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.... . . . 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... Computer Display To a Projector 41 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate 42 5 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 4 Contents
.... . . . 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... Computer Display To a Projector 41 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate 42 5 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 4 Contents
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... 46 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 46 Using the Sleep Power State 47 Charging the Battery 47 Replacing the Battery 48 Storing a Battery 49 6 Using Multimedia 51 Playing Media 51 Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote 52 Copying CD, DVD, and Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) Media 54 How to Copy a CD, ...DVD or BD 54 Using Blank CD, DVD, and BD Media 55 Helpful Tips 56 Adjusting the Volume 57 Adjusting the Picture 58 Using Dell MediaDirect 58 Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device 59 HDMI 61 S-Video and Standard Audio 62 Component Video and Standard Audio 63...
... 46 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 46 Using the Sleep Power State 47 Charging the Battery 47 Replacing the Battery 48 Storing a Battery 49 6 Using Multimedia 51 Playing Media 51 Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote 52 Copying CD, DVD, and Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) Media 54 How to Copy a CD, ...DVD or BD 54 Using Blank CD, DVD, and BD Media 55 Helpful Tips 56 Adjusting the Volume 57 Adjusting the Picture 58 Using Dell MediaDirect 58 Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device 59 HDMI 61 S-Video and Standard Audio 62 Component Video and Standard Audio 63...
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...battery charges while AC power is available. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to a separate power strip that the device is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 24 Setting Up Your Computer See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to a UPS. UPS devices contain a battery... while data is being saved to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to ensure that provides surge protection. A UPS protects against power fluctuations and interruptions.
...battery charges while AC power is available. Connect other devices, such as a printer, to a separate power strip that the device is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 24 Setting Up Your Computer See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to a UPS. UPS devices contain a battery... while data is being saved to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to ensure that provides surge protection. A UPS protects against power fluctuations and interruptions.
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...NOTE: The card with your card. To turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is enabled. Flashing amber: The battery charge is charging. - Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. WiFi status light - Turns on when a card with your computer. Flashing ...blue: The battery is critically low. Solid amber: The battery charge is almost fully charged. - Turns on when wireless networking is enabled. For more information, see the documentation that came with Bluetooth ...
...NOTE: The card with your card. To turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is enabled. Flashing amber: The battery charge is charging. - Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. WiFi status light - Turns on when a card with your computer. Flashing ...blue: The battery is critically low. Solid amber: The battery charge is almost fully charged. - Turns on when wireless networking is enabled. For more information, see the documentation that came with Bluetooth ...
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... the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Wireless Mini-Cards" on page 138. 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 - Bottom View 1 2 3 1 battery 3 battery charge/health gauge 5 wireless mini-card compartment 5 4 2 battery release latch 4 memory module compartment M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O M P A R T M E N T - Compartment for instructions). 36 About Your Computer Releases the battery (see "Memory" on page 142). For additional information, see "Replacing the...
... the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Wireless Mini-Cards" on page 138. 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 - Bottom View 1 2 3 1 battery 3 battery charge/health gauge 5 wireless mini-card compartment 5 4 2 battery release latch 4 memory module compartment M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O M P A R T M E N T - Compartment for instructions). 36 About Your Computer Releases the battery (see "Memory" on page 142). For additional information, see "Replacing the...
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... performance and to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. To view battery charge status, place the mouse cursor over time. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use the computer. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Configuring...
... performance and to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. To view battery charge status, place the mouse cursor over time. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use the computer. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Configuring...
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... of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on disposing of fire or explosion. Do not use batteries from children. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on your Dell computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may leak and cause personal...
... of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on disposing of fire or explosion. Do not use batteries from children. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on your Dell computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may leak and cause personal...
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...and holding the status button) The battery operating time is largely determined by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. For example, if the battery has 80 percent of its original charge capacity remains. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of times it is... in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge, press ...
...and holding the status button) The battery operating time is largely determined by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. For example, if the battery has 80 percent of its original charge capacity remains. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of times it is... in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge, press ...
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... 47). The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using either Dell QuickSet or Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your work immediately after a low-battery warning, then connect the computer to an electrical outlet... • Use the Sleep power state when you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. Click the icon in the notification area, click Power Options, and then select a plan in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window. Configuring Power Management Settings You...
... 47). The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using either Dell QuickSet or Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your work immediately after a low-battery warning, then connect the computer to an electrical outlet... • Use the Sleep power state when you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. Click the icon in the notification area, click Power Options, and then select a plan in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window. Configuring Power Management Settings You...
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...Press . For more information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on how you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber. Press the power ...button. - Using a Battery 47 If the battery is hot from the electrical outlet and allow the ...
...Press . For more information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on how you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber. Press the power ...button. - Using a Battery 47 If the battery is hot from the electrical outlet and allow the ...
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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 47) before you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. Using a Battery 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 47) before you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. Using a Battery 49
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... computer to restore the data by entering the system setup program, then immediately exit the program (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 169). TI M E- OF -D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. A chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R... Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 89). The battery is running out of charge. OF - If the problem persists, try again. The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 89)....
... computer to restore the data by entering the system setup program, then immediately exit the program (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 169). TI M E- OF -D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. A chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R... Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 89). The battery is running out of charge. OF - If the problem persists, try again. The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 89)....
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... an electrical outlet. A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I C A L O U T L E T - The battery charge may need to charge. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. If the battery status light flashes amber or is a steady amber, the battery charge is below 0°C (32°F), the computer will not start. Connect the computer to room temperature. Contact Dell (see "Memory" on page...
... an electrical outlet. A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I C A L O U T L E T - The battery charge may need to charge. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. If the battery status light flashes amber or is a steady amber, the battery charge is below 0°C (32°F), the computer will not start. Connect the computer to room temperature. Contact Dell (see "Memory" on page...
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...settings for the keyword sleep in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 89, then contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the computer. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using a battery to change or click the Display icon....). C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C S T E S T S - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - If your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Search for Resolution and Colors. R U N T H E VI D E O D I A G N O S T I C A L O U T L E T - If no error message appears and you still have a display problem, but the display is on...
...settings for the keyword sleep in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 89, then contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the computer. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using a battery to change or click the Display icon....). C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C S T E S T S - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - If your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Search for Resolution and Colors. R U N T H E VI D E O D I A G N O S T I C A L O U T L E T - If no error message appears and you still have a display problem, but the display is on...
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... in a safe place. • To make the computer as light as possible, replace any devices installed in the module bay with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food. Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer • Attach...
... in a safe place. • To make the computer as light as possible, replace any devices installed in the module bay with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any extraneous items, such as shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food. Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer • Attach...
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...152 Traveling With Your Computer To disable wireless activity, use the wireless switch (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 83). • Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46). • If you...(also known as extreme temperatures and overexposure to sunlight, dirt, dust, or liquids. • Pack the computer so that you have a charged battery available in case you are used in the countries you will visit, and have it hand-inspected. • Ensure that it on your car...
...152 Traveling With Your Computer To disable wireless activity, use the wireless switch (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 83). • Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46). • If you...(also known as extreme temperatures and overexposure to sunlight, dirt, dust, or liquids. • Pack the computer so that you have a charged battery available in case you are used in the countries you will visit, and have it hand-inspected. • Ensure that it on your car...
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... 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-2032 65W (D-Series) 90W (D-...
... 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-2032 65W (D-Series) 90W (D-...
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Index Numerics 8-in-1 memory card reader, 73 A audio device connecting, 59 enabling, 67 audio. See sound B battery charge gauge, 45 charging, 47 checking the charge, 44 performance, 43 power meter, 45 removing, 48 storing, 49 blanks ExpressCards, 71, 73 removing, 72, 74 Bluetooth wireless technology card device status light, 29 ... to previous operating state, 123 slow performance, 99, 109 specifications, 159 stops responding, 107 connecting audio device, 59 Mobile Broadband network, 80 TV, 59 contacting Dell, 158 Index 195
Index Numerics 8-in-1 memory card reader, 73 A audio device connecting, 59 enabling, 67 audio. See sound B battery charge gauge, 45 charging, 47 checking the charge, 44 performance, 43 power meter, 45 removing, 48 storing, 49 blanks ExpressCards, 71, 73 removing, 72, 74 Bluetooth wireless technology card device status light, 29 ... to previous operating state, 123 slow performance, 99, 109 specifications, 159 stops responding, 107 connecting audio device, 59 Mobile Broadband network, 80 TV, 59 contacting Dell, 158 Index 195