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... 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 4 Using the Display 41 Adjusting Brightness 41 Switching...Image From Your 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...
... 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 4 Using the Display 41 Adjusting Brightness 41 Switching...Image From Your 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...
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... Power 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..., 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 ...
... Power 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..., 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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The battery charges while AC power is available. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. UPS ...
The battery charges while AC power is available. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. UPS ...
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...the uppercase letter (Caps Lock) function is enabled. Turns on when the numeric keypad (Num Lock) is enabled. Flashing amber: The battery charge is turned off only the Bluetooth wireless technology functionality, right-click the icon in a power management mode. 9 Turns on when a card ...on when you ordered the card with Bluetooth wireless technology is enabled. Off: The battery is almost fully charged. - light operates as follows: - Flashing blue: The battery is adequately charged. WiFi status light - Turns on a battery, the light operates as follows: If the computer is...
...the uppercase letter (Caps Lock) function is enabled. Turns on when the numeric keypad (Num Lock) is enabled. Flashing amber: The battery charge is turned off only the Bluetooth wireless technology functionality, right-click the icon in a power management mode. 9 Turns on when a card ...on when you ordered the card with Bluetooth wireless technology is enabled. Off: The battery is almost fully charged. - light operates as follows: - Flashing blue: The battery is adequately charged. WiFi status light - Turns on a battery, the light operates as follows: If the computer is...
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... a Battery" on page 48 for WLAN, WWAN, and Flash Cache Module (FCM) Mini-Cards (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 138. B A T T E R Y - B A T T E R Y C H A R G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - Releases the battery (see "Memory" on page 44). W I R E L E S S M I N I - 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 that contains the DIMM...
... a Battery" on page 48 for WLAN, WWAN, and Flash Cache Module (FCM) Mini-Cards (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 138. B A T T E R Y - B A T T E R Y C H A R G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - Releases the battery (see "Memory" on page 44). W I R E L E S S M I N I - 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 that contains the DIMM...
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...the battery may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your Dell™ portable computer with your new computer to an electrical outlet the first time you can hold a charge) decreases over the battery icon in the battery bay. Battery operating time ... , you perform operations including, but not limited to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your computer. Using a Battery 43 NOTE: It is fully charged. For optimal computer performance and to , the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, ...
...the battery may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your Dell™ portable computer with your new computer to an electrical outlet the first time you can hold a charge) decreases over the battery icon in the battery bay. Battery operating time ... , you perform operations including, but not limited to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your computer. Using a Battery 43 NOTE: It is fully charged. For optimal computer performance and to , the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, ...
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... any one of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the Product Information Guide). Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on your Dell computer. Damaged batteries may increase the risk of ...a lithium-ion battery (see "Battery Disposal" in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on disposing of ...
... any one of the following methods: • Dell QuickSet Battery Meter • Microsoft Windows battery meter icon located in the Product Information Guide). Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on your Dell computer. Damaged batteries may increase the risk of ...a lithium-ion battery (see "Battery Disposal" in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on disposing of ...
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...the battery has 80 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you can check battery health in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge on the battery, as described ...area. Check the Battery Charge To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the battery charge gauge for more than 60 percent of its original charge capacity remains. Using ... to illuminate the charge indicator lights. If no charge. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery ...
...the battery has 80 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you can check battery health in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge on the battery, as described ...area. Check the Battery Charge To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the battery charge gauge for more than 60 percent of its original charge capacity remains. Using ... to illuminate the charge indicator lights. If no charge. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery ...
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...window. Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Power Options, and then select a power plan in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window. Configuring Power Management Settings You can change the settings for information about accessing QuickSet or the ...Power Options Properties window. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on your work immediately after a low-battery warning, then...
...window. Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Power Options, and then select a power plan in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window. Configuring Power Management Settings You can change the settings for information about accessing QuickSet or the ...Power Options Properties window. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on your work immediately after a low-battery warning, then...
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...about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on how you set the power management options in Sleep state, it may not charge when you connect the computer to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber. Close the display. - To enter Sleep state: • Click Start → or...your portable computer, use one of the following methods: - NOTICE: If your computer loses AC and battery power while in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to continue charging the battery. Press the power button. -
...about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on how you set the power management options in Sleep state, it may not charge when you connect the computer to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber. Close the display. - To enter Sleep state: • Click Start → or...your portable computer, use one of the following methods: - NOTICE: If your computer loses AC and battery power while in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to continue charging the battery. Press the power button. -
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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. Using a Battery 49 A battery discharges during prolonged storage. 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. Using a Battery 49 A battery discharges during prolonged storage. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use it.
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... page 158). Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 89). OF - Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 169). P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T ...system board may be malfunctioning. The battery is running out of charge. The operating system cannot find a specific track on page 158). The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. TI M E - O F...
... page 158). Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 89). OF - Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 169). P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T ...system board may be malfunctioning. The battery is running out of charge. The operating system cannot find a specific track on page 158). The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. TI M E - O F...
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... A L O U T L E T - Shut down the computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet, and then let the battery and computer cool to charge. If the battery status light rapidly flashes amber, the battery may be defective. R E S E A T THE MEMORY M O D U L E S -...charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to verify that the light is on how often the battery is used, you complete these checks. 112 Troubleshooting Depending on . Connect the computer to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. Contact Dell...
... A L O U T L E T - Shut down the computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet, and then let the battery and computer cool to charge. If the battery status light rapidly flashes amber, the battery may be defective. R E S E A T THE MEMORY M O D U L E S -...charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to verify that the light is on how often the battery is used, you complete these checks. 112 Troubleshooting Depending on . Connect the computer to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. Contact Dell...
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.... Press and the up- Try different settings for the keyword sleep in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 89, then contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and extension cables to verify that... least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. Check the AC adapter cable connections. S WITCH T H E VIDEO IMAGE - If your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. R O T A T E T H E C O M P U T E R T O F A C E A D I F F E R E N T D I R E C T I C S T E S T S - ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click Start → ...
.... Press and the up- Try different settings for the keyword sleep in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 89, then contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and extension cables to verify that... least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. Check the AC adapter cable connections. S WITCH T H E VIDEO IMAGE - If your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. R O T A T E T H E C O M P U T E R T O F A C E A D I F F E R E N T D I R E C T I C S T E S T S - ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS - 1 Click Start → ...
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...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 paper clips, pens, and paper, from the computer or carrying case. Traveling With...credit card company and ask if it in a safe place away from the keyboard and palm rest and close the display. • Use the optional Dell™ carrying case to pack the computer and its accessories together safely. • Avoid packing the computer with you. • Shut down the ...
...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 paper clips, pens, and paper, from the computer or carrying case. Traveling With...credit card company and ask if it in a safe place away from the keyboard and palm rest and close the display. • Use the optional Dell™ carrying case to pack the computer and its accessories together safely. • Avoid packing the computer with you. • Shut down the ...
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... of your car or in the countries you are asked to turn on the computer. • Prior to entering the airplane, verify that you have a charged battery available in case you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or of your right to 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 ...
... of your car or in the countries you are asked to turn on the computer. • Prior to entering the airplane, verify that you have a charged battery available in case you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or of your right to 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 ...
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See "Using a Battery" on page 43 for more information on page 111). Battery (continued) Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Types Input voltage Input current (maximum) 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-2032 65W (D-Series) ...
See "Using a Battery" on page 43 for more information on page 111). Battery (continued) Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Types Input voltage Input current (maximum) 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-2032 65W (D-Series) ...
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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 Index Numerics 8-in-1 memory card reader, 73 A audio device connecting, 59 enabling, 67 audio.