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Contents

1 Finding Information

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Documentation Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using Microsoft

Windows Help

Windows

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Microsoft Windows Guide

Using Devices

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Device User’s Guides

Using the Drivers and Utilities CD

Fixing Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Microsoft Windows Guide

Dell Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Installing Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

2 About Your Computer

Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Left View

Right View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Back View Bottom View

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3 UsingMicrosoft® Windows® XP

Help and Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Switching to Classic View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Control Panel

Start Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Window and Button Appearance

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Desktop Cleanup Wizard

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Transferring Information to a New Computer . . . . . . . . . . 33

User Accounts and Fast User Switching

Adding User Accounts Fast User Switching

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Setting Up a Home and Office Network

Connecting to a Network Adapter Network Setup Wizard

Internet Connection Firewall

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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4 Dell™ QuickSet Features

Clicking the QuickSet Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

5 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

4 Contents

Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Keyboard Shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

System Functions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

CD or DVD Tray

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Display Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Radios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth™)

. . . . 45

Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Speaker Functions Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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Touch Pad

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick

Changing the Track Stick Cap

6 Using the Display

Adjusting Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution

Microsoft® Windows® XP Windows 2000

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

7 Using the Dell™ D/Bay

About the Dell D/Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Removing and Installing Devices When the Computer is Turned Off . 56

Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running

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Using the CD or DVD Tray

Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture

8 Using a Battery

Battery Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

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Checking the Battery Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Dell QuickSet Battery Meter Microsoft Windows Power Meter

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Charge Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Health Gauge Low-Battery Warning

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Charging the Battery Removing a Battery

Installing a Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Storing a Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

9 Power Management

Power Management Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Power Management Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Setting Sleep Modes

Selecting a Power Scheme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Setting Battery Alarms and Actions Completing the Power Management Wizard

Power Management Modes

Standby Mode Hibernate Mode

Power Options Properties

Power Schemes Tab Alarms Tab

Power Meter Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Advanced Tab Hibernate Tab

Intel SpeedStep® Technology Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

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10 Using PC Cards

PC Card Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

PC Card Blanks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Extended PC Cards Installing a PC Card

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Removing a PC Card or Blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

11 Using Smart Cards

About Smart Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Installing a Smart Card

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

12 Traveling With Your Computer

Identifying Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Packing the Computer Travel Tips

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

T raveling by Air If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

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13 Passwords

About Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Using a Primary Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Using an Administrator Password Using a Hard Drive Password

Assigning an Asset Tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Viewing Existing Asset and Service Tags

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

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Deleting an Asset Tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Assigning an Owner Tag

Deleting an Owner Tag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Asset Tag Options

14 Solving Problems

Power Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Video and Display Problems

If the display is blank If the display is difficult to read

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

If only part of the display is readable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Sound and Speaker Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

If you have a problem with the integrated speaker

. . . . . . . 113

If you have a problem with external speakers . . . . . . . . . . 114

Printer Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Modem and Internet Connection Problems Touch Pad or Mouse Problems

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

. . . . . . . . . . . . 117

External Keyboard Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Unexpected Characters Drive Problems

If you cannot save a file to a floppy drive If you cannot play a CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

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124 If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound If the CD-RW or DVD+RW drive stops writing

. . . . . . 124

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If you have problems with a hard drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

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PC Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Smart Card Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Network Problems

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

General Program Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

A program crashes

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

A program stops responding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

A solid blue screen appears Error messages appear

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

If Your Dell™ Computer Gets Wet If You Drop or Damage Your Computer

Resolving Other Technical Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

15 Using the Dell Diagnostics

When to Use the Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Features of the Dell Diagnostics

Starting the Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

16 Cleaning Your Computer

Computer, Keyboard, and Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Touch Pad Floppy Drive Optical Media

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

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17 Reinstalling Software

Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP

Using the Windows XP Device Driver Rollback . . . . . . . . 144

Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows 2000

Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities

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Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Windows 2000

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore

Creating a Restore Point

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148

Restoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State

Undoing the Last System Restore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Reinstalling Microsoft® Windows® XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Before You Reinstall

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Reinstalling Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Reinstalling Drivers and Software

Reinstalling Windows 2000

Enabling Hibernate Mode

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154

18 Adding and Replacing Parts

Adding Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156

Installing a Memory Module Under the Memory Module/Modem Cover 156

Installing a Memory Module Under the Keyboard

Adding a Modem

Replacing the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163

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Adding a Mini PCI Card Replacing the Hard Drive Adding a Bluetooth™ Module

19 Using the System Setup Program

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

Viewing the System Setup Screens

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System Setup Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

Commonly Used Options

Changing the Boot Sequence Changing COM Ports Enabling the Infrared Sensor

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

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20 Alert Standard Format (ASF)

21 Getting Help

Technical Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

Online Services AutoTech Service

Automated Order-Status Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Technical Support Serv ice

Problems With Your Order

Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You Call

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

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Contacting Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187

22 Specifications

23 Appendix

Ergonomic Computing Habits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214

Regulatory Notices

FCC Notices (U.S. Only) IC Notice (Canada Only)

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CE Notice (European Union) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222

CE Mark Notice

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222

New Zealand Telecom Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223

ENERGY STAR Simplified Chinese Class A Warning Notice (China Only)

Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225

. . . . 225

EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only) . . . . . . . . . 226

VCCI Notice (Japan Only) MIC Notice (Republic of Korea Only)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228

Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice . . . . . . . 230

BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only) NOM Information (Mexico Only)

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Warranty and Return Policy

24 Glossar y

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Finding Information

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Safety Instructions

CAUTION: For precautions on safely handling and using your

computer and preventing electrostatic discharge, see the safety instructions in the

System Information Guide

Documentation Updates

Documentation updates are sometimes included with your computer to describe changes to your computer or software. Always read these updates before consulting any other documentation because the updates contain the latest information.

Readme files, which may be installed on your hard drive or found on CDs such as the Dell™ Drivers and Utilities CD, provide last-minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical reference material intended for experienced users or technicians.

Using Microsoft® Windows

Windows Help

The Windows XP and Windows 2000 operating systems provide complete online instructions for using them:

• In Windows XP, click the Start button and click Help and Support. For more information, see "Help and Support Center."

• In Windows 2000, click the Start button and click Help.

Microsoft Windows Guide

For more information on using the Windows operating system, see the Microsoft Windows documentation that came with your computer.

Using Devices

Device User’s Guides

For help on using your computer's devices (such as a modem) and options you purchase separately from your computer , see the device user’s guide.

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• In Windows XP, click the Start button and click Help and Support. From the Help and Support window, click User and system guides.

• In Windows 2000, click the Start button, point to Programs, and then click User’s Guides.

Using the Drivers and Utilities CD

The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers and utilities, the Dell Diagnostics, and user’s guides for your computer and optional devices. Dell ships your computer to you with required drivers and utilities already installed—no further installation or configuration is needed. If you ever need to reinstall a driver or utility, run diagnostics tests on your computer, or access the user’s guides, use the Driv ers and Utilities CD. See "Reinstalling

Software" and "Using the Dell Diagnostics."

Fixing Problems

For help with fixing computer problems, see "Solving Problems" and "Using

the Dell Diagnostics."

Microsoft Windows Guide

For more information on troubleshooting problems, see the Microsoft Windows documentation that came with your computer.

Dell Support

F or personalized online support, driver updates, and instant answers to your questions, access the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

Installing Parts

For help with adding parts to your computer, see "Adding and Replacing

Parts."

For detailed information on the computer parts and assemblies and how to remov e and replace them, see the computer Service Manual on support.dell.com.

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Front View

611

1 display latch 8 touch pad 2 display 9 battery/battery bay 3 device status lights 10 track stick/touch pad

buttons

4 keyboard status lights 11 track stick 5 power button 12 microphone 6 speaker 13 volume control buttons 7 keyboard 14 mute button

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DISPLAY LATCH — Slide the display latch to open the display. DISPLAY — For more information about your display, see "Using the Display." DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS

Turns on when you turn on the computerm or blinks steadily when the computer is in standby mode.

Turns on when the computer reads or writes data.

NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while

the light is flashing.

Indicates battery charge status. Turns on when the wireless antenna is enabled. To enable or disable the antenna, press .

NOTE: The wireless features on your computer, including Bluetooth™ and Mini PCI Wi-Fi, are optional. The icon turns on only if you ordered a

wireless option with your computer. For more information, see the documentation that came with your wireless technology.

If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as

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follows:

– Solid green: The battery is charging. – Flashing green: The battery is almost fully charged.

If the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as follows:

– Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off). – Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. – Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low.

KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTS

The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:

Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled.

Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled.

Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled.

POWER BUTTON — Press the power button to turn on the computer or to exit a

power management mode.

NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn off your computer by performing an

operating system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button.

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If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely (which may take several seconds).

SPEAKER — To adjust the volume of the integrated speaker, press the volume

control buttons or volume control keyboard shortcuts. For more information, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad."

KEYBOARD — The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft

Windows

logo key . For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see

"Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad."

TOUCH PAD — Touch pad and touch pad buttons provide the functionality of a

mouse. See "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" for more information.

BATTERY/BATTERY BAY — When a battery is installed, you can use the

computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. See "Using a

Battery."

TRACK STICK/TOUCH PAD BUTTONS — Track stick and touch pad buttons

provide the functionality of a mouse. See "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" for more information.

TRACK STICK — Track stick and track stick buttons provide the functionality of a

mouse. See "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" for more information.

MICROPHONE — Allows you to record audio. VOLUME CONTROL BUTTONS — Press these buttons to adjust the volume. MUTE BUTTON — Press this button to turn off the volume.

Left View

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1 Dell™ D/Bay connector 2 IEEE 1394 connector 3 audio connectors 4 audio connectors 5 infrared sensor 6 PC Card slot (plastic

blank installed)

DELL™ D/BAY CONNECTOR

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Connects the Dell™ D/Bay, which is an external media bay that accommodates an optical drive, floppy drive, or second hard drive; also connects standard USB devices

IEEE 1394 CONNECTOR — Use to attach devices supporting IEEE 1394 high- speed transfer rates, such as some digital video cameras.

AUDIO CONNECTORS

Attach a microphone to the connector.

Attach headphones or speakers to the connector. The connector is a stereo output connector.

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INFRARED SENSOR — Lets you transfer files from your computer to another

IrDA-compatible device without using cable connections. When you receive your computer, the sensor is disabled. You can use the system

setup program to enable the sensor. For information on transferring data, see

Windows Help, the Windows Help and Support Center, or the documentation that came with your IrDA-compatible device.

ARD SLOT — Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter.

PC C

The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more information, see "Using PC Cards."

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1 hard drive 2 smart card slot 3 fan exhaust 4 air intake 5 security cable slot

HARD DRIVE — Stores software and data. SMART CARD SLOT — Supports one smart card. For more information, see

"Using Smart Cards."

FAN EXHAUST — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the

vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.

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NOTE: The computer

turns on the fan when the computer gets warm. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.

NOTE: The computer

turns on the fan when the computer gets warm. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem

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with the fan or the computer.

CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to

accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your computer in a lowairflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.

AIR INTAKE — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the

vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.

CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to

accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your computer in a lowairflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.

SECURITY CABLE SLOT — Allows you to attach a commercially available

antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device.

NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the

security cable slot.

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1 air intake 5 network connector (RJ-45) 2 USB connector 6 modem connector (RJ-11)

3 serial connector 7 AC Adapter connector 4 video connector

AIR INTAKE — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the

vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.

CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to

accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your computer in a lowairflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.

CONNECTOR

USB

Connects USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to the USB connector using the optional floppydrive cable.

(optional)

NOTE: The computer

turns on the fan when the computer gets warm. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.

SERIAL

CONNECTOR

Connects serial devices, such as a mouse or handheld device.

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VIDEO CONNECTOR

Connects an external monitor. For more information, se e "Using the Display."

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NETWORK

CONNECTOR (RJ-45)

NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector.

T o avoid damaging the comput er, do not plug a telephone line in to the network connector.

Connects the computer to a network. The green and yellow lights next to the connector indicate activity for both wired and wireless network communications.

F or information on usin g the network a dapter, see the online network-adapter documentation supplied with your computer. See "Finding Information."

MODEM CONNECTOR (RJ-11) (OPTIONAL)

If you ordered the optional internal modem, connect the telephone line to the modem connector.

For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer . See "Finding

Information."

DAPTER CONNECTOR — Attach an AC adapter to the computer.

AC A

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The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on or off.

CAUTION: The AC adapter works wi th electrical outl ets

worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.

NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer,

grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable.

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3 4

1 Bluetooth module cover 6 air intake 2 battery-bay latch release 7 Service Tag 3 battery 8 memory module/modem

cover

4 battery charge gauge 9 docking device slot 5 hard drive

BLUETOOTH MODULE COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the optional Bluetooth module.

BATTERY-BAY LATCH RELE ASE — Releases the battery. See "Removing a

Battery" for instructions.

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BATTERY — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without

connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. See "Using a Battery."

BATTERY CHARGE GAUGE — Provides information on the battery charge. See

"Checking the Battery Charge."

HARD DRIVE — Stores software and data. AIR INTAKE — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the

vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.

CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to

accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your computer in a lowairflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.

ERVICE TAG — Identifies your computer when you access Dell Support at

support.dell.com or when you call Dell for customer service or technical support.

MEMORY MODULE/MODEM COVER — Covers the compartment that contains

the memory module and optional modem. See "Adding and Replacing Parts."

DOCKING DEVICE SLOT — Lets you attach your computer to a docking device.

See the documentation that came with your docking device for additional information.

NOTE: The computer

turns on the fan when the computer gets warm. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fans or the computer.

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NOTE: Windows XP

Home Edition and Windows XP Professional offer different features and appearances. Also, options available in Windows XP Professional vary depending on whether your computer is connected to a domain.

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Help and Support Center

The Help and Support Center provides help with the Microsoft® Windows educational tools. To access the Help and Support Center, click the Start button and click Help and Support.

XP operating system and also offers other support and

Switching to Classic View

You can change the appearance of the Control Panel, the Start menu, and the Microsoft operating systems.

Control Panel

The Control Panel presents information as task-oriented categories. If you are accustomed to performing a particular task with the icon-oriented classic Control Panel, you can switch to the classic icon view.

1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Click Switch to Classic View or Switch to Category View in the

upper-left area of the Control Panel window.

Start Menu

Windows® desktop to the classic view of previous Windows

1 Right-click the empty area on the taskbar. 2 Click Properties and click the Start Menu tab. 3 Click Classic Start Menu and click OK.

Window and Button Appearance

1 Right-click anywhere on the main desktop screen and click Properties. 2 Click the Appearance tab. 3 From the Windows and buttons drop-down menu, click Windows

Classic style.

4 To customize color, font, and other classic desktop options, click

Advanced.

5 When you have completed your appearance selections, click OK.

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Desktop Cleanup Wizard

By default, the Desktop Cleanup Wizard mo ves desktop icons that are not frequently used from your desktop to a designated folder 7 days after you first start your computer and every 60 days after that. The appearance of the Start menu changes as desktop icons are moved.

To turn off the Desktop Cleanup Wizard:

1 Right-click an empty spot on the desktop and click Properties. 2 Click the Desktop tab and click Customize Desktop. 3 Click Run Desktop Cleanup Wizard every 60 days to remove the

check mark.

4 Click OK.

To run the Desktop Cleanup Wizard at any time:

1 Right-click an empty spot on the desktop and click Properties. 2 Click the Desktop tab and click Customize Desktop. 3 Click Clean Desktop Now. 4 When the Desktop Cleanup Wizard screen appears, click Next. 5 To leave an icon on the desktop, click the icon name to remove the

check mark, and then click Next.

6 Click Finish to remove the shortcuts and close the wizard.

Transferring Information to a New Computer

The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Files and Settings Transfer wizard to move data from the source computer to the new computer. You can move data such as:

•E-mails

• Toolbar settings

• Window sizes

• Internet bookmarks

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Yo u can transfer the data to the new computer over a network or serial connection, or you can store it on a removable medium, such as a writable CD or floppy disk.

To prepare the new computer for the file transfer:

1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System

Tools, and then click Files and Settings Transfer Wizard.

2 When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen

appears, click Next.

3 On the Which computer is this? screen, click New Computer and

click Next.

4 On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I will use the

wizard from the Windows XP CD and click Next.

5 When the Now go to your old computer screen appears, go to your old

or source computer. Do not click Next at this time.

To copy data from the old computer:

1 On the old computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System CD. 2 On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Perform

additional tasks.

3 Under What do you want to do?, click Transfer files and settings. 4 On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen, click Next. 5 On the Which computer is this? screen, click Old Computer and click

Next.

6 On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer method you

prefer.

7 On the What do you want to transfer? screen, select the items you

want to transfer and click Next. After the information has been copied, the Completing the

Collection Phase screen appears.

8 Click Finish.

To transfer data to the new computer:

1 On the Now go to your old computer screen on the new computer,

click Next.

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2 On the Where are the files and settings? screen, select the method you

chose for transferring your settings and files and click Next. The wizard reads the collected files and settings and applies them to

your new computer. When all of the settings and files have been applied, the Finished

screen appears.

3 Click Finished and restart the new computer.

User Accounts and Fast User Switching

Adding User Accounts

After the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system is installed, the administrator or a user with administrator rights can create additional user accounts.

1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 In the Control Panel window, click User Accounts. 3 Under Pick a task, click Create a new account. 4 Under Name the new account, type the name of the new user and

click Next.

5 Under Pick an account type, click one of the following options:

• Computer administrator — You can change all computer settings.

• Limited — You can change only your own personal settings, such

as your password. You cannot install programs or use the Internet.

6 Click Create Account.

Fast User Switching

Fast User Switching allows multiple users to access one computer without requiring the previous user to log off.

1 Click the Start button and click Log Off. 2 In the Log Off Windows window, click Switch User.

NOTE: Fast User

Switching is unavailable if your computer is running Windows XP Professional and is a member of a computer domain, or if your computer has less than 128 MB of memory.

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When you use Fast User Switching, programs that previous users were using remain running in the background, so your computer might run slower. Also, multimedia programs, such as games and DVD software, might not work with Fast User Switching. For more information, see the Windows

Help and Support Center.

Setting Up a Home and Office Network

Connecting to a Network Adapter

Before you connect your computer to a network, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a functional network cable connected to it.

To connect a network cable:

NOTE: Insert the cable

until it clicks into place, and then gently pull it to ensure that it is secure.

NOTE: Do not use a

network cable with a telephone wall jack.

NOTE: Selecting the

connection method This

computer connects directly to the Internet

enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP.

1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the

back of your computer.

2 Connect the other end of the functional network cable to a network

connection device, such as a network wall jack.

Network Setup Wizard

The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office.

1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→

Communications, and then click Network Setup Wizard.

2 On the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Click Checklist for creating a network.

Complete the checklist and required preparations.

4 5 Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions on

the screen.

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Internet Connection Firewall

The Internet Connection Firewall provides basic protection from unauthorized access to the computer while the computer is connected to the Internet. The firewall is automatically enabled when you run the Network Setup Wizard. When the firewall is enabled for a network connection, the firewall icon appears with a red background in the Network Connections portion of the Control Panel.

Note that enabling the Internet Connection Firewall does not reduce the need for virus-checking software.

For more information, see the Help and Support Center.

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Dell QuickSet provides you with easy access to configuration settings for power management schemes, battery resources, icon and font size, display brightness, volume, and network activity. If QuickSet is installed on your computer, it runs from the icon located in the taskbar. If QuickSet is not installed, you can download the program from support.dell.com. QuickSet functions differently when you click, double-click, or right-click the icon.

Clicking the QuickSet Icon

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Click the icon to perform the following tasks:

• Adjust power management settings using the Power Management

Wizard.

• Adjust the size of icons and toolbars.

• Select a power scheme that you set in the Power Management Wizard.

• Turn presentation mode on or off.

Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon

Double-click the icon to adjust power management settings using the

Power Management Wizard.

Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon

Right-click the icon to perform the following tasks:

• Enable or disable the Brightness Meter on the screen.

• Enable or disable the Volume Meter on the screen.

• Turn wireless activity on or off.

•View Dell QuickSet Help.

• View the version and copyright date of the QuickSet program installed on your computer.

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Numeric Keypad

The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keybo ard. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions. The keyp ad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the right of the k eypad keys. To

type a number or symbol, hold down and press the desired k ey.

• To enable the keypad, press . The light indicates that the keypad is active.

• To disable the keypad, press again.

Keyboard Shortcuts

System Functions

Opens the Task Manager window

Enables and disables the numeric keypad

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Battery

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Enables and disables the scroll lock

Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (if QuickSet is installed)

Ejects the tray out of the drive (if Dell QuickSet is installed)

Switches the video image to the next display option. The options include the integrated display, an external monitor, and both displays simultaneously.

Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor).

Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor).

Radios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth™)

Enables and disables radios, including wireless networking and Bluetooth (both optional)

Power Management

Activates a power management mode. You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to activate a different power management mode using the

Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties

window.

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Speaker Functions

Microsoft

Windows® Logo Key Functions

Increases the volume of the integrated speaker and external speakers, if attached

Decreases the volume of the integrated speaker and external speakers, if attached

Enables and disables the integrated speaker and external speakers, if attached

Minimizes all open windows

Maximizes all windows

Runs Windows Explorer

Opens the Run dialog box

Opens the Search Results dialog box

Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if the computer is connected to a network)

Opens the System Properties dialog box

To adjust keyboard operation, such as the characte r repeat rate:

• In Windows XP, open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard.

• In Windows 2000, open the Control Panel and double-click the Keyboard icon.

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Touch Pad

The touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the display. Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you would use a mouse.

1 track stick 2 track stick buttons 3 touch pad 4 touch pad buttons

• To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger over the touch pad.

• To select an object, lightly tap once on the surface of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button.

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• To select and move (or drag) an object, position the cursor on the object and tap down-up-down on the touch pad. On the second down motion, leave your finger on the touch pad and move the selected object by sliding your finger over the surface.

• To double-click an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button twice.

You can also use the track stick to move the cursor. Press the track stick left, right, up, or down to change the direction of the cursor on the display. Use the track stick and track stick buttons as you would use a mouse.

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Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick

Yo u can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad and track stick or adjust their settings.

1 In Windows XP, open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other

Hardware, and click Mouse.

In Windows 2000, open the Control Panel and double-click the Mouse icon.

2 In the Mouse Properties window:

•Click the Device Select tab to disable the touch pad and track

stick.

•Click the Pointer tab to adjust touch pad and track stick settings.

3 Click OK to save the settings and close the window.

Changing the Track Stick Cap

You can replace your track stick cap if it wears down from prolonged use or if you prefer a different color. You can purchase additional caps by visiting the Dell website at www.dell.com.

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1 Pull the cap off the track stick. 2 Align the new cap over the square track-stick post and gently press the

cap down onto the post.

NOTICE: The track stick can damage the display if it is not properly seated

on the post.

Test the track stick to ensure that the cap is seated properly.

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NOTE: By default, the

Brightness Meter appears in the lower-right corner of the display. You can click and drag the meter to a new location, and the meter subsequently always appears at the new location.

Adjusting Brightness

When the Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can conserve power by setting the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting using the appropriate keyboard shortcuts for the display.

If Dell QuickSet is installed, the QuickSet Brightness Meter shows the current brightness setting for the display. Right-click the icon in the taskbar to enable or disable the Brightness Meter on the screen.

1 Brightness Meter

NOTE: Brightness

keyboard shortcuts only affect the display on your portable computer, not monitors that you attach to your portable computer or docking device. If your computer is connected to an external monitor and you try to change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter appears, but the brightness level on the monitor does not change.

You can enable or disable the Brightness Meter from the QuickSet taskbar menu. When the meter is enabled, press the following keys to adjust brightness:

•Press

on an external monitor).

to increase brightness on the integrated display only (not

•Press to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not

on an external monitor).

For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar and click Help.

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Switching the Video Image

When you start the computer with an external device (such as an external monitor or projector) attached and turned on, the image may appear on either the display or the external device.

Press to switch the video image to the display only, the external device only, or the display and the external device simultaneously.

Setting Display Resolution

To display a program at a specific resolution, both the video controller and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must

be installed.

Before you change any of the default display settings, make a note of the default settings for future reference.

If you choose a resolution or color palette that is higher than the display supports, the settings adjust automatically to the closest possible setting.

Microsoft® Windows® XP

1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a categ ory, click Appearance and Themes. 3 Under Pick a task..., click the area you want to change, or under or

pick a Control Panel icon, click Display.

4 Try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolution.

NOTE: Use only the Dell-

installed video drivers, which are designed to offer the best performance with your Dell-installed operating system.

Windows 2000

1 Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control

Panel.

2 Double-click the Display icon and click the Settings tab. 3 Try different settings for Colors and Screen area.

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NOTE: As the resolution

increases, icons and text appear smaller on the screen.

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If the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display, the computer enters pan mode. In pan mode, the screen cannot be completely displayed. For example, the taskbar that usually appears at the bottom of the desktop may no longer be visible. To vie w the rest of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to pan up, down, left, and right.

NOTICE: You can damage an external monitor by using an unsupported

refresh rate. Before adjusting the refresh rate on an external monitor, see the monitor user's guide.

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Using the Dell™ D/Bay

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About the Dell D/Bay

You can install Dell Latitude™ D-Family devices such as a floppy drive or an optical drive.

Removing and Installing Devices When the Computer is Turned Off

NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry place when

they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.

Press the device latch release so that the latch relea se pops out.

2 Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the

D/Bay.

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3 Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel a

click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the computer.

4 Connect the D/Bay cable to the Dell D/Bay connector on the

computer..

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Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running

Microsoft® Windows® XP

1 Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Click the device you want to eject.

NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry place when

they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.

Press the device latch release so that the latch relea se pops out.

4 Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the

D/Bay.

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5 Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel a

click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the computer.

Windows XP automatically r ecognizes the new device.

6 If necessary, enter your password to unlock your drive.

Windows 2000

1 Click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2 Click the device you want to eject and click Stop. 3 Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out.

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4 Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the

D/Bay.

5 Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel a

click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the computer.

6 When the operating system recognizes the new device, click Close.

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Using the CD or DVD Tray

NOTICE: Do not press down on the drive tray when opening or closing it.

Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive.

NOTICE: Do not move the computer while playing CDs or DVDs.

Press the eject button on the front of the drive.

2 Pull the tray out. 3 Place the disc, label side up, in the center of the tray. 4 Snap the disc onto the spindle.

1 eject button

5 Push the tray back into the drive.

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NOTE: If you use a

module bay that shipped with another Latitude DFamily computer, you need to install the drivers and software necessary to play DVDs or write data. For more information, see

Drivers and Utilities

the CD.

NOTE: If the speaker is

muted, you do not hear

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the CD or DVD playing.

You can play a DVD on your computer if the computer shipped with a DVD drive or a CD-RW/DVD combo drive. You can write data to a blank CD on your computer if the computer shipped with a CD-RW or CD-RW/DVD combo drive.

F or more informatio n on playing CDs or watching movies, click Help on the CD player or DVD player (if available).

Adjusting the Volume

1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→

Entertainment (or Multimedia), and then click Volume Control.

2 In the Volume Control window, click and drag the bar in the Volume

Control column and slide the bar up or down to increase or decrease

the volume.

For more information on volume control options, click Help in the Volume Control window.

The Volume Meter displays the current volume level, including mute, on your computer. Either right-click the icon in the taskbar or press the

volume control buttons to enable or disable the Volume Meter on the

screen (if Dell QuickSet is installed).

1 volume icon 2 Volume Meter 3 mute icon

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When the meter is enabled, adjust the volume using the volume control buttons or by pressing the following keys:

• Press

to increase volume.

• Press to decrease volume.

• Press to mute volume.

For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar and click Help.

Adjusting the Picture

If an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing DV D playback, adjust the display properties.

Windows XP

1 Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2 Under Pick a categ ory, click Appearance and Themes. 3 Under Pick a task..., click Change the screen resolution.

NOTE: By default, the

Volume Meter appears in the lower-right corner of the display. You can click and drag the meter to a new location, and the meter subsequently always appears at the new location.

4 In the Display Properties window, click and drag the bar in Screen

resolution to change the setting to 1024 by 768 pixels.

5 Under Color quality, click the drop-down menu and click Medium (16

bit).

6 Click OK.

Windows 2000

1 Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control

Panel.

2 Double-click the Display icon and click the Settings tab. 3 Click and drag the bar in Screen area to change the setting to 1024 by

768 pixels.

4 Under Color quality, click the drop-down menu and click High Color

(16 bit).

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5 Click Apply. 6 Click OK to save the settings and close the window.

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Battery Performance

NOTE: Batteries for

portable computers are covered only during the initial one-year period of the limited warranty for your computer. For more information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the

Information Guide

NOTE: It is

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recommended that you connect your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to a CD.

System

Use a battery to power the computer when it is not connected to an electrical outlet. One battery is supplied as standard equipment in the battery bay.

Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. Operating time is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following:

• Using optical drives, especially DVD and CD-RW drives

• Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices

• Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs such as 3D games

• Running the computer in maximum performance mode

You can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the computer. You can also set power management options to alert you when the battery charge is low.

CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increa se the risk of

fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The lithium-ion battery is designed to work with your Dell™ computer. Do not use batteries from other computers with your computer.

CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with household waste.

When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your local wa ste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery. See the battery disposal instructions in your

System Information Guide

CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or

chemical burn. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to temperatures above 65°C (149°F). Keep the battery away from children. Handle damaged or leaking batteri es with extreme care. Damaged batteries may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage.

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Checking the Battery Charge

The Microsoft® Windows® power meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide

information on the battery charge.

Dell QuickSet Battery Meter

If Dell QuickSet is installed, press to display the QuickSet Battery Meter.

The Battery Meter screen displays status, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in your computer.

In addition, when your computer is connected to a docking device (docked), the Battery Meter screen includes a Dock Battery tab, which displays the charge level and current status of the docking device battery.

The following icons appear in the Battery Meter screen:

• The computer or docking device is running on battery power.

• The battery is discharging or idle.

• The computer or docking device is connected to an electrical outlet and running on AC power.

• The battery is charging.

• The computer or docking device is connected to an electrical outlet and running on AC power.

• The battery is discharging, idle, or charging.

For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help.

Microsoft Windows Power Meter

The Windows power meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the power meter, double -click the icon on the taskbar. For more information on the Power Meter tab, see "Power Management."

NOTE: You can use your

docking device to charge a computer battery. However, a battery in a docking device does not power the docking device or computer.

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If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears.

Charge Gauge

Press the status button on the battery c h arge gauge to illuminate the charge-level lights. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of the total battery charge. For example, if the battery has 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of the lights are on. If no lights appear, the battery has no charge.

Health Gauge

The battery operating time is largely determined by the number of times it is charged. After hundreds of charge and discharg e cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity, or battery health. To check the battery health, press and hold the status button on the battery charge gauge for at least 3 seconds. If no lights appear, the battery is in good condition, and more than 80 percent of its original charge capacity remains. Each light represents incremental degradation. If five lights appear, less than 60 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. See "Specifications" for more information about the battery operatin g t ime.

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Low-Battery Warning

NOTICE: To avo id losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately

after a low-battery warning. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet, or install a second battery in the module bay. If the battery runs completely out of power, standby mode begins automatically.

A pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. For more information on low-battery alarms, see "Power

Management."

Charging the Battery

When you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge.

If the battery is warm from being used in your computer or being in a warm environment, the battery may not charge when you connect the computer to an electrical outlet.

The battery is too warm to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to room temperature. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to continue charging the battery.

For more information on resolving problems with a battery, see "Power

Problems."

Removing a Battery

CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, disconnect the

modem from the telephone wall jack.

NOTICE: If you choose to replace the battery with the computer in standby

mode, you have up to 90 seconds to complete the battery replacement before the computer shuts down and loses any unsaved data.

NOTE: Charge time is

longer with the computer turned on. You can leave the battery in the computer as long as you like. The battery internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging.

Ensure that the computer is turned off, suspended in a power

management mode, or connected to an electrical outlet.

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2 If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it.

See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.

3 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the

computer, and then remove the battery from the bay.

Installing a Battery

Slide the battery into the bay until the latch release clicks.

Storing a Battery

Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you use it.

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Power Management Tips

NOTE: See "Using a

Battery" for more

information on conserving battery power.

NOTE: The power

management options described in this section

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are for Microsoft® Windows® operating systems. Power management options may vary, depending on which operating system is installed.

NOTE: The Power

Management Wizard is not available if you have restricted access rights.

NOTE: On the What is

Power Management? screen, you can select Do not show this page again.

When you select this option, the Welcome screen also does not appear again.

• Connect the computer to an electrical outlet when possible because battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is charged.

• Place the computer in standby mode or hibernate mode when you leave the computer unattended for long periods of time.

• To exit a power management mode, press the power button.

Power Management Wizard

If Dell™ QuickSet is installed, click or double-click the icon to open the Power Management Wizard.

The first two screens of the wizard—Welcome and What is Power Management?—describe and define various power management options.

Use the following screens of the Power Management Wizard to set various power management options, including sleep modes, power schemes, and low battery-charge alarms.

Setting Sleep Modes

The screen defines standby and hibernate modes. From the screen you can:

• Set standby-mode password options.

• Enable or disable hibernate mode.

• Select how the computer will respond when you close the dis play: – Choose no action.

–Enter standby mode. – Enter hibernate mode.

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• Select how the computer will respond when you press the power button:

– Choose no action. – Enter standby mode. – Enter hibernate mode. –Shut down the Microsoft

Window s® operating system and turn

off the computer.

– Prompt a user for an action (Ask me what to do).

• Select how the computer will respond when you press : – Choose no action.

– Enter standby mode. – Enter hibernate mode. – Shut down the operating system and turn off the computer. – Prompt a user for an action (Ask me what to do).

Selecting a Power Scheme

The screen allows you to select, create, and edit power scheme settings. In addition, you can delete power schemes that you create, but you cannot delete Dell™ QuickSet predefined power schemes (Maximum Battery, Maximum Performance, Presentation, and Network Disabled).

NOTE: When your

computer is running on battery power, the Network Disabled power scheme disables your internal network and wireless activity. When your computer is connected to an electrical outlet or docking device, the Network Disabled power scheme disables only your wireless activity. You must set the power scheme through QuickSet (not Microsoft Windows®) for Network Disabled to work.

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NOTE: Brightness

shortcut keys only affect the display on your portable computer, not monitors that you attach to your portable computer or docking device. If your computer is in CRT only mode and you try to change the brightness level, the Brightness Meter appears, but the brightness level on the monitor does not change.

All QuickSet power schemes are displayed in a drop-down menu near the center of the screen. The power settings for each scheme in the menu are listed below the menu. The power settings are listed separately for when the computer is running on battery or connected to an electrical outlet.

The Power Management Wizard also allows you to associate the display brightness level with a power scheme. You must enable brightness-level power schemes through Qui c kSet in order to set the brightness level.

The display brightness, internal network-card activity, and wireless activity features are not available through the Microsoft

Windows® Control P anel power schemes. In order to make use of these value-added features, you must set them through QuickSet power schemes.

Setting Battery Alarms and Actions

The screen allows you to enable the lo w-battery and critical-battery alarms and to change settings for the alarms. For example, you can set the lowbattery alarm to 20% to remind you to save work and switch to AC power, and you can set the critical-battery alarm to 10% to enter hibernate mode. From the screen, you can:

• Select whether the alarm will notify you by sound or text.

• Adjust the power level at which you want the alarm to notify you.

• Select how the computer will respond when the alarm notifies you: – Choose no action.

–Enter standby mode. – Enter hibernate mode. – Shut down Windows and turn off the computer.

Completing the Power Management Wizard

The screen summarizes the QuickSet power scheme, sleep mode, and battery alarm settings for your computer. Review the settings you have selected and click Finish.

For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar and click Help.

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Power Management Modes

Standby Mode

Standby mode conserves power by turning off the display and the hard drive after a predetermined period of inactivity (a time-out). When the computer exits standby mode, it returns to the same operating state it was in before entering standby mode.

NOTICE: If your computer loses AC and battery power while in standby

mode, it may lose data.

To enter standby mode:

• In the Microsoft click Turn off computer, and then click Stand by.

In Windows 2000, click the Start button, click Shutdown, click Standby, and then click OK.

• Depending on how you set the power management options on the

Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window, use one of the

following methods: – Press the power button.

– Close the display. – Press .

To exit standby mode, press the power button or open the display depending on how you set the options on the Advanced tab. You cannot make the computer exit standby mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad or track stick.

Windows XP operating system, click the Start button,

Hibernate Mode

Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to a reserved area on the hard drive and then completely turning off the computer. When the computer exits hibernate mode, it returns to the same operating state it was in before entering hibernate mode.

NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your

computer is in hibernate mode.

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Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low.

To manually enter hibernate mode:

• In Windows XP, click the Start button, click Turn off computer, press and hold , and then click Hibernate.

In Windows 2000, if hibernate support is enabled, click the Start button, click Shutdown, click Hibernate, and then click OK.

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NOTE: Some PC Cards

may not operate correctly after the computer exits hibernate mode. Remove

and reinsert the card, or

simply restart (reboot) your computer.

• Depending on how you set the power management options on the

Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window, use one of the

following methods to enter hibernate mode: – Press the power button.

– Close the display. –Press .

To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. The computer may take a short time to exit hibernate mode. You cannot make the computer exit hibernate mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad or track stick. F or more information on hibernate mode, see the documentation that came with your operating system.

Power Options Properties

The Power Options Properties window helps you to manage power consumption and monitor battery charge status. To access the Microsoft Windows

Power Options Properties window:

• In Windows XP, click the Start button→ Control P anel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Power Options.

• In Windows 2000, open the Control Panel, and then double-click the Power Opti ons icon.

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Power Schemes Tab

The Power schemes drop-down menu displays the selected preset power scheme. Keep the default Portable/Laptop power scheme to maximize battery power.

Windows XP controls the performance level of the processor depending on the power scheme you select. You do not need to make any further adjustments to set the performance level. For information on setting processor performance for other operating systems, see "Intel SpeedStep

Technology Tab." Each preset power scheme has different time-out settings for entering

standby mode, turning off the display, and turning off the hard drive. For more information on power management options, see the Help and Support Center (Windows Help in Windows 2000).

Alarms Tab

The Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm settings alert you with a message when the battery charge falls below a certain percentage. When you receive your computer, the Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm check boxes are selected. It is recommended that you continue to use these settings. See "Using a Battery" for more information on low-battery warnings.

Power Meter Tab

The Power Meter tab displays the current power source and amount of battery charge remaining.

Advanced Tab

The Advanced tab allows you to:

• Set power icon and standby mode password options.

• Program the following functions (depending on your operating system):

– Prompt a user for an action (Ask me what to do). – Enter standby mode. – Enter hibernate mode.

NOTE: To enable audible

alarms, click each Alarm

Action button and select Sound alarm.

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NOTE: Windows XP

controls the performance level of the processor depending on the power scheme that you select. See "Power Schemes Tab."

– Shut down Windows and turn off the computer. – Choose no action (None or Do nothing).

To program these functions, click an option from the corresponding dropdown menu and then click OK.

Hibernate Tab

The Hibernate tab lets you enable hibernate mode by clicking the Enable hibernate support check box.

Intel SpeedStep® Technology Tab

NOTE: To use Intel

SpeedStep technology, a Windows operating system must be running.

Depending on your operating system and microprocessor, the Power Options Properties window includes the Intel SpeedStep

technology tab.

The Intel SpeedStep technology allows you to set the performance level of the processor according to whether the computer is running on battery or AC power. Depending on your operating system, typical options are:

• Automatic — The processor runs at its highest possib le spe ed (Maximum Performance mode) when the computer is running on AC power. When the computer is running on battery power, the processor runs in Battery Optimized mode.

• Maximum Performance — The processor is capable of running at its highest possible speed even if the computer is running on battery power.

• Battery Optimized Performance — Processor speed is optimized for battery power even if the computer is connected to an electrical outlet.

To change additional Intel SpeedStep options:

1 Click Advanced and then click one of the following options:

• Disable Intel SpeedStep technology control

• Remove flag icon (from the notification area)

• Disable audio notification when performance changes

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2 Click OK to accept any changes, and then click OK to close the Intel

SpeedStep

technology window.

You can also change the Intel SpeedStep settings by right-clicking the flag icon in the notification area.

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PC Card Types

See "Specifications" for information on supported PC Cards.

NOTE: A PC Card is not

a bootable device.

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The PC Card slot has one connector that supports a single Type I or Type II card. The PC Card slot supports Car dBu s technolo gy and extended PC Cards. "Type" of card refers to its thickness, not its functionality.

PC Card Blanks

Your computer shipped with a plastic blank installed in the PC Card slot. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles. Save the blank for use when no PC Card is installed in the slot; blanks from other computers may not fit your computer.

To remove the blank, see "Removing a PC Card or Blank."

Extended PC Cards

An extended PC Card (for example, a wireless network adapter) is longer than a standard PC Card and extends outside the computer. Follow these precautions when using extended PC Cards:

• Protect the exposed end of an installed card. Striking the end of the card can damage the system board.

• Always remove an extended PC Card before you pack the computer in its carrying case.

Installing a PC Card

You can install a PC Card in the computer while the computer is running. The computer automatically detects the card.

PC Cards are generally marked with a symbol (such as a triangle or an arrow) to indicate which end to insert into the slot. The cards are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion. If card orientation is not clear, see the documentation that came with the card.

To install a PC Card:

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1 Hold the card with its orientation symbol pointing into the slot and

the top side of the card facing up. The latch may need to be in the "in" position before you insert the card.

2 Slide the card into the slot until the card is completely seated in its

connector. If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. Check the

card orientation and try again.

The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy disk or CD that came with the PC Card.

Removing a PC Card or Blank

NOTICE: Use the PC Card configuration utility on the taskbar to select

a card and stop it from functioning before you remove it from the computer. If you do not stop the card in the configuration utility , you could lose data. Do not attempt to eject a card by pulling its cable, if one is attached.

Press the eject button.

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2 Press the eject button a second time. 3 Gent ly remove the card.

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Save a blank to use when no PC Card is installed in a slot. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles.

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Using Smart Cards

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About Smart Cards

Smart cards are small portable credit-card shaped devices with internal integrated circuits. Smart cards come in two varieties: memory and microprocessor. Memory smart cards store data but cannot process information. Microprocessor smart cards can add, delete, and manipulate information in the card memory. The top surface of the microprocessor smart card contains an embedded microprocessor located under the gold contact pad. Microprocessor smart cards can be used for programs such as:

• Secure log-on and authentication of users to PCs and networks

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NOTE: To use a smart

card for secure PC log-on and authentication, B2B and B2C e-commerce, local file encrypti on, and storage of digital certificates, additional software is required. To use a smart card for secure network log-on and authentication, file and email encryption, and Virtual Private Network (VPN) log-on, you need to enable Microsoft® Windows® PKI support.

• Secure business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) ecommerce

• Storage of digital certificates, credentials, and passwords

• Encryption of sensitive data

The combination of the small size and integrated circuits make smart car ds valuable tools for security, data storage, and special programs. Using smart cards can improve system security by combining something a user has (the smart card) with something only the user should know (a PIN) to provide more secure user -authentication than passwords alone.

Installing a Smart Card

You can install a smart card in the computer while the computer is running. The computer automatically detects the card.

To install a smart card:

1 Remove the smart card blank from the smart card slot. 2 Hold the card face up with the gold contact pad on the top surface and

pointing toward the smart card slot.

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1 gold contact pad 2 smart card (top)

3 Slide the smart card into the smart card slot until the card is

completely seated in its connector. The smart card will protrude from the slot. The smart card slot is located below the PC Card slot.

If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. Check the card orientation and try again.

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1 smart card slot 2 smart card

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Traveling With Your Computer

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Identifying Your Computer

• Attach a name tag or business card to the computer, or use a permanent marker or stencil to write a unique identifying mark (such as your driver's license number) on the computer.

• Write down your Service Tag and store it in a safe place away from the computer or carrying case. Use the Service Tag if you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell.

•Assign an owner tag, which appears in the system log-on screen and cannot be changed or deleted if the primary or administrator passwords are set.

• Contact your credit card company and ask if it offers coded identification tags.

Packing the Computer

• Remove any external devices attached to the computer and store them in a safe place. Remove any cables attache d to insta lled PC Cards, and

remove any extended PC Cards.

• 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 spare batteries you plan to carry with you.

• Shut down the computer.

• Disconnect the AC adapter.

NOTICE: When the display is closed, extraneous items on the keyboard or

palm rest could damage the display.

• Remove any extraneous items, such as paper clips, pens, and paper, 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 items such as shaving cream, colognes, perfumes, or food.

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• Protect the computer, the batteries, and the hard drive from hazards such as extreme temperatures and overe xposur e to sunlight, dirt, dust, or liquids.

NOTICE: If the computer has been exposed to extreme temperatures, allow it

to acclimate to room temperature for 1 hour before turning it on.

• Pack the computer so that it does not slide around in the trunk of your car or in an overhead storage compartment.

NOTICE: Do not check the computer as baggage.

Travel Tips

NOTICE: Do not move the computer while using the optical drive. Doing so

can result in loss of data.

• Consider disabling wireless activity on your computer to maximize battery operating time. To disable wireless activity, press .

• 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 use the computer if it is company-owned—to speed your passage through customs. Investigate the customs regulations of the countries you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as a merchandise passport) from your government.

• Ensure that you know which electrical outlets are used in the countries you will visit, and have appropriate power adapters.

• Check with your credit card company for information about the kinds of emergency travel assistance it offers to users of portable computers.

Traveling by Air

• Ensure that you have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the computer.

NOTICE: Do not walk the computer through a metal detector. Send the

computer through an X-ray machine or have it hand inspected.

• Before you use the computer on an airplane, verify that such usage is permitted. Some airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during the flight. All airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during takeoff and landing.

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If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen

• Call a law enforcement agency to report the lost or stolen computer. Include the Service Tag in your description of the computer. Ask that a case number be assigned and write down the number, along with the name, address, and telephone number of the law enforcement agency. If possible, obtain the name of the investigating officer.

NOTE: If you know

where the computer was lost or stolen, call a law enforcement agency in that area. If you do not

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know, call a law enforcement agency where you live.

• If the computer belongs to a company, notify the security office of the company.

• Contact Dell customer service to report the missing computer. Provide the computer Service Tag, the case number, and the name, address, and telephone number of the law enforcement agency to which you reported the missing computer. If possible, give the name of the investigating officer.

The Dell customer service representative will log your report under the computer Service Tag and flag the computer as missing or stolen. If someone calls Dell for technical assistance and gives your Service Tag, the computer is identified automatically as missing or stolen. The representative will attempt to get the phone number and address of the caller . Dell will then contact the law enforcement agency to which you made the report of the missing computer.

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About Passwords

NOTE: Passwords are

disabled when you receive your computer.

NOTE: Only hard drives

purchased from Dell for use with the Dell™ Latitude™ D-Family computers support hard drive passwords.

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A primary password prevents unauthorized access to the computer at startup. You can use an administrator password instead of the primary password. A hard drive password helps prevent unauthorized access to data on the drive, even when the drive is installed in another computer.

NOTICE: Passwords provide a high level of security for data in your computer

or hard drive. However, they are not foolpr oof. If you require more security, obtain and use additional forms of protection, such as data encryption programs or PC Cards with encryption features.

If you forget any of your passwords, contact your system administrator or call Dell. For your protection, Dell technical support staff will ask you for proof of your identity to ensure that only an authorized person can use the computer.

The following table identifies types and features of passwords available on your computer.

Type of Password Features

Primary • Protects the computer from unauthorized access Administrator • Gives system administrators or service technicians

access to computers for repair or reconfiguration

• Allows you to restrict access to the system setup program in the same way a system password restricts access to the computer

• Can be used instead of the primary password

Hard drive • Helps protect the data on your hard drive or external

hard drive (if one is being used) from unauthorized access.

Using a Primary Password

The primary password allows you to protect the computer from unauthorized access.

After assigning a primary passwor d, you must enter it each t ime you turn on your computer. The following message appears each time you turn on the computer:

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Please type in the primary or administrator password and press .

To continue, enter your password (maximum eight characters). If you do not enter a password within 2 minutes, the computer returns to its

previous state. If you have assigned an administrator password, you can use it instead of the

primary password. The computer does not specifically prompt you for the administrator password.

NOTICE: If you disable the administrator password, the primary password is

also disabled.

Using an Administrator Password

The administrator password is designed to give system administrators or service technicians access to computers for repair or reconfiguration. The administrators or technicians can assign identical administrator passwords to groups of computers, allowing you to assign the primary password.

When you set an administrator password, the Configure Setup option becomes available in the system setup program. The Configure Setup option allows you to restrict access to the system setup program in the same way a primary password restricts access to the computer.

The administrator password can be used instead of the primary password. Whenever you are prompted to enter the primary password, you can enter the administrator password.

If you forget the primary password and do not have an administrator password assigned, or if you have both a primary and an administrator password assigned but forget them both, contact your system administrator or contact Dell.

NOTICE: If you disable the administrator password, the primary password is

also disabled.

NOTE: The

administrator password provides access to the computer, but it does not provide access to the hard drive when a hard drive password is assigned.

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Using a Hard Drive Password

The hard drive password helps protect the data on your hard drive from unauthorized access. You can also assign a password for an external hard drive (if one is being used) that can be the same as or different from the password for the primary hard drive.

After assigning a hard drive password, you must enter it each time you turn on the computer and each time you resume normal operation from standby mode.

If the hard drive password is enabled, the following message appears each time you turn on the computer:

Please type in the hard-disk drive password and press

To continue, enter your password (maximum eight characters). Press to return the computer to its previous state. If you do not enter a password within 2 minutes, the computer returns to its

previous state. If you enter the wrong password, the following message appears:

Invalid password [Press Enter to retry]

If the correct password is not entered in three attempts, the computer tries to boot from the next device in the Boot Order list in the system setup program. If there are no other enabled devices in the Boot Order list, the computer returns to the state it was in when you turned it on.

If the hard drive password, the external hard d rive password, and the primary password are the same, you are prompted only for the primary password. If the hard drive password is different from the primary password, you are prompted for both. Two different passwords provide greater security.

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Broadcom BRCM1007, BRCM1005-D User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Finding Information

Safety Instructions

Documentation Updates

Using Devices

Using the Drivers and Utilities CD

Fixing Problems

Installing Parts

About Your Computer

Front View

Left View

Right View

Back View

Bottom View

Using Microsoft® Windows® XP

Help and Support Center

Switching to Classic View

Desktop Cleanup Wizard

Transferring Information to a New Computer

User Accounts and Fast User Switching

Setting Up a Home and Office Network

Internet Connection Firewall

Dell™ QuickSet Features

Clicking the QuickSet Icon

Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon

Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

Numeric Keypad

Keyboard Shortcuts

Touch Pad

Changing the Track Stick Cap

Using the Display

Adjusting Brightness

Switching the Video Image

Setting Display Resolution

Using the Dell™ D/Bay

About the Dell D/Bay

Removing and Installing Devices When the Computer is Turned Off

Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running

Using the CD or DVD Tray

Using a Battery

Battery Performance

Checking the Battery Charge

Charging the Battery

Removing a Battery

Installing a Battery

Storing a Battery

Power Management

Power Management Tips

Power Management Wizard

Power Management Modes

Power Options Properties

Using PC Cards

PC Card Types

PC Card Blanks

Extended PC Cards

Installing a PC Card

Removing a PC Card or Blank

Using Smart Cards

About Smart Cards

Installing a Smart Card

Traveling With Your Computer

Identifying Your Computer

Packing the Computer

Travel Tips

Passwords

About Passwords

Using a Primary Password

Using an Administrator Password

Using a Hard Drive Password