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and 16-MB fast-page memory modules in CD-ROM drive - A built-in the two memory sockets on the system board. • 128-bit accelerated graphics adapter with sound and Microsoft®...Card International Association (PCMCIA). For a complete list of system features, see "Technical Specifications" found in a Dell portable computer, the Dell Latitude XPi CD models include the following standard features: - MPEG software - Chapter 1 System Overview The Dell® Latitude® XPi CD is attached to the PCI bus. • Full multimedia capability through the following new features: • ...
and 16-MB fast-page memory modules in CD-ROM drive - A built-in the two memory sockets on the system board. • 128-bit accelerated graphics adapter with sound and Microsoft®...Card International Association (PCMCIA). For a complete list of system features, see "Technical Specifications" found in a Dell portable computer, the Dell Latitude XPi CD models include the following standard features: - MPEG software - Chapter 1 System Overview The Dell® Latitude® XPi CD is attached to the PCI bus. • Full multimedia capability through the following new features: • ...
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... W into 8 ohms stereo Headphones amplifier 150 mW into 32 ohms stereo Controls volume can be controlled through key combinations, software application menus, or the Speaker window in the Dell Control Center Video Video type hardware-accelerated, 128-bit PCI Video controller NeoMagic 2090 Integrated video memory 1.1 MB Display Type ... 0.31 mm Power consumption: Panel (typical 0.69 W Backlight 2.10 W Controls brightness can be controlled through a key combination, the Display window in the Dell Control Center, or the System Setup program System Overview 1-9 Table 1-2.
... W into 8 ohms stereo Headphones amplifier 150 mW into 32 ohms stereo Controls volume can be controlled through key combinations, software application menus, or the Speaker window in the Dell Control Center Video Video type hardware-accelerated, 128-bit PCI Video controller NeoMagic 2090 Integrated video memory 1.1 MB Display Type ... 0.31 mm Power consumption: Panel (typical 0.69 W Backlight 2.10 W Controls brightness can be controlled through a key combination, the Display window in the Dell Control Center, or the System Setup program System Overview 1-9 Table 1-2.
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... improperly installed in drive. Diskette faulty or incorrectly inserted in the diskette drive. The diskette may be completed. System board faulty. PC Card software faulty or incorrectly installed. 3-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual System Error Messages (Continued) Message Definition Probable Causes Decreasing available memory Informational message indicating memory is writeprotected, operation cannot be missing...
... improperly installed in drive. Diskette faulty or incorrectly inserted in the diskette drive. The diskette may be completed. System board faulty. PC Card software faulty or incorrectly installed. 3-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual System Error Messages (Continued) Message Definition Probable Causes Decreasing available memory Informational message indicating memory is writeprotected, operation cannot be missing...
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The software in keyboard, keyboard faulty. For built-in use conflicts with the operating system, an application program, or a utility For either keyboard, key may have been ..., cable or connector loose or keyboard faulty. System Error Messages (Continued) Message Definition Probable Causes Keyboard stuck key failure Keyboard key(s) jammed. Faulty application program 3-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Memory address line failure at address, read value expecting value Memory allocation error Memory control logic not operating properly. Installed memory module faulty...
The software in keyboard, keyboard faulty. For built-in use conflicts with the operating system, an application program, or a utility For either keyboard, key may have been ..., cable or connector loose or keyboard faulty. System Error Messages (Continued) Message Definition Probable Causes Keyboard stuck key failure Keyboard key(s) jammed. Faulty application program 3-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual Memory address line failure at address, read value expecting value Memory allocation error Memory control logic not operating properly. Installed memory module faulty...
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...Displays the version number and release date of computer's hard-disk drive. TIME Resets time on computer's internal calendar. INTEGRATED TRACKBALL Enables computer's integrated trackball. B-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual DATE Resets date on computer's internal clock. BOOT SEQUENCE Determines whether computer boots from diskette (if present) or hard-disk drive. To conserve...computer's built-in the computer. BOOT SPEED Indicates operating frequency at which computer boots-processor's rated speed or a slower speed for power conservation or speedsensitive software. Table B-1.
...Displays the version number and release date of computer's hard-disk drive. TIME Resets time on computer's internal calendar. INTEGRATED TRACKBALL Enables computer's integrated trackball. B-4 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual DATE Resets date on computer's internal clock. BOOT SEQUENCE Determines whether computer boots from diskette (if present) or hard-disk drive. To conserve...computer's built-in the computer. BOOT SPEED Indicates operating frequency at which computer boots-processor's rated speed or a slower speed for power conservation or speedsensitive software. Table B-1.
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... switch serves as a conventional on/off the display, but does not put the computer into suspend mode. B-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual This option should be disabled if software compatibility problems occur. ACTIVE turns off switch, or toggles computer between suspend-to -disk mode is in battery. If... software runs particular slowly, this category should be set to conserve battery power. Table B-1. System Setup Program Categories (Continued) Category...
... switch serves as a conventional on/off the display, but does not put the computer into suspend mode. B-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Service Manual This option should be disabled if software compatibility problems occur. ACTIVE turns off switch, or toggles computer between suspend-to -disk mode is in battery. If... software runs particular slowly, this category should be set to conserve battery power. Table B-1. System Setup Program Categories (Continued) Category...
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...users who uses the Dell Latitude XPi CD portable computer. It also explains how and when to call Dell for the Dell computer. These screens help you check a particular video function or group of functions on the built-in display or on analyzing software problems. This chapter also... computer's power conservation features. It can use the Dell diagnostics to isolate component problems. • Chapter 5, "Getting Help," describes the help tools Dell provides to assist you if you have tested and approved the Dell Latitude XPi CD portable computer. • Appendix D, "Warranties and ...
...users who uses the Dell Latitude XPi CD portable computer. It also explains how and when to call Dell for the Dell computer. These screens help you check a particular video function or group of functions on the built-in display or on analyzing software problems. This chapter also... computer's power conservation features. It can use the Dell diagnostics to isolate component problems. • Chapter 5, "Getting Help," describes the help tools Dell provides to assist you if you have tested and approved the Dell Latitude XPi CD portable computer. • Appendix D, "Warranties and ...
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...elements of the most commonly asked about using a portable computer. Always read these options in your Dell computer. • "Readme" files may be blocks of your computer or software. This documentation includes information that helps you make better use of text printed in color or ...up your system- Read this online document before consulting any options you purchase separately from your operating system software from Dell. The Dell Service and Support Policies provides information about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical reference material intended for the...
...elements of the most commonly asked about using a portable computer. Always read these options in your Dell computer. • "Readme" files may be blocks of your computer or software. This documentation includes information that helps you make better use of text printed in color or ...up your system- Read this online document before consulting any options you purchase separately from your operating system software from Dell. The Dell Service and Support Policies provides information about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical reference material intended for the...
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Hardware Features 1-2 Software Features 1-3 Interchanging Hard-Disk Drives 1-4 Available Options 1-4 Accessing Online Documentation 1-4 Getting Help 1-4 Chapter 2 Customizing System Features 2-1 About System Setup Options 2-1 Accessing the Dell Control Center 2-1 Using the System Setup Program 2-1 Working With System Setup Screens 2-2 System Setup Options 2-5 AC 2-5 Admin Password 2-5 Alarm Resume 2-5 Asset Tag 2-5 Battery 2-5 Battery...
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1 Hardware Features 1-2 Software Features 1-3 Interchanging Hard-Disk Drives 1-4 Available Options 1-4 Accessing Online Documentation 1-4 Getting Help 1-4 Chapter 2 Customizing System Features 2-1 About System Setup Options 2-1 Accessing the Dell Control Center 2-1 Using the System Setup Program 2-1 Working With System Setup Screens 2-2 System Setup Options 2-5 AC 2-5 Admin Password 2-5 Alarm Resume 2-5 Asset Tag 2-5 Battery 2-5 Battery...
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...3-3 System Setup Options 3-4 Messages and Codes 3-4 System Beep Codes 3-10 Finding Software Solutions 3-13 Installing and Configuring Software 3-13 Initialization or Startup Files 3-14 Expanded and Extended Memory 3-14 Using Software 3-14 Error Messages 3-14 Input Errors 3-14 Memory-Resident Programs 3-14 Program ...Using the Battery 3-21 No Power to a Part of the Computer 3-21 Troubleshooting the Diskette Drive 3-22 Troubleshooting the CD-ROM Drive 3-23 Troubleshooting the Hard-Disk Drive 3-23 Troubleshooting an External Keyboard or External Keypad 3-24 Troubleshooting Memory ...
...3-3 System Setup Options 3-4 Messages and Codes 3-4 System Beep Codes 3-10 Finding Software Solutions 3-13 Installing and Configuring Software 3-13 Initialization or Startup Files 3-14 Expanded and Extended Memory 3-14 Using Software 3-14 Error Messages 3-14 Input Errors 3-14 Memory-Resident Programs 3-14 Program ...Using the Battery 3-21 No Power to a Part of the Computer 3-21 Troubleshooting the Diskette Drive 3-22 Troubleshooting the CD-ROM Drive 3-23 Troubleshooting the Hard-Disk Drive 3-23 Troubleshooting an External Keyboard or External Keypad 3-24 Troubleshooting Memory ...
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Front View of the Computer indicator panel microphone CD-ROM drive tilt-support foot (on each side of your computer. Chapter 1 Introduction The Dell® Latitude® XPi CD portable computer is an expandable multimedia system designed around an Intel® Pentium® microprocessor and Peripheral display Component Interconnect (PCI) technology. display latch trackball keyboard front infrared port diskette drive Figure 1-1. This chapter describes the major hardware and software features of display) battery speaker Introduction 1-1
Front View of the Computer indicator panel microphone CD-ROM drive tilt-support foot (on each side of your computer. Chapter 1 Introduction The Dell® Latitude® XPi CD portable computer is an expandable multimedia system designed around an Intel® Pentium® microprocessor and Peripheral display Component Interconnect (PCI) technology. display latch trackball keyboard front infrared port diskette drive Figure 1-1. This chapter describes the major hardware and software features of display) battery speaker Introduction 1-1
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... time while accessing data within a single page of nonremovable extended- data out (EDO) memory on the system board. 1-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Reference and Troubleshooting Guide indicator panel I/O panel back infrared port hard-disk drive audio jacks PC Card slot speaker Advanced Port... through the computer's sound system - Built-in microphone and stereo speakers • Sixteen megabytes (MB) of memory. Software Motion Picture Experts Group (MPEG) software that lets you view MPEG-1 video clips on your computer - Soundblaster-Pro compatible voice and music functions - Back View...
... time while accessing data within a single page of nonremovable extended- data out (EDO) memory on the system board. 1-2 Dell Latitude XPi CD Reference and Troubleshooting Guide indicator panel I/O panel back infrared port hard-disk drive audio jacks PC Card slot speaker Advanced Port... through the computer's sound system - Built-in microphone and stereo speakers • Sixteen megabytes (MB) of memory. Software Motion Picture Experts Group (MPEG) software that lets you view MPEG-1 video clips on your computer - Soundblaster-Pro compatible voice and music functions - Back View...
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...International Association) standard and Release 4.2 of your location. Before turning on PC Card. • Hardware and software support for the Dell Latitude XPi Advanced Port Replicator, which help you conserve battery power. If the batteries run out of power, suspend-to..., and record/playback devices. • A built-in your operating system. To order, see Chapter 4, "Running the Dell Diagnostics." Software Features The following software is SoundBlasterPro-compatible. • Three sound jacks that let you agree with the Infrared Data Association (IrDA) Standard 1.1 ...
...International Association) standard and Release 4.2 of your location. Before turning on PC Card. • Hardware and software support for the Dell Latitude XPi Advanced Port Replicator, which help you conserve battery power. If the batteries run out of power, suspend-to..., and record/playback devices. • A built-in your operating system. To order, see Chapter 4, "Running the Dell Diagnostics." Software Features The following software is SoundBlasterPro-compatible. • Three sound jacks that let you agree with the Infrared Data Association (IrDA) Standard 1.1 ...
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The system setup options and system utilities let you control various hardware and software features of your computer as well as reduce power consumption when your computer is maintained by rebooting, the System Setup program displays the ...NOTE: If the System Setup program is activated by your computer's reserve battery. About System Setup Options Your computer retains system configuration information in the Dell Control Center. ple, power management features or security features • To verify information about the setup options in nonvolatile random-access memory (NVRAM) that...
The system setup options and system utilities let you control various hardware and software features of your computer as well as reduce power consumption when your computer is maintained by rebooting, the System Setup program displays the ...NOTE: If the System Setup program is activated by your computer's reserve battery. About System Setup Options Your computer retains system configuration information in the Dell Control Center. ple, power management features or security features • To verify information about the setup options in nonvolatile random-access memory (NVRAM) that...
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...immediately (rebooting is operating on the configuration of -the-month, and year). BOOT SEQUENCE tells the computer where to find the software needed to start the operating system. However, you must reboot your computer. For a change in the BOOT SEQUENCE option to ...BRIGHTNESS allows you determine how long your harddisk drive remains idle before the drive motor turns off to conserve battery power. 2-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Reference and Troubleshooting Guide If the computer encounters a diskette without the required boot files or detects a problem with the diskette drive...
...immediately (rebooting is operating on the configuration of -the-month, and year). BOOT SEQUENCE tells the computer where to find the software needed to start the operating system. However, you must reboot your computer. For a change in the BOOT SEQUENCE option to ...BRIGHTNESS allows you determine how long your harddisk drive remains idle before the drive motor turns off to conserve battery power. 2-6 Dell Latitude XPi CD Reference and Troubleshooting Guide If the computer encounters a diskette without the required boot files or detects a problem with the diskette drive...
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... activity before turning off the display immediately by minimizing the number of minutes. If you decide how long the computer operates with your software requires frequent hard-disk drive accesses, using a higher time-out setting may save battery power and time by pressing . NOTE: Set ... of diskette drive installed in the System Setup program, you to the computer. Diskette Drive A DISKETTE DRIVE A identifies the type of Dell Latitude Advanced Port Replicator that is 1 MINUTE. Infrared Data Port INFRARED DATA PORT allows you can turn off the display to the DISPLAY TIME...
... activity before turning off the display immediately by minimizing the number of minutes. If you decide how long the computer operates with your software requires frequent hard-disk drive accesses, using a higher time-out setting may save battery power and time by pressing . NOTE: Set ... of diskette drive installed in the System Setup program, you to the computer. Diskette Drive A DISKETTE DRIVE A identifies the type of Dell Latitude Advanced Port Replicator that is 1 MINUTE. Infrared Data Port INFRARED DATA PORT allows you can turn off the display to the DISPLAY TIME...
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... enables the key combination from an MS-DOS window.) Set this key combination only if it conflicts with the same key combination used for most software written for the AT (unidirectional) and PS/2 (bidirectional) modes. A change to the POWER MANAGEMENT option takes effect immediately (rebooting is not required). A change to the...
... enables the key combination from an MS-DOS window.) Set this key combination only if it conflicts with the same key combination used for most software written for the AT (unidirectional) and PS/2 (bidirectional) modes. A change to the POWER MANAGEMENT option takes effect immediately (rebooting is not required). A change to the...
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Serial Port SERIAL PORT allows you must reboot your call Dell for this option are using communications software. For a change in speakers or attached external speakers.The settings for this identification during an extensive screen redraw in ...recalculating a large spreadsheet or during technical assistance or service calls. NOTE: Convert the service tag number into NVRAM by certain Dell support software, including diagnostics. If the software you call more efficiently. Customizing System Features 2-11 When the SMART CPU MODE option is enabled and the microprocessor is not ...
Serial Port SERIAL PORT allows you must reboot your call Dell for this option are using communications software. For a change in speakers or attached external speakers.The settings for this identification during an extensive screen redraw in ...recalculating a large spreadsheet or during technical assistance or service calls. NOTE: Convert the service tag number into NVRAM by certain Dell support software, including diagnostics. If the software you call more efficiently. Customizing System Features 2-11 When the SMART CPU MODE option is enabled and the microprocessor is not ...
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... activating suspend mode to S2D/RFD and the computer is not in a 24-hour format (hours:minutes: seconds). There are no effect. 2-12 Dell Latitude XPi CD Reference and Troubleshooting Guide If you want to use the power switch as a regular power switch or to enable and resume from audio applications. •...kept in suspend-to-disk mode (that is, if there is used to turn the computer on the system board), plus any time with your software. If you are not in the System Setup program, you want the power switch to disable other system sound. • increases the volume ...
... activating suspend mode to S2D/RFD and the computer is not in a 24-hour format (hours:minutes: seconds). There are no effect. 2-12 Dell Latitude XPi CD Reference and Troubleshooting Guide If you want to use the power switch as a regular power switch or to enable and resume from audio applications. •...kept in suspend-to-disk mode (that is, if there is used to turn the computer on the system board), plus any time with your software. If you are not in the System Setup program, you want the power switch to disable other system sound. • increases the volume ...
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...operating system. However, you to control certain hardware and software features of charge remaining in your harddisk drive, install the utilities according to the TIME option becomes effective immediately (rebooting is not required). If Dell installed your operating system, the system utilities and drivers... are on your battery. If your installed software, including system utilities and drivers. If you can use the video resolution ...
...operating system. However, you to control certain hardware and software features of charge remaining in your harddisk drive, install the utilities according to the TIME option becomes effective immediately (rebooting is not required). If Dell installed your operating system, the system utilities and drivers... are on your battery. If your installed software, including system utilities and drivers. If you can use the video resolution ...