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Dell™ Latitude™ D630/D630c

User’s Guide

Model PP24L

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Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of

your computer.

NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data

and tells you how to avoid the problem.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury,

or death.

If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft

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States and/or other countries; Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell under license; TouchStrip is a trademark of UPEK, Inc.; EMC is a registered trademark of EMC Corporation; ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Dell Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.

Windows® operating systems are not applicable.

Model PP24L

May 2008 P/N HN566 Rev. A03

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Contents

1 Finding Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

2 About Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Left Side View

Right Side View

Back View

Bottom View

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3 Transferring Information to a New Computer. . . . . 35

Microsoft® Windows® XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard With the

Operating System Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System Media

Microsoft Windows Vista

Easy Transfer Cable for Windows Vista

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4 Using a Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Battery Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Checking the Battery Charge

Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter Microsoft Charge Gauge

Windows® Power Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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Low-Battery Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Conserving Battery Power

Power Management Modes

Standby and Sleep Mode Hibernate Mode

Configuring Power Management Settings

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Accessing Power Options Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Charging the Battery

Replacing the Battery

Storing a Battery

Battery Errors

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5 Using the Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Key Combinations

System Functions Battery Display Functions

Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions

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Touch Pad

Changing the Track Stick Cap

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Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick

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6 Using the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Adjusting Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Using the Ambient Light Sensor

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Switching the Video Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate

Dual Independent Display Mode

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Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays

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7 Setting Up and Using Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable. . . . . . . . . . 61

Setting Up a Network in the Microsoft

Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Setting Up a Network in the Microsoft Windows Vista

Operating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Wireless Local Area Network

What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection Checking Your Wireless Network Card Setting Up a New WLAN Using a

Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem

Connecting to a WLAN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network)

What You Need to Establish a

Mobile Broadband Network Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network Enabling/Disabling the Dell™ Mobile Broadband Card Managing Your Network Settings Through the

Dell QuickSet Location Profiler

Windows® XP

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Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator

Microsoft

Windows® Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

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8 Using Multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Playing Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Copying Media

How to Copy Media Using Blank Media

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Helpful Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Adjusting the Volume

Adjusting the Picture

Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System Microsoft Windows Vista® Operating System

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9 Using Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Card Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

ExpressCards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Smart Cards Card Blanks Extended Cards

Installing a PC Card or ExpressCard

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

ExpressCards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

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Removing a Card or Blank

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10 Securing Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Security Cable Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Smart Card

Passwords

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About Smart Cards Installing a Smart Card

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About Passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Using a Primary (or System) Password Using an Administrator Password

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Using a Hard Drive Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Enabling the TPM Feature

Security Management Software

Activating the Security Management Software Using the Security Management Software

Computer Tracking Software

If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen

Cleaning Your Computer

Computer, Keyboard, and Display Touch Pad Mouse

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Floppy Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

CDs and DVDs

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11 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Diagnostic Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Diagnostic Light Codes During POST

Dell™ Technical Update Service

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Dell Diagnostics

When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

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Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Starting the Dell Diagnostics from the

Drivers and Utilities Media Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

Dell Support Utility

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Accessing the Dell Support Utility

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Clicking the Dell Support Icon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon

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Drive Problems

Media drive problems

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If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray

If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound . . . . . . 108

Hard drive problems

E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems

Error Messages

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IEEE 1394 Device Problems

Keyboard Problems

External Keyboard problems Unexpected characters

Lockups and Software Problems

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The computer does not start up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

The computer stops responding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly A program is designed for an earlier

Microsoft A solid blue screen appears Other software problems

Memory Problems

Windows® operating system . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

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Network Problems

General Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network)

PC Card Problems

Power Problems

Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer Docking Power Considerations

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Printer Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Scanner Problems

Sound and Speaker Problems

No sound from integrated speakers No sound from external speakers

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No sound from headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Touch Pad or Mouse Problems

Video and Display Problems

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

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If only part of the display is readable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129

12 Intel® Active Management Technology . . . . . . . 131

13 System Setup Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

Viewing the System Setup Screens

System Setup Screens

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Commonly Used Options

Changing the Boot Sequence

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Changing Printer Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Changing COM Ports

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14 Reinstalling Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

What Is a Driver? Identifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities

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Using the Hardware Troubleshooter Tool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

Microsoft Windows XP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

Microsoft Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

Restoring Your Operating System

Using Microsoft

Windows® System Restore. . . . . . . . . . 145

Using the Operating System Media

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15 Adding and Replacing Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer

Before Working Inside Your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

Hinge Cover

Keyboard

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Internal Card With Bluetooth

Coin-Cell Battery

Memory

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Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card

Mobile Broadband Card

Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card

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Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . 154

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Hard Drive

Media Bay

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Removing Media Bay Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

FCM (Flash Cache Module)

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16 Dell™ QuickSet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177

17 Traveling With Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179

Identifying Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179

Packing the Computer

Travel Tips

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Traveling by Air. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

18 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

19 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193

Obtaining Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193

Technical Support and Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

DellConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

Online Services AutoTech Service Automated Order-Status Service

Problems With Your Order

Product Information

Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit

Before You Call

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Contacting Dell

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20 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

FCC Notice (U.S. Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201

FCC Class B

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Macrovision Product Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

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Finding Information

NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your

computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.

NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• A diagnostic program for my computer

• Drivers for my computer

• My device documentation

• Notebook System Software (NSS)

Drivers and Utilities Media

NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may

be optional and may not ship with your computer.

Documentation and drivers are already installed on your computer. You can use the media to reinstall drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 140) or to run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 101).

Readme files may be included on your media to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technicalreference material for technicians or experienced users.

NOTE: Drivers and documentation

updates can be found at support.dell.com.

14 Finding Information

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• How to set up my computer

• Basic troubleshooting information

• How to run the Dell Diagnostics

• How to open my computer

Quick Reference Guide

NOTE: This document may be optional and

may not ship with your computer.

NOTE: This document is available as a

PDF at support.dell.com.

• Warranty information

•Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)

•Safety instructions

• Regulatory information

• Ergonomics information

• End User License Agreement

Dell™ Product Information Guide

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• Service Tag and Express Service Code

• Microsoft Windows License Label

Service Tag and Microsoft® Windows® License

These labels are located on your computer:

• Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use

support.dell.com

• Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting support.

or contact support.

16 Finding Information

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses, frequently asked questions

Dell Support Website — support.dell.com

NOTE: Select your region or business

segment to view the appropriate support site.

• Community — Online discussion with other Dell customers

• Upgrades — Upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system

• Customer Care — Contact information, service call and order status, warranty, and repair information

• Service and support — Service call status and support history, service contract, online discussions with technical support

• Dell Technical Update Service — Proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for your computer

• Reference — Computer documentation, details on my computer configuration, product specifications, and white papers

• Downloads — Certified drivers, patches, and software updates

• Notebook System Software (NSS)— If you reinstall the operating system for your computer, you should also reinstall the NSS utility. NSS provides critical updates for your operating system and

To download Notebook System Software:

Go to

support.dell.com

region or business segment, and enter your Service Tag.

Select

Click your operating system and search for the keyword

Software

NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface

may vary depending on your selections.

support for processors, optical drives, USB devices, and so on. NSS is necessary for correct operation of your Dell computer. The software automatically detects your computer and operating system and installs the updates appropriate for your configuration.

, select your

Drivers & Downloads

Notebook System

and click

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• Software upgrades and troubleshooting hints — Frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general health of your computing environment

• How to use Windows XP

• How to work with programs and files

• How to personalize my desktop

• Information on network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet.

Dell Support Utility

The Dell Support Utility is an automated upgrade and notification system installed on your computer. This support provides real-time health scans of your computing environment, software updates, and relevant self-support information. Access the Dell Support Utility from the icon in the taskbar.

Windows Help and Support Center

Click

Start→

Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon.

Click the topic that describes your problem.

Follow the instructions on the screen.

Dell QuickSet Help

To vi ew

Dell QuickSet Help

the QuickSet icon in the Microsoft Windows

For more information on Dell QuickSet, see "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 177.

Help and Support

taskbar.

, right-click

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• How to reinstall my operating system

Operating System Media

NOTE: The Operating System media may

be optional and may not ship with your computer.

The operating system is already installed on your computer. To reinstall your operating system, use the Operating System media (see "Reinstalling Windows" on page 147).

After you reinstall your operating system, use the optional Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer.Your operating system product key label is located on your computer.

NOTE: The color of your media varies

based on the operating system you ordered.

•Intel® Active Management Technology (iAMT) features and management

Systems Management Administrator’s Guide

NOTE: iAMT is available for Dell™

Latitude™ D630c computers with iAMT capability only.

To view the Systems Management Administrator’s Guide, go to

support.dell.com.

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About Your Computer

Front View

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1 display latch 2 display

3 power button 4 device status lights

5 keyboard 6 touch pad

7 fingerprint reader (optional) 8 touch pad buttons/track stick

buttons

9 track stick 10 keyboard status lights

11 volume control buttons 12 ambient light sensor

13 mute button

DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS

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Turns on when you turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is in a power management 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.

Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status.

Turns on when wireless devices are enabled.

Turns on when Bluetooth®

wireless technology is enabled. To enable or disable Bluetooth wireless technology, move the wireless switch to the "on" position. See "wireless switch" on page 26 for more information.

NOTE: Bluetooth wireless technology is an optional feature on your

computer, so the icon turns on only if you ordered Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer. For more information, see the documentation that came with your Bluetooth wireless technology.

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

– Solid green: The battery is charging. – Flashing green: The battery is almost fully charged. – Off: The battery is adequately charged (or external power is not available to

charge the battery).

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.

DISPLAY — For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on

page 55.

DISPLAY LATCH — Keeps the display closed.

DISPLAY LATCH BUTTON — Press this button to release the display latch and open

the display.

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" on page 49.

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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 enter or exit

a power management mode.

NOTICE: To avoid losing data, shut down your computer instead of pressing the

power button.

FINGERPRINT READER (OPTIONAL)— Helps to keep your Dell™ computer secure.

When you slide your finger over the reader, it uses your unique fingerprint to authenticate your user identity. For information on how to activate and use the security management software that controls the fingerprint reader, see "Security Management Software" on page 92.

AMBIENT LIGHT SENSOR — Detects available environmental light and automatically

increases or decreases the display backlighting to compensate for low-light and high-

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light environments. Press the <Fn> and left-arrow keys to enable or disable the sensor ("Using the Ambient Light Sensor" on page 55).

NOTE: The ambient light sensor is disabled when your computer is connected to

AC power.

Left Side View

1 2 3 65 7 84 9

1 security cable slot 2 air vents

3 audio connectors (2) 4 smart card slot (with blank)

5 1394 connector 6 wireless switch

7 Wi-Fi Catcher™ light 8 PC Card slot

9 hard drive

AIR VENTS — 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 Dell computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.

NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is

normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.

SECURITY CABLE SLOT — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device

to the computer (see "Security Cable Lock" on page 85).

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AUDIO CONNECTORS

Attach headphones or speakers to the connector.

Attach a microphone to the connector.

SMART

CARD SLOT (WITH BLANK)— Supports one smart card. Smart cards provide a

variety of functions, including security features and data storage. The blank prevents foreign matter from entering the interior of the computer when a smart card is not installed in the smart card slot. For more information and instructions on removing the blank, see "Smart Cards" on page 81.

WIRELESS SWITCH — When enabled through Dell QuickSet, this switch can scan for

a wireless LAN (WLAN) in your vicinity. You can also use it to rapidly turn off or on any wireless devices such as WLAN cards and internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 71).

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1 2 3 4

1 "off" position Disables wireless devices

2 "on" position Enables wireless devices

3 "momentary" position Scans for WLAN networks (see "Dell

Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 71)

4 Wi-Fi Catcher light

WI -FI CATCHER™ LIGHT — The light operates as follows:

– Flashing green: Searching for networks – Solid green: Strong network found – Solid yellow:

Weak networ k f o u n d – Flashing yellow: Error – Off: No signal found

NOTE: The Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator light appears only when the

computer is turned off and wireless networking is activated in the system setup program. While working in Microsoft Windows operating systems, the light is designed not to appear.

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

PC C

computer ships with a blank installed in the slot to prevent foreign matter from entering the computer interior when a card is not installed (see "Card Types" on page 81).

NOTE: Your computer does not have an ExpressCard slot. To use an ExpressCard,

use an adapter for the PC Card slot.

HARD DRIVE — Stores software and data.

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Right Side View

1 optical drive in media bay 2 media-bay device latch release

3 USB connectors (2)

MEDIA BAY — Supports a floppy or an optical drive, second battery, second hard

drive, or a Dell TravelLite™ module (see "Using Multimedia" on page 73).

DEVICE LATCH RELEASE — Press the latch release to eject any device installed in the

media bay.

CONNECTORS

USB

Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.

2 3

Back View

1 2 63 4 75

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1 network connector (RJ-45) 2 modem connector (RJ-11)

3 USB connectors (2) 4 serial connector

5 video connector 6 AC adapter connector

7 air vents

CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air

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

NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45)

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

avoid damaging the computer, do not plug a telephone line into the network connector.

Connects the computer to a network. The two lights next to the connector indicate status and activity for wired network connections.

For information on using the network adapter, see the device user’s guide supplied with your computer.

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MODEM CONNECTOR (RJ-11)

CONNECTORS

USB

CONNECTOR

SERIAL

CONNECTOR

VIDEO

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" on page 13).

Connects USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.

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

Connects video devices, such as a monitor.

AC ADAPTER CONNECTOR

Connects an AC adapter to the computer.

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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 with electrical outlets 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. When you wrap the AC adapter cable, ensure that you follow the angle of the connector on the AC adapter to avoid damaging the cable.

AIR VENTS — 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 low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.

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Bottom View

1 battery charge gauge/health gauge 2 battery

3 battery-bay latch releases (2) 4 device locking screw (if present)

5 memory module cover 6 docking-device connector

7 air vents 8 hard drive

9 device locking screw

BATTERY CHARGE GAUGE/ HEALTH GAUGE — Provides information on the battery

charge (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 42).

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

connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Using a Battery" on page 41).

BATTERY-BAY LATCH RELEASES — Releases the battery (see "Replacing the Battery"

on page 47 for instructions).

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DEVICE LOCKING SCREW — If present, locks devices, such as an optical drive, in

place.

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

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

MEMORY MODULE COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the second

memory module connector (DIMM B) (see "Memory" on page 157)

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

AIR V

air vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.

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Transferring Information to a New Computer

You can use your operating system wizards to help you transfer files and other data from one computer another. For instructions, see the following section that corresponds to the operating system your computer is running.

Microsoft® Windows® XP

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

• E-mail messages

• Toolbar settings

•Window sizes

• Internet bookmarks

You can transfer the data to the new computer over a network, serial connection, or on removable media such as a writable CD.

NOTE: You can transfer information from the old computer to the new computer by

directly connecting a serial cable to the input/output (I/O) ports of the two computers. To transfer data over a serial connection, you must access the Network Connections utility from the Control Panel and perform additional configuration steps, such as setting up an advanced connection and designating the host computer and the guest computer.

For instructions on setting up a direct cable connection between two computers, see Microsoft Knowledge Base 87uArticle #305621, titled How to Set Up a Direct Cable Connection Between Two Computers in Windows XP. This information may not be available in some countries.

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For transferring information to a new computer, you must run the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. You can use the optional this process or you can create a wizard disk with the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard.

Operating System

media for

Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard With the Operating System Media

NOTE: This procedure requires the Operating System media. This media is optional

and may not be included with all computers.

To prepare the new computer for the file transfer:

Start the

When the click

On the

from the Windows XP CD

When the source computer. Do

To copy data from the old computer:

On the old computer, insert the Windows XP

On the

additional tasks

Under

On the

On the prefer.

On the transfer and click

After the information has been copied, the

Phase

Files and Settings Transfer Wizard.

Files and Settings Transfer Wizard

Which computer is this?

Do you have a Windows XP CD?

Now go to your old computer

not

click

Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP

What do you want to do?

Files and Settings Transfer Wizard

Which computer is this?

Select a transfer method

What do you want to transfer?

screen appears.

screen, click

and click

at this time.

, click

screen, click

screen, click the transfer method you

welcome screen appears,

New Computer

screen, click

screen appears, go to your old or

Operating System

screen, click

Transfer files and settings

welcome screen, click

Old Computer

screen, select the items you want to

Completing the Collection

I will use the wizard

and click

media.

Perform

and click

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Click

Finish

To transfer data to the new computer:

On the

On the chose for transferring your settings and files and click

The wizard reads the collected files and settings and applies them to your new computer.

Now go to your old computer

Where are the files and settings?

screen on the new computer, click

screen, select the method you

When all of the settings and files have been applied, the appears.

Click

Finished

and restart the new computer.

Finished

screen

Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System Media

To run the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard without the media, you must create a wizard disk that will allow you to create a backup image file to removable media.

To create a wizard disk, use your new computer with Windows XP and perform the following steps:

Click

Start→ Files and Settings Transfer Wizard

When the click

On the

Wizard Disk in the following drive

Insert the removable media, such as a writable CD, and click OK.

When the disk creation completes and the

computer

Go to the old computer.

To copy data from the old computer:

On the old computer, insert the wizard disk.

Click the

Files and Settings Transfer Wizard

Which computer is this?

Do you have a Windows XP CD?

message appears,

Start→

Run

screen, click

do not

→

Next.

click

screen, click

Now go to your old

Operating System

welcome screen appears,

New Computer→

I want to create a

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In the

Open

field on the

the appropriate removable media) and click

On the

Files and Settings Transfer Wizard

Which computer is this?

Select a transfer method

Run

window, browse to the path for

welcome screen, click

screen, click

Old Computer→

screen, click the transfer method you

prefer.

On the transfer and click

After the information has been copied, the

Phase

Click

What do you want to transfer?

screen appears.

Finish

screen, select the items you want to

Completing the Collection

To transfer data to the new computer:

On the

On the chose for transferring your settings and files and click

Now go to your old computer

Where are the files and settings?

screen on the new computer, click

screen, select the method you

. Follow the

instructions on the screen.

The wizard reads the collected files and settings and applies them to your new computer.

fastwiz

(on

When all of the settings and files have been applied, the

Finished

appears.

Click

Finished

NOTE: For more information about this procedure, search support.dell.com for

document #PA1089586 (How Do I Transfer Files From My Old Computer to My New Dell Computer Using the Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System?).

NOTE: Access to the Dell™ Knowledge Base document may not be available in

some countries.

and restart the new computer.

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Microsoft Windows Vista

Easy Transfer Cable for Windows Vista

Insert the Easy Transfer Cable for Windows Vista Application Software media into the computer you are transferring data from.

Follow the on-screen instructions until you are prompted to connect the Transfer Cable.

Connect the Easy Transfer Cable to the source computer.

You are prompted to select a device option.

Continue until you are prompted to plug the other end of the Easy Transfer Cable into the destination computer.

The screen indicates that a connection has been made.

At the computer you are transferring data from, follow the on-screen instructions to select the settings and files you want to transfer.

You will come to a screen that indicates you are ready to transfer files.

From the destination computer, view the transfer and wait for the indication that the transfer is complete.

Select

You are prompted to restart the computer.

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Select

Yes

The computer reboots and the transfer is complete.

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Using a Battery

Battery Performance

NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product

Information Guide or separate paper warranty document that shipped with your computer.

For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with the main battery installed at all times. One battery is supplied as standard equipment in the battery bay.

NOTE: Because the battery may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to

connect your new computer to an electrical outlet the first time you use the computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is fully charged. To view battery charge status, check the Power Meter in Power Options (see "Accessing Power Options Properties" on page 46).

Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. You can install an optional second battery in the media bay to significantly increase operating time.

NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases

over time. Depending on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer.

NOTE: It is recommended that you connect your computer to an electrical outlet

when writing to a CD or DVD.

Operating time is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following:

•Using optical drives.

• Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, media memory cards, or USB devices.

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• Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other powerintensive programs such as complex 3D graphics applications.

• Running the computer in maximum performance mode. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46 for information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which you can use to configure power management settings.

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 increase the risk of fire or

explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery 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 waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery. See "Battery Disposal" in the

Product 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 batteries with extreme care. Damaged batteries may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage.

Checking the Battery Charge

The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows and battery meter icon ( or ), 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 <Fn><F3> to display the QuickSet Battery Meter. The Battery Meter displays status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in your computer.

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

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Power Meter

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Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter

The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter, double-click the battery meter icon ( or ) on the taskbar.

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

Charge Gauge

By either pressing once or gauge on the battery, you can check:

• Battery charge (check by pressing and

• Battery health (check by pressing and

The battery operating time is largely determined by the number of times it is charged. After hundreds of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity—or battery health. That is, a battery can show a status of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity (health).

Check the Battery Charge

To check the battery charge, charge 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.

pressing and holding

releasing

holding

press and release

the status button on the charge

the status button)

the status button on the battery

Check the Battery Health

NOTE: You can check battery health in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge

on the battery as described below and by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help.

To check the battery health using the charge gauge,

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 "Charge Gauge" on page 43 for more information about the battery operating time.

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Low-Battery Warning

NOTICE: To avoid 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 media bay. If the battery runs completely out of power, hibernate mode begins automatically.

A pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. If two batteries are installed, the low-battery warning means that the combined charge of both batteries is approximately 90 percent depleted. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is at a critically low level.

You can change the settings for the battery alarms in QuickSet or the

Options Properties

page 46 for information about accessing QuickSet or the

Properties

window.

window. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on

Power Options

Power

Conserving Battery Power

Perform the following actions to conserve battery power:

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

• Place the computer in standby mode or hibernate mode when you leave the computer unattended for long periods of time. See "Power Management Modes" on page 45.

• Use the Power Management Wizard or the window to select options to optimize your computer’s power usage. These options can also be set to change when you press the power button, close the display, or press <Fn><Esc>.

Power Options Properties

NOTE: See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46 for information

on conserving battery power.

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Power Management Modes

Standby and Sleep Mode

Standby mode (sleep mode in Microsoft Windows Vista®) 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 or sleep mode, it returns to the same operating state it was in before entering standby or sleep mode.

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

mode, it may lose data.

To enter standby mode in Windows XP, click the

computer

To enter sleep mode in Windows Vista, click the Windows Vista Start button,

Depending on how you set the power management options in the

Options Properties

may also use one of the following methods:

• Press the power button.

• Close the display.

• Press <Fn><Esc>.

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

, and then click

Stand by

Sleep

window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, you

Start

button, click

Tur n o ff

Power

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.

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

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To manually enter hibernate mode in Windows XP, click

computer

For information about the hibernate mode in Windows Vista, search for the keyword

Support

Depending on how you set the power management options in the

Options Properties

may also use one of the following methods to enter hibernate mode:

• Press the power button.

• Close the display.

• Press <Fn><F1>.

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. For more information on hibernate mode, see the documentation that came with your operating system.

, press and hold <Shift>, and click

hibernate

NOTE: Some PC Cards may not operate correctly after the computer exits

hibernate mode. Remove and reinsert the card (see "Removing a Card or Blank" on page 84), or simply restart (reboot) your computer.

in Windows Help and Support (click

window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, you

Hibernate

Start→

Tur n o ff

Help and

Power

Configuring Power Management Settings

You can use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows Power Options Properties to configure the power management settings on your computer. For more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and click

Help

Accessing Power Options Properties

Windows XP

Click

Start→

Options

Windows Vista

Click

Start→

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Control Panel→

Performance and Maintenance→

System and Maintenance→

Power Options

Power

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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.

NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is turned off, the AC

adapter charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to 100 percent in approximately 2 hours. Charge time is longer with the computer turned on. You can leave the battery in the computer for as long as you like. The battery’s internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging.

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

The battery is too hot 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 information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 122.

Replacing the Battery

CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or

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

CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off the computer, disconnect

the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer, and remove any other external cables from the computer.

NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the computer to avoid possible

connector damage.

To remove the battery:

If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.

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Ensure that the computer is turned off.

Slide the two latch releases on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay.

To replace the battery, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.

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 (see "Charging the Battery" on page 47) before you use it.

Battery Errors

To address error codes generated by the battery, refer to "Error Messages" on page 110.

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Using the Keyboard

Numeric Keypad

numeric keypad

The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions. The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the right of the keypad keys. To type a number or symbol, hold down <Fn> and press the desired key.

• To enable the keypad, press <Num Lk>. The light indicates that the keypad is active.

• To disable the keypad, press <Num Lk> again.

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Key Combinations

System Functions

<Ctrl><Shift><Esc> Opens the Tas k M a na g er window.

Battery

<Fn><F3> Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (see "Dell™

QuickSet Battery Meter" on page 42).

Display Functions

<Fn><F8> Switches the video image to the next display option. The

options include the integrated display, an external monitor, and both displays simultaneously.

<Fn><F7> Scales between wide-screen and standard aspect ratio

video resolutions.

<Fn> and left-arrow key Activates the ambient light sensor, which controls

brightness of the display based on light level in the current environment.

<Fn> and up-arrow key Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not

on an external monitor).

<Fn> and down-arrow key Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not

on an external monitor).

Power Management

<Fn><Esc> 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 (see "Accessing Power Options Properties" on page 46).

<Fn><F1> Puts the computer into hibernate mode. Dell

QuickSet is required (see "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 177).

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Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions

Windows logo key and <m> Minimizes all open windows.

Windows logo key and <Shift><m> Restores all minimized windows. This key

combination functions as a toggle to restore minimized windows following the use of the Windows logo key and <m> key combination.

Windows logo key and <e> Runs Windows Explorer.

Windows logo key and <r> Opens the Run dialog box.

Windows logo key and <f> Opens the Search Results dialog box.

Windows logo key and <Ctrl><f> Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if

the computer is connected to a network).

Windows logo key and <Pause> Opens the System Properties dialog box.

To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open the Control Panel, click

Printers and Other Hardware

, and click

Keyboard

. For

information about the Control Panel, access the Help and Support Center (click

Start→

Help and Support

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.

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• 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.

• To select and move (or drag) an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the touch pad. On the second tap, 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.

Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick

You can use the stick or adjust their settings.

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Mouse Properties

window to disable the touch pad and track

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Open the Control Panel, and then click Control Panel, and Support).

In the

Mouse Properties

•Click the

Click OK to save the settings and close the window.

access the Help and Support Center (click Start→ Help

window:

Device Select

Touc h Pad

tab to disable the touch pad and track stick.

tab to adjust touch pad and track stick settings.

Mouse

. For information about the

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

dell.com

Pull the cap off the track stick.

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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Using the Display

Adjusting Brightness

When a Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can conserve power by setting the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting by pressing <Fn> and the up- or down-arrow key on the keyboard.

NOTE: Brightness key combinations only affect the display on your portable

computer, not monitors or projectors 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 may appear, but the brightness level on the external device does not change.

You can press the following keys to adjust display brightness:

• Press <Fn> and the up-arrow key to increase brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor).

• Press <Fn> and the down-arrow key to decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor).

Using the Ambient Light Sensor

The ambient light sensor is located on the bottom of the computer display panel. The ambient light sensor detects available environmental light and automatically increases or decreases the display backlighting to compensate for low-light and high-light environments.

You can enable or disable the ambient light sensor by pressing the <Fn> and left-arrow key combination.

NOTE: Do not cover the ambient light sensor with any adhesive labels. If covered

up, the ambient light sensor automatically sets the display brightness to the minimum level.

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1 ambient light sensor

The ambient light sensor is disabled when your computer is shipped to you. If you enable the ambient light sensor and then use any of the display brightness key combinations, the ambient light sensor is disabled and the display brightness is increased or decreased accordingly.

NOTE: The ambient light sensor is disabled when your computer is connected to

an electrical outlet.

Dell™ QuickSet allows you to enable or disable the ambient light sensor. You can also adjust maximum and minimum brightness settings that are activated when you enable the ambient light sensor feature. For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click

Help

NOTE: Rebooting the computer returns the ambient light sensor to the last setting

of enabled or disabled.

NOTE: The ambient light sensor adjusts the display backlighting on your portable

computer only. It does not control the brightness on any external monitors or projectors.

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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 computer display or the external device.

Press <Fn><F8> to switch the video image between the display only, the external device only, or the display and the external device simultaneously.

Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate

To display a program at a specific resolution, both the graphics card 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.

NOTE: Use only the Dell-installed video drivers, which are designed to offer the

best performance with your Dell-installed operating system.

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

Click the

Under

Control Panel icon

In the Display Properties window, click the

Try different settings for

Start

button and click

Pick a category

Pick a task...

, click the area you want to change, or under

, click

Control Panel

, click

Appearance and Themes

Display

Color quality

and

Settings

Screen resolution

tab.

or pick a

NOTE: As the resolution increases, icons and text appear smaller on the screen.

If the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display, the computer enters pan mode. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at one time. For example, the taskbar that usually appears at the bottom of the desktop may no longer be visible. To view 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 user’s guide for the monitor.

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Dual Independent Display Mode

You can attach an external monitor or projector to your computer and use it as an extension of your display (known as "dual independent display" or "extended desktop" mode). This mode allows you to use both screens independently and drag objects from one screen to the other, effectively doubling the amount of viewable work space.

Connect the external monitor, TV, or projector to the computer.

Under

Pick a category

Under

Pick a task...

Control Panel icon

In the

Display Properties

NOTE: If you choose a resolution or color palette that is higher than the display

supports, the settings adjust automatically to the closest supported values. For more information, see your operating system documentation.

Click the monitor 2 icon, click the

monitor

Change click

If prompted to restart the computer, click

without restarting

If prompted, click OK to resize your desktop.

If prompted, click

Click OK to close the

To disable dual independent display mode:

Click the

Click the monitor 2 icon, uncheck the

this monitor

If necessary, press <Fn><F8> to bring the screen image back to the computer display.

check box, and then click

Screen resolution

Apply

Settings

option, and then click

, click

Appearance and Themes

, click the area you want to change, or under , click

Display

window, click the

to the appropriate sizes for both displays and

and click OK.

Yes

to keep the settings.

Display Properties

tab in the

Display Properties

Extend my Windows desktop onto this

Apply

Settings

Apply the new color setting

window.

Extend my Windows desktop onto

tab.

window.

or pick a

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Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays

To swap your primary and secondary display designations (for example, to use your external monitor as your primary display after docking):

Click the

Under

Control Panel icon

Click the

See the documentation that came with your video card for additional information.

Start

button and click

Pick a category

Pick a task...

Settings

, click the area you want to change, or under

, click

tab→

Control Panel

, click

Appearance and Themes

Display

Advanced→

Displays

or pick a

tab.

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Setting Up and Using Networks

Setting up a computer network provides connectivity between your computer and the Internet, another computer, or a network. For example, with a network set up in a home or small office you can print to a shared printer, access drives and files on another computer, browse other networks, or access the Internet. You can set up a local area network (LAN) using a network or broadband modem cable, or set up a wireless LAN (WLAN).

The Windows XP and Windows Vista operating systems provide wizards to help guide you through the process of networking computers. For more information about Networking, access the Help and Support Center (click

Support

Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable

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

Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of your computer.

Start→

Help and

NOTE: Insert the cable connector until it clicks into place, and then gently pull

the cable to ensure that it is securely attached.

Connect the other end of the network cable to a network connection device or a network wall connector.

NOTE: Do not use a network cable with a telephone wall connector.

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Setting Up a Network in the Microsoft® Windows

Click

Setup Wizard

Complete the checklist.

Return to the Network Setup Wizard and follow the instructions in the wizard.

XP Operating System

Start→

NOTE: Selecting the connection method labeled This computer connects

directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP Service Pack 2 (SP2).

All Programs→ Accessories→ Communications→

→

Next→ Checklist for creating a network

Network

Setting Up a Network in the Microsoft Windows Vista

Operating System

Click the Windows Vista Start button

up a connection or network

Select an option under

Click

, and then follow the instructions in the wizard.

Choose a connection option

, ,

and click

Connect To→ Set

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Wireless Local Area Network

A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a series of interconnected computers that communicate with each other over the air waves rather than through a network cable connected to each computer. In a WLAN, a radio communications device called an access point or wireless router connects network computers and provides Internet, or network, access. The access point or wireless router and the wireless network card in the computer communicate by broadcasting data from their antennas over the air waves.

What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection

Before you can set up a WLAN, you need:

• High-speed (broadband) Internet access (such as cable or DSL)

• A broadband modem that is connected and working

• A wireless router or access point

• A wireless network card for each computer that you want to connect to your WLAN

• A network cable with a network (RJ-45) connector

Checking Your Wireless Network Card

Depending on what you selected when you purchased your computer, the computer has a variety of configurations. To confirm that your computer has a wireless network card and to determine the type of card, use one of the following:

•The

• The order confirmation for your computer

Start

button and the

Connect To

option

Start Button and Connect To Option

In Microsoft Windows XP

In Microsoft Windows Vista

computers and devices

If Wireless Network Connection does not appear under LAN or High-Speed Internet, you may not have a wireless network card.

, click

Start→ Connect To→

, click

Start→ Connect To→

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Show all connections

View network

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If Wireless Network Connection appears, you have a wireless network card. To view detailed information about the wireless network card:

Right-click

Click

The wireless network card’s name and model number are listed on the

Wireless Network Connection

Properties

Wireless Network Connection Properties

window appears. The

General

tab.

NOTE: If your computer is set to the Classic Start menu option, you can view

→

network connections by clicking the Start Connections. If Wireless Network Connection does not appear, you may not have a wireless network card.

The Order Confirmation for Your Computer

Settings→ Network

The order confirmation that you received when you ordered your computer lists the hardware and software that shipped with your computer.

Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem

Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about the connection requirements for your broadband modem.

Ensure that you have wired Internet access through your broadband modem before you attempt to set up a wireless Internet connection (see "Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable" on page 61).

Install any software required for your wireless router. Your wireless router may have been shipped with an installation media. Installation media usually contain installation and troubleshooting information. Install the required software according to the instructions provided by the router manufacturer.

Shut down your computer and any other wireless-enabled computers in the vicinity through the

Disconnect your broadband modem power cable from the electrical outlet.

Disconnect the network cable from the computer and the modem.

Disconnect the AC adapter cable from your wireless router to ensure that there is no power connected to the router.

Start

or menu.

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NOTE: Wait for a minimum of 5 minutes after disconnecting your broadband

modem before you continue with the network setup.

Insert a network cable into the network (RJ-45) connector on the unpowered broadband modem.

Connect the other end of the network cable into the Internet network (RJ-

45) connector on the unpowered wireless router.

Ensure that no network or USB cables, other than the network cable connecting the modem and the wireless router, are connected to the broadband modem.

NOTE: Restart your wireless equipment in the order described below to prevent a

potential connection failure.

Tu r n on

only

your broadband modem and wait for at least 2 minutes for

the broadband modem to stabilize. After 2 minutes, proceed to step 12.

Turn on your wireless router and wait for at least 2 minutes for the wireless router to stabilize. After 2 minutes, proceed to the step 13.

Start your computer and wait until the boot process completes.

See the documentation that came with your wireless router to do the following in order to set up the wireless router:

• Establish communication between your computer and your wireless

router.

• Configure your wireless router to communicate with your broadband

router.

• Find out your wireless router’s broadcast name. The technical term for

the name of your router’s broadcast name is Service Set Identifier (SSID) or network name.

If necessary, configure your wireless network card to connect to the wireless network (see "Connecting to a WLAN" on page 65).

Connecting to a WLAN

NOTE: Before you connect to a WLAN, ensure that you have followed the

instructions in "Wireless Local Area Network" on page 63.

NOTE: The following networking instructions do not apply to internal cards with

Bluetooth® wireless technology or cellular products.

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This section provides general procedures for connecting to a network using wireless technology. Specific network names and configuration details vary. See "Wireless Local Area Network" on page 63 for more information about how to prepare for connecting your computer to a WLAN.

Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers for connecting to a network. The software is already installed.

NOTE: If the software is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions in the user

documentation for your wireless network card. Verify the type of wireless network card installed in your computer and then search for that name on the Dell™ Support website at support.dell.com. For information on the type of wireless network card that is installed in your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" on page 63.

Determining the Wireless Network Device Manager

Depending on the software installed on your computer, different wireless configuration utilities may manage your network devices:

• Your wireless network card’s client utility

• The Windows XP or Windows Vista operating system

To determine which wireless configuration utility is managing your wireless network card in Windows XP:

Click

Start→

Right-click the

Available Wireless Networks

If the

Choose a wireless network

connection

, the wireless network card’s client utility is managing the wireless

Settings→

Control Panel→

Wireless Network Connection

window states

Network Connections

icon, and then click

View

Windows cannot configure this

network card.

If the

Choose a wireless network

to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information

window states

Click an item in the list below

, the

Windows XP operating system is managing the wireless network card.

To determine which wireless configuration utility is managing your wireless network card in Windows Vista:

Click

Start→ Connect To→ Manage wireless networks.

Double-click a profile to open the wireless network properties screen.

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For specific information about the wireless configuration utility installed on your computer, see your wireless network documentation in the Windows Help and Support Center (click

Completing the Connection to the WLAN

Start→

Help and Support

When you turn on your computer and a network (for which your computer is not configured) is detected in the area, a pop-up appears near the network icon in the notification area (in the lower-right corner of the Windows desktop).

Follow the instructions provided in any utility prompts that appear on your screen.

Once you have configured your computer for the wireless network that you selected, another pop-up notifies you that your computer is connected to that network.

Thereafter, whenever you log on to your computer within the range of the wireless network that you selected, the same pop-up notifies you of the wireless network connection.

NOTE: If you select a secure network, you must enter a WEP or WPA key when

prompted. Network security settings are unique to your network. Dell cannot provide this information.

NOTE: Your computer can take up to 1 minute to connect to the network.

Monitoring the Status of the Wireless Network Card Through Dell QuickSet

The wireless activity indicator provides you with an easy way to monitor the status of your computer’s wireless devices. To turn the wireless activity indicator on or off, click the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and select

Wireless Activity Indicator Off Activity Indicator Off

is checked, the indicator is off.

is not checked, the indicator is on. If

Hotkey Popups

Wireless

. If

The wireless activity indicator displays whether your computer’s integrated wireless devices are enabled or disabled. When you turn the wireless networking function on or off, the wireless activity indicator changes to display the status.

For more information about the Dell QuickSet wireless activity indicator, rightclick the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and select

Help

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Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network)

A Mobile Broadband network, also known as a Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN), is a high-speed digital cellular network that provides Internet access over a much wider geographical area than a WLAN, which typically covers only from 100 to 1000 feet. Your computer can maintain Mobile Broadband network access as long as the computer is within a cellular-data coverage zone. Contact your service provider for coverage of a high-speed digital cellular network.

NOTE: Even if you are able to make a call from your cellular phone in a specific

geographical location, that location may not necessarily be within a cellular-data coverage zone.

What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Connection

NOTE: Depending on your computer, you can use a Mini Card to establish a Mobile

Broadband network connection.

To set up a Mobile Broadband network connection, you need:

• A Mini Card

• An activated Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) for your service provider

NOTE: Only Cingular and Vodafone need a SIM card. Verizon, Sprint, and Telus do not use

a SIM.

• The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility (already installed on your computer if you purchased the card when you purchased your computer, or on the media that accompanied your card if purchased separately from your computer)

If the utility is corrupted or deleted from your computer, see the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility user’s guide for instructions. The user’s guide is available through the Windows Help and Support Center Start→ Help and Support) if you purchased it separately from your computer.

or on the media that accompanied your card

(click

Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card

Depending on what you selected when you purchased your computer, the computer has a variety of configurations. To determine your computer configuration, see one of the following:

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• Your order confirmation

• Microsoft Windows Help and Support Center

To check your Mobile Broadband card in the Windows Help and Support Center:

Click

Start→

information and diagnose problems

Under

Help and Support→

Tools

, click

My Computer Information→

Use Tools to view your computer

Find information about

the hardware installed on this computer.

On the

My Computer Information - Hardware

screen, you can view the type of Mobile Broadband card installed in your computer as well as other hardware components.

NOTE: The Mobile Broadband card is listed under Modems.

Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network

NOTE: These instructions only apply to Mini-Cards. They do not apply to internal

cards with wireless technology.

NOTE: Before you connect to the Internet, you must activate Mobile Broadband

service through your cellular service provider. For instructions and for additional information about using the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility, see the user's guide available through the Windows Help and Support Center (click Start→ Help and Support). support.dell.com and on the media included with your Mobile Broadband card if you purchased the card separately from your computer.

Use the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility to establish and manage a Mobile Broadband network connection to the Internet:

Click the desktop, to run the utility.

Click

The user's guide is also available on the Dell Support website at

Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility icon

Connect

on the Windows

NOTE: The Connect button changes to the Disconnect button.

Follow the instructions on the screen to manage the network connection with the utility.

Click

Start→ All Programs→

Dell Wireless

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Click

Dell Wireless Broadband

and follow the instructions on the screen.

Enabling/Disabling the Dell™ Mobile Broadband Card

NOTE: If you are unable to connect to a Mobile Broadband network, ensure that

you have all the components for establishing a Mobile Broadband connection (see "What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Connection" on page 68), and then verify that your Mobile Broadband card is enabled by verifying the setting of the wireless switch.

You can turn your Mobile Broadband card on and off using the wireless switch on your computer.

You can turn your computer’s wireless devices on and off with the wireless switch on the left side of the computer (see "Left Side View" on page 25).

If the switch is in the "on" position, move the switch to the "off" position to disable the switch and the Mobile Broadband card. If the switch is in the "off" position, move the switch to the "on" position to enable the switch and the Dell Mobile Broadband card. For information about the wireless switch positions, see "wireless switch" on page 26.

To monitor the status of your wireless device, see "Monitoring the Status of the Wireless Network Card Through Dell QuickSet" on page 67.

Managing Your Network Settings Through the Dell QuickSet Location Profiler

The Dell QuickSet Location Profiler helps you manage network settings that correspond to your computer’s physical location. It includes two categories of profile settings:

• Location Profile Settings

• General Mobility Settings

You can use Internet with your computer in your office, home, or other public places with Internet services. network connections are handled. The profiles consist of different network settings and equipment that you need when using your computer in different locations.

For more information about Dell QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and select

Location Profile Settings

General Mobility Settings

Help

to create profiles for accessing the

allows you to change the way

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Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator

The wireless switch on your Dell computer uses the Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to scan specifically for WiFi WLAN in your vicinity. For more information about the wireless switch, see "wireless switch" on page 26.

To scan for WiFi WLAN, slide and hold the switch in the "momentary" position for a few seconds. The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator functions regardless of whether your computer is turned on or off, in hibernate mode, or in standby mode, as long as the switch is configured through Dell QuickSet or the BIOS (system setup program) to control WiFi network connections.

Because the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator is disabled and not configured for use when your computer is shipped to you, you must first use Dell QuickSet to enable and configure the switch to control WiFi network connections.

NOTE: The Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator light appears only when the

computer is turned off and wireless networking is activated in the system setup program. While working in Microsoft Windows operating systems, the light is designed not to appear.

For more information on the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator and to enable the feature through Dell QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and select

Help

Microsoft

Windows Firewall provides basic protection from unauthorized access to your computer while it is connected to the Internet. Windows Firewall is automatically enabled when you run the Network Setup Wizard.

When Windows Firewall is enabled for a network connection, the firewall icon appears with a red background in the Control Panel.

NOTE: Enabling Windows Firewall does not reduce the need for virus-checking

software.

For more information, click

Firewall Support

Windows

, or access the Help and Support Center (click ).

Firewall

Network Connections

Start→ Control Panel→ Security→ Windows

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Start→

Help and

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Using Multimedia

Playing Media

NOTICE: Do not press down on the media tray when you open or close it. Keep the

tray closed when you are not using the drive.

NOTICE: Do not move the computer while playing media.

Press the eject button on the front of the drive.

Pull out the tray.

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Place the disc, label side up, in the center of the tray and snap the disc onto the spindle.

NOTE: If you use a module that shipped with another computer, you need to install

the drivers and software necessary to play DVDs or write data. For more information, see the Drivers and Utilities media (the Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not be available for your computer or in certain countries).

Push the tray back into the drive.

To format media for storing data, to create music media, or to copy media, see the media software that came with your computer.

NOTE: Ensure that you follow all copyright laws when you create media.

A CD player includes the following basic buttons:

Play.

Move backward within the current track.

Pau se.

Move forward within the current track.

Stop.

Go to the previous track.

Eject.

Go to the next track.

A DVD player includes the following basic buttons:

Stop.

Restart the current chapter.

Play.

Fast forward.

Pau se.

Fast reverse.

Advance a single frame while in pause mode.

Go to the next title or chapter.

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Continuously play the current title or chapter.

Go to the previous title or chapter.

Eject.

For more information on playing media, click

Help

on the CD or DVD player (if

available).

Copying Media

NOTE: Ensure that you observe all copyright laws when creating media.

This section applies only to computers that have a CD-RW, DVD+/-RW, or CD-RW/DVD (combo) drive.

NOTE: The types of media drives offered by Dell may vary by country.

The following instructions explain how to make a copy using Roxio Creator Plus

- Dell Edition. You can also use Roxio Creator Plus for other purposes, such as creating music CDs from audio files stored on your computer or backing up important data. For help, open Roxio Creator Plus, and then click the question mark icon in the upper-right corner of the window.

How to Copy Media

NOTE: CD-RW/DVD combo drives cannot write to DVD media. If you have a CD-

RW/DVD combo drive and you experience recording problems, check for available software patches on the Sonic support website at sonic.com.

The DVD-writable drives installed in Dell™ computers can write to and read DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW and DVD+R DL (dual layer) media, but cannot write to and may not read DVD-RAM or DVD-R DL media.

NOTE: Most commercial DVDs have copyright protection and cannot be copied

using Roxio Creator Plus.

Open Roxio Creator Plus.

Under the

To co py m ed ia :

•

Copy

tab, click

Disc Copy

If you have one media drive

then click

Disc Copy

. The computer reads your source media and

, ensure that the settings are correct, and

copies the data to a temporary folder on your computer hard drive.

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When prompted, insert a blank media into the drive and click OK.

•

If you have two media drives

inserted your source media, and then click

, select the drive into which you have

Disc Copy

. The computer

copies the data from the source media to the blank one.

Once you have finished copying the source media, the media that you have created automatically ejects.

Using Blank Media

CD-RW drives can write to CD recording media only (including high-speed CD-RW media) while DVD-writable drives can write to both CD and DVD recording media.

Use blank CD-Rs to record music or permanently store data files. After the maximum storage capacity of a CD-R is reached, you cannot write to that CD-R again (see the Sonic documentation for more information). Use blank CD-RWs if you plan to erase, rewrite, or update information on the CD later.

Blank DVD+/-Rs can be used to permanently store large amounts of data. After you create a DVD+/-R disc, you may not be able to write to that disc again if the disc is

finalized

blank DVD+/-RWs if you plan to erase, rewrite, or update information on the disc later.

CD-Writable Drives

closed

during the final stage of the disc creation process. Use

Media Type Read Write Rewritable

CD-R Yes Yes No

CD-RW Yes Yes Yes

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DVD-Writable Drives

Media Type Read Write Rewritable

CD-R Yes Yes No

CD-RW Yes Yes Yes

DVD+R Yes Yes No

DVD-R Yes Yes No

DV D +RW Ye s Ye s Yes

DV D -R W Ye s Ye s Ye s

DVD+R DL Yes Yes No

DVD-R DL Maybe No No

DVD-RAM Maybe No No

Helpful Tips

•Use Microsoft® Windows® Explorer to drag and drop files to a CD-R or CD-RW only after you start Roxio Creator Plus and open a Creator project.

• Use CD-Rs to burn music CDs that you want to play in regular stereos. CD-RWs may not play in many home or car stereos.

• You cannot create audio DVDs with Roxio Creator Plus.

• Music MP3 files can be played only on MP3 players or on computers that have MP3 software installed.

• Commercially available DVD players used in home theater systems may not support all available DVD formats. For a list of formats supported by your DVD player, see the documentation provided with your DVD player or contact the manufacturer.

• Do not burn a blank CD-R or CD-RW to its maximum capacity; for example, do not copy a 650-MB file to a blank 650-MB CD. The CD-RW drive needs 1–2 MB of blank space to finalize the recording.

• Use a blank CD-RW to practice CD recording until you are familiar with CD recording techniques. If you make a mistake, you can erase the data on the CD-RW and try again. You can also use blank CD-RWs to test music file projects before you record the project permanently to a blank CD-R.

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• See the Sonic website at

sonic.com

for additional information.

Adjusting the Volume

NOTE: When the speakers are muted, you do not hear the media playing.

Open the

Click and drag the bar in the down to increase or decrease the volume.

For more information on volume control options, click

Control

The Volume Meter displays the current volume level, including mute, on your computer. Either click the QuickSet icon in the taskbar and select or deselect

Disable On Screen Volume Meter

enable or disable the Volume Meter on the screen.

window.

Volu m e C o n tr o l

window.

Volu m e C o n tr o l

, or press the volume control buttons to

column and slide it up or

Help

in the

Vol um e

1 volume icon 2 Volu m e M e t e r

3 mute icon

When the meter is enabled, adjust the volume with the volume control buttons.

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

Help

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Adjusting the Picture

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

Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System

Click

Start→

Under

Under setting.

In the drop-down menu under

Click OK.

Microsoft Windows Vista® Operating System

Click the Windows Vista Start button

Appearance and Personalization

Under

In the drop-down menu under

Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes

Pick a task...

Screen resolution

Personalization

Resolution:

, click

Change the screen resolution

, click and drag the bar to reduce the resolution

Color quality

, ,

, click

Adjust Screen Resolution

click and drag the bar to reduce the resolution setting.

Colors

, click

Medium (16 bit).

and click

Medium (16 bit)

Control Panel→

and click

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Using Cards

NOTE: Electrical and electronic devices are sensitive to electrostatic discharge

(ESD). If a substantial ESD occurs, the device may reset and the device software may attempt to reinitialize a connection. If the software is not operational after an ESD occurrence, restart the modem software program.

Card Types

PC Cards

See "PC Card" on page 184 for information on supported PC Cards.

NOTE: A PC Card is not a bootable device.

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

ExpressCards

See "PC Card" on page 184 for information on supported ExpressCards.

NOTE: An ExpressCard is not a bootable device.

ExpressCards leverage PC Card technology to provide a fast and convenient way to add memory, wired and wireless network communications (including Mobile Broadband network [also known as WWAN] communications), multimedia, and security features to your computer. To use an ExpressCard in the PC Card slot, you must use an adapter (optional).

Smart Cards

Smart cards provide valuable tools for security, data storage, and special programs (see "Smart Card" on page 86).

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Card Blanks

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

To remove a blank, see "Removing a Card or Blank" on page 84.

Extended 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 or ExpressCard

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

PC Cards and ExpressCards 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.

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the

safety instructions in the

Product Information Guide

PC Card

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.

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.

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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.

ExpressCards

Place the ExpressCard in the adapter (the adapter is included with the ExpressCard).

Install the ExpressCard with the adapter the same way as a PC Card. (See "PC Cards" on page 81)

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Removing a Card or Blank

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the

safety instructions in the

NOTICE: Click the icon in 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 latch and remove the card or blank. For some latches, you must press the latch twice: once to pop the latch out, and then a second time to pop the card out.

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Securing Your Computer

Security Cable Lock

NOTE: Your computer does not ship with a security cable lock.

A security cable lock is a commercially available antitheft device. To use the lock, attach it to the security cable slot on your Dell™ 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 on your computer.

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Smart Card

NOTE: For information on how to secure your computer while traveling, see

"Traveling With Your Computer" on page 179.

NOTE: The smart card feature may not be available on your computer.

About Smart Cards

Smart cards are portable credit-card shaped devices with internal integrated circuits. The top surface of the smart card usually contains an embedded processor under the gold contact pad. The combination of the small size and integrated circuits make smart cards 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:

Hold the card so that the gold contact pad is facing upward and pointing toward the smart card slot.

1 gold contact pad 2 smart card (top)

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Slide the smart card into the smart card slot until the card is completely seated in its connector. The smart card will protrude approximately 1/2 inch 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.

Passwords

Passwords prevent unauthorized access to your computer. When using passwords, observe the following guidelines:

• Choose a password that you can remember, but not one that is easy to guess. For example, do not use the names of family members or pets for passwords.

• It is recommended that you do not write down your password. If you do write it down, however, ensure that the password is stored in a secure place.

• Do not share your password with other people.

• Ensure that people are not watching you when you type your password.

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

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

Use the Windows

User Accounts

operating system to create user accounts or to change passwords.

option in the Control Panel in the Microsoft®

Once you create a user password, you must enter it each time you turn on or unlock your computer. If you do not enter a password within 2 minutes, the computer returns to its previous operating state.

For more information, see your Windows documentation.

About Passwords

NOTE: Passwords are disabled when you receive your computer.

A primary (or system) password, an administrator password, and a hard drive password all prevent unauthorized access to your computer in different ways. The following table identifies types and features of passwords available on your computer.

Type of Password Features

Primary (or system)

Administrator

Hard drive

• Protects the computer from unauthorized access

• Gives system administrators or service technicians access to computers for repair or reconfiguration

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

• Can be used instead of the primary password

• Helps protect the data on your hard drive from unauthorized access

NOTE: Some hard drives do not support hard drive passwords.

NOTE: Passwords provide a high level of security for data in your computer or hard

drive. However, they are not foolproof. For security, the Dell Latitude™ D630/630c ships with a smart card reader.

When using passwords, observe the following guidelines:

• Choose passwords that you can remember, but not ones that are easy to guess. For example, do not use the names of family members or pets for passwords.

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• It is recommended that you do not write down passwords. If you do write it down, however, ensure that the password is stored in a secure place.

• Do not share passwords with other people.

• Ensure that people are not watching you when you type your password(s).

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

If you forget any of your passwords, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 199). 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.

Using a Primary (or System) Password

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

When you first start your computer, you must assign a primary password at the prompt.

If you do not enter a password within 2 minutes, the computer returns to its previous operating state.

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

disabled.

To add or change passwords, access

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.

User Accounts

from the

Control Panel

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 a unique primary password.

To set or change administrator passwords, access Control Panel.

User Accounts

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When you set an administrator password, the available in system setup. The

Configure Setup

option becomes

option allows you to restrict access to system setup in the same way that 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.

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.

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 (see "Obtaining Assistance" on page 193).

Using a Hard Drive Password

The hard drive password helps protect the data on your hard drive from unauthorized access.

To assign or change a hard drive password, enter system setup (see "System Setup Program" on page 135).

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

If the hard drive password is enabled, you must enter it each time you turn on the computer: A message appears asking for the hard drive password.

To continue, enter your password (with no more than eight characters) and press <Enter>.

If you do not enter a password within two minutes, the computer returns to its previous operating state.

If you enter the wrong password, a message tells you that the password is invalid. Press <Enter> to try again.

mode.

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If you do not enter the correct password in three attempts, the computer tries to start from another bootable device if the setup is set to allow start-up from another device. If the

Boot First Device

option in system

option is not set to allow the computer to start from another device, the computer returns to the operating state it was in when you turned it on.

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

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.

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

NOTE: Computers shipping into China are not equipped with the TPM feature.

NOTE: The TPM feature may not be supported in all countries.

NOTE: The TPM feature supports encryption only if the operating system supports

TPM. For more information, see the TPM software documentation and the help files that came with the software.

TPM is a hardware-based security feature that can be used to create and manage computer-generated encryption keys. When combined with security software, the TPM enhances existing network and computer security by enabling features such as file protection capabilities and protected e-mail. The TPM feature is enabled through a system setup option.

NOTICE: To secure your TPM data and encryption keys, follow the backup

procedures documented in the Broadcom Secure Foundation Getting Started Guide. In the event of these backups being incomplete, lost, or damaged, Dell will be unable to assist in the recovery of encrypted data.

Enabling the TPM Feature

Enable the TPM software:

Restart the computer and press <F2> during the Power On Self Test to enter the system setup program.

Select

Security→

TPM Security

and press <Enter>.

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Under

TPM Security

Press <Esc> to exit the setup program.

If prompted, click

Activate the TPM setup program:

Restart the computer and press <F2> during the Power On Self Test

, select On.

Save/Exit

to enter the system setup program.

Select

Security→

Under

TPM Activation

NOTE: You only need to activate the program once.

Once the process is complete, the computer either restarts

TPM Activation

, select

Activate

and press <Enter>.

automatically or prompts you to restart your computer.

Security Management Software

The security management software is designed to utilize four different features to help you secure your computer:

• Log-in management

• Pre-boot authentication (using a fingerprint reader, smart card, or password)

•Encryption

• Private information management

Activating the Security Management Software

NOTE: You must first enable the TPM in order for the security management

software to have full functionality.

Enable the TPM feature (see "Enabling the TPM Feature" on page 91).

Load the security management software:

Turn on (or restart) your computer.

When the DELL™ logo appears, press <F2> immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.

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In the drop-down menu, select <Enter> to create the icons for the software components on the computer desktop.

Press <Esc> to exit the setup program.

If prompted, click

Save/Exit

Wave EMBASSY Trust Suite

and press

Using the Security Management Software

For information about how to use the software and the different security features, see the

Click

Start→ All Programs→ Wave EMBASSY Trust Suite→ Getting Started

Guide

Getting Started Guide

for the software:

Computer Tracking Software

Computer tracking software may enable you to locate your computer if it is lost or stolen. The software is optional and may be purchased when you order your Dell™ computer, or you can contact your Dell sales representative for information about this security feature.

NOTE: Computer tracking software may not be available in certain countries.

NOTE: If you have computer tracking software and your computer is lost or stolen,

you must contact the company that provides the tracking service to report the missing computer.

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 phone 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 know, call a law enforcement agency where you live.

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

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• Contact Dell customer service to report the missing computer. Provide the computer Service Tag, the case number, and the name, address, and phone 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 record 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 reported of the missing computer.

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Cleaning Your Computer

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the

safety instructions in the

Computer, Keyboard, and Display

CAUTION: Before you clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the

electrical outlet and remove any installed batteries. Clean your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain flammable substances.

• Use a can of compressed air to remove dust from between the keys on the keyboard.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer or display, do not spray cleaning solution

directly onto the display. Only use products specifically designed for cleaning displays, and follow the instructions that are included with the product.

• Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with either water or a display cleaner, and wipe the display until it is clean.

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the antiglare coating, do not wipe the display with

soap or alcohol.

• Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water and wipe the computer and keyboard. Do not allow water from the cloth to seep between the touch pad and the surrounding palm rest.

• To clean your monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. You can also use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the monitor’s antistatic coating.

• Wipe the keyboard, computer, and monitor plastics with a soft cleaning cloth moistened with a solution of three parts water and one part dishwashing detergent.

Do not soak the cloth or let water drip inside your computer or keyboard.

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Touch Pad

Shut down and turn off your computer.

Disconnect any attached devices from the computer and from their electrical outlets.

Remove any installed batteries (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 47).

Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water, and wipe it gently across the surface of the touch pad. Do not allow water from the cloth to seep between the touch pad and the surrounding palm rest.

Mouse

NOTICE: Disconnect the mouse from the computer before cleaning the mouse

If your screen cursor skips or moves abnormally, clean the mouse.

Cleaning a Non-Optical Mouse

Clean the outside casing of the mouse with a cloth moistened with a mild cleaning solution.

Turn the retainer ring on the underside of your mouse counterclockwise, and then remove the ball.

Wipe the ball with a clean, lint-free cloth.

Blow carefully into the ball cage or use a can of compressed air to dislodge dust and lint.

If the rollers inside the ball cage are dirty, clean the rollers with a cotton swab moistened lightly with isopropyl alcohol.

Recenter the rollers in their channels if they are misaligned. Ensure that fluff from the swab is not left on the rollers.

Replace the ball and retainer ring, and turn the retainer ring clockwise until it clicks into place.

Cleaning an Optical Mouse

Clean the outside casing of the mouse with a cloth moistened with a mild cleaning solution.

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Floppy Drive

NOTICE: Do not attempt to clean drive heads with a swab. You might accidentally

misalign the heads which prevents the drive from operating.

Clean your floppy drive using a commercially available cleaning kit. These kits contain pretreated floppy disks to remove contaminants that accumulate during normal operation.

CDs and DVDs

NOTICE: Always use compressed air to clean the lens in the CD/DVD drive, and

follow the instructions that come with the compressed-air product. Never touch the lens in the drive.

If you notice problems, such as skipping, with the playback quality of your CDs or DVDs, try cleaning the discs.

Hold the disc by its outer edge. You can also touch the inside edge of the center hole.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the surface, do not wipe in a circular motion around

the disc.

With a soft, lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unlabeled side) in a straight line from the center to the outer edge of the disc.

For stubborn dirt, try using water or a diluted solution of water and mild soap. You can also purchase commercial products that clean discs and provide some protection from dust, fingerprints, and scratches. Cleaning products for CDs are also safe to use on DVDs.

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Troubleshooting

Diagnostic Lights

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the

safety instructions that shipped with your computer.

Your computer has three keyboard status lights located above the keyboard. During normal operation, the keyboard status lights display the current status (

off

) of the Num Lock, Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock features. If the computer starts without error, the lights flash, and then turn off. If the computer malfunctions, however, you can use the status of the lights to help identify the problem.

NOTE: After the computer completes POST, the Num Lock light may remain on,

depending on your BIOS settings. For more information on using the system setup program, see "System Setup Program" on page 135.

Diagnostic Light Codes During POST

To troubleshoot a problem with your computer, read the sequence of the keyboard status lights in order from left to right (Num Lock, Caps Lock, and then Scroll Lock). If the computer malfunctions the individual lights display a status of either

Off

, or

Flashing

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Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested Resolution

No memory modules are detected.

Memory modules are detected, but a memory failure has occurred.

System board failure has occurred.

• If two or more memory modules are installed, remove the modules, then reinstall one module and restart the computer. If the computer starts normally, continue to install additional memory modules (one at a time) until you have identified a faulty module or reinstalled all modules without error (see "Memory" on page 157).

• If available, install working memory of the same type into your computer (see "Memory" on page 157).

• If the problem persists, contact Dell Support.

• If available, install working memory of the same type into your computer (see "Memory" on page 157).

• If the problem persists, contact Dell Support.

Contact Dell Support.

A possible processor failure has occurred.

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• Reseat the processor (see "Memory" on page 157).

• If the problem persists, contact Dell Support.

Dell Latitude D630c User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Dell™ Latitude™ D630/D630c

Finding Information

About Your Computer

Front View

Left Side View

Right Side View

Back View

Bottom View

Transferring Information to a New Computer

Microsoft® Windows® XP

Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard With the Operating System Media

Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating System Media

Easy Transfer Cable for Windows Vista

Using a Battery

Battery Performance

Checking the Battery Charge

Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter

Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter

Charge Gauge

Low-Battery Warning

Conserving Battery Power

Power Management Modes

Standby and Sleep Mode

Hibernate Mode

Configuring Power Management Settings

Accessing Power Options Properties

Charging the Battery

Replacing the Battery

Storing a Battery

Battery Errors

Using the Keyboard

Numeric Keypad

Key Combinations

System Functions

Battery

Display Functions

Power Management

Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions

Touch Pad

Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick

Changing the Track Stick Cap

Using the Display

Adjusting Brightness

Using the Ambient Light Sensor

Switching the Video Image

Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate

Dual Independent Display Mode

Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays

Setting Up and Using Networks

Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable

Wireless Local Area Network

What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection

Checking Your Wireless Network Card

Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem

Connecting to a WLAN

Mobile Broadband (or Wireless Wide Area Network)

What You Need to Establish a Mobile Broadband Network Connection

Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card

Connecting to a Mobile Broadband Network

Enabling/Disabling the Dell™ Mobile Broadband Card

Managing Your Network Settings Through the Dell QuickSet Location Profiler

Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator

Using Multimedia

Playing Media

Copying Media

How to Copy Media

Using Blank Media

Helpful Tips

Adjusting the Volume

Adjusting the Picture

Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System

Microsoft Windows Vista® Operating System

Using Cards

Card Types

PC Cards

ExpressCards