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... click the Start button, click Help and Support Center, and then click User and system guides). A00 Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Latitude, and TrueMobile are registered trademarks of EMC Corporation. Trademarks used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Bluetooth is the registered trademark of Intel Corporation; EMC is a trademark owned by Dell Computer Corporation under license; NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the...
... click the Start button, click Help and Support Center, and then click User and system guides). A00 Information in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Latitude, and TrueMobile are registered trademarks of EMC Corporation. Trademarks used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Bluetooth is the registered trademark of Intel Corporation; EMC is a trademark owned by Dell Computer Corporation under license; NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either the...
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Contents CAUTION: Safety Instructions 5 General 5 Power 6 Battery 7 Air Travel 8 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Instructions 8 When Using Your Computer 9 Ergonomic Computing Habits 10 When Working Inside Your Computer 10 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 11 Battery Disposal 11 Finding Information for Your Computer 12 Setting Up Your Computer 14 Connecting the Dell™ D/Bay 15 About Your Computer 17 Front View 17 Left View...
Contents CAUTION: Safety Instructions 5 General 5 Power 6 Battery 7 Air Travel 8 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Instructions 8 When Using Your Computer 9 Ergonomic Computing Habits 10 When Working Inside Your Computer 10 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 11 Battery Disposal 11 Finding Information for Your Computer 12 Setting Up Your Computer 14 Connecting the Dell™ D/Bay 15 About Your Computer 17 Front View 17 Left View...
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...working environment from potential damage. System Information Guide 5 Use care when handling the adapter during or immediately after operation. • Do not allow your portable computer to operate with exposed skin can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components. • Do not store your computer includes an integrated or optional (PC Card... Always follow installation instructions closely. • If you use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. • The AC adapter may become hot during normal operation (particularly when AC power is approaching...
...working environment from potential damage. System Information Guide 5 Use care when handling the adapter during or immediately after operation. • Do not allow your portable computer to operate with exposed skin can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components. • Do not store your computer includes an integrated or optional (PC Card... Always follow installation instructions closely. • If you use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. • The AC adapter may become hot during normal operation (particularly when AC power is approaching...
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... cable used with the modem should be equipped with the AC adapter power cable. 6 System Information Guide Do not use with water. Use care when removing PC Cards after their continuous operation. • Before you open the memory module/modem cover on the bottom of another AC adapter may contain flammable substances. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from the power cable...
... cable used with the modem should be equipped with the AC adapter power cable. 6 System Information Guide Do not use with water. Use care when removing PC Cards after their continuous operation. • Before you open the memory module/modem cover on the bottom of another AC adapter may contain flammable substances. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from the power cable...
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... clips) could short-circuit the battery terminals. If the battery is inserted into the power strip. Discard a used battery according to insert the plug incorrectly. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use with extreme care. Dispose of your local waste disposal agency for use caution when plugging the AC adapter's power cable into the mating ground contact of...
... clips) could short-circuit the battery terminals. If the battery is inserted into the power strip. Discard a used battery according to insert the plug incorrectly. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use with extreme care. Dispose of your local waste disposal agency for use caution when plugging the AC adapter's power cable into the mating ground contact of...
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...'s specific instructions as a memory module. See "Dell™ QuickSet Features" in aircraft during certain critical phases of a PED is allowed. Some airlines may further define the critical flight phase as a portable computer, may be prohibited in your User's Guide for example, takeoff and landing. Additionally, the use of flight, for instructions on board an aircraft. If you prefer, you can order a cable...
...'s specific instructions as a memory module. See "Dell™ QuickSet Features" in aircraft during certain critical phases of a PED is allowed. Some airlines may further define the critical flight phase as a portable computer, may be prohibited in your User's Guide for example, takeoff and landing. Additionally, the use of flight, for instructions on board an aircraft. If you prefer, you can order a cable...
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... a device from environmental hazards such as baggage. Also, before using the computer. Hold a component such as a memory module by its edges, not its strain-relief loop, not on power. • When you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, remove any connector pins. You can put the hard drive through...
... a device from environmental hazards such as baggage. Also, before using the computer. Hold a component such as a memory module by its edges, not its strain-relief loop, not on power. • When you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, remove any connector pins. You can put the hard drive through...
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... a device or removing a memory module, Mini PCI card, or modem to help prevent possible damage to the system board. 1 Shut down your computer is not operating properly, contact Dell (see "Getting Help" in one direction, moving from the display quickly and keep the display dry. NOTICE: The only time you should ever access the inside of your online User's Guide when setting up and using your User's Guide...
... a device or removing a memory module, Mini PCI card, or modem to help prevent possible damage to the system board. 1 Shut down your computer is not operating properly, contact Dell (see "Getting Help" in one direction, moving from the display quickly and keep the display dry. NOTICE: The only time you should ever access the inside of your online User's Guide when setting up and using your User's Guide...
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... by an authorized service technician. For instructions about replacing the lithium-ion battery in a static-safe area. Battery Disposal Your computer uses a lithium-ion battery and a reserve battery. Do not dispose of the nearest battery deposit site. When Using Your Computer (continued) 4 Ground yourself by touching any unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer to remove any static charge your body may...
... by an authorized service technician. For instructions about replacing the lithium-ion battery in a static-safe area. Battery Disposal Your computer uses a lithium-ion battery and a reserve battery. Do not dispose of the nearest battery deposit site. When Using Your Computer (continued) 4 Ground yourself by touching any unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer to remove any static charge your body may...
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... Instructions Dell System Information Guide NOTE: This document is available in pdf form on support.dell.com. • How to remove and replace parts User's Guide-Windows Help and Support Center • How to obtain technical specifications 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. • How to configure system settings 2 Click User's and system guides and click User's guides. • How to reinstall drivers, run the Dell Diagnostics, or access your documentation. You can use...
... Instructions Dell System Information Guide NOTE: This document is available in pdf form on support.dell.com. • How to remove and replace parts User's Guide-Windows Help and Support Center • How to obtain technical specifications 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. • How to configure system settings 2 Click User's and system guides and click User's guides. • How to reinstall drivers, run the Dell Diagnostics, or access your documentation. You can use...
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... describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on your computer. Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - The product key for ? System Infor mation Guide 13 Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses • Community Forum - Drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Find It Here • Latest drivers for my...
... describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on your computer. Online discussion with other Dell customers • Upgrades - The product key for ? System Infor mation Guide 13 Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses • Community Forum - Drivers, patches, and software updates • Reference - Contact information, order status, warranty, and repair information • Downloads - Find It Here • Latest drivers for my...
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... of the accessories box, which you have ordered. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the computer and to complete the setup of your computer. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you will need to the electrical outlet. 14 Sys...
... of the accessories box, which you have ordered. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the computer and to complete the setup of your computer. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you will need to the electrical outlet. 14 Sys...
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www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Connecting the Dell™ D/Bay To use an optical drive or a floppy drive, connect the Dell D/Bay to the computer: 1 Insert the device into the bay, push the device until you feel a click, and then push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the computer. 2 Connect the D/Bay cable to the Dell D/Bay connector on the computer. See your User's Guide for additional information. 16 Sys t em In for ma t ion Gu id e
www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Connecting the Dell™ D/Bay To use an optical drive or a floppy drive, connect the Dell D/Bay to the computer: 1 Insert the device into the bay, push the device until you feel a click, and then push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the computer. 2 Connect the D/Bay cable to the Dell D/Bay connector on the computer. See your User's Guide for additional information. 16 Sys t em In for ma t ion Gu id e
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About Your Computer Front View display latch mute button volume control buttons microphone track stick touch pad/track stick buttons battery/battery bay display device status lights keyboard status lights power button speaker keyboard touch pad System Infor mation Guide 17
About Your Computer Front View display latch mute button volume control buttons microphone track stick touch pad/track stick buttons battery/battery bay display device status lights keyboard status lights power button speaker keyboard touch pad System Infor mation Guide 17
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... of the procedures in a power management mode, or connected to an electrical outlet. 2 If the computer is connected to replace the battery with your docking device for instructions. 20 Sys t em In for ma t ion Gu id e www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Bottom View battery-bay latch release Bluetooth™ module slot battery battery charge gauge hard drive air intake Service Tag docking connector slot memory module/modem cover Removing a Battery CAUTION: Before you have up...
... of the procedures in a power management mode, or connected to an electrical outlet. 2 If the computer is connected to replace the battery with your docking device for instructions. 20 Sys t em In for ma t ion Gu id e www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com Bottom View battery-bay latch release Bluetooth™ module slot battery battery charge gauge hard drive air intake Service Tag docking connector slot memory module/modem cover Removing a Battery CAUTION: Before you have up...
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... with your computer cannot display a screen image, connect an external monitor and press to switch the video image to a docking device (docked), undock it. If the external monitor does not display a screen image, contact Dell. 1 Shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is located on a hidden Diagnostic utility partition on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay. Installing a Battery Slide the battery into the bay...
... with your computer cannot display a screen image, connect an external monitor and press to switch the video image to a docking device (docked), undock it. If the external monitor does not display a screen image, contact Dell. 1 Shut down the computer. 2 If the computer is located on a hidden Diagnostic utility partition on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay. Installing a Battery Slide the battery into the bay...
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... runs the Pre-boot System 4 Turn on your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from your computer is detected, the computer stops and beeps. Then shut down the mute button and press the power button (instead of each screen. 22 Sys t em In for the option you do not need to begin the...
... runs the Pre-boot System 4 Turn on your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from your computer is detected, the computer stops and beeps. Then shut down the mute button and press the power button (instead of each screen. 22 Sys t em In for the option you do not need to begin the...
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... system setup program, memory, and various internal tests and displays the information in the device list in the following table for more and requires you to increase the possibility of the problem you to your hardware configuration for running the test. Custom Test Tests a specific device. Write down the error code and problem description and follow the instructions on a symptom of tracing the problem quickly. The device list may indicate...
... system setup program, memory, and various internal tests and displays the information in the device list in the following table for more and requires you to increase the possibility of the problem you to your hardware configuration for running the test. Custom Test Tests a specific device. Write down the error code and problem description and follow the instructions on a symptom of tracing the problem quickly. The device list may indicate...
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... the electromagnetic environment. The sections specific to function properly together in a particular installation. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com 10 When you are encouraged to try to the Main Menu screen. If this computer has been designed and determined to be determined by one or more of a radio navigation or other safety service or seriously degrades, obstructs, or...
... the electromagnetic environment. The sections specific to function properly together in a particular installation. www.dell.com | support.euro.dell.com 10 When you are encouraged to try to the Main Menu screen. If this computer has been designed and determined to be determined by one or more of a radio navigation or other safety service or seriously degrades, obstructs, or...
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Drivers and Utilities ResourceCD Dell Dell Readme Dell support.dell.com ¯˙‡· pdf Windows Help and Support Start ÆUser's guides User's and system guides Microsoft Windows 2000 Microsoft® Windows 314
Drivers and Utilities ResourceCD Dell Dell Readme Dell support.dell.com ¯˙‡· pdf Windows Help and Support Start ÆUser's guides User's and system guides Microsoft Windows 2000 Microsoft® Windows 314