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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 Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer -
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... Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact Details for Regulatory Compliance Web site 165 Additional Compliance Information 165 Migration Tips 166 Migrating to Windows 7 From an Earlier Windows Operating System 166 Transfer Methods 167 Power Management 167 Configuring the Power Settings 168 Contents 11
... Ergonomic Instructions for Laptops 162 Dell and the Environment 164 Regulatory Compliance Policy 165 Contact Details for Regulatory Compliance Web site 165 Additional Compliance Information 165 Migration Tips 166 Migrating to Windows 7 From an Earlier Windows Operating System 166 Transfer Methods 167 Power Management 167 Configuring the Power Settings 168 Contents 11
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Tap or click Power and then choose Shut down. Windows 8 To turn off your computer - Turning off your computer in sleep or hibernate state. Closing a Windows 8 app 17 ...
Tap or click Power and then choose Shut down. Windows 8 To turn off your computer - Turning off your computer in sleep or hibernate state. Closing a Windows 8 app 17 ...
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... or a Dell-approved replacement power adapter, to portable computers and certain desktop computers. Power Adapter 21 Power adapters convert AC current to computers. Power Adapter Power adapters are used to supply power to avoid damaging your computer. The power-adapter power rating (65 W, 90 W, and so on) depends on the country where the power adapter is shipped. The Dell power-adapter...
... or a Dell-approved replacement power adapter, to portable computers and certain desktop computers. Power Adapter 21 Power adapters convert AC current to computers. Power Adapter Power adapters are used to supply power to avoid damaging your computer. The power-adapter power rating (65 W, 90 W, and so on) depends on the country where the power adapter is shipped. The Dell power-adapter...
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...high capacity battery because it has to be charged more often. Conserving the Battery Power To conserve battery power on your computer's power usage (see Setting Power Options). • Use the Sleep power state when you leave the computer unattended for long periods of the following table ...weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your laptop, do any of time. 22 Battery Battery Laptop Battery The following : •...
...high capacity battery because it has to be charged more often. Conserving the Battery Power To conserve battery power on your computer's power usage (see Setting Power Options). • Use the Sleep power state when you leave the computer unattended for long periods of the following table ...weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your laptop, do any of time. 22 Battery Battery Laptop Battery The following : •...
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... several years. The following activities significantly reduce the operating time of time. The CMOS chip contains the time, date, and other power-intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games. The factors that affect coin-cell battery life are type of a battery, .... You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to optimize your computer's power usage (see Power Management). • Using the Sleep power state when you use your computer. Battery 23 Coin-Cell Battery Coin-cell battery resides on how ...
... several years. The following activities significantly reduce the operating time of time. The CMOS chip contains the time, date, and other power-intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games. The factors that affect coin-cell battery life are type of a battery, .... You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to optimize your computer's power usage (see Power Management). • Using the Sleep power state when you use your computer. Battery 23 Coin-Cell Battery Coin-cell battery resides on how ...
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The connection can be using a wired or a wireless connection. Keyboard 35 On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness • Half keyboard/touchpad brightness • No lighting Pressing the and ... batteries. See the specifications of the following : • USB - The wireless connection can connect a keyboard to the computer using a cable and does not require additional power source, such as batteries.
The connection can be using a wired or a wireless connection. Keyboard 35 On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness • Half keyboard/touchpad brightness • No lighting Pressing the and ... batteries. See the specifications of the following : • USB - The wireless connection can connect a keyboard to the computer using a cable and does not require additional power source, such as batteries.
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Locating the Label on Your Computer The Service Tag and the Express-Service Code is powered on and you have access to the Internet, you can use . Most of the computer chassis Using Dell's Online System Profiler If your computer. Service Code You can be internal or external. Click Find ...code. Examples of your computer either on the label on your computer is located on a label on the computer, or using the using the Dell's online System Profiler. Storage devices can locate the Service Tag and the Express-Service Code of storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB...
Locating the Label on Your Computer The Service Tag and the Express-Service Code is powered on and you have access to the Internet, you can use . Most of the computer chassis Using Dell's Online System Profiler If your computer. Service Code You can be internal or external. Click Find ...code. Examples of your computer either on the label on your computer is located on a label on the computer, or using the using the Dell's online System Profiler. Storage devices can locate the Service Tag and the Express-Service Code of storage devices are hard drives, optical drives, USB...
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... that are present above the platters. The platters are made from your computer without turning the computer off are called removable storage devices. Data is powered on. A typical HDD design consists of carbon for protection. Commonly used removable storage devices include: • Optical discs • Memory cards • Magnetic tapes Storage...
... that are present above the platters. The platters are made from your computer without turning the computer off are called removable storage devices. Data is powered on. A typical HDD design consists of carbon for protection. Commonly used removable storage devices include: • Optical discs • Memory cards • Magnetic tapes Storage...
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... cameras, mobile phones, media players, gaming consoles, and so on. Some common types of optical discs are re-writeable, fast, and retain data even when power supply is a 12 cm plastic optical disc, the same size as DVDs and CDs. A Compact Disc (CD) stores data up to store digital information. Blu...
... cameras, mobile phones, media players, gaming consoles, and so on. Some common types of optical discs are re-writeable, fast, and retain data even when power supply is a 12 cm plastic optical disc, the same size as DVDs and CDs. A Compact Disc (CD) stores data up to store digital information. Blu...
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...to the system board to be able to install expansion card(s). • Chipset - Contains the system memory or BIOS program. • Power connectors - Additionally, a system board may vary based on the type of system board and the computer it is a printed circuit board..., and location of computers. Some important components of a desktop system board. Provides slot(s) to the system board from the computer power supply. Provide power to install processor(s). • Memory-module connector(s) - The system board holds various controllers and connectors that forms the central part of...
...to the system board to be able to install expansion card(s). • Chipset - Contains the system memory or BIOS program. • Power connectors - Additionally, a system board may vary based on the type of system board and the computer it is a printed circuit board..., and location of computers. Some important components of a desktop system board. Provides slot(s) to the system board from the computer power supply. Provide power to install processor(s). • Memory-module connector(s) - The system board holds various controllers and connectors that forms the central part of...
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... are used to cool components that have a fan mounted above them from the computer. This helps increase the surface area for mobile devices consumes less power compared to cool: • Computer chassis • Processor • Graphics card • Chipset • Hard drive and so on . Computer fans are commonly used to... for maximum heat dissipation. Fans are used to dissipate heat generated by expelling hot air from overheating, malfunctioning, and damage. Heat sinks generally have high power consumption and thus generate a high amount of heat.
... are used to cool components that have a fan mounted above them from the computer. This helps increase the surface area for mobile devices consumes less power compared to cool: • Computer chassis • Processor • Graphics card • Chipset • Hard drive and so on . Computer fans are commonly used to... for maximum heat dissipation. Fans are used to dissipate heat generated by expelling hot air from overheating, malfunctioning, and damage. Heat sinks generally have high power consumption and thus generate a high amount of heat.
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... to output video. Integrated video cards do not require high video performance. • Discrete video - Hence, APUs provide higher data transfer rates while reducing the power consumption which improves the performance of two types: • Integrated video - Applying thermal grease between a processor and heat sink. These cards are generally installed in...
... to output video. Integrated video cards do not require high video performance. • Discrete video - Hence, APUs provide higher data transfer rates while reducing the power consumption which improves the performance of two types: • Integrated video - Applying thermal grease between a processor and heat sink. These cards are generally installed in...
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... limited peripheral devices • Can be used on both EC 34 and EC 54 slots • Supports a wide range of peripheral devices • Consumes more power than the 34 mm cards • Can be used only on computers that support EC 54 slots 48 ExpressCards You must remove the blank...
... limited peripheral devices • Can be used on both EC 34 and EC 54 slots • Supports a wide range of peripheral devices • Consumes more power than the 34 mm cards • Can be used only on computers that support EC 54 slots 48 ExpressCards You must remove the blank...
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Setting Up Your Laptop 55 Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. Setting Up Your Laptop WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Connect the AC adapter to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. 1.
Setting Up Your Laptop 55 Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. Setting Up Your Laptop WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Connect the AC adapter to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. 1.
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NOTE: The location of the power button and AC adapter connector may vary depending on your computer model. 56 Setting Up Your Laptop Press the power button to turn on the your laptop. 2.
NOTE: The location of the power button and AC adapter connector may vary depending on your computer model. 56 Setting Up Your Laptop Press the power button to turn on the your laptop. 2.
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Connect the power cable. 4. Press the power button to turn on your computer. 58 Setting Up Your Desktop 3.
Connect the power cable. 4. Press the power button to turn on your computer. 58 Setting Up Your Desktop 3.
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...DVI port on your computer. 1. Turn off your computer and display. Display 65 Turn off the display and disconnect it from the power supply. 3. Connect the other end of the display cable to identify the connectors on your computer. 2. If necessary, connect one end of... the cable to the display's power connector. Digital Visual Interface Connector Cables Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your display. 5. Connect one end of the...
...DVI port on your computer. 1. Turn off your computer and display. Display 65 Turn off the display and disconnect it from the power supply. 3. Connect the other end of the display cable to identify the connectors on your computer. 2. If necessary, connect one end of... the cable to the display's power connector. Digital Visual Interface Connector Cables Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your display. 5. Connect one end of the...
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Turn on your computer, and then turn on your display. 6. Connect the other end of the power cable to the display's three-prong power strip or wall outlet. 7. Audio Setting Up 5.1 Audio 5.1 audio is most effective when the speakers are placed as shown in the following figure: 66 Audio
Turn on your computer, and then turn on your display. 6. Connect the other end of the power cable to the display's three-prong power strip or wall outlet. 7. Audio Setting Up 5.1 Audio 5.1 audio is most effective when the speakers are placed as shown in the following figure: 66 Audio
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... computer while 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.com. The operating time of a battery, which it is used in... Wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB devices. • High-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power‑intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games. Battery life reduces with the battery installed to an electrical outlet, the ...
... computer while 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.com. The operating time of a battery, which it is used in... Wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media cards, or USB devices. • High-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power‑intensive programs like complex 3D graphics applications and games. Battery life reduces with the battery installed to an electrical outlet, the ...