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Contents CAUTION: Safety Instructions 11 General 11 Power 12 Battery 13 Air Travel 14 EMC Instructions 14 California Residents 14 When Using Your Computer 15 Ergonomic Computing Habits 16 When Working Inside Your Computer 16 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 17 Battery Disposal 17 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 20 Left Side View 23 Right Side View 24 Back View 26 Bottom View 28 2 Setting Up Your Computer Dell™ QuickSet Features 32 Clicking the QuickSet Icon 32 Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon 32 Contents 3
Contents CAUTION: Safety Instructions 11 General 11 Power 12 Battery 13 Air Travel 14 EMC Instructions 14 California Residents 14 When Using Your Computer 15 Ergonomic Computing Habits 16 When Working Inside Your Computer 16 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 17 Battery Disposal 17 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 20 Left Side View 23 Right Side View 24 Back View 26 Bottom View 28 2 Setting Up Your Computer Dell™ QuickSet Features 32 Clicking the QuickSet Icon 32 Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon 32 Contents 3
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... E-Mail Problems 35 Transferring Information to a New Computer 36 Setting Up a Printer 37 Printer Cable 38 Connecting a USB Printer 38 Printer Problems 38 Power Protection Devices 39 Surge Protectors 39 Line Conditioners 40 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 40 Turning Off Your Computer 40 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 42 Checking the Battery Charge 43...
... E-Mail Problems 35 Transferring Information to a New Computer 36 Setting Up a Printer 37 Printer Cable 38 Connecting a USB Printer 38 Printer Problems 38 Power Protection Devices 39 Surge Protectors 39 Line Conditioners 40 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 40 Turning Off Your Computer 40 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 42 Checking the Battery Charge 43...
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... not charging 46 If battery life is short 46 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ Button 48 Reprogramming the Button 48 Numeric Keypad 48 Keyboard Shortcuts 49 System Functions 49 Display Functions 49 Power Management 50 Speaker Functions 50 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 50 Touch...
... not charging 46 If battery life is short 46 4 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ AccessDirect™ Button 48 Reprogramming the Button 48 Numeric Keypad 48 Keyboard Shortcuts 49 System Functions 49 Display Functions 49 Power Management 50 Speaker Functions 50 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions 50 Touch...
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... Regulatory Notices 144 NOM Information (Mexico Only 145 Limited Warranties and Return Policy 147 Limited Warranty for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (Canada Only 150 "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only 153 Dell Software and Peripherals (Canada Only 154 1-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America and the Caribbean Only 155 ... Setup Screens 121 System Setup Screens 121 Commonly Used Options 122 System and Battery Performance Optimization 123 System Performance Overview 123 Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge Time . . . 124 Variable Speed Fan 124...
... Regulatory Notices 144 NOM Information (Mexico Only 145 Limited Warranties and Return Policy 147 Limited Warranty for Dell-Branded Hardware Products (Canada Only 150 "Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (Canada Only 153 Dell Software and Peripherals (Canada Only 154 1-Year End-User Manufacturer Guarantee (Latin America and the Caribbean Only 155 ... Setup Screens 121 System Setup Screens 121 Commonly Used Options 122 System and Battery Performance Optimization 123 System Performance Overview 123 Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge Time . . . 124 Variable Speed Fan 124...
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... via the telephone line. Do not cover the AC adapter with your AC adapter, ensure that will rise during normal operation (particularly when AC power is turned on or connected to help ensure your own personal safety and to the AC adapter. also, do not use an extension...inside a carrying case. • The AC adapter may become hot during or immediately after operation. • Do not allow your portable computer to the extension power cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable. • Do not push objects into air vents or openings of your computer. Allowing...
... via the telephone line. Do not cover the AC adapter with your AC adapter, ensure that will rise during normal operation (particularly when AC power is turned on or connected to help ensure your own personal safety and to the AC adapter. also, do not use an extension...inside a carrying case. • The AC adapter may become hot during or immediately after operation. • Do not allow your portable computer to the extension power cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable. • Do not push objects into air vents or openings of your computer. Allowing...
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...on. 12 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions These power cables may contain flammable substances. If you use a power extension cable, use the appropriate type, 2-prong or 3-prong, to provide an earth grounding connection. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To... help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device power cables into the RJ-11 connector, not the RJ-45 connector. ...
...on. 12 CAUTION: Safety Ins tr uctions These power cables may contain flammable substances. If you use a power extension cable, use the appropriate type, 2-prong or 3-prong, to provide an earth grounding connection. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To... help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device power cables into the RJ-11 connector, not the RJ-45 connector. ...
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...burns. • The battery poses a burn hazard if you are approved for disposal instructions. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of the power plug is damaged, electrolyte may leak from children. • Do not store or leave your computer or battery pack ... Keep the battery away from the cells and may result in a fire or with normal household waste. Ensure that are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use with extreme care. Do not disassemble it to your pocket, purse, or other types may explode. Discard a used battery according to...
...burns. • The battery poses a burn hazard if you are approved for disposal instructions. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of the power plug is damaged, electrolyte may leak from children. • Do not store or leave your computer or battery pack ... Keep the battery away from the cells and may result in a fire or with normal household waste. Ensure that are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use with extreme care. Do not disassemble it to your pocket, purse, or other types may explode. Discard a used battery according to...
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... a nonconducting material, such as a memory module by hand, be sure to have the computer checked by hand, be ready to room temperature before turning on power. • When you move your computer between environments with care. Also, before you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned to evaporate before proceeding...
... a nonconducting material, such as a memory module by hand, be sure to have the computer checked by hand, be ready to room temperature before turning on power. • When you move your computer between environments with care. Also, before you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned to evaporate before proceeding...
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Keeps the display closed. To access the help file, see "Using the Display" in the Tell Me How help file. D IS P LA Y - www.dell.com | support.dell.com Front View Dell™ AccessDirect™ button power button touch pad touch pad buttons display latch display keyboard status lights keyboard speaker speaker device status lights D I S P L A Y L A T C H - For more information about your display, see page 80. 20 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r
Keeps the display closed. To access the help file, see "Using the Display" in the Tell Me How help file. D IS P LA Y - www.dell.com | support.dell.com Front View Dell™ AccessDirect™ button power button touch pad touch pad buttons display latch display keyboard status lights keyboard speaker speaker device status lights D I S P L A Y L A T C H - For more information about your display, see page 80. 20 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r
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...follows: - light operates as follows: - Touch pad buttons provide the functionality of a mouse. TO UC H PA D - Blinks or turns off in power management mode. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as If the computer is turned off...). - The touch pad and touch pad buttons provide the functionality of a mouse. www.dell.com | support.dell.com DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is charging. NOTICE: To avoid loss of Yo u r...
...follows: - light operates as follows: - Touch pad buttons provide the functionality of a mouse. TO UC H PA D - Blinks or turns off in power management mode. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as If the computer is turned off...). - The touch pad and touch pad buttons provide the functionality of a mouse. www.dell.com | support.dell.com DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS Turns on when you turn off the computer while the light is charging. NOTICE: To avoid loss of Yo u r...
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... T - To access the help file, see page 80. A To ur of your computer by performing a Windows shutdown rather than by pressing the power button (see page 48. For more information, see page 40). NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or to launch a frequently ... PC Cards" in the Tell Me How help file. PO W E R B U T T O N - If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your choice. For more information, see "Power Management" in the Tell Me How help file. D E L L ™ AC C E S S D I R EC T ™ B U T T O N...
... T - To access the help file, see page 80. A To ur of your computer by performing a Windows shutdown rather than by pressing the power button (see page 48. For more information, see page 40). NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn on the computer or to launch a frequently ... PC Cards" in the Tell Me How help file. PO W E R B U T T O N - If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your choice. For more information, see "Power Management" in the Tell Me How help file. D E L L ™ AC C E S S D I R EC T ™ B U T T O N...
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..., when you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to the DC power required by the computer. CAUTION: Place the AC adapter in the Tell Me How help file, see page 80. Do not cover the AC adapter... with your computer to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a TV. To access the help...
..., when you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to the DC power required by the computer. CAUTION: Place the AC adapter in the Tell Me How help file, see page 80. Do not cover the AC adapter... with your computer to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a TV. To access the help...
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...or off . Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Right-click the icon to adjust power management settings using the Power Management Wizard. • Adjust the size of the QuickSet program installed on or off . • View Dell QuickSet Help. • View the version and copyright date of icons and ...toolbars. • Select a power scheme that you click, double-click, or right-click the icon. icon in the Power Management Wizard. • Turn presentation mode on your...
...or off . Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Right-click the icon to adjust power management settings using the Power Management Wizard. • Adjust the size of the QuickSet program installed on or off . • View Dell QuickSet Help. • View the version and copyright date of icons and ...toolbars. • Select a power scheme that you click, double-click, or right-click the icon. icon in the Power Management Wizard. • Turn presentation mode on your...
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...types of different devices. A device with the printer. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations and failures: • Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) Surge Protectors Surge protectors and power strips equipped with the cost of protection is listed, right- E N S U R E T H...help to prevent damage to the following power interruptions. See page 89. Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes....
...types of different devices. A device with the printer. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations and failures: • Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) Surge Protectors Surge protectors and power strips equipped with the cost of protection is listed, right- E N S U R E T H...help to prevent damage to the following power interruptions. See page 89. Power Protection Devices Several devices are available to protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes....
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... instructions. Disconnect the network cable from the network wall jack during electrical storms. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. Line conditioners are designed to enter standby or hibernate mode. To access...
... instructions. Disconnect the network cable from the network wall jack during electrical storms. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. Line conditioners are designed to enter standby or hibernate mode. To access...
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SECTION 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Charging the Battery Removing a Battery Installing a Battery Storing a Battery Battery and Power Problems 3
SECTION 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Charging the Battery Removing a Battery Installing a Battery Storing a Battery Battery and Power Problems 3
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...conditions. Do not use a battery from Dell. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your computer, see page 80. Battery Performance Use a battery to power the computer when it is recommended that you connect your Dell™ computer. Replace the battery only... with a compatible battery purchased from other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in maximum performance mode....
...conditions. Do not use a battery from Dell. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your computer, see page 80. Battery Performance Use a battery to power the computer when it is recommended that you connect your Dell™ computer. Replace the battery only... with a compatible battery purchased from other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in maximum performance mode....
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... is approximately 90 percent depleted. A pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is connected to an electrical outlet. Power Meter The Windows power meter indicates the remaining battery charge. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet, a icon appears. To access the help...: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning. Checking the Battery Charge The Microsoft® Windows® power meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the taskbar. U s ing a B atte r...
... is approximately 90 percent depleted. A pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is connected to an electrical outlet. Power Meter The Windows power meter indicates the remaining battery charge. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet, a icon appears. To access the help...: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning. Checking the Battery Charge The Microsoft® Windows® power meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the taskbar. U s ing a B atte r...
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... to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. Running the computer at high processor speeds and system activity levels. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with a battery, see page 80. Removing a Battery...help file. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. To access the help file, see "Power Management" in a hot environment, the battery may prevent the battery from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to...
... to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. Running the computer at high processor speeds and system activity levels. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with a battery, see page 80. Removing a Battery...help file. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. To access the help file, see "Power Management" in a hot environment, the battery may prevent the battery from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to...
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...recharge the battery fully before you store your computer for information on , press and hold the power button for several seconds. Battery and Power Problems C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T - When the power light is off, press the power button to exit standby mode. U s ing a B atte r y 45 Storing a ... file, see page 80. To access the help file for an extended period of time. If the light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. battery battery latch Installing a Battery Slide the battery into the battery bay until the latch clicks. C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y...
...recharge the battery fully before you store your computer for information on , press and hold the power button for several seconds. Battery and Power Problems C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T - When the power light is off, press the power button to exit standby mode. U s ing a B atte r y 45 Storing a ... file, see page 80. To access the help file for an extended period of time. If the light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. battery battery latch Installing a Battery Slide the battery into the battery bay until the latch clicks. C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y...