect the computer from the center to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Cleaning Your Computer Macrovision Product Notice FCC Notice (U.S. Disconnect any of the disc. Do not ...
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... Using a Battery Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Conserving Battery Power Power Management Modes Configuring Power Management Settings Charging the Battery Replacing the Battery Storing a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help. For best results, operate the computer with extreme care. NOTE: Battery operating time...
... Using a Battery Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Conserving Battery Power Power Management Modes Configuring Power Management Settings Charging the Battery Replacing the Battery Storing a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help. For best results, operate the computer with extreme care. NOTE: Battery operating time...
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... it was in before entering standby mode. If no charge. 1 battery 2 battery charge gauge Health Gauge The battery operating time is charged. l Place the computer in good condition, and more information about the battery operating time. NOTE: See Battery Performance for more information on the battery charge gauge to the same operating state it is largely determined...
... it was in before entering standby mode. If no charge. 1 battery 2 battery charge gauge Health Gauge The battery operating time is charged. l Place the computer in good condition, and more information about the battery operating time. NOTE: See Battery Performance for more information on the battery charge gauge to the same operating state it is largely determined...
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...NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your operating system. The computer may not operate correctly after the computer exits hibernate mode. Configuring Power Management Settings You can leave the battery in the computer for as long as you set the power ...or l Depending on hibernate mode, see Card Types), or simply restart (reboot) your computer. icon in approximately 2 hours. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is in the Power Options Properties window, use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows...
...NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your operating system. The computer may not operate correctly after the computer exits hibernate mode. Configuring Power Management Settings You can leave the battery in the computer for as long as you set the power ...or l Depending on hibernate mode, see Card Types), or simply restart (reboot) your computer. icon in approximately 2 hours. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is in the Power Options Properties window, use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows...
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... or explosion. The battery is connected to remove the battery from the computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the computer until they are engaged. 3. See the documentation that the computer is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from Dell. A battery discharges during prolonged...
... or explosion. The battery is connected to remove the battery from the computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the computer until they are engaged. 3. See the documentation that the computer is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from Dell. A battery discharges during prolonged...
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... refresh rate on your Dell-installed operating system. Back to Contents Page Using the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Dual Independent Display Mode Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays Using the Ambient Light Sensor Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is higher than...
... refresh rate on your Dell-installed operating system. Back to Contents Page Using the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Dual Independent Display Mode Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays Using the Ambient Light Sensor Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is higher than...
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... A power management specification that a portable computer battery powers the computer. and operating system-independent. The length of time (minutes or hours) that enables Microsoft® Windows® operating systems to put a computer in standby or hibernate mode to conserve ... point of many processor operations. bit - Back to Contents Page Glossary Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your computer. ® Bluetooth wireless technology - AHCI ...
... A power management specification that a portable computer battery powers the computer. and operating system-independent. The length of time (minutes or hours) that enables Microsoft® Windows® operating systems to put a computer in standby or hibernate mode to conserve ... point of many processor operations. bit - Back to Contents Page Glossary Dell™ Latitude™ D620 User's Guide Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your computer. ® Bluetooth wireless technology - AHCI ...