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...Look Bigger or Sharper . . . 40 Microsoft® Windows® XP 40 Windows Vista 41 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate 41 Microsoft Windows XP 42 Windows Vista 42 4 Using the Keyboard 43 Numeric Keypad 43 ...Keyboard Illumination 43 Key Combinations 43 Keyboard Illumination 43 System Functions 43 Battery 44 Power Management 44 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions . . . . 44 Touch Pad 45 5 Using a Battery 47 Battery Performance 47 Checking the Battery Charge 48 Dell™ QuickSet Battery...
...Look Bigger or Sharper . . . 40 Microsoft® Windows® XP 40 Windows Vista 41 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate 41 Microsoft Windows XP 42 Windows Vista 42 4 Using the Keyboard 43 Numeric Keypad 43 ...Keyboard Illumination 43 Key Combinations 43 Keyboard Illumination 43 System Functions 43 Battery 44 Power Management 44 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions . . . . 44 Touch Pad 45 5 Using a Battery 47 Battery Performance 47 Checking the Battery Charge 48 Dell™ QuickSet Battery...
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Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 48 Charge Gauge 49 Low-Battery Warning 49 Conserving Battery Power 50 Power Management Modes 50 Standby and Sleep Mode 50 Hibernate Mode 51 Configuring Power Management Settings 52 Accessing Power Options Properties 52 Charging the Battery 52 Removing the Battery 53 Storing a Battery 53 6 Using the Camera 55 Accessing the Camera's Help File 55 Manually Adjusting the Camera Settings 56 Creating a Picture or a Video 56 7 Using GamePanel 57 GamePanel Applications 58 8 Using Multimedia 59 Playing Media 59 Contents 5
Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 48 Charge Gauge 49 Low-Battery Warning 49 Conserving Battery Power 50 Power Management Modes 50 Standby and Sleep Mode 50 Hibernate Mode 51 Configuring Power Management Settings 52 Accessing Power Options Properties 52 Charging the Battery 52 Removing the Battery 53 Storing a Battery 53 6 Using the Camera 55 Accessing the Camera's Help File 55 Manually Adjusting the Camera Settings 56 Creating a Picture or a Video 56 7 Using GamePanel 57 GamePanel Applications 58 8 Using Multimedia 59 Playing Media 59 Contents 5
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only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement Find It Here Dell™ Product Information Guide • How to set up my computer Setup Diagram NOTE: The appearance of your setup diagram may vary. • ...Service Code Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License This label is located in the battery bay of your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting...
only) • Safety instructions • Regulatory information • Ergonomics information • End User License Agreement Find It Here Dell™ Product Information Guide • How to set up my computer Setup Diagram NOTE: The appearance of your setup diagram may vary. • ...Service Code Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License This label is located in the battery bay of your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting...
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...technology, toggle the wireless switch between the "on" and "off the computer while the light is flashing. Flashing blue: The battery is low. - Flashing orange: The battery charge is almost fully charged. - Turns on when wireless devices are enabled. Turns on when Bluetooth® wireless technology is...writes data. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is not available to charge the battery). light operates as follows: - If the computer is critically low. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off " positions (see "...
...technology, toggle the wireless switch between the "on" and "off the computer while the light is flashing. Flashing blue: The battery is low. - Flashing orange: The battery charge is almost fully charged. - Turns on when wireless devices are enabled. Turns on when Bluetooth® wireless technology is...writes data. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is not available to charge the battery). light operates as follows: - If the computer is critically low. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off " positions (see "...
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... data. Covers the compartment that contains the memory module connectors. A I V E - The computer uses an internal fan to an electrical outlet. About Your Computer 31 H A R D D R I R V E N T S - When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - B A T T E R Y - Bottom View...
... data. Covers the compartment that contains the memory module connectors. A I V E - The computer uses an internal fan to an electrical outlet. About Your Computer 31 H A R D D R I R V E N T S - When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - B A T T E R Y - Bottom View...
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See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to ensure that the device is interrupted. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to a separate power strip that provides temporary power to the hard drive may ...result in data loss or file damage. UPS devices contain a battery that provides surge protection. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to connected devices when AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 38 Setting...
See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to ensure that the device is interrupted. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to a separate power strip that provides temporary power to the hard drive may ...result in data loss or file damage. UPS devices contain a battery that provides surge protection. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to connected devices when AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 38 Setting...
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... device does not change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter may appear on an external monitor). Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to an external monitor and you try to change . You can conserve power by setting the display brightness to... key to increase brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). • Press and the down -arrow key on battery power, you attach to your portable computer. If your portable computer, not monitors or projectors that you can press the following keys to switch...
... device does not change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter may appear on an external monitor). Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is connected to an external monitor and you try to change . You can conserve power by setting the display brightness to... key to increase brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor). • Press and the down -arrow key on battery power, you attach to your portable computer. If your portable computer, not monitors or projectors that you can press the following keys to switch...
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Battery Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter. Dell QuickSet is connected to a network). Opens the Search Results dialog box. Opens the Run dialog box. Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if the ...
Battery Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter. Dell QuickSet is connected to a network). Opens the Search Results dialog box. Opens the Run dialog box. Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if the ...
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... an electrical outlet the first time you can hold a charge) decreases over time. One battery is used, you connect your computer. Depending on operating conditions. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is supplied as complex 3D graphics applications. • Running the computer...
... an electrical outlet the first time you can hold a charge) decreases over time. One battery is used, you connect your computer. Depending on operating conditions. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is supplied as complex 3D graphics applications. • Running the computer...
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... provide information on the taskbar. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of a lithium-ion battery. Do not use a battery from other computers with extreme care. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with your Dell computer. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is low. See "Battery Disposal" in the taskbar, and click Help. CAUTION: Misuse of...
... provide information on the taskbar. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of a lithium-ion battery. Do not use a battery from other computers with extreme care. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with your Dell computer. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is low. See "Battery Disposal" in the taskbar, and click Help. CAUTION: Misuse of...
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... NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning. Charge Gauge By either pressing once or pressing and holding the status button) The battery operating time is largely determined by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of "charged" but maintain a reduced...
... NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning. Charge Gauge By either pressing once or pressing and holding the status button) The battery operating time is largely determined by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of "charged" but maintain a reduced...
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... 50. • Use the Power Management Wizard or the Power Options Properties window to select options to optimize your computer loses AC and battery power while in Windows XP, click Start→Turn off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of time. These options can change when you leave...
... 50. • Use the Power Management Wizard or the Power Options Properties window to select options to optimize your computer loses AC and battery power while in Windows XP, click Start→Turn off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of time. These options can change when you leave...
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...enter sleep mode in Windows Vista, click the Windows Vista Start button , and then click Hibernate. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Depending on how you set the power management options. To exit standby or sleep mode, press the power ...click the Windows Vista Start button , and then click Sleep. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer is in Windows XP, click the Start button, click Turn off . Depending on how you may also use one of the following methods: • Close the display. ...
...enter sleep mode in Windows Vista, click the Windows Vista Start button , and then click Hibernate. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Depending on how you set the power management options. To exit standby or sleep mode, press the power ...click the Windows Vista Start button , and then click Sleep. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer is in Windows XP, click the Start button, click Turn off . Depending on how you may also use one of the following methods: • Close the display. ...
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... exit hibernate mode, press the power button. Configuring Power Management Settings You can leave the battery in the taskbar and click Help. Accessing Power Options Properties Windows XP Click Start→Control Panel→Performance and Maintenance, and then click Power Options Windows Vista Click the Windows Vista Start button , click Control...
... exit hibernate mode, press the power button. Configuring Power Management Settings You can leave the battery in the taskbar and click Help. Accessing Power Options Properties Windows XP Click Start→Control Panel→Performance and Maintenance, and then click Power Options Windows Vista Click the Windows Vista Start button , click Control...
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...and the computer, disconnect the modem from Dell. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the bay. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Power Problems" on page 52) before you use a battery from other external cables from the electrical outlet... For information about resolving problems with your Dell™ computer. To remove the battery: 1 Ensure that the computer is designed to work with a battery, see "Charging the Battery" on page 128. Using a Battery 53 NOTICE: Do not replace the battery with your computer for an extended period ...
...and the computer, disconnect the modem from Dell. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the bay. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Power Problems" on page 52) before you use a battery from other external cables from the electrical outlet... For information about resolving problems with your Dell™ computer. To remove the battery: 1 Ensure that the computer is designed to work with a battery, see "Charging the Battery" on page 128. Using a Battery 53 NOTICE: Do not replace the battery with your computer for an extended period ...
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... remote control: 1 Install a coin-cell battery into your Express Card remote control. 2 Launch Windows Vista™ Media Center from Start →Programs. 3 Use the remote control buttons to control Dell Media Direct and Windows Vista™ Media Center. Playing Media Using Dell Express Card Remote Control (Optional) The Dell Express Card remote control is...
... remote control: 1 Install a coin-cell battery into your Express Card remote control. 2 Launch Windows Vista™ Media Center from Start →Programs. 3 Use the remote control buttons to control Dell Media Direct and Windows Vista™ Media Center. Playing Media Using Dell Express Card Remote Control (Optional) The Dell Express Card remote control is...
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... use cleaning agents with water and wipe the computer and keyboard. Cleaning Your Computer 105 Computer, Keyboard, and Display CAUTION: Before you begin any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer or display, do not spray cleaning solution directly onto the display.
... use cleaning agents with water and wipe the computer and keyboard. Cleaning Your Computer 105 Computer, Keyboard, and Display CAUTION: Before you begin any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer or display, do not spray cleaning solution directly onto the display.
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Windows XP 1 Click Start→Control ... the hard drive. Troubleshooting 119 A chip on the hard drive. If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "System Setup Screens" on page 107). The reserve battery that supports the system configuration settings may be malfunctioning. The operating system cannot locate a sector on page 170). SHUTDOWN FAILURE - D A Y...Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. TIME- If the problem persists, try to charge the battery. System configuration settings are defective, back ...
Windows XP 1 Click Start→Control ... the hard drive. Troubleshooting 119 A chip on the hard drive. If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "System Setup Screens" on page 107). The reserve battery that supports the system configuration settings may be malfunctioning. The operating system cannot locate a sector on page 170). SHUTDOWN FAILURE - D A Y...Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. TIME- If the problem persists, try to charge the battery. System configuration settings are defective, back ...
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... page 127. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I L E D - A chip on page 180). Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "System Setup Screens" on the system board may be loose. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to an electrical outlet; Some cards do not support this Windows feature, the card...
... page 127. I F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I L E D - A chip on page 180). Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see "System Setup Screens" on the system board may be loose. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to an electrical outlet; Some cards do not support this Windows feature, the card...
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... to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. NOTE: For information on Sleep power state, see "Contacting Dell" on page 170). NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G H T - Contact Dell (see "Standby and Sleep Mode" on page 50. Ensure that the light is on. 128 Troubleshooting CHECK...
... to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. NOTE: For information on Sleep power state, see "Contacting Dell" on page 170). NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G H T - Contact Dell (see "Standby and Sleep Mode" on page 50. Ensure that the light is on. 128 Troubleshooting CHECK...