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... change without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation. Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2002 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved. A00 August 2002 05T240A00 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Printed in the U.S.A. Trademarks used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation is subject to...
... change without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation. Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2002 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved. A00 August 2002 05T240A00 www.dell.com | support.dell.com Printed in the U.S.A. Trademarks used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation is subject to...
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... and tells you make better use of your computer. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Latitude, TrueMobile, and AccessDirect are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks ...property damage, personal injury, or death. Information in this document is strictly forbidden. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; A02 Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to change without the written ...
... and tells you make better use of your computer. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Latitude, TrueMobile, and AccessDirect are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the entities claiming the marks ...property damage, personal injury, or death. Information in this document is strictly forbidden. Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; A02 Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to change without the written ...
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... Computer 15 About Your Computer 15 Front View 15 Left Side View 17 Right Side View 18 Back View 19 Replacing a Battery 19 Running the Dell Diagnostics 20 Regulatory Notices 22 FCC Notices (U.S. Only 23 Modem Regulatory Information 25 Contents 3
... Computer 15 About Your Computer 15 Front View 15 Left Side View 17 Right Side View 18 Back View 19 Replacing a Battery 19 Running the Dell Diagnostics 20 Regulatory Notices 22 FCC Notices (U.S. Only 23 Modem Regulatory Information 25 Contents 3
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Only 30 Limited Warranty Terms for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (Canada Only 30 "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only 34 Dell Software and Peripherals (Canada Only 34 One-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America and the Caribbean Only 35 Intel® Warranty Statement for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (U.S. Limited Warranties and Return Policy 26 Limited Warranty for Pentium® and Celeron® Processors Only (U.S. Only 26 "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (U.S. and Canada Only 37 4 Contents
Only 30 Limited Warranty Terms for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (Canada Only 30 "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only 34 Dell Software and Peripherals (Canada Only 34 One-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America and the Caribbean Only 35 Intel® Warranty Statement for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (U.S. Limited Warranties and Return Policy 26 Limited Warranty for Pentium® and Celeron® Processors Only (U.S. Only 26 "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (U.S. and Canada Only 37 4 Contents
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CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer and working environment from potential damage. General • Do not attempt to help ensure your own personal safety and to service the computer yourself unless you are a trained service technician. Avoid placing loose papers underneath your computer. Use care when handling the adapter during or immediately after operation. • Do not allow your portable computer to avoid the remote risk of your computer in a wet environment, for extended periods of the base will reduce cooling;...
CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer and working environment from potential damage. General • Do not attempt to help ensure your own personal safety and to service the computer yourself unless you are a trained service technician. Avoid placing loose papers underneath your computer. Use care when handling the adapter during or immediately after operation. • Do not allow your portable computer to avoid the remote risk of your computer in a wet environment, for extended periods of the base will reduce cooling;...
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... with 3-prong plugs to provide an earth grounding connection. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from the electrical outlet. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device power cables into the RJ-11... liquid or aerosol cleaners, which look alike, make sure you insert the telephone cable into properly grounded power sources. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use your computer during an electrical storm. Do not use with water.
... with 3-prong plugs to provide an earth grounding connection. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from the electrical outlet. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device power cables into the RJ-11... liquid or aerosol cleaners, which look alike, make sure you insert the telephone cable into properly grounded power sources. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use your computer during an electrical storm. Do not use with water.
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... waste. When heated to excessive temperatures, battery cells could short-circuit the battery terminals. Dispose of electric shock and/or fire. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use with extreme care. Discard a used battery according to the manufacturer's instructions or contact your...
... waste. When heated to excessive temperatures, battery cells could short-circuit the battery terminals. Dispose of electric shock and/or fire. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use with extreme care. Discard a used battery according to the manufacturer's instructions or contact your...
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...Instructions (continued) Air Travel • Certain Federal Aviation Administration regulations and/or airline-specific restrictions may apply to the operation of your Dell computer while you are on this product, or cords associated with accessories sold with this device before you board the aircraft and follow ... instructions as to when the use of a PED is available from your body before you touch any time the aircraft is equipped with Dell TrueMobile™ or some other wireless communication device, please disable this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State...
...Instructions (continued) Air Travel • Certain Federal Aviation Administration regulations and/or airline-specific restrictions may apply to the operation of your Dell computer while you are on this product, or cords associated with accessories sold with this device before you board the aircraft and follow ... instructions as to when the use of a PED is available from your body before you touch any time the aircraft is equipped with Dell TrueMobile™ or some other wireless communication device, please disable this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State...
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NOTICE: When taking the computer from low-temperature conditions into a warmer environment or from high-temperature conditions into a cooler environment, allow sufficient time for work, place it could slide around. Hold a component such as cloth or paper. If you have a charged battery available in overhead storage compartments where it on a level surface. • When traveling, do not check the computer as baggage. If you have the computer checked by hand, be ready to install the drive in the computer. You can put the hard drive through an X-ray security machine, ...
NOTICE: When taking the computer from low-temperature conditions into a warmer environment or from high-temperature conditions into a cooler environment, allow sufficient time for work, place it could slide around. Hold a component such as cloth or paper. If you have a charged battery available in overhead storage compartments where it on a level surface. • When traveling, do not check the computer as baggage. If you have the computer checked by hand, be ready to install the drive in the computer. You can put the hard drive through an X-ray security machine, ...
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... for the appropriate contact information). For comfort and efficiency, observe the ergonomic guidelines in injury. This portable computer is not operating properly, contact Dell (see the User's Guide for extended periods of time may result in the User's Guide when setting up and using your computer is not...NOTICE: The only time you should ever access the inside of the display to reduce the potential for continuous operation as office equipment. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer (continued) • Clean the display with a soft, clean cloth and water.
... for the appropriate contact information). For comfort and efficiency, observe the ergonomic guidelines in injury. This portable computer is not operating properly, contact Dell (see the User's Guide for extended periods of time may result in the User's Guide when setting up and using your computer is not...NOTICE: The only time you should ever access the inside of the display to reduce the potential for continuous operation as office equipment. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer (continued) • Clean the display with a soft, clean cloth and water.
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Battery Disposal Your computer uses a lithium-ion battery and a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) coin-cell battery. System Infor mation Guide 11 Just before you will never need to discharge static electricity from your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module. You can also take the following steps to install the component. If possible, use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads. For instructions about replacing the lithium-ion battery in your computer, see "Replacing a Battery" in a static-safe area. However, should you are ready to prevent damage from ...
Battery Disposal Your computer uses a lithium-ion battery and a nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) coin-cell battery. System Infor mation Guide 11 Just before you will never need to discharge static electricity from your computer's electronic components, such as a memory module. You can also take the following steps to install the component. If possible, use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads. For instructions about replacing the lithium-ion battery in your computer, see "Replacing a Battery" in a static-safe area. However, should you are ready to prevent damage from ...
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... You can use this CD to access the documentation stored on the Drivers and Utilities CD that Dell provides as support tools. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Finding Information and Assistance The following : • Using your computer • Configuring system ...Installing and configuring software • Diagnosing a problem • Technical specifications • Getting technical assistance Drivers and Utilities CD • Dell Diagnostics • Drivers • Utilities • Computer and device documentation See the main menu on your computer. Additional resources may ...
... You can use this CD to access the documentation stored on the Drivers and Utilities CD that Dell provides as support tools. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Finding Information and Assistance The following : • Using your computer • Configuring system ...Installing and configuring software • Diagnosing a problem • Technical specifications • Getting technical assistance Drivers and Utilities CD • Dell Diagnostics • Drivers • Utilities • Computer and device documentation See the main menu on your computer. Additional resources may ...
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... • Frequently asked questions by product number • Customized service tags • System configuration detail Go to premiersupport.dell.com: The Dell Premier Support website is customized for your system • Access documentation about your computer. System Infor mation Guide 13 This...; Downloads for your system • Order or delivery status • Hints and tips, technology papers, service information Go to support.dell.com and complete the one-time registration. • Get help with general usage, installation, and troubleshooting questions. • Obtain answers...
... • Frequently asked questions by product number • Customized service tags • System configuration detail Go to premiersupport.dell.com: The Dell Premier Support website is customized for your system • Access documentation about your computer. System Infor mation Guide 13 This...; Downloads for your system • Order or delivery status • Hints and tips, technology papers, service information Go to support.dell.com and complete the one-time registration. • Get help with general usage, installation, and troubleshooting questions. • Obtain answers...
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The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) you will need to complete the setup of your computer. Connecting the AC Adapter AC Adapter Connection 14 System Infor mation Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer 1 Unpack the accessories box. 2 Set aside the contents of the accessories box, which you have ordered.
The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) you will need to complete the setup of your computer. Connecting the AC Adapter AC Adapter Connection 14 System Infor mation Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer 1 Unpack the accessories box. 2 Set aside the contents of the accessories box, which you have ordered.
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Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire. NOTE: Do not dock the computer until it has been turned on the computer, open the computer display and press the power button. Power Button About Your Computer Front View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. System Infor mation Guide 15 Turning On the Computer To turn on and shut down at least once.
Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire. NOTE: Do not dock the computer until it has been turned on the computer, open the computer display and press the power button. Power Button About Your Computer Front View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. System Infor mation Guide 15 Turning On the Computer To turn on and shut down at least once.
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com 1 2 13 12 3 11 4 10 5 9 8 1 display latch 2 display 3 keyboard 4 microphone 5 device status lights 6 keyboard status lights 7 module bay 7 6 8 touch pad 9 battery bay 10 track stick/touch pad buttons 11 track stick 12 power button 13 AccessDirect™ button 16 System Infor mation Guide
www.dell.com | support.dell.com 1 2 13 12 3 11 4 10 5 9 8 1 display latch 2 display 3 keyboard 4 microphone 5 device status lights 6 keyboard status lights 7 module bay 7 6 8 touch pad 9 battery bay 10 track stick/touch pad buttons 11 track stick 12 power button 13 AccessDirect™ button 16 System Infor mation Guide
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Left Side View 1 2 4 3 1 security cable slot 2 speaker 3 hard drive bay 4 PC Card slot System Infor mation Guide 17
Left Side View 1 2 4 3 1 security cable slot 2 speaker 3 hard drive bay 4 PC Card slot System Infor mation Guide 17
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Right Side View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 1 infrared sensor 5 air vent 2 modem connector 6 audio connectors 3 network connector 7 speaker 4 S-video TV-out connector 18 System Infor mation Guide
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Right Side View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 3 4 7 6 5 1 infrared sensor 5 air vent 2 modem connector 6 audio connectors 3 network connector 7 speaker 4 S-video TV-out connector 18 System Infor mation Guide
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...: To avoid damaging the computer, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before you will lose any Latitude™ C-Family computer except for Latitude CS or CSx computers. Doing so can also use a battery from Dell. Do not use the battery in the air vents. System Infor mation Guide 19 The lithium-ion...
...: To avoid damaging the computer, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before you will lose any Latitude™ C-Family computer except for Latitude CS or CSx computers. Doing so can also use a battery from Dell. Do not use the battery in the air vents. System Infor mation Guide 19 The lithium-ion...
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...For information on these help you call. 20 System Infor mation Guide The Diagnostics are unable to access the online User's Guide, use the Dell Diagnostics to help you determine the cause of the problem and to an electrical outlet. 2 If the computer is either turned off, in...the diagnostic tests provide information you may need when you if your computer does not perform as expected. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 1 Ensure that came with your computer. Running the Dell Diagnostics Dell provides a number of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay. 4 Slide the battery...
...For information on these help you call. 20 System Infor mation Guide The Diagnostics are unable to access the online User's Guide, use the Dell Diagnostics to help you determine the cause of the problem and to an electrical outlet. 2 If the computer is either turned off, in...the diagnostic tests provide information you may need when you if your computer does not perform as expected. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 1 Ensure that came with your computer. Running the Dell Diagnostics Dell provides a number of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay. 4 Slide the battery...