Dell Power Manager Version 1.0 User Guide
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... battery damage. Easily apply default settings and/or prevent users from changing power alerts system events, power management, and battery settings. • System Event Notifications - Manage heat, performance, and acoustic levels. • Group Policies - Accessing the Software To open the Dell Power Manager user interface, click the Windows Start button, and then do one of the following: • Click Control Panel → Dell Power Manager. • Click Control Panel → Power Options, and then click Dell Power Manager in the left pane. • Enter Dell Power Manager...
... battery damage. Easily apply default settings and/or prevent users from changing power alerts system events, power management, and battery settings. • System Event Notifications - Manage heat, performance, and acoustic levels. • Group Policies - Accessing the Software To open the Dell Power Manager user interface, click the Windows Start button, and then do one of the following: • Click Control Panel → Dell Power Manager. • Click Control Panel → Power Options, and then click Dell Power Manager in the left pane. • Enter Dell Power Manager...
Dell Power Manager Version 1.0 User Guide
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... must click (or touch) the battery number (for example, Battery #1, Battery #2, and so on) to a system. Battery Health Battery health indicates the amount of charge that depends on the total number of batteries installed in the upper-right corner of the Battery Information screen, or go to indicate battery health: • Bright green (Excellent) - Battery is recommended to display its details. Dell Power Manager only displays the details of one battery at a rate that...
... must click (or touch) the battery number (for example, Battery #1, Battery #2, and so on) to a system. Battery Health Battery health indicates the amount of charge that depends on the total number of batteries installed in the upper-right corner of the Battery Information screen, or go to indicate battery health: • Bright green (Excellent) - Battery is recommended to display its details. Dell Power Manager only displays the details of one battery at a rate that...
Dell Power Manager Version 1.0 User Guide
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... is optimized for users who need the battery to change (Battery #1, Battery #2, and so on). 2. Quickly charges the battery using Dell fast-charge technology. Creating a Custom Battery Setting The Custom battery setting enables users to define when a battery will cause the battery to stop charging. Under Stop Charging, move the slider to the percentage threshold at which the battery will stop charging, or enter a number in the system BIOS. 4. Click (or touch) Save. 8 Possible battery settings include: • Adaptive - Charge time may be...
... is optimized for users who need the battery to change (Battery #1, Battery #2, and so on). 2. Quickly charges the battery using Dell fast-charge technology. Creating a Custom Battery Setting The Custom battery setting enables users to define when a battery will cause the battery to stop charging. Under Stop Charging, move the slider to the percentage threshold at which the battery will stop charging, or enter a number in the system BIOS. 4. Click (or touch) Save. 8 Possible battery settings include: • Adaptive - Charge time may be...
Dell Power Manager Version 1.0 User Guide
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... the system and individual batteries' configuration is disabled. 1. c) Optionally, select Copy the same settings to set the times of day when Advanced Charge is active and inactive. 6. NOTE: You can use either the circular slider or the drop-down menus to end of a typical work day. c) Optionally, select Copy the same settings to enable Advanced Charge. Enabling Advanced Charge Advanced Charge is not enabled by charging them to full...
... the system and individual batteries' configuration is disabled. 1. c) Optionally, select Copy the same settings to set the times of day when Advanced Charge is active and inactive. 6. NOTE: You can use either the circular slider or the drop-down menus to end of a typical work day. c) Optionally, select Copy the same settings to enable Advanced Charge. Enabling Advanced Charge Advanced Charge is not enabled by charging them to full...
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... Dell Power Manager: • Wireless-Windows 7 and Windows 8 • Media Share-Windows 7 and Windows 8 Each Dell Enhanced Power Plan optimizes the Dell Enhanced Settings based on Precision notebooks only.) • Cool - however, when using Enhanced Battery Life power plan, the users can change the state of whether the system is plugged in or operating from battery power. Limits the CPU and fan speed to run time by powering down nonessential ports and components and adjusting display settings. • Pro Audio/Video - When using...
... Dell Power Manager: • Wireless-Windows 7 and Windows 8 • Media Share-Windows 7 and Windows 8 Each Dell Enhanced Power Plan optimizes the Dell Enhanced Settings based on Precision notebooks only.) • Cool - however, when using Enhanced Battery Life power plan, the users can change the state of whether the system is plugged in or operating from battery power. Limits the CPU and fan speed to run time by powering down nonessential ports and components and adjusting display settings. • Pro Audio/Video - When using...
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... the default Windows PolicyDefinitions folder-typically, the default path is displayed in the GPMC under Battery, there's an option to the domain. You can download the Dell Power Manager DUP for your system from the server, it as needed-for the GPO, and then click OK. 2. b) Right-click the Group Policy Objects group and create a new GPO. Obtain and extract the Dell Power ManagerDell Update Package...
... the default Windows PolicyDefinitions folder-typically, the default path is displayed in the GPMC under Battery, there's an option to the domain. You can download the Dell Power Manager DUP for your system from the server, it as needed-for the GPO, and then click OK. 2. b) Right-click the Group Policy Objects group and create a new GPO. Obtain and extract the Dell Power ManagerDell Update Package...
Owner's Manual
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... to change the order in the main screen displays a message that prompts you to save any unsaved changes and restarts the system. Displays the System Setup help file. System Setup Options NOTE: Depending on your computer. • System Information • Memory Information • Processor Information • Device Information Battery Information Boot Sequence Displays the charge status of the battery. The options are selected. • Diskette Drive • Internal HDD •...
... to change the order in the main screen displays a message that prompts you to save any unsaved changes and restarts the system. Displays the System Setup help file. System Setup Options NOTE: Depending on your computer. • System Information • Memory Information • Processor Information • Device Information Battery Information Boot Sequence Displays the charge status of the battery. The options are selected. • Diskette Drive • Internal HDD •...
Owner's Manual
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... Mode in . The option is enabled by default. Allows you to activate the adapter warning messages when certain power adapters are : • Serial Mouse • PS2 Mouse • Touchpad/PS-2 Mouse (Default Setting) Specifies if the NumLock function can be enabled when the computer boots. The options are used. The option is asleep. This option is disabled by default. • Enable Numlock Allows you to enable the system to enable this opiton. Option Advanced Battery Charge Configuration Primary Battery Charge Configuration Battery Slice Charge Configuration Module...
... Mode in . The option is enabled by default. Allows you to activate the adapter warning messages when certain power adapters are : • Serial Mouse • PS2 Mouse • Touchpad/PS-2 Mouse (Default Setting) Specifies if the NumLock function can be enabled when the computer boots. The options are used. The option is asleep. This option is disabled by default. • Enable Numlock Allows you to enable the system to enable this opiton. Option Advanced Battery Charge Configuration Primary Battery Charge Configuration Battery Slice Charge Configuration Module...
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... a power outlet 1. For laptops, ensure that your computer's Service Tag or Express Service Code: NOTE: To locate the Service Tag, click Where is fully charged and connected to clear the log. Restart the computer. 2. NOTE: If you have your computer battery is my Service Tag? Displays the thermal events and allows you to install the updated BIOS settings on your computer. 13. The File Download window appears. 12. Enter the Service...
... a power outlet 1. For laptops, ensure that your computer's Service Tag or Express Service Code: NOTE: To locate the Service Tag, click Where is fully charged and connected to clear the log. Restart the computer. 2. NOTE: If you have your computer battery is my Service Tag? Displays the thermal events and allows you to install the updated BIOS settings on your computer. 13. The File Download window appears. 12. Enter the Service...
Re-image Guide
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Dell Latitude Ultrabook, E-Family & Mobile Precision Reimage "How-To" Guide 2.3 Latest Drivers / Applications and Utilities Dell recommends always obtaining the latest and most updated BIOS, drivers, firmware, and applications. Dell validated and tested drivers and applications are located on Dell's support web site http://support.dell.com/ o Enter the Service Tag or select the product model and the model number o Select Operating System (32-Bit or 64-Bit version must be selected) o Choose drivers and downloads
Dell Latitude Ultrabook, E-Family & Mobile Precision Reimage "How-To" Guide 2.3 Latest Drivers / Applications and Utilities Dell recommends always obtaining the latest and most updated BIOS, drivers, firmware, and applications. Dell validated and tested drivers and applications are located on Dell's support web site http://support.dell.com/ o Enter the Service Tag or select the product model and the model number o Select Operating System (32-Bit or 64-Bit version must be selected) o Choose drivers and downloads
Re-image Guide
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... available on Dell's driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com) under the "Chipset" section 2.6.2 Dell System Software for critical Microsoft QFEs o Dell recommends installing all of the latest available fixes specific to the systems o For 1st, 2nd, &3rd generation Latitude E-Family & Mobile Precision, these are available through the Dell System Software utility posted on Operating Systems in chapter 2.6.22) 2.6.3 Media Memory Card Controller o Microsoft Operating Systems do not include the Memory Card controller driver. The...
... available on Dell's driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com) under the "Chipset" section 2.6.2 Dell System Software for critical Microsoft QFEs o Dell recommends installing all of the latest available fixes specific to the systems o For 1st, 2nd, &3rd generation Latitude E-Family & Mobile Precision, these are available through the Dell System Software utility posted on Operating Systems in chapter 2.6.22) 2.6.3 Media Memory Card Controller o Microsoft Operating Systems do not include the Memory Card controller driver. The...
Re-image Guide
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... Pro Graphics with service packs earlier than Service pack-3 and for 2nd generation Latitude E-Family & Mobile Precision) o Intel Turbo Boost driver is available on platforms meeting both of following criteria: 1. This applies to Intel graphics solution only 2.6.7 Intel Turbo Boost Driver (only for Latitude E-Family & mobile Precision 1st generation only, the Audio driver must be installed prior to be installed on Dell's driver & downloads support...
... Pro Graphics with service packs earlier than Service pack-3 and for 2nd generation Latitude E-Family & Mobile Precision) o Intel Turbo Boost driver is available on platforms meeting both of following criteria: 1. This applies to Intel graphics solution only 2.6.7 Intel Turbo Boost Driver (only for Latitude E-Family & mobile Precision 1st generation only, the Audio driver must be installed prior to be installed on Dell's driver & downloads support...
Re-image Guide
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... the "CPU" section 2.6.8 Integrated Wired Network Controller (Ethernet) - Install the following Dell driver for the Dell Data Protection | Access suite. o Microsoft Operating System does not have the desired drivers and applications necessary for 2nd generation Latitude E-Family & Mobile Precision, the Control Point Security Device driver needs to 1st & 2nd generations Latitude E-Family & Mobile Precision only) 2.6.9.1 Control Point Security Device Driver Note: for the security functions offered on Dell's driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com...
... the "CPU" section 2.6.8 Integrated Wired Network Controller (Ethernet) - Install the following Dell driver for the Dell Data Protection | Access suite. o Microsoft Operating System does not have the desired drivers and applications necessary for 2nd generation Latitude E-Family & Mobile Precision, the Control Point Security Device driver needs to 1st & 2nd generations Latitude E-Family & Mobile Precision only) 2.6.9.1 Control Point Security Device Driver Note: for the security functions offered on Dell's driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com...
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... driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com) under the "Control Point" section 2.6.9.2 Control Point System Manager o Dell Control Point System Manager module is a Dell developed modular application providing a complete set of Control Point in addition to Table B1 under "Control Point" section - Not required for 1.4 and beyond) o For Ambient Light Sensor (ALS), install the Dell Ambient Light Sensor Utility component of power management configuring and alerting capabilities: o Battery Status o Power Scheme and Sleep Mode o Display and Devices o Keyboard Backlighting and Hotkeys...
... driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com) under the "Control Point" section 2.6.9.2 Control Point System Manager o Dell Control Point System Manager module is a Dell developed modular application providing a complete set of Control Point in addition to Table B1 under "Control Point" section - Not required for 1.4 and beyond) o For Ambient Light Sensor (ALS), install the Dell Ambient Light Sensor Utility component of power management configuring and alerting capabilities: o Battery Status o Power Scheme and Sleep Mode o Display and Devices o Keyboard Backlighting and Hotkeys...
Re-image Guide
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...: With Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) you can quickly connect your laptop. o Microsoft Windows XP 32 & 64-Bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64-Bit, and Windows 7/8 32 & 64-Bit Operating Systems do not provide native device driver support for WiMAX controllers featured in Dell E-Family systems. To obtain WiMAX functionality, install the WiMAX software applicable to the WLAN devices installed in the notebook computer. Because it's based on Dell's driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com). Dell Latitude Ultrabook, E-Family...
...: With Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) you can quickly connect your laptop. o Microsoft Windows XP 32 & 64-Bit, Windows Vista 32 & 64-Bit, and Windows 7/8 32 & 64-Bit Operating Systems do not provide native device driver support for WiMAX controllers featured in Dell E-Family systems. To obtain WiMAX functionality, install the WiMAX software applicable to the WLAN devices installed in the notebook computer. Because it's based on Dell's driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com). Dell Latitude Ultrabook, E-Family...
Re-image Guide
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... control setting (varies with the native driver and this may provide a less than optimal user experience o Dell recommends installing the appropriate Dell Touchpad driver for the following user experience benefits: 1. Dell Latitude Ultrabook, E-Family & Mobile Precision Reimage "How-To" Guide 2.6.19 Touchpad o Microsoft XP 32 & 64-Bit, Vista 32 & 64-Bit, and Win7/8 32 & 64-Bit Operating Systems do not include the Dell Touchpad drivers o The Microsoft native OS mouse driver...
... control setting (varies with the native driver and this may provide a less than optimal user experience o Dell recommends installing the appropriate Dell Touchpad driver for the following user experience benefits: 1. Dell Latitude Ultrabook, E-Family & Mobile Precision Reimage "How-To" Guide 2.6.19 Touchpad o Microsoft XP 32 & 64-Bit, Vista 32 & 64-Bit, and Win7/8 32 & 64-Bit Operating Systems do not include the Dell Touchpad drivers o The Microsoft native OS mouse driver...
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... Dell Control Point Connection Manager module is installed, the Conexant modem driver does not need to be installed 2.6.22 Intel vPro or AMT (Applicable ONLY to vPro Configurations) o Intel Active Management Technology (Intel AMT) allows users to easily manage networked computers to date o Ensure that the following driver provided by Dell: 1. Remotely repair systems even after operating system failures 3. Install the following driver provided by Dell are available on Dell's driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com...
... Dell Control Point Connection Manager module is installed, the Conexant modem driver does not need to be installed 2.6.22 Intel vPro or AMT (Applicable ONLY to vPro Configurations) o Intel Active Management Technology (Intel AMT) allows users to easily manage networked computers to date o Ensure that the following driver provided by Dell: 1. Remotely repair systems even after operating system failures 3. Install the following driver provided by Dell are available on Dell's driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com...
Re-image Guide
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... Flash - Under BIOS settings -> system configuration Latitude ON - These updates can be downloaded from Windowsupdate.Microsoft.com 2.6.27 Latitude ON / Precision ON - In order to determine the appropriate software to install, boot to ensure the latest security, reliability, and compatibility updates are installed. ARM module is installed: Install the "Control Point Button Service" in Windows available on Dell's driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com) under the "Control Point" section NOTE: If you installed the Dell Control Point Connection Manager...
... Flash - Under BIOS settings -> system configuration Latitude ON - These updates can be downloaded from Windowsupdate.Microsoft.com 2.6.27 Latitude ON / Precision ON - In order to determine the appropriate software to install, boot to ensure the latest security, reliability, and compatibility updates are installed. ARM module is installed: Install the "Control Point Button Service" in Windows available on Dell's driver & downloads support web site (support.dell.com) under the "Control Point" section NOTE: If you installed the Dell Control Point Connection Manager...
Re-image Guide
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..., the wireless adapter only supports one of them being active at the same time? a. After installing the drivers and you have an unknown device yellow bang in the Control Point Security Device Driver pack? For E-Family 2nd generation you need to install the Control Point Security Device Driver Pack 3. a. Broadcom Trusted Platform Module 2. Dell Latitude Ultrabook, E-Family & Mobile Precision Reimage "How-To" Guide Appendix C General Re-Imaging FAQs 1. Dell Smart Card Keyboard...
..., the wireless adapter only supports one of them being active at the same time? a. After installing the drivers and you have an unknown device yellow bang in the Control Point Security Device Driver pack? For E-Family 2nd generation you need to install the Control Point Security Device Driver Pack 3. a. Broadcom Trusted Platform Module 2. Dell Latitude Ultrabook, E-Family & Mobile Precision Reimage "How-To" Guide Appendix C General Re-Imaging FAQs 1. Dell Smart Card Keyboard...
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... Windows OS installed? View battery health info. Discreet Graphics Fn+E to enable/disable Privacy screen v1.2 v1.2 v1.2 v1.0 v1.2.01 "Color Space" Panel Settings for RGB LED Displays (17" only) Provides system level controls for Performance, temperature and sound levels) Digidesign Audio/Video mode Inactivate display and system timeouts when activating an external display using FnF8. Dell Latitude Ultrabook, E-Family & Mobile Precision Reimage "How-To" Guide Appendix D Tables - Control Point System Manager Features - Only power...
... Windows OS installed? View battery health info. Discreet Graphics Fn+E to enable/disable Privacy screen v1.2 v1.2 v1.2 v1.0 v1.2.01 "Color Space" Panel Settings for RGB LED Displays (17" only) Provides system level controls for Performance, temperature and sound levels) Digidesign Audio/Video mode Inactivate display and system timeouts when activating an external display using FnF8. Dell Latitude Ultrabook, E-Family & Mobile Precision Reimage "How-To" Guide Appendix D Tables - Control Point System Manager Features - Only power...
