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... Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 37 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 Power Management Modes 41 Configuring Power Management Settings 43 Charging the...
... Keyboard Settings 37 Touch Pad 37 Customizing the Touch Pad 38 5 Using a Battery 39 Battery Performance 39 Checking the Battery Charge 40 Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter 40 Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter 40 Charge Gauge 40 Low-Battery Warning 41 Conserving Battery Power 41 Power Management Modes 41 Configuring Power Management Settings 43 Charging the...
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...letter function is flashing. About Your Computer 17 DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off ). • Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. • Solid orange: The battery charge is almost fully charged. Turns on the computer, and blinks when the computer is connected to indicate...adjust the volume of data, never turn on steadily or blinks to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows: • Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off the computer while the light is enabled. NOTICE: To avoid loss of the integrated speakers...
...letter function is flashing. About Your Computer 17 DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off ). • Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. • Solid orange: The battery charge is almost fully charged. Turns on the computer, and blinks when the computer is connected to indicate...adjust the volume of data, never turn on steadily or blinks to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows: • Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off the computer while the light is enabled. NOTICE: To avoid loss of the integrated speakers...
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... the online network adapter documentation supplied with your computer. Back View 1 2 34 1 network connector 2 battery 3 AC adapter connector 4 security cable slot NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) Connects the computer to the DC power required by the ...computer. B A T T E R Y - The AC adapter converts AC power to a network. Attaches an AC adapter to an electrical outlet. When a battery is installed, you can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on page 39. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor. A C A D A P T E R...
... the online network adapter documentation supplied with your computer. Back View 1 2 34 1 network connector 2 battery 3 AC adapter connector 4 security cable slot NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45) Connects the computer to the DC power required by the ...computer. B A T T E R Y - The AC adapter converts AC power to a network. Attaches an AC adapter to an electrical outlet. When a battery is installed, you can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on page 39. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor. A C A D A P T E R...
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... cable or improperly connecting the cable to the cable. S E C U R I V E - Bottom View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 hard drive 2 optical-drive locking screw 3 memory module cover 4 air vents 7 battery charge gauge 5 communications card cover 8 battery 6 battery-bay latch release H A R D D R I T Y C A B L E S L O T - Stores software and data. Covers the compartment that contains the modem and the memory modules. CAUTION: The AC adapter works...
... cable or improperly connecting the cable to the cable. S E C U R I V E - Bottom View 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 hard drive 2 optical-drive locking screw 3 memory module cover 4 air vents 7 battery charge gauge 5 communications card cover 8 battery 6 battery-bay latch release H A R D D R I T Y C A B L E S L O T - Stores software and data. Covers the compartment that contains the modem and the memory modules. CAUTION: The AC adapter works...
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..." on page 39. 24 About Your Computer C O M M U N I C A T I R V E N T S - Restricting the airflow can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. BATTERY-BAY LATCH RELEASE - B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E - For more information, see "Using Networks" on page 75. CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in a ...
..." on page 39. 24 About Your Computer C O M M U N I C A T I R V E N T S - Restricting the airflow can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. BATTERY-BAY LATCH RELEASE - B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E - For more information, see "Using Networks" on page 75. CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in a ...
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... to ensure that provides surge protection. Setting Up Your Computer 31 Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of different devices. The battery charges while AC power is expected in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the telephone wall jack and disconnect your ...computer from voltage spikes that provides temporary power to a separate power strip that the device is interrupted. UPS devices contain a battery that can occur during electrical storms and when a lightning storm is available. Disconnect the network cable from the network wall connector ...
... to ensure that provides surge protection. Setting Up Your Computer 31 Uninterruptible Power Supplies NOTICE: Loss of different devices. The battery charges while AC power is expected in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the telephone wall jack and disconnect your ...computer from voltage spikes that provides temporary power to a separate power strip that the device is interrupted. UPS devices contain a battery that can occur during electrical storms and when a lightning storm is available. Disconnect the network cable from the network wall connector ...
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...→ Display→ Settings. Using the Display 33 Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to an external monitor and you try to change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter may appear on battery power, you attach to your computer is running on either the computer display or...
...→ Display→ Settings. Using the Display 33 Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to an external monitor and you try to change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter may appear on battery power, you attach to your computer is running on either the computer display or...
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Adjusting Keyboard Settings To adjust keyboard operation, such as the Battery Meter or activating power management modes. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 37 To access the Help and Support Center, see the Windows Help and ...
Adjusting Keyboard Settings To adjust keyboard operation, such as the Battery Meter or activating power management modes. Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 37 To access the Help and Support Center, see the Windows Help and ...
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...or separate paper warranty document that you use the computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not be fully charged, use a battery from Dell. Replace the battery only with your computer. The battery is recommended that shipped with your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to work ... or explosion. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43 for information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used, you perform operations including, but...
...or separate paper warranty document that you use the computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not be fully charged, use a battery from Dell. Replace the battery only with your computer. The battery is recommended that shipped with your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to work ... or explosion. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43 for information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used, you perform operations including, but...
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... incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to display the QuickSet Battery Meter. Damaged batteries may increase the risk of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft® Windows®...176;C (149°F). If no lights appear, the battery has no longer holds a charge, call your computer. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with household waste. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is charged. Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter...
... incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to display the QuickSet Battery Meter. Damaged batteries may increase the risk of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. Checking the Battery Charge The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft® Windows®...176;C (149°F). If no lights appear, the battery has no longer holds a charge, call your computer. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with household waste. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is charged. Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter...
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... approximately 90 percent depleted. Each light represents incremental degradation. See "Specifications" on page 163 for the battery alarms. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on the battery as described below or by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. NOTICE: If your work immediately after a predetermined period of the charge capacity remains, and you press...
... approximately 90 percent depleted. Each light represents incremental degradation. See "Specifications" on page 163 for the battery alarms. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on the battery as described below or by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. NOTICE: If your work immediately after a predetermined period of the charge capacity remains, and you press...
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... key or touching the touch pad. Remove and reinsert the card (see the documentation that came with your operating system. 42 Using a Battery You cannot make the computer exit standby mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. To exit standby mode, press the power .... - Close the display. - NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Press the power button. - To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. When the computer exits hibernate mode,...
... key or touching the touch pad. Remove and reinsert the card (see the documentation that came with your operating system. 42 Using a Battery You cannot make the computer exit standby mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. To exit standby mode, press the power .... - Close the display. - NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Press the power button. - To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. When the computer exits hibernate mode,...
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... outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged 6-cell battery in approximately 1 hour with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 43) before you need. If the battery is connected to replace the main battery, see "Charging the Battery" on page 100. After...
... outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged 6-cell battery in approximately 1 hour with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 43) before you need. If the battery is connected to replace the main battery, see "Charging the Battery" on page 100. After...
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... FILE WAS NOT FOUND - A chip on the hard drive. The reserve battery that the drive is missing an essential file. A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. See "Contacting Dell" on page 116). If the problem persists, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 141. 94 Troubleshooting M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R ...an electrical outlet to charge the battery. OPTIONAL ROM BAD CHECKSUM - See "Contacting Dell" on page 141. You may require recharging. If the message reappears, contact Dell. The operating system may be ...
... FILE WAS NOT FOUND - A chip on the hard drive. The reserve battery that the drive is missing an essential file. A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. See "Contacting Dell" on page 116). If the problem persists, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 141. 94 Troubleshooting M E M O R Y W R I T E / R E A D F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R ...an electrical outlet to charge the battery. OPTIONAL ROM BAD CHECKSUM - See "Contacting Dell" on page 141. You may require recharging. If the message reappears, contact Dell. The operating system may be ...
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... controller may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may be loose. Insert a disk into the connector. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to an electrical outlet. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E - Contact Dell. Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. O F - Run the System Set tests in the Windows taskbar. Otherwise...
... controller may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may be loose. Insert a disk into the connector. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to an electrical outlet. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E - Contact Dell. Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. Contact Dell or the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer. O F - Run the System Set tests in the Windows taskbar. Otherwise...
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... Before you may need to verify the status of your ExpressCard is used, you begin any network cables from support.dell.com. 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...card is low or depleted. Check the status in the notification area if the computer has a Dell Mobile Broadband (wireless wide area network [WWAN]) device installed. CHECK THE BATTERY STATUS LIGHT - C HARGE T H E BATTERY - If the light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. When the power light...
... Before you may need to verify the status of your ExpressCard is used, you begin any network cables from support.dell.com. 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...card is low or depleted. Check the status in the notification area if the computer has a Dell Mobile Broadband (wireless wide area network [WWAN]) device installed. CHECK THE BATTERY STATUS LIGHT - C HARGE T H E BATTERY - If the light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. When the power light...
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..., such as a lamp. NOTE: If you begin any of the procedures in this adapter. Troubleshooting 101 If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is too hot to room temperature. Contact Dell. 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 E S - for Your Computer Your computer is designed to use this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product...
..., such as a lamp. NOTE: If you begin any of the procedures in this adapter. Troubleshooting 101 If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is too hot to room temperature. Contact Dell. 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 E S - for Your Computer Your computer is designed to use this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product...
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... E C T R I V E R - ELIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Search for the keyword standby in the Product Information Guide. SWITCH THE VIDEO IMAGE - If your computer. R O T A T E T H E C O M P U.... CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. CHECK THE BATTERY - If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Windows Help and ...
... E C T R I V E R - ELIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Search for the keyword standby in the Product Information Guide. SWITCH THE VIDEO IMAGE - If your computer. R O T A T E T H E C O M P U.... CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. CHECK THE BATTERY - If you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Windows Help and ...
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...if you are correctly oriented and aligned. See "Turning Off Your Computer" on a card. See the documentation that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your docking device. Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you disconnect a cable, pull on its ... in on its pins. Damage due to servicing that came with your warranty. NOTICE: When you service the computer. 7 Remove the main battery: a Slide the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of cable, press in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the computer, perform ...
...if you are correctly oriented and aligned. See "Turning Off Your Computer" on a card. See the documentation that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your docking device. Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you disconnect a cable, pull on its ... in on its pins. Damage due to servicing that came with your warranty. NOTICE: When you service the computer. 7 Remove the main battery: a Slide the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of cable, press in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the computer, perform ...
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Adding and Replacing Parts 115 1 2 3 1 battery-bay latch release 2 battery (9-cell battery shown) 3 battery tabs (2) NOTE: To replace the battery, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Turn the computer upside-down. 2 Remove the optical-drive locking screw. 3 ...Insert a scribe into the corresponding slots in reverse order. Optical Drive CAUTION: Before you properly insert the two battery tabs into the notch by the screw hole and push the scribe toward the optical drive bay to ground the system board. 9 Remove any ...
Adding and Replacing Parts 115 1 2 3 1 battery-bay latch release 2 battery (9-cell battery shown) 3 battery tabs (2) NOTE: To replace the battery, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Turn the computer upside-down. 2 Remove the optical-drive locking screw. 3 ...Insert a scribe into the corresponding slots in reverse order. Optical Drive CAUTION: Before you properly insert the two battery tabs into the notch by the screw hole and push the scribe toward the optical drive bay to ground the system board. 9 Remove any ...