Owners Manual
Page 5
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...
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...
Owners Manual
Page 24
... conditioners are designed to a UPS. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to a separate power strip that provides surge protection.
... conditioners are designed to a UPS. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to a separate power strip that provides surge protection.
Owners Manual
Page 29
...as follows: If the computer is critically low. If the computer is turned off). - Play or pause. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the - Eject Play the previous track. Play the next track. Turn the volume down.... Flashing amber: The battery charge is almost fully charged. - Turn the volume up. Flashing blue: The battery is low. - Off: The battery is charging. - Solid blue: The battery is adequately charged. About Your Computer 29
...as follows: If the computer is critically low. If the computer is turned off). - Play or pause. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the - Eject Play the previous track. Play the next track. Turn the volume down.... Flashing amber: The battery charge is almost fully charged. - Turn the volume up. Flashing blue: The battery is low. - Off: The battery is charging. - Solid blue: The battery is adequately charged. About Your Computer 29
Owners Manual
Page 35
... installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Wireless Mini Cards" on page 117. 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 - B A T T E R Y -
... installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Wireless Mini Cards" on page 117. 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 - B A T T E R Y -
Owners Manual
Page 36
Provides information on the battery charge (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 44). B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S - 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 -
Provides information on the battery charge (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 44). B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S - 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 -
Owners Manual
Page 43
...battery during the life of your computer. Depending on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which you can hold a charge) decreases over the battery icon in the battery bay. NOTE: It is supplied as complex 3D graphics applications. • Running the ...Using a Battery 43 Battery operating time varies depending on page 46 for information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on operating conditions. Operating time is fully charged. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use the computer. Using a...
...battery during the life of your computer. Depending on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which you can hold a charge) decreases over the battery icon in the battery bay. NOTE: It is supplied as complex 3D graphics applications. • Running the ...Using a Battery 43 Battery operating time varies depending on page 46 for information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on operating conditions. Operating time is fully charged. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use the computer. Using a...
Owners Manual
Page 44
...Battery Meter or • Press The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in the Product Information Guide). Keep the battery away from Dell. Do not use batteries from other computers with a compatible battery purchased from children....Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. You can check the battery charge on your computer using any one of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the notification area •...
...Battery Meter or • Press The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in the Product Information Guide). Keep the battery away from Dell. Do not use batteries from other computers with a compatible battery purchased from children....Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. You can check the battery charge on your computer using any one of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the notification area •...
Owners Manual
Page 45
... indicator lights. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of Using a Battery 45 For example, if the battery has 80 percent of its original charge capacity remains. Check the Battery Health NOTE: You can check battery health in one of times it is in the notification area. Each light...-click the icon in good condition, and more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in Dell QuickSet. After hundreds of the lights are on . For more than 60 percent of the total battery charge. If no lights are on , the battery has no lights appear, the battery is...
... indicator lights. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of Using a Battery 45 For example, if the battery has 80 percent of its original charge capacity remains. Check the Battery Health NOTE: You can check battery health in one of times it is in the notification area. Each light...-click the icon in good condition, and more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in Dell QuickSet. After hundreds of the lights are on . For more than 60 percent of the total battery charge. If no lights are on , the battery has no lights appear, the battery is...
Owners Manual
Page 46
...computer enters Sleep state when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. 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 portable computer, do any of power, Sleep state begins automatically. the charge capacity remains, and you leave the computer unattended for long periods of...
...computer enters Sleep state when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. 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 portable computer, do any of power, Sleep state begins automatically. the charge capacity remains, and you leave the computer unattended for long periods of...
Owners Manual
Page 48
... blue and amber. Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not charge when you connect the computer to an electrical outlet. Disconnect the computer from Dell. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. For more information about resolving problems with a compatible battery purchased from the...
... blue and amber. Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not charge when you connect the computer to an electrical outlet. Disconnect the computer from Dell. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. For more information about resolving problems with a compatible battery purchased from the...
Owners Manual
Page 49
Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it . After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on 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 ...
Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it . After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on 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 ...
Owners Manual
Page 92
... that the ExpressCard is running out of the procedures in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 165). TI M E - O F - T H E D E V I C E I B L E . The battery is properly inserted into the drive and try to charge the battery. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to charge the battery. otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer...
... that the ExpressCard is running out of the procedures in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 165). TI M E - O F - T H E D E V I C E I B L E . The battery is properly inserted into the drive and try to charge the battery. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to charge the battery. otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer...
Owners Manual
Page 100
..., such as you begin any of your plan coverage and supported services. NOTE: For information on Sleep power state, see "Contacting Dell" on the computer. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. If the battery status light rapidly flashes amber, the battery may be defective.
..., such as you begin any of your plan coverage and supported services. NOTE: For information on Sleep power state, see "Contacting Dell" on the computer. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. If the battery status light rapidly flashes amber, the battery may be defective.
Owners Manual
Page 105
... glare, which can cause poor picture quality. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and extension cables to read AD J U S T T H E BRIGHTNESS - M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I C A L O U T L E T - If your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. CAUTION: Before you are using a battery to the display. If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety...
... glare, which can cause poor picture quality. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and extension cables to read AD J U S T T H E BRIGHTNESS - M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I C A L O U T L E T - If your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. CAUTION: Before you are using a battery to the display. If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety...
Owners Manual
Page 147
.... Use the Service Tag if you . • Shut down your name, address, and phone number in a safe place. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food. Traveling With Your Computer 147 Traveling With Your Computer... Identifying Your Computer • Attach a name tag or business card to Dell. • Create a file on . Packing the Computer • Remove any external devices attached to the computer and store them in this file....
.... Use the Service Tag if you . • Shut down your name, address, and phone number in a safe place. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food. Traveling With Your Computer 147 Traveling With Your Computer... Identifying Your Computer • Attach a name tag or business card to Dell. • Create a file on . Packing the Computer • Remove any external devices attached to the computer and store them in this file....
Owners Manual
Page 148
To disable wireless activity, use the wireless switch (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 73). • Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time (see "Configuring Power Management ... operating time. Traveling by Air NOTICE: Do not walk the computer through an X-ray machine or have it hand-inspected. • Ensure that you have a charged battery available in case you will visit, and have appropriate power adapters. • Check with your credit card company for information about the kinds of...
To disable wireless activity, use the wireless switch (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 73). • Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time (see "Configuring Power Management ... operating time. Traveling by Air NOTICE: Do not walk the computer through an X-ray machine or have it hand-inspected. • Ensure that you have a charged battery available in case you will visit, and have appropriate power adapters. • Check with your credit card company for information about the kinds of...
Owners Manual
Page 162
See "Using a Battery" on page 43 for more information on page 100). Battery (continued) Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Input voltage Input ...operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions (see "Power Problems" on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) CR...
See "Using a Battery" on page 43 for more information on page 100). Battery (continued) Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Input voltage Input ...operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions (see "Power Problems" on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) CR...
Owners Manual
Page 193
See sound B battery charge gauge, 45 charging, 48 checking the charge, 44 performance, 43 power meter, 45 removing, 48 replacing coin-cell battery, 143 storing, 49 blanks ExpressCards, 59, 63 removing, 61, 64 Bluetooth wireless technology ...
See sound B battery charge gauge, 45 charging, 48 checking the charge, 44 performance, 43 power meter, 45 removing, 48 replacing coin-cell battery, 143 storing, 49 blanks ExpressCards, 59, 63 removing, 61, 64 Bluetooth wireless technology ...
Owners Manual
Page 5
... To a Projector 47 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate . . . . . 47 6 Using a Battery 49 Battery Performance 49 Checking the Battery Charge 50 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 50 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 51 Charge Gauge 51 Low-Battery Warning 52 Conserving Battery Power 52 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 52 Using the Sleep Power...
... To a Projector 47 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate . . . . . 47 6 Using a Battery 49 Battery Performance 49 Checking the Battery Charge 50 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 50 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 51 Charge Gauge 51 Low-Battery Warning 52 Conserving Battery Power 52 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 52 Using the Sleep Power...
Owners Manual
Page 24
... turn off ). - To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, use the wireless switch. Solid blue: The battery is adequately charged. Solid amber: The battery charge is low. - Turns on page 26). NOTE: The light turns on when wireless networking is running on page 26. Off: ...The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is enabled. Flashing amber: The battery charge is critically low. Turns on only if you ordered Bluetooth Wireless Technology with your computer. To enable or ...
... turn off ). - To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, use the wireless switch. Solid blue: The battery is adequately charged. Solid amber: The battery charge is low. - Turns on page 26). NOTE: The light turns on when wireless networking is running on page 26. Off: ...The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is enabled. Flashing amber: The battery charge is critically low. Turns on only if you ordered Bluetooth Wireless Technology with your computer. To enable or ...