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...View 12 Using a Battery 13 Battery Performance 13 Checking the Battery Charge 14 Conserving Battery Power 15 Power Management Modes 15 Standby Mode 15 Hibernate Mode 16 Configuring Power Management Settings 17 Charging the Battery 17 Replacing the Battery 17 Storing a Battery 18 ...Troubleshooting 19 Lockups and Software Problems 19 Dell Diagnostics 20 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 20 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 21 Starting the Dell ...
...View 12 Using a Battery 13 Battery Performance 13 Checking the Battery Charge 14 Conserving Battery Power 15 Power Management Modes 15 Standby Mode 15 Hibernate Mode 16 Configuring Power Management Settings 17 Charging the Battery 17 Replacing the Battery 17 Storing a Battery 18 ...Troubleshooting 19 Lockups and Software Problems 19 Dell Diagnostics 20 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 20 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive 21 Starting the Dell ...
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... system product key label is already installed on your online User's Guide. The operating system is located on network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" in the...
... system product key label is already installed on your online User's Guide. The operating system is located on network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. • How to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" in the...
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... ordered. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the computer and to the electrical outlet. 4 Open the computer display and press the power button to turn on page 10). The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as a printer.
... ordered. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the computer and to the electrical outlet. 4 Open the computer display and press the power button to turn on page 10). The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as a printer.
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About Your Computer Front View 1 2 3 13 12 4 11 10 5 9 6 8 1 display latch 4 device status lights 7 touch pad 10 keyboard status lights 13 ambient light sensor 7 2 display 3 power button 5 speakers (2) 6 keyboard 8 touch pad/track stick buttons 9 track stick 11 volume control buttons 12 mute button 10 Quick Reference Guide
About Your Computer Front View 1 2 3 13 12 4 11 10 5 9 6 8 1 display latch 4 device status lights 7 touch pad 10 keyboard status lights 13 ambient light sensor 7 2 display 3 power button 5 speakers (2) 6 keyboard 8 touch pad/track stick buttons 9 track stick 11 volume control buttons 12 mute button 10 Quick Reference Guide
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Back View 123 4 5 67 8 1 network connector (RJ-45) 4 modem connector (RJ-11) 7 AC adapter connector 2 S-video TV-out connector 5 serial connector 8 air vents 3 powered USB connector 6 video connector Bottom View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed ...
Back View 123 4 5 67 8 1 network connector (RJ-45) 4 modem connector (RJ-11) 7 AC adapter connector 2 S-video TV-out connector 5 serial connector 8 air vents 3 powered USB connector 6 video connector Bottom View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed ...
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... display settings, 3D screen savers, or other computers with your computer. Keep the battery away from other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in maximum performance mode (see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty...Power Meter tab. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can install an optional second battery in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Do not dispose of a lithium-ion battery. CAUTION: Misuse of fire or chemical burn. Quick Reference Guide 13 Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell...
... display settings, 3D screen savers, or other computers with your computer. Keep the battery away from other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in maximum performance mode (see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty...Power Meter tab. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can install an optional second battery in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Do not dispose of a lithium-ion battery. CAUTION: Misuse of fire or chemical burn. Quick Reference Guide 13 Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell...
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..., the battery has no charge. 14 Quick Reference Guide Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is charged. To check the Power Meter, doubleclick the icon on the battery charge. Checking the Battery Charge The... Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the taskbar...
..., the battery has no charge. 14 Quick Reference Guide Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is charged. To check the Power Meter, doubleclick the icon on the battery charge. Checking the Battery Charge The... Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the taskbar...
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... optimize your computer's power usage. Power Management Modes Standby Mode Standby mode conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a low-battery warning. You can change when you when the battery charge is used and recharged. • Place the computer in Dell QuickSet. When the... computer exits standby mode, it returns to the same operating state it was in standby mode, it may lose data. NOTICE: If your computer loses AC and battery power while in before entering standby mode. Conserving ...
... optimize your computer's power usage. Power Management Modes Standby Mode Standby mode conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a low-battery warning. You can change when you when the battery charge is used and recharged. • Place the computer in Dell QuickSet. When the... computer exits standby mode, it returns to the same operating state it was in standby mode, it may lose data. NOTICE: If your computer loses AC and battery power while in before entering standby mode. Conserving ...
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...hold , and then click Hibernate. To manually enter hibernate mode: • Click Start or → Turn off the computer. Press the power button. - The computer may not operate correctly after the computer exits hibernate mode. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while... your computer is in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, use one of the following methods: - Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level ...
...hold , and then click Hibernate. To manually enter hibernate mode: • Click Start or → Turn off the computer. Press the power button. - The computer may not operate correctly after the computer exits hibernate mode. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while... your computer is in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, use one of the following methods: - Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level ...
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... the battery in the computer for as long as you like. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is located in the media bay, see "Power Problems" in your online User's Guide. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the ... a battery while the computer is too hot to work with a battery, see "Using Multimedia" in your Dell™ computer. Do not use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows Power Options Properties to an electrical outlet. You can use a battery from other external cables from the computer. If...
... the battery in the computer for as long as you like. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is located in the media bay, see "Power Problems" in your online User's Guide. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the ... a battery while the computer is too hot to work with a battery, see "Using Multimedia" in your Dell™ computer. Do not use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows Power Options Properties to an electrical outlet. You can use a battery from other external cables from the computer. If...
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... or on the screen. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off . C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I Z A R D - If ...R O F F - Then restart your computer. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off . A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F -
... or on the screen. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off . C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I Z A R D - If ...R O F F - Then restart your computer. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off . A solid blue screen appears TU R N T H E C O M P U T E R O F F -
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... the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that is connected to be powered down and restart the computer. Select Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your online User's Guide for instructions. 1 Ensure that...
... the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and press . NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see a message stating that is connected to be powered down and restart the computer. Select Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your online User's Guide for instructions. 1 Ensure that...
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...17 checking the charge, 14 performance, 13 power meter, 14 removing, 17 storing, 18 C CDs/DVDs Drivers and Utilities, 5 operating system, 8 computer crashes, 19 slow performance, 20 stops responding, 19 D Dell Diagnostics, 20 Dell support site, 7 diagnostics Dell, 20 documentation End User License Agreement, 5...Service Tag, 6 O operating system media, 8 reinstalling, 8 P power hibernate mode, 16 standby mode, 15 problems blue screen, 19 computer crashes, 19 computer does not start up, 19 computer stops responding, 19 Dell Diagnostics, 20 lockups, 19 program crashes, 19 program stops responding,...
...17 checking the charge, 14 performance, 13 power meter, 14 removing, 17 storing, 18 C CDs/DVDs Drivers and Utilities, 5 operating system, 8 computer crashes, 19 slow performance, 20 stops responding, 19 D Dell Diagnostics, 20 Dell support site, 7 diagnostics Dell, 20 documentation End User License Agreement, 5...Service Tag, 6 O operating system media, 8 reinstalling, 8 P power hibernate mode, 16 standby mode, 15 problems blue screen, 19 computer crashes, 19 computer does not start up, 19 computer stops responding, 19 Dell Diagnostics, 20 lockups, 19 program crashes, 19 program stops responding,...
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... 28 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 29 Checking the Battery Charge 30 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 30 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 30 Charge Gauge 30 Low-Battery Warning 31 Conserving Battery Power 31 Power Management Modes 31 Standby Mode 31 Hibernate Mode 32 Configuring Power Management Settings 33 Charging the Battery 33 Contents 3
... 28 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 29 Checking the Battery Charge 30 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 30 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 30 Charge Gauge 30 Low-Battery Warning 31 Conserving Battery Power 31 Power Management Modes 31 Standby Mode 31 Hibernate Mode 32 Configuring Power Management Settings 33 Charging the Battery 33 Contents 3
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Replacing the Battery 33 Storing a Battery 34 4 Using the Keyboard Numeric Keypad 35 Key Combinations 35 System Functions 35 Battery 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 36 Touch Pad 37 Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick 38 Changing the Track Stick ...
Replacing the Battery 33 Storing a Battery 34 4 Using the Keyboard Numeric Keypad 35 Key Combinations 35 System Functions 35 Battery 36 Display Functions 36 Power Management 36 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 36 Touch Pad 37 Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick 38 Changing the Track Stick ...
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... 76 Accessing the Dell Support Utility 76 Clicking the Dell Support Icon 76 Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon 77 Drive Problems 77 CD and DVD drive problems 78 Hard drive problems 78 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 79 Error Messages ...screen appears 85 Other software problems 85 Memory Problems 86 Network Problems 86 General 86 PC Card or ExpressCard Problems 87 Power Problems 87 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 88 Docking Power Considerations 88 Printer Problems 89 Scanner Problems 89 Sound and Speaker Problems 90 No sound from integrated speakers 90 No...
... 76 Accessing the Dell Support Utility 76 Clicking the Dell Support Icon 76 Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon 77 Drive Problems 77 CD and DVD drive problems 78 Hard drive problems 78 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 79 Error Messages ...screen appears 85 Other software problems 85 Memory Problems 86 Network Problems 86 General 86 PC Card or ExpressCard Problems 87 Power Problems 87 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer 88 Docking Power Considerations 88 Printer Problems 89 Scanner Problems 89 Sound and Speaker Problems 90 No sound from integrated speakers 90 No...
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... Click the topic that came with your computer. The operating system is located on network activity, the Power Management Dell QuickSet Help Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. Your operating system product key label is already installed on page 129. • How to reinstall...your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System CD (see "Dell™ QuickSet" on your CD varies based on page 104). NOTE: The color of your computer. To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the Quickset icon in the Microsoft® Windows® ...
... Click the topic that came with your computer. The operating system is located on network activity, the Power Management Dell QuickSet Help Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. Your operating system product key label is already installed on page 129. • How to reinstall...your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System CD (see "Dell™ QuickSet" on your CD varies based on page 104). NOTE: The color of your computer. To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the Quickset icon in the Microsoft® Windows® ...
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...(which may take several seconds). 1 display latch 4 device status lights 7 touch pad 10 keyboard status lights 13 ambient light sensor 2 display 3 power button 5 speakers (2) 6 keyboard 8 touch pad/track stick buttons 9 track stick 11 volume control buttons 12 mute button D I S P ...174; operating system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button. D I S P L A Y L A T C H - P O W E R B U T T O N - If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your display, see "Power Management Modes" on page 43. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS...
...(which may take several seconds). 1 display latch 4 device status lights 7 touch pad 10 keyboard status lights 13 ambient light sensor 2 display 3 power button 5 speakers (2) 6 keyboard 8 touch pad/track stick buttons 9 track stick 11 volume control buttons 12 mute button D I S P ...174; operating system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button. D I S P L A Y L A T C H - P O W E R B U T T O N - If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your display, see "Power Management Modes" on page 43. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS...
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... as well as follows: - Provides the functionality of a mouse. When you slide your finger over the reader, it uses your unique fingerprint to authenticate your Dell™ computer secure. Turns on when Bluetooth® wireless technology is low. - S P E A K E R - K E Y B O A R D - T O U C H P A D / T R A C K S T I O N A L ) - ... is charging. - Turns on page 35. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is in a power management mode. For more information, see the documentation that controls the fingerprint reader, see "Customizing the Touch Pad and Track...
... as well as follows: - Provides the functionality of a mouse. When you slide your finger over the reader, it uses your unique fingerprint to authenticate your Dell™ computer secure. Turns on when Bluetooth® wireless technology is low. - S P E A K E R - K E Y B O A R D - T O U C H P A D / T R A C K S T I O N A L ) - ... is charging. - Turns on page 35. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is in a power management mode. For more information, see the documentation that controls the fingerprint reader, see "Customizing the Touch Pad and Track...
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... computer or cause a fire. 123 4 5 67 8 1 network connector (RJ-45) 4 modem connector (RJ-11) 7 AC adapter connector 2 S-video TV-out connector 5 serial connector 8 air vents 3 powered USB connector 6 video connector NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) NOTICE: The network connector is running. Connects the computer to the connector indicate status and activity for...
... computer or cause a fire. 123 4 5 67 8 1 network connector (RJ-45) 4 modem connector (RJ-11) 7 AC adapter connector 2 S-video TV-out connector 5 serial connector 8 air vents 3 powered USB connector 6 video connector NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) NOTICE: The network connector is running. Connects the computer to the connector indicate status and activity for...