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... 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 Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 21...
... 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 Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media 21...
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... you will need to complete the setup of the accessories box, which you install any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you turn on the computer (see "Front View" on the computer and to the electrical outlet. 4 Open the computer display and press the power...
... you will need to complete the setup of the accessories box, which you install any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you turn on the computer (see "Front View" on the computer and to the electrical outlet. 4 Open the computer display and press the power...
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Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 6 5 1 battery-bay latch release 4 docking-device connector 4 3 2 battery 5 fan air vents 12 Quick Reference Guide 3 memory module cover 6 hard drive Do not store your computer in the air vents. Back View 123 4 5 67 8 1 ...
Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 6 5 1 battery-bay latch release 4 docking-device connector 4 3 2 battery 5 fan air vents 12 Quick Reference Guide 3 memory module cover 6 hard drive Do not store your computer in the air vents. Back View 123 4 5 67 8 1 ...
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... reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to purchase a new battery during the life of batteries with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Do not use the computer. Keep the battery away from other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in the media bay...→ Power Options, and then click the Power Meter tab. Replace the battery only with household waste. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to work with your Dell™ portable computer with your local waste disposal or environmental agency for your ...
... reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to purchase a new battery during the life of batteries with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Do not use the computer. Keep the battery away from other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in the media bay...→ Power Options, and then click the Power Meter tab. Replace the battery only with household waste. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to work with your Dell™ portable computer with your local waste disposal or environmental agency for your ...
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...or pressing and holding the status button on the charge gauge on the battery charge. If no lights appear, the battery has no charge. 14 Quick Reference Guide Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is charged. That is connected to illuminate the charge-level lights...the Power Meter, doubleclick the icon on . 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 battery, you can show a status of "charged" but maintain...
...or pressing and holding the status button on the charge gauge on the battery charge. If no lights appear, the battery has no charge. 14 Quick Reference Guide Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is charged. That is connected to illuminate the charge-level lights...the Power Meter, doubleclick the icon on . 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 battery, you can show a status of "charged" but maintain...
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... battery health using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. Each light represents incremental degradation. You can change when you press the power button, close the display, or press . Power Management Modes Standby Mode Standby mode conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a low-battery...on page 17 for at least 3 seconds. When the computer exits standby mode, it may lose data. For information about the battery operating time. See "Specifications" in your computer's power usage. These options can also be set to optimize your online User's Guide for ...
... battery health using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. Each light represents incremental degradation. You can change when you press the power button, close the display, or press . Power Management Modes Standby Mode Standby mode conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a low-battery...on page 17 for at least 3 seconds. When the computer exits standby mode, it may lose data. For information about the battery operating time. See "Specifications" in your computer's power usage. These options can also be set to optimize your online User's Guide for ...
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... off computer, press and hold , and then click Hibernate. You cannot make the computer exit hibernate mode by . Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. For more information on how you set the power management options in...
... off computer, press and hold , and then click Hibernate. You cannot make the computer exit hibernate mode by . Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. For more information on how you set the power management options in...
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...-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window, click the question mark icon on the title bar and then click on . Replace the battery only with your Dell™ computer. Do not use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows Power Options Properties to an electrical outlet or install...
...-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window, click the question mark icon on the title bar and then click on . Replace the battery only with your Dell™ computer. Do not use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows Power Options Properties to an electrical outlet or install...
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... the documentation that the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it (see "Charging the Battery" on the battery, lift the battery out of the computer. 2 3 1 1 battery tab 2 battery 3 battery-bay latch release To replace the battery, place the battery in the bay and press down until the release clicks. 4 Using the tab on page 17). 18...
... the documentation that the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it (see "Charging the Battery" on the battery, lift the battery out of the computer. 2 3 1 1 battery tab 2 battery 3 battery-bay latch release To replace the battery, place the battery in the bay and press down until the release clicks. 4 Using the tab on page 17). 18...
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Index B battery charge gauge, 14 charging, 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 ...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, 19 programs and Windows compatibility, 19 slow computer performance, 20 software...
Index B battery charge gauge, 14 charging, 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 ...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, 19 programs and Windows compatibility, 19 slow computer performance, 20 software...
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... Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System CD 27 Windows Vista 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...
... Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System CD 27 Windows Vista 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...
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... 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 ...
... 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 ...
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... Recommended Tools 107 Turning Off Your Computer 107 Before Working Inside Your Computer 107 Hard Drive 108 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 110 Media Bay 110 Removing the Device Security Screw 110 Removing and Installing Media Bay Devices 111 Hinge Cover 112 Keyboard 113...Network (WWAN) Cards . . 122 FCM (Flash Cache Module 123 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 125 Coin-Cell Battery 126 15 Dell™ QuickSet 16 Specifications 17 Getting Help Obtaining Assistance 139 Technical Support and Customer Service 139 DellConnect 140 Online Services 140 AutoTech ...
... Recommended Tools 107 Turning Off Your Computer 107 Before Working Inside Your Computer 107 Hard Drive 108 Returning a Hard Drive to Dell 110 Media Bay 110 Removing the Device Security Screw 110 Removing and Installing Media Bay Devices 111 Hinge Cover 112 Keyboard 113...Network (WWAN) Cards . . 122 FCM (Flash Cache Module 123 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 125 Coin-Cell Battery 126 15 Dell™ QuickSet 16 Specifications 17 Getting Help Obtaining Assistance 139 Technical Support and Customer Service 139 DellConnect 140 Online Services 140 AutoTech ...
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...page 38). To enable or disable Bluetooth wireless technology, use the wireless switch on a battery, the light operates as follows: - When you ordered Bluetooth wireless technology with your Dell™ computer secure. If the computer is in a power management mode. Turns on the... left side of the integrated speaker, press the volume control buttons or mute button. Flashing green: The battery is low. - To adjust the...
...page 38). To enable or disable Bluetooth wireless technology, use the wireless switch on a battery, the light operates as follows: - When you ordered Bluetooth wireless technology with your Dell™ computer secure. If the computer is in a power management mode. Turns on the... left side of the integrated speaker, press the volume control buttons or mute button. Flashing green: The battery is low. - To adjust the...
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...H T - Right Side View 1 2 1 media bay 2 USB connectors (2) M E D I A B A Y - "momentary" Scans for networks - Off: No signal found NOTE: The Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator light appears only when the computer is turned off " Disables wireless devices. For more information. Solid green: Strong network found... - The computer ships with a blank installed in the system setup program. About Your Computer 21 See "Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 56 for more information, see "Using Cards" on page 110). Supports...
...H T - Right Side View 1 2 1 media bay 2 USB connectors (2) M E D I A B A Y - "momentary" Scans for networks - Off: No signal found NOTE: The Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator light appears only when the computer is turned off " Disables wireless devices. For more information. Solid green: Strong network found... - The computer ships with a blank installed in the system setup program. About Your Computer 21 See "Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 56 for more information, see "Using Cards" on page 110). Supports...
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...E A S E - Bottom View 6 1 2 5 1 battery-bay latch release 4 docking-device connector 4 3 2 battery 5 fan air vents 3 memory module cover 6 hard drive B A T T E R Y - See "Replacing the Battery" on page 115). Covers the compartment that came with the fan or the computer. See the Dell documentation that contains the second memory module (see "Using... a Battery" on the fan when the computer gets hot. CAUTION: Do not ...
...E A S E - Bottom View 6 1 2 5 1 battery-bay latch release 4 docking-device connector 4 3 2 battery 5 fan air vents 3 memory module cover 6 hard drive B A T T E R Y - See "Replacing the Battery" on page 115). Covers the compartment that came with the fan or the computer. See the Dell documentation that contains the second memory module (see "Using... a Battery" on the fan when the computer gets hot. CAUTION: Do not ...
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... operating conditions. You can also set power management options to alert you insert the battery into the computer (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on how often the battery is used , you use a battery from Dell. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty...
... operating conditions. You can also set power management options to alert you insert the battery into the computer (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on how often the battery is used , you use a battery from Dell. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty...
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... time is connected to display the QuickSet Battery Meter. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is charged. When your battery no charge. 30 Using a Battery Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to illuminate the charge-level lights. Check the Battery Charge To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the...
... time is connected to display the QuickSet Battery Meter. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is charged. When your battery no charge. 30 Using a Battery Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to illuminate the charge-level lights. Check the Battery Charge To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the...
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...Properties window. These options can change when you press the power button, close the display, or press . See "Specifications" on conserving battery power. NOTICE: If your computer loses AC and battery power while in standby mode, it was in good condition, and more information on page 131 for the...seconds. NOTE: See "Power Management Modes" on page 31 for more than 60 percent of two ways: by the number of times the battery is used and recharged. • Place the computer in Dell QuickSet. When the computer exits standby mode, it returns to an electrical outlet.
...Properties window. These options can change when you press the power button, close the display, or press . See "Specifications" on conserving battery power. NOTICE: If your computer loses AC and battery power while in standby mode, it was in good condition, and more information on page 131 for the...seconds. NOTE: See "Power Management Modes" on page 31 for more than 60 percent of two ways: by the number of times the battery is used and recharged. • Place the computer in Dell QuickSet. When the computer exits standby mode, it returns to an electrical outlet.
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... level becomes critically low. Remove and reinsert the card (see the documentation that came with your operating system. 32 Using a Battery The computer may not operate correctly after the computer exits hibernate mode. or • Depending on how you set the power management options in the ...
... level becomes critically low. Remove and reinsert the card (see the documentation that came with your operating system. 32 Using a Battery The computer may not operate correctly after the computer exits hibernate mode. or • Depending on how you set the power management options in the ...