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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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...: - light operates as follows: - If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the - Solid orange: The battery charge is flashing. Turns on when wireless devices are enabled. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn on the computer and...wireless technology is in a power management mode. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or external power is low. - Flashing orange: The battery charge is not available to indicate battery charge status. Turns on steadily or blinks to charge the battery). DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off the computer...
...: - light operates as follows: - If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the - Solid orange: The battery charge is flashing. Turns on when wireless devices are enabled. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn on the computer and...wireless technology is in a power management mode. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or external power is low. - Flashing orange: The battery charge is not available to indicate battery charge status. Turns on steadily or blinks to charge the battery). DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off the computer...
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Release the battery. Provides information on the battery charge (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 48). A I V E - 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 - About Your Computer 31 Stores software and data. The computer uses an internal fan to an electrical outlet. H A R D D R I R V E N T S - B A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E S - Covers the compartment that contains the memory module connectors. When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer...
Release the battery. Provides information on the battery charge (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 48). A I V E - 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 - About Your Computer 31 Stores software and data. The computer uses an internal fan to an electrical outlet. H A R D D R I R V E N T S - B A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E S - Covers the compartment that contains the memory module connectors. When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer...
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... connected devices when AC power is being saved 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 approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 38 Setting Up Your Computer See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on...
... connected devices when AC power is being saved 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 approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 38 Setting Up Your Computer See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on...
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... Options Properties" on operating conditions. For optimal computer performance and to a CD or DVD. To view battery charge status, check the Power Meter in maximum performance mode. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is used and the conditions under which you can hold...
... Options Properties" on operating conditions. For optimal computer performance and to a CD or DVD. To view battery charge status, check the Power Meter in maximum performance mode. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is used and the conditions under which you can hold...
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... the battery away from Dell. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is designed to work with your Dell computer. The Battery Meter displays status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for advice on disposing of fire or chemical burn. Replace the battery only with your computer. Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter The battery meter indicates the remaining battery charge. See "Battery...
... the battery away from Dell. Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter If Dell QuickSet is designed to work with your Dell computer. The Battery Meter displays status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for advice on disposing of fire or chemical burn. Replace the battery only with your computer. Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter The battery meter indicates the remaining battery charge. See "Battery...
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... data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning. If the battery runs completely out of the total battery charge. Using a Battery 49 Check the Battery Charge To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on . If no lights appear, the battery has no lights appear, the battery is in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click the...
... data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning. If the battery runs completely out of the total battery charge. Using a Battery 49 Check the Battery Charge To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on . If no lights appear, the battery has no lights appear, the battery is in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click the...
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... make the computer exit standby or sleep mode by copying system data to a reserved area on how you set the power management options in Windows XP, click the Start button, click Turn off . To enter hibernate mode in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, you may... options. To 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.
... make the computer exit standby or sleep mode by copying system data to a reserved area on how you set the power management options in Windows XP, click the Start button, click Turn off . To enter hibernate mode in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, you may... options. To 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.
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... to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The computer may take a short time to an electrical outlet. 52 Using a Battery If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. For more information on hibernate mode, see "... 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 Panel, click System and Maintenance, and then click Power Options. Charging the Battery When you connect...
... to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The computer may take a short time to an electrical outlet. 52 Using a Battery If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. For more information on hibernate mode, see "... 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 Panel, click System and Maintenance, and then click Power Options. Charging the Battery When you connect...
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... computer. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use a battery from other external cables from the bay. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Power Problems" on page 128. For information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of...period of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to room temperature. The battery is designed to work with your Dell™ computer. NOTICE: You must remove...
... computer. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use a battery from other external cables from the bay. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Power Problems" on page 128. For information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Charging the Battery" on the bottom of...period of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to room temperature. The battery is designed to work with your Dell™ computer. NOTICE: You must remove...
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... and Support). You may require recharging. See Windows Help and Support for installation instructions. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. O F-D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - The operating system cannot find a specific track on page 180). TIME- SECTOR NOT FOUND ...on page 170). Windows XP 1 Click Start→Control Panel→Add or Remove Programs→Programs and Features. 2 Select the program you want to remove. 3 Click Uninstall. 4 See the program documentation for installation instructions. If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "System Setup...
... and Support). You may require recharging. See Windows Help and Support for installation instructions. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. O F-D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - The operating system cannot find a specific track on page 180). TIME- SECTOR NOT FOUND ...on page 170). Windows XP 1 Click Start→Control Panel→Add or Remove Programs→Programs and Features. 2 Select the program you want to remove. 3 Click Uninstall. 4 See the program documentation for installation instructions. If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "System Setup...
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... I P C O U N T E R 2 F A I B L E . X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I L E D - Replace the battery, or connect the computer to an electrical outlet; otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer. Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. 120 Troubleshooting ExpressCard Problems... CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. C H E C K T H A ...Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board may be loose. P R O V I S N O T R E A D Y - Contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 107). Also, for the Date and Time options (see "Dell...
... I P C O U N T E R 2 F A I B L E . X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I L E D - Replace the battery, or connect the computer to an electrical outlet; otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer. Contact the ExpressCard manufacturer. 120 Troubleshooting ExpressCard Problems... CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. C H E C K T H A ...Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the system board may be loose. P R O V I S N O T R E A D Y - Contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 107). Also, for the Date and Time options (see "Dell...
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... a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it is on page 50. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - 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 - Connect the computer to charge. Contact Dell (see "Standby and Sleep Mode" on . 128 Troubleshooting Ensure that the light is used and...
... a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it is on page 50. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - 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 - Connect the computer to charge. Contact Dell (see "Standby and Sleep Mode" on . 128 Troubleshooting Ensure that the light is used and...
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... your computer supports, it . Verify that requires a higher resolution than your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I N G S - Check the AC adapter cable connections. CHECK THE BATTERY - Video and Display Problems Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 169 as a lamp... operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 136. If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a battery to your computer. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - Troubleshooting...
... your computer supports, it . Verify that requires a higher resolution than your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I N G S - Check the AC adapter cable connections. CHECK THE BATTERY - Video and Display Problems Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 169 as a lamp... operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 136. If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a battery to your computer. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - Troubleshooting...
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... With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer • Attach a name tag or business card to carry with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any spare batteries that you plan to the computer. • Write down the computer. • Disconnect the AC adapter.... Use the Service Tag if you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a...
... With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer • Attach a name tag or business card to carry with the Dell TravelLite™ module. • Fully charge the main battery and any spare batteries that you plan to the computer. • Write down the computer. • Disconnect the AC adapter.... Use the Service Tag if you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a...
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... to sunlight, dirt, dust, or liquids. • Pack the computer so that it hand-inspected. • Ensure that you have a charged battery available in case you are used in the countries you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as a merchandise passport... or have appropriate power adapters. • Check with items such as baggage. • Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time. • If you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or of your right to users of electronic devices during ...
... to sunlight, dirt, dust, or liquids. • Pack the computer so that it hand-inspected. • Ensure that you have a charged battery available in case you are used in the countries you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as a merchandise passport... or have appropriate power adapters. • Check with items such as baggage. • Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time. • If you are traveling internationally, carry proof of ownership-or of your right to users of electronic devices during ...
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... inch) 139.0 mm (5.47 inches) 0.48 kg (1.1 lb) (9 cell) 10.8 VDC 4 hours (at 100% in 4 hours) 2 hour (at 80% in 2 hours) Battery operating time varies depending on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) 90...-264 VAC 3.2 A 47-63 Hz 11.8 A (continuous), 12.8A peak 4 second pulse 230 W 19.5 VDC See "Battery Performance" on page 47 for ...
... inch) 139.0 mm (5.47 inches) 0.48 kg (1.1 lb) (9 cell) 10.8 VDC 4 hours (at 100% in 4 hours) 2 hour (at 80% in 2 hours) Battery operating time varies depending on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) 90...-264 VAC 3.2 A 47-63 Hz 11.8 A (continuous), 12.8A peak 4 second pulse 230 W 19.5 VDC See "Battery Performance" on page 47 for ...
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See sound B battery charge gauge, 49 charging, 52 checking the charge, 48 performance, 47 power meter, 48 removing, 53 storing, 53 blank cards ExpressCards, 86 memory card, 89 removing, 87, 90 Blu-ray Disc, 65, 113 ... performance, 115, 125 specifications, 172 stops responding, 123 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 139 connecting audio device, 68 Mobile Broadband network, 98 TV, 68 contacting Dell, 170 copying CDs helpful tips, 64 Index 201 Index Numerics 8-in-1 memory card reader, 88 A air vents description, 25, 28, 31 audio device connecting, 68...
See sound B battery charge gauge, 49 charging, 52 checking the charge, 48 performance, 47 power meter, 48 removing, 53 storing, 53 blank cards ExpressCards, 86 memory card, 89 removing, 87, 90 Blu-ray Disc, 65, 113 ... performance, 115, 125 specifications, 172 stops responding, 123 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 139 connecting audio device, 68 Mobile Broadband network, 98 TV, 68 contacting Dell, 170 copying CDs helpful tips, 64 Index 201 Index Numerics 8-in-1 memory card reader, 88 A air vents description, 25, 28, 31 audio device connecting, 68...