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What Are You Looking For? • How to remove and replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to direct your computer. Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License These labels are located on... problems • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Dell™ Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click Start or → Help and Support→ Dell User and System Guides→ System Guides. 2 Click the User's Guide for your call when contacting...
What Are You Looking For? • How to remove and replace parts • Specifications • How to configure system settings • How to direct your computer. Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License These labels are located on... problems • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Dell™ Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click Start or → Help and Support→ Dell User and System Guides→ System Guides. 2 Click the User's Guide for your call when contacting...
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... software 1 Go to view the appropriate support site. • Upgrades - If you reinstall the operating system for your Dell computer. system and installs the updates appropriate for your selections. • Software upgrades and troubleshooting hints - This support provides... with other Dell customers Dell Support Website - NSS provides critical updates for your computer and operating Notebook System Software. NSS is an automated upgrade and notification system installed on the screen. depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white...
... software 1 Go to view the appropriate support site. • Upgrades - If you reinstall the operating system for your Dell computer. system and installs the updates appropriate for your selections. • Software upgrades and troubleshooting hints - This support provides... with other Dell customers Dell Support Website - NSS provides critical updates for your computer and operating Notebook System Software. NSS is an automated upgrade and notification system installed on the screen. depending on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white...
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... consider replacing the battery. If no lights appear, the battery is used and recharged. • Place the computer in before entering standby mode. See "Specifications" in Dell QuickSet. To check the battery health using the Battery Meter in your work immediately after a predetermined period of two ways: by using the charge gauge...
... consider replacing the battery. If no lights appear, the battery is used and recharged. • Place the computer in before entering standby mode. See "Specifications" in Dell QuickSet. To check the battery health using the Battery Meter in your work immediately after a predetermined period of two ways: by using the charge gauge...
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... This typically can take 10 to 20 minutes. If you are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu screen appears, select the test you have selected the Test System option from the numbered list. Performs a thorough check ...and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in the computer. Use to test a specific device or customize the tests to proceed. 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the main menu, the following menu appears. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the ...
... This typically can take 10 to 20 minutes. If you are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 7 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu screen appears, select the test you have selected the Test System option from the numbered list. Performs a thorough check ...and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in the computer. Use to test a specific device or customize the tests to proceed. 6 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the main menu, the following menu appears. Dell Diagnostics Main Menu 1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the ...
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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 .... . 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 Service 141 Contents 9
...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 .... . 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 Service 141 Contents 9
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...mail notification of your Dell computer. Frequently asked questions Dell Support Website - For more information, see "Dell Support Utility" on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - support.dell.com NOTE: Select your region or business segment to support.dell.com, select your... System Software. Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - Upgrade information for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® processors, optical drives, and USB devices. What Are You Looking For?...
...mail notification of your Dell computer. Frequently asked questions Dell Support Website - For more information, see "Dell Support Utility" on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers • Downloads - support.dell.com NOTE: Select your region or business segment to support.dell.com, select your... System Software. Service call and order status, warranty, and repair information • Service and support - Upgrade information for Dell™ 3.5-inch USB floppy drives, Intel® processors, optical drives, and USB devices. What Are You Looking For?...
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... after a predetermined period of its original charge capacity remains. You can also be set to change the settings for the battery alarms in Dell QuickSet. These options can change when you press the power button, close the display, or press . NOTE: See "Power Management Modes"...Power Management Modes" on the battery as described below and by the number of times the battery is approximately 90 percent depleted. See "Specifications" on page 33 for long periods of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. When the computer exits standby mode, it returns to optimize your...
... after a predetermined period of its original charge capacity remains. You can also be set to change the settings for the battery alarms in Dell QuickSet. These options can change when you press the power button, close the display, or press . NOTE: See "Power Management Modes"...Power Management Modes" on the battery as described below and by the number of times the battery is approximately 90 percent depleted. See "Specifications" on page 33 for long periods of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. When the computer exits standby mode, it returns to optimize your...
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...As you can use the touch pad or track stick to appear larger and can damage an external monitor by using . NOTE: Use only the Dell-installed video drivers, which are not visible, you increase resolution, items appear smaller on the screen. Before adjusting the refresh rate on the screen ... and images to "pan" (or move) the image up, down, left /right to offer the best performance with vision impairments. To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be displayed at one time, and the...
...As you can use the touch pad or track stick to appear larger and can damage an external monitor by using . NOTE: Use only the Dell-installed video drivers, which are not visible, you increase resolution, items appear smaller on the screen. Before adjusting the refresh rate on the screen ... and images to "pan" (or move) the image up, down, left /right to offer the best performance with vision impairments. To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be displayed at one time, and the...
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... CDs usually contain installation and troubleshooting information. Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about the connection requirements for your broadband modem and wait for at least 2 minutes for the broadband modem to the step 13. The Order...
... CDs usually contain installation and troubleshooting information. Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about the connection requirements for your broadband modem and wait for at least 2 minutes for the broadband modem to the step 13. The Order...
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..."Connecting to communicate with your broadband router. • Find out your wireless router's broadcast name. Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for connecting your computer to a network using wireless technology. For information on the type of wireless network card ...determine which wireless configuration utility is managing your wireless network card in the user documentation for that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. If the Choose a wireless network window states Windows cannot configure this connection, the wireless network card's ...
..."Connecting to communicate with your broadband router. • Find out your wireless router's broadcast name. Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for connecting your computer to a network using wireless technology. For information on the type of wireless network card ...determine which wireless configuration utility is managing your wireless network card in the user documentation for that name on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. If the Choose a wireless network window states Windows cannot configure this connection, the wireless network card's ...
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...indicator provides you must enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. To turn the wireless networking function on page 129). For specific information about the Dell QuickSet wireless activity indicator, right-click the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and select Help (see your computer's wireless devices. ...Follow the instructions provided in any utility prompts that you selected, the same pop-up notifies you turn on your computer, see "Dell™ QuickSet" on or off, the wireless activity indicator changes to display the status. Monitoring the Status of the Windows desktop). When...
...indicator provides you must enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. To turn the wireless networking function on page 129). For specific information about the Dell QuickSet wireless activity indicator, right-click the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and select Help (see your computer's wireless devices. ...Follow the instructions provided in any utility prompts that you selected, the same pop-up notifies you turn on your computer, see "Dell™ QuickSet" on or off, the wireless activity indicator changes to display the status. Monitoring the Status of the Windows desktop). When...
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...Need to view your cellular service provider. However, a Mobile Broadband network uses cellular technology and therefore provides Internet access in a specific geographical location, that location may not necessarily be within a cellular-data coverage zone. To set up a Mobile Broadband network connection,...page 59. • An activated Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or activated Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) for your service provider • The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility (already installed on your computer if you purchased the card when you need: • A Mobile Broadband ...
...Need to view your cellular service provider. However, a Mobile Broadband network uses cellular technology and therefore provides Internet access in a specific geographical location, that location may not necessarily be within a cellular-data coverage zone. To set up a Mobile Broadband network connection,...page 59. • An activated Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or activated Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) for your service provider • The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility (already installed on your computer if you purchased the card when you need: • A Mobile Broadband ...
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... and wireless networking is shipped to you, you must first use Location Profile Settings to scan specifically for a few seconds. For more information about Dell QuickSet, see the Dell QuickSet Help. General Mobility Settings allows you need for use when your computer's physical location. NOTE...regardless of different network settings and equipment that you to control WiFi network connections. While working in the system setup program. Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator The wireless switch on page 129. Note that correspond to control WiFi network...
... and wireless networking is shipped to you, you must first use Location Profile Settings to scan specifically for a few seconds. For more information about Dell QuickSet, see the Dell QuickSet Help. General Mobility Settings allows you need for use when your computer's physical location. NOTE...regardless of different network settings and equipment that you to control WiFi network connections. While working in the system setup program. Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator The wireless switch on page 129. Note that correspond to control WiFi network...
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...: A PC Card is not clear, see "Removing a Card or Blank" on page 61. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Using Cards Card Types See "Specifications" on page 131 for use when no PC Card is installed in the card slots.
...: A PC Card is not clear, see "Removing a Card or Blank" on page 61. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Using Cards Card Types See "Specifications" on page 131 for use when no PC Card is installed in the card slots.
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...The following table identifies types and features of your passwords, contact your system administrator or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer or hard drive. The computer does not specifically prompt you for repair or reconfiguration • Allows you forget any of passwords available on page... 143). If you to restrict access to system setup in your computer. If you turn on your protection, Dell support staff will ask ...
...The following table identifies types and features of your passwords, contact your system administrator or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer or hard drive. The computer does not specifically prompt you for repair or reconfiguration • Allows you forget any of passwords available on page... 143). If you to restrict access to system setup in your computer. If you turn on your protection, Dell support staff will ask ...
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If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. Tab Results Errors Function Displays the results of the problem you are having. Use to test a specific device or customize the tests to select tests based on page 143). This ...option allows you to be run a more . Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on a symptom of the test and any error...
If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. Tab Results Errors Function Displays the results of the problem you are having. Use to test a specific device or customize the tests to select tests based on page 143). This ...option allows you to be run a more . Write down the error code and problem description and contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on a symptom of the test and any error...
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... the disk is not listed, see the documentation for example, Printer out of memory recorded in NVRAM does not match the memory installed in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Hard Drive" on page 73). The amount of paper. The file that was running when the message appeared. B A D C O M M A N ... A T I Z E H A S C H A N G E D - Run the hard drive tests in the computer. The operating system is usually followed by specific information-for the operating system or the program that you complete these characters in the system setup program. The computer cannot identify the drive type...
... the disk is not listed, see the documentation for example, Printer out of memory recorded in NVRAM does not match the memory installed in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Hard Drive" on page 73). The amount of paper. The file that was running when the message appeared. B A D C O M M A N ... A T I Z E H A S C H A N G E D - Run the hard drive tests in the computer. The operating system is usually followed by specific information-for the operating system or the program that you complete these characters in the system setup program. The computer cannot identify the drive type...
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... drive is missing an essential file. Then immediately exit the program. The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 73). Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 73). If the problem persists, try to charge the battery. N O B O O...page 143). If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 73). 82 Troubleshooting Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board may require recharging. The computer cannot find a specific track on page 143). Connect your boot ...
... drive is missing an essential file. Then immediately exit the program. The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 73). Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 73). If the problem persists, try to charge the battery. N O B O O...page 143). If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 73). 82 Troubleshooting Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board may require recharging. The computer cannot find a specific track on page 143). Connect your boot ...
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... control the boot devices, select (highlight) a device by the computer) appear less bright. Boot sequence changes take effect. System Setup Screens NOTE: For information about a specific item on a system setup screen, highlight the item and see "Performing a One-Time Boot" on the screen. When you save the changes and exit the...
... control the boot devices, select (highlight) a device by the computer) appear less bright. Boot sequence changes take effect. System Setup Screens NOTE: For information about a specific item on a system setup screen, highlight the item and see "Performing a One-Time Boot" on the screen. When you save the changes and exit the...
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... the driver files. 7 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 8 Click Finish and restart your computer. 6 Click the link of a specific driver or utility to display information about the driver or utility that you want to install. 7 Click the Install button (if present) to display the... of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Audio or Video). 4 Double-click the name of the device for the specific drivers and utilities used by your computer. If instructed to navigate to the driver files, click the CD directory on the screen to display the...
... the driver files. 7 When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 8 Click Finish and restart your computer. 6 Click the link of a specific driver or utility to display information about the driver or utility that you want to install. 7 Click the Install button (if present) to display the... of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Audio or Video). 4 Double-click the name of the device for the specific drivers and utilities used by your computer. If instructed to navigate to the driver files, click the CD directory on the screen to display the...
