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Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer - Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3
Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer - Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3
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Battery 75 Charging Laptop Battery 75 Improving the Battery Performance 75 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Keyboard 77 General Keyboard Shortcuts 77 Changing Keyboard Input Language 79 Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 80 Touchpad 81 Using Your Touchpad 81 Touchpad Gestures 81 Scroll 81 Zoom 83 Rotate 84 Flick 84 My Favorites 84 Desktop 84 Touchscreen 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Audio Connectors 89 Types of audio connectors 89 5.1 Audio 90 7.1 Audio 90 6 Contents
Battery 75 Charging Laptop Battery 75 Improving the Battery Performance 75 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Keyboard 77 General Keyboard Shortcuts 77 Changing Keyboard Input Language 79 Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 80 Touchpad 81 Using Your Touchpad 81 Touchpad Gestures 81 Scroll 81 Zoom 83 Rotate 84 Flick 84 My Favorites 84 Desktop 84 Touchscreen 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Audio Connectors 89 Types of audio connectors 89 5.1 Audio 90 7.1 Audio 90 6 Contents
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... the computer unattended for long periods of the following table compares the most commonly used batteries. 3-cell battery Low cost Small in size Low capacity Low weight 6-cell battery Moderate cost Large in size Moderate capacity Moderate weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and recharged. •...
... the computer unattended for long periods of the following table compares the most commonly used batteries. 3-cell battery Low cost Small in size Low capacity Low weight 6-cell battery Moderate cost Large in size Moderate capacity Moderate weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and recharged. •...
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... power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet when possible. You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to optimize your battery: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB...need to the Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) chip while the computer is switched off , and so on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which is used. The life of system board, temperature, the time for which the computer is...
... power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet when possible. You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to optimize your battery: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB...need to the Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) chip while the computer is switched off , and so on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which is used. The life of system board, temperature, the time for which the computer is...
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...connection. Keyboard 35 The connection can be available on all current generation computer. • PS/2 port - Such keyboards require batteries to an USB port of your computer using wireless signals. Keyboard Connection Types You can be any of the following : • ... cable and does not require additional power source, such as batteries. The wireless connection can connect a keyboard to use the keyboard from a more details. See the specifications of your computer. On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: •...
...connection. Keyboard 35 The connection can be available on all current generation computer. • PS/2 port - Such keyboards require batteries to an USB port of your computer using wireless signals. Keyboard Connection Types You can be any of the following : • ... cable and does not require additional power source, such as batteries. The wireless connection can connect a keyboard to use the keyboard from a more details. See the specifications of your computer. On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: •...
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... the battery performance by: • Operating the computer on how often the battery is used . The internal circuitry of the battery prevents the battery from being in your computer. Battery Charging Laptop Battery When ...you connect the computer with the number of times the battery is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your computer's power usage (see the Article ID: 405686 at support.dell...
... the battery performance by: • Operating the computer on how often the battery is used . The internal circuitry of the battery prevents the battery from being in your computer. Battery Charging Laptop Battery When ...you connect the computer with the number of times the battery is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your computer's power usage (see the Article ID: 405686 at support.dell...
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... applicable, displays a message requesting you to protect your laptop battery. NOTE: Dell longevity mode may reduce the battery life. The Battery Meter dialog box is displayed. 2. Dell Desktop Mode The Dell longevity mode feature enables you to enable longevity mode. Right-click the battery icon on your battery from frequent charge and discharge cycles. Click Enable or Disable...
... applicable, displays a message requesting you to protect your laptop battery. NOTE: Dell longevity mode may reduce the battery life. The Battery Meter dialog box is displayed. 2. Dell Desktop Mode The Dell longevity mode feature enables you to enable longevity mode. Right-click the battery icon on your battery from frequent charge and discharge cycles. Click Enable or Disable...
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Searches for a file or folder. Click Enable or Disable based on the Windows notification area, and then click Dell Extended Battery Life Options. Activates a power management mode. Keyboard 77 Click the Desktop mode tab. 3. Click OK. You can reprogram this... keyboard shortcut to that option. To enable or disable desktop mode: 1. Right-click the battery icon on your preference. 4. Renames the selected item. NOTE: When desktop mode is displayed. 2. Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not...
Searches for a file or folder. Click Enable or Disable based on the Windows notification area, and then click Dell Extended Battery Life Options. Activates a power management mode. Keyboard 77 Click the Desktop mode tab. 3. Click OK. You can reprogram this... keyboard shortcut to that option. To enable or disable desktop mode: 1. Right-click the battery icon on your preference. 4. Renames the selected item. NOTE: When desktop mode is displayed. 2. Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not...
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.... NOTE: Charging through the USB PowerShare feature is backward compatible with earlier USB standards such as USB 1.x and USB 2.0. USB 3.0 is automatically disabled when the battery charge reaches 10%. The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on the computer to run the USB 3.0 ports in USB 2.0 mode temporarily for multimedia and...
.... NOTE: Charging through the USB PowerShare feature is backward compatible with earlier USB standards such as USB 1.x and USB 2.0. USB 3.0 is automatically disabled when the battery charge reaches 10%. The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on the computer to run the USB 3.0 ports in USB 2.0 mode temporarily for multimedia and...
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...controls through keyboard shortcuts • Power management controls • Battery information • Icon resizing • Wireless enable/disable Installation Dell QuickSet Utilities come pre-installed on a new Dell computer, and can download the software from support.dell.com. For a list of software applications that the current...is not HDMI 1.4 compatible, set the in-game resolution to 720p, 1280x720 in HD 3D mode. 116 Dell QuickSet Dell QuickSet Dell QuickSet Utilities are an option, you can also be restored using the PC Restore utility or similar application. If you...
...controls through keyboard shortcuts • Power management controls • Battery information • Icon resizing • Wireless enable/disable Installation Dell QuickSet Utilities come pre-installed on a new Dell computer, and can download the software from support.dell.com. For a list of software applications that the current...is not HDMI 1.4 compatible, set the in-game resolution to 720p, 1280x720 in HD 3D mode. 116 Dell QuickSet Dell QuickSet Dell QuickSet Utilities are an option, you can also be restored using the PC Restore utility or similar application. If you...
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Appears on the right of the Control window is divided into three areas: • Device Tree - To the left of the battery, AC adapter, fans, and so on . To test selected devices, click Run Tests. Appears on the left of the ePSA home screen. Displays detailed ... Results - The status area has four tabs: • Configuration - Provides detailed information about all the devices in your computer, click Exit. • Status - When the DELL logo appears, press to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to access the Boot menu. then, shut down...
Appears on the right of the Control window is divided into three areas: • Device Tree - To the left of the battery, AC adapter, fans, and so on . To test selected devices, click Run Tests. Appears on the left of the ePSA home screen. Displays detailed ... Results - The status area has four tabs: • Configuration - Provides detailed information about all the devices in your computer, click Exit. • Status - When the DELL logo appears, press to wait until you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to access the Boot menu. then, shut down...
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...external monitor and check if there is not damaged or frayed. 4. If you are using a wireless or Bluetooth keyboard, reinstall the batteries. Connect to a different USB connector. 8. Shut down the computer and disconnect the keyboard from the computer. 3. Check the cable ...10. Ensure that shipped with the computer or connector. Straighten any bent or broken pins. Reconnect the keyboard to the computer. 2. Contact Dell for more information. 7. Laptop 1. Keyboard Not Working, Not Detected, or Working Intermittently • External Keyboard • Laptop Keyboard External...
...external monitor and check if there is not damaged or frayed. 4. If you are using a wireless or Bluetooth keyboard, reinstall the batteries. Connect to a different USB connector. 8. Shut down the computer and disconnect the keyboard from the computer. 3. Check the cable ...10. Ensure that shipped with the computer or connector. Straighten any bent or broken pins. Reconnect the keyboard to the computer. 2. Contact Dell for more information. 7. Laptop 1. Keyboard Not Working, Not Detected, or Working Intermittently • External Keyboard • Laptop Keyboard External...
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... a power-saving state designed primarily for an extended period and won 't use hibernation when you know that you won 't have an opportunity to charge the battery during that allows a computer to quickly resume full-power operation (typically within several seconds) when you to configure when the power supply to transfer information...
... a power-saving state designed primarily for an extended period and won 't use hibernation when you know that you won 't have an opportunity to charge the battery during that allows a computer to quickly resume full-power operation (typically within several seconds) when you to configure when the power supply to transfer information...
Owner's Manual
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Contents Before You Begin 9 Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices . . . . . 9 Safety Instructions 10 Recommended Tools 10 After Working Inside Your Computer 11 Removing the Battery 12 Procedure 12 Replacing the Battery 13 Procedure 13 Removing the Optical Drive 14 Prerequisites 14 Procedure 14 Replacing the Optical Drive 16 Procedure 16 Postrequisites 16 Removing the Keyboard 17 Prerequisites 17 Procedure 17 Replacing the Keyboard 20 Procedure 20 Postrequisites 20 Removing the Base Cover 21 Prerequisites 21 Procedure 21 Contents | 3
Contents Before You Begin 9 Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices . . . . . 9 Safety Instructions 10 Recommended Tools 10 After Working Inside Your Computer 11 Removing the Battery 12 Procedure 12 Replacing the Battery 13 Procedure 13 Removing the Optical Drive 14 Prerequisites 14 Procedure 14 Replacing the Optical Drive 16 Procedure 16 Postrequisites 16 Removing the Keyboard 17 Prerequisites 17 Procedure 17 Replacing the Keyboard 20 Procedure 20 Postrequisites 20 Removing the Base Cover 21 Prerequisites 21 Procedure 21 Contents | 3
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... Prerequisites 36 Procedure 37 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 38 Procedure 38 Postrequisites 38 Removing the I/O Board 39 Prerequisites 39 Procedure 40 Replacing the I/O Board 41 Procedure 41 Postrequisites 41 Removing the Power-Adapter ...
... Prerequisites 36 Procedure 37 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 38 Procedure 38 Postrequisites 38 Removing the I/O Board 39 Prerequisites 39 Procedure 40 Replacing the I/O Board 41 Procedure 41 Postrequisites 41 Removing the Power-Adapter ...
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You hear a click when the battery is unlocked. 3 Lift and remove the battery off the computer base. 2 1 1 battery latches (2) 2 battery 12 | Removing the Battery For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Close the display and turn the computer over. 2 Slide the battery latches to the unlock position. After working...
You hear a click when the battery is unlocked. 3 Lift and remove the battery off the computer base. 2 1 1 battery latches (2) 2 battery 12 | Removing the Battery For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Close the display and turn the computer over. 2 Slide the battery latches to the unlock position. After working...
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Replacing the Battery | 13 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure Align the tabs on the battery with your computer, follow the steps in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. After working inside your computer and follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with the slots on the battery bay and snap the battery into place.
Replacing the Battery | 13 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure Align the tabs on the battery with your computer, follow the steps in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. After working inside your computer and follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with the slots on the battery bay and snap the battery into place.
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... optical-drive assembly and remove the optical-drive bracket. 14 | Removing the Optical Drive For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Removing the Battery" on page 9. After working inside your computer and ...follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 12. Prerequisites Remove the battery. Procedure 1 Remove the screw that ...
... optical-drive assembly and remove the optical-drive bracket. 14 | Removing the Optical Drive For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Removing the Battery" on page 9. After working inside your computer and ...follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 12. Prerequisites Remove the battery. Procedure 1 Remove the screw that ...
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For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align the tabs on the optical-drive bezel with the slots on the optical drive and snap the optical-drive bezel into ... screw hole on the optical-drive assembly and replace the screw that secures the optical-drive bracket to the computer base. Postrequisites Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on computer base. 4 Replace the screw that secures the optical-drive assembly to the optical-drive assembly. 3 Slide the optical-drive assembly into...
For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Procedure 1 Align the tabs on the optical-drive bezel with the slots on the optical drive and snap the optical-drive bezel into ... screw hole on the optical-drive assembly and replace the screw that secures the optical-drive bracket to the computer base. Postrequisites Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on computer base. 4 Replace the screw that secures the optical-drive assembly to the optical-drive assembly. 3 Slide the optical-drive assembly into...
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... 1 Remove the screws that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. See "Removing the Battery" on page 12. After working inside your computer, follow the steps in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. Removing the Keyboard WARNING: Before ... that secure the keyboard to the computer base 1 1 screws (2) Removing the Keyboard | 17 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
... 1 Remove the screws that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. See "Removing the Battery" on page 12. After working inside your computer, follow the steps in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11. Removing the Keyboard WARNING: Before ... that secure the keyboard to the computer base 1 1 screws (2) Removing the Keyboard | 17 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.