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Back View 33 Bottom View 35 4 Using the Keyboard and Touchpad . . . . . 37 Numeric Keypad 37 Key Combinations 37 System Functions 37 Display Functions 37 Battery 37 Power Management 38 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions . . . 38 Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations 38 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 38 Touch Pad 39 Customizing the Touch Pad 40 5 Using the Display 41 Adjusting Brightness 41 Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display To a Projector 41 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate 41 4 Contents
Back View 33 Bottom View 35 4 Using the Keyboard and Touchpad . . . . . 37 Numeric Keypad 37 Key Combinations 37 System Functions 37 Display Functions 37 Battery 37 Power Management 38 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions . . . 38 Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations 38 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 38 Touch Pad 39 Customizing the Touch Pad 40 5 Using the Display 41 Adjusting Brightness 41 Switching the Video Image From Your Computer Display To a Projector 41 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate 41 4 Contents
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6 Using a Battery 43 Battery Performance 43 Checking the Battery Charge 44 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 44 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 45 Charge Gauge 45 Low-Battery Warning 46 Conserving Battery Power 46 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 46 Using the Sleep Power State 47 Charging the Battery 48 Replacing the Battery 48 Storing a Battery 49 7 Using Multimedia 51 Playing Media 51...
6 Using a Battery 43 Battery Performance 43 Checking the Battery Charge 44 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 44 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 45 Charge Gauge 45 Low-Battery Warning 46 Conserving Battery Power 46 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 46 Using the Sleep Power State 47 Charging the Battery 48 Replacing the Battery 48 Storing a Battery 49 7 Using Multimedia 51 Playing Media 51...
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... the FCM 141 Replacing the FCM 142 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 142 Removing the Card 142 Replacing the Card 143 Coin-Cell Battery 143 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 144 Replacing the Coin-Cell...
... the FCM 141 Replacing the FCM 142 Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 142 Removing the Card 142 Replacing the Card 143 Coin-Cell Battery 143 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 144 Replacing the Coin-Cell...
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...when AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 24 Setting Up Your Computer UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to a UPS. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. Connect other ...a printer, to ensure that provides surge protection. A UPS protects against power interruptions. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to a separate power strip that the device is interrupted. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is...
...when AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 24 Setting Up Your Computer UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to a UPS. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. Connect other ...a printer, to ensure that provides surge protection. A UPS protects against power interruptions. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to a separate power strip that the device is interrupted. Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of power while data is...
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... volume down. light operates as follows: If the computer is turned off). - Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as follows: - Solid amber: The battery charge is adequately charged. Stop. Off: The battery is critically low. Mute the sound. Play or pause. Solid blue: The...
... volume down. light operates as follows: If the computer is turned off). - Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as follows: - Solid amber: The battery charge is adequately charged. Stop. Off: The battery is critically low. Mute the sound. Play or pause. Solid blue: The...
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... block, push objects into, or allow dust to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. Fan noise is running. Back View 1 2 1 battery 2 air vent A I R V E N T - Attach headphones to the connector. The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it...
... block, push objects into, or allow dust to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. Fan noise is running. Back View 1 2 1 battery 2 air vent A I R V E N T - Attach headphones to the connector. The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it...
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... the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Wireless Mini Cards" on page 134). Bottom View 1 2 3 5 4 1 battery 3 battery charge/health gauge 5 wireless mini card compartment 2 battery release latch 4 module cover M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I C A R D C O M P A R T M E N T - Compartment for WLAN, WWAN, or FCM Mini Cards (see "Using a Battery" on page 117. For additional information, see "Adding and Replacing Parts" on page 43...
... the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Wireless Mini Cards" on page 134). Bottom View 1 2 3 5 4 1 battery 3 battery charge/health gauge 5 wireless mini card compartment 2 battery release latch 4 module cover M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I C A R D C O M P A R T M E N T - Compartment for WLAN, WWAN, or FCM Mini Cards (see "Using a Battery" on page 117. For additional information, see "Adding and Replacing Parts" on page 43...
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Provides information on the battery charge (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 44). Releases the battery (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 48 for instructions). 36 About Your Computer B A T T E R Y C H A R G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S -
Provides information on the battery charge (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 44). Releases the battery (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 48 for instructions). 36 About Your Computer B A T T E R Y C H A R G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S -
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...display only (not on page 44). Key Combinations System Functions Display Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (see "Dell QuickSet Battery Meter" on an external monitor). The 9 light indicates that option. Highlight the desired icon to switch the ...only (not on an external keyboard. • To enable the keypad, press . and up-arrow key and down-arrow key Battery Displays icons representing all currently available display options (display only, external monitor or projector only, both display and projector, etc). ...
...display only (not on page 44). Key Combinations System Functions Display Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (see "Dell QuickSet Battery Meter" on an external monitor). The 9 light indicates that option. Highlight the desired icon to switch the ...only (not on an external keyboard. • To enable the keypad, press . and up-arrow key and down-arrow key Battery Displays icons representing all currently available display options (display only, external monitor or projector only, both display and projector, etc). ...
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...dialog box. This key combination functions as a toggle to a network). Adjusting Keyboard Settings To adjust keyboard operation, such as the Battery Meter or activating power management modes. Restores all open windows. Starts Windows Explorer. You can use of the Windows logo key and... combination. For more information about Dell QuickSet key combinations, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page...
...dialog box. This key combination functions as a toggle to a network). Adjusting Keyboard Settings To adjust keyboard operation, such as the Battery Meter or activating power management modes. Restores all open windows. Starts Windows Explorer. You can use of the Windows logo key and... combination. For more information about Dell QuickSet key combinations, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Power Options Properties window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page...
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Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to an external monitor and you change the resolution to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external ... or text may be hard to read if you try to change back to the previous settings if needed. If your computer is running on battery power, you can change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter may appear on either the computer display or the external device. Before you change . Switching...
Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to an external monitor and you change the resolution to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external ... or text may be hard to read if you try to change back to the previous settings if needed. If your computer is running on battery power, you can change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter may appear on either the computer display or the external device. Before you change . Switching...
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... use the AC adapter to connect your Dell™ portable computer with the AC adapter until the battery is recommended that shipped with your computer. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use the computer. Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. ...as complex 3D graphics applications. • Running the computer in the Windows notification area. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46 for information about accessing ...
... use the AC adapter to connect your Dell™ portable computer with the AC adapter until the battery is recommended that shipped with your computer. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use the computer. Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. ...as complex 3D graphics applications. • Running the computer in the Windows notification area. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46 for information about accessing ...
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... the risk of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on the battery • Low-battery warning pop-up window Dell QuickSet Battery Meter To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter: • Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in your computer using any...
... the risk of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on the battery • Low-battery warning pop-up window Dell QuickSet Battery Meter To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter: • Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in your computer using any...
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...area. After hundreds of the total battery charge. To check the battery meter, double-click the icon in good condition, and more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in Dell QuickSet. Therefore, a battery can check: • Battery charge (check by pressing and ...releasing the status button) • Battery health (check by pressing and holding the status button on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the health indicator...
...area. After hundreds of the total battery charge. To check the battery meter, double-click the icon in good condition, and more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in Dell QuickSet. Therefore, a battery can check: • Battery charge (check by pressing and ...releasing the status button) • Battery health (check by pressing and holding the status button on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the health indicator...
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...outlet. the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery (see "Battery" on page 161 for long periods of time (see "Using the Sleep Power State" on page 47). You can use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power Options to configure the power management settings on...your portable computer, do any of power, Sleep state begins automatically. battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using either Dell QuickSet or Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your computer's power usage...
...outlet. the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery (see "Battery" on page 161 for long periods of time (see "Using the Sleep Power State" on page 47). You can use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power Options to configure the power management settings on...your portable computer, do any of power, Sleep state begins automatically. battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using either Dell QuickSet or Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your computer's power usage...
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To exit Sleep state, press the power button. Using a Battery 47 or • Click the icon in the notification area, click Power Options, and then select a plan ... to conserve power. NOTICE: If your hard drive, and then returns you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use Windows Power Options, do one of the following methods: • Press the power button. • Close the display. ...than shutting down your portable computer, use the Sleep power state to your computer loses AC and battery power while in the Select a power plan window.
To exit Sleep state, press the power button. Using a Battery 47 or • Click the icon in the notification area, click Power Options, and then select a plan ... to conserve power. NOTICE: If your hard drive, and then returns you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use Windows Power Options, do one of the following methods: • Press the power button. • Close the display. ...than shutting down your portable computer, use the Sleep power state to your computer loses AC and battery power while in the Select a power plan window.
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... outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the computer. When you like. If the battery is hot from Dell. Charging the Battery NOTE: Charge time is longer with your Dell computer. NOTICE: If you have... up to 1 minute to continue charging the battery. Disconnect the computer from overcharging. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the electrical ...
... outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the computer. When you like. If the battery is hot from Dell. Charging the Battery NOTE: Charge time is longer with your Dell computer. NOTICE: If you have... up to 1 minute to continue charging the battery. Disconnect the computer from overcharging. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the electrical ...
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... page 48) before you store your docking device for an extended period of the bay. 1 2 1 battery 2 battery release latch To replace the battery, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Using a Battery 49 A battery discharges during prolonged storage. See the documentation that came with your computer for instructions. 2 Ensure that the computer is connected to...
... page 48) before you store your docking device for an extended period of the bay. 1 2 1 battery 2 battery release latch To replace the battery, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Using a Battery 49 A battery discharges during prolonged storage. See the documentation that came with your computer for instructions. 2 Ensure that the computer is connected to...
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..., follow the safety instructions in the system setup program does not match the system clock. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 79). Replace the battery, or connect the computer to restore the data by entering the system setup program, then immediately exit the program (see...
..., follow the safety instructions in the system setup program does not match the system clock. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 79). Replace the battery, or connect the computer to restore the data by entering the system setup program, then immediately exit the program (see...
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... electrical outlet. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y T E M P E R A T U R E - • Check your plan coverage and supported services. Depending on the computer. NOTE: For information on Sleep power state, see "Contacting Dell" on page 47. The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on how often the...
... electrical outlet. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y T E M P E R A T U R E - • Check your plan coverage and supported services. Depending on the computer. NOTE: For information on Sleep power state, see "Contacting Dell" on page 47. The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on how often the...