Dell Mobile Computing Station Quick Reference Manual

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Dell™ Mobile Computing Station

CUSTOM SOLUTION FOR DELL BY ERGOTRON

Hazard Symbols Review

Symbol Signal Word Level of Hazard

NOTE

A NOTE indicates important information that helps you
make better use of your Mobile Computing Station.

CAUTION

A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to
hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the
problem.

WARNING

A WARNING indicates either potential for property
damage, personal injury, or death.

ELECTRICAL

An ELECTRICAL indicates an impending electrical hazard
which, if not avoided, may result in personal injury,  re
and/or death.

These symbols alert users of a safety
condition that demands attention. All Mobile
Computing Station users should be able to
recognize and understand the signifi cance of
the following Safety Hazards if encountered
on the Mobile Computing Station or within
Mobile Computing Station documentation.
Children who are not able to recognize
and respond appropriately to Safety Alerts
should not use the Mobile Computing
Station without adult supervision!

FCC Compliance Statement - Managed Mobile Computing Station only

This Mobile Computing Station has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this device in a residential area
is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at their own expense.

Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Caution: Changes or Modi cations not expressly approved by Ergotron could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the speci c operating instructions for satisfying
RF exposure compliance. This equipment should not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter. The minimum separation distance from the antenna to the general bystander
is 7.9 inches (20 CM) to maintain compliance.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. / Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Contains FCC ID: Q87-WRVS4400NV11
IC ID: 3829A-WVS4NV11

NOTE: Some devices may not be included if you did not order them.

NOTE: Refer to separate product guides for Netbooks, optional router and optional Ethernet switch.

FOR SERVICE CALL [phone]

OR VISIT www.ergotron.com/Dell

The Dell Mobile Computing Station transports
and charges twenty-four, 10" Latitude™ 2100
Netbook PCs and may include an optional wireless
router for remote networking.

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Lower Compartment

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Controller Box houses

• circuit breakers

• 24 outlets are factory connected to Netbook AC adapters

• 3 internal accessory outlets factory connected to:
– 25th AC adapter
– optional wireless router
– optional Ethernet switch

• open (4th) internal outlet must not be used

CAUTION: Do not connect equipment to open outlet(s).

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AC Adapters

• 24 adapters factory connected to docks in upper
compartment

• 25th adapter provides power distribution to Controller Box.

CAUTION: Only Dell, 90-watt adapters

should be used in cradles.

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Optional Ethernet Switch

• 24 ports, factory connected

• allows remote network updates to docked Mobile Computing
Station netbooks

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Motorized Fan

• automatically-controlled fan operates in tandem with upper
compartment fan

CAUTION: Do not block fans and vent openings.

To prevent overheating, leave at least 5" (127 mm) clearance
around fans and vents.

Upper Compartment

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Motorized Fan

• automatically-controlled fan operates in tandem with lower
compartment fan

CAUTION: Do not block fans and vent openings.

To prevent overheating, leave at least 5" (127 mm) clearance
around fans and vents.

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Netbook Storage

• storage and simultaneous charging for twenty-four 10"
Latitude™ 2100 Netbooks

• charge status of individual netbooks is visible when
compartment is open

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Intuitive Docking

• dock pro le matches Netbook to prevent user from inserting
netbook the wrong way

• dock and un-dock using just one hand

• tab at front of each dock ensures positive seating of power
and network connectors with netbooks

• green tab indicates netbook is seated properly for charging

• exclusive design accepts both standard and touch-screen
Latitude™ 2100 netbooks, in 3 cell or 6 cell battery con gurations

Dell™ Mobile Computing Station

Interior Features

CAUTION: Electrically operated equipment. This is not a toy.

To avoid risk of electric shock or  re the Mobile Computing
Station should not be used without adult supervision.

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Dell™ Mobile Computing Station

Front and Left Side View

Back and Right Side View

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Retractable Doors (upper compartment)

• upper doors stow under work surface for unobstructed access to
Netbooks without changing Mobile Computing Station footprint;
when closed, upper doors overlap lower doors and conceal locks

CAUTION: Keep doors locked when Mobile Computing Station

is unattended or in transit.

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Power/Fault Status Indicator

• conveniently displays Mobile Computing Station fault and power
indicators at work-top level

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Work Surface with Anti-static Mat

• maximum weight capacity: 25 lbs (11.4 kg)

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Ergonomic Handles

• positioned at each end of Mobile Computing Station for optimum
comfort and maneuverability

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Fan Guards

• allow air  ow and o er protection from fan blades

CAUTION: Do not block fan or vent openings.

To prevent overheating, leave at least 5" (127 mm) clearance
around fans and vents.

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Rotating Front Casters

• 4 inch (101 mm) rotating casters for easy steering and moving
over thresholds; casters can be locked to prevent rolling

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Locking, Hinged Doors (lower compartment)

• when closed, AC Adapters and Controller Box are
concealed

• Risk of Shock label on door alerts adults to prohibit children from
opening lower compartment

ELECTRICAL: Always disconnect Mobile Computing Station power

cord from wall outlet before opening lower compartment.
Do not allow children to open lower compartment.

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Lower Storage Shelf with Anti-skid Mat

• maximum weight capacity: 25 lbs (11.4 kg)

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Keyed Locks

• 4 locks: one on each upper compartment door, one on each lower

compartment door

• all four locks open with same key (4 keys are provided)

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Ventilation System

• vents on sides and back promote air  ow, contents of compartments
remain hidden from view

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Theft Deterrent Loops

• heavy-duty loops are located near each handle

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Mobile Computing Station Security

• heavy-duty loop at the recessed cable management area to anchor
Mobile Computing Station to the wall or  oor

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Fixed Rear Casters

• 4 inch (101 mm)  xed casters for easy maneuvering

• casters can be locked to prevent rolling

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External Cable Management Bay

• includes 8 foot (2.4 m) power cord and 10 foot (3 m) Ethernet cable

• keeps Mobile Computing Station power cord and Ethernet cable
organized, protected and at-hand

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Optional Wireless Router

• tucked beneath lower compartment for easy access

• wire guard protects the router from damage

Exterior Features

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Set-Up and Go

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Attach left and right handles and caps

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Netbook Docking

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First Time Battery Charge

Monitoring Netbook Power

Open top compartments: unlock door, lift door up and
out (to clear holding tab), allow door to drop slightly,
then lift up and push under work top.

Insert netbooks into docks with front edge of netbook at
top and power /Ethernet connectors leading into station.

The green tab at the front of the dock will be visible if the
netbook has been properly seated.

Charging activity can be viewed at the top edge of each
netbook when docked.

CAUTION: Make sure area is clear before closing

upper door.

Eight screws (four at each handle) and a hex tool have been provided.

Before using the netbooks for the  rst time or after spending time in
storage, ensure netbooks have a full (100%) charge.

Connect power cord to a dedicated circuit, (one not shared with
other devices).

Verify that the blue light on the Power/Fault Status Indicator at the
work-top is lit.

Allow netbooks to charge for at least 2-3 hours before removing
for  rst-time use.

The Power/Fault Status Indicator lights at the top of the Mobile Computing Station communicate the following conditions.

NOTE: Charge status of individual netbooks can be seen directly on netbooks when docked and the upper compartment doors are open.

CAUTION: Observe all safety precautions related to

Mobile Computing Station operation and maintenance
included in this reference guide!

Blue light - Solid Power "ON"

Amber light - Flashing Maximum temperature has been exceeded

* When recommended temperature has been exceeded, power to Netbooks is
terminated until the temperature falls into an acceptable operating range, at which
time charging resumes.

CAUTION: There is no on/o switch on this equipment; the AC power cord is the only power disconnect. The

socket outlet should be easily accessible and should be installed near the equipment.

Green tab
location

Netbook charge
indicator

Power/Fault Status Indicator Signal Meaning

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Troubleshooting

For problems not addressed above, please Contact Ergotron, Inc., at [phone]

OR VISIT www.ergotron.com/Dell

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Netbook(s) not charging. Wall power may not be reaching the Mobile

Computing Station Netbooks due to

• unplugged power cord

• improper docking of Netbook(s)

• tripped electrical circuit

• Ensure that power cord is plugged into a wall outlet.

• Verify that Netbook is docked properly: the green tab
at the edge of the dock should be visible.

• Check facility circuit breakers.

• If another electrical device is sharing the same circuit
as the Mobile Computing Station, unplug the other
device.

Power/Fault Status Amber Indicator
light is  ashing.

Indicates possible overheating. • Ensure areas around the fans and vents are

unobstructed.

• Take measures to reduce room temperature below
86° F (30° C).

• Power cord should remain plugged-in so that the
fans continue to operate. Once the temperature has
dropped to a safe level, charging will resume.

Service & Warranty

NOTE: When contacting customer service, please reference the

serial number located above the external cable management bay.

FOR SERVICE ON DELL Mobile Computing Station

CALL [phone] OR VISIT www.ergotron.com/Dell

Serial Number is required
for warranty entitlement.

Power System

120 V~, 12 A, 60 Hz

Mobile Computing Station Physical Dimensions

Height 38.7" (982.98 mm)
Length 40" (1016 mm)
Width 24" (609.6 mm)
Weight (without Netbooks) 230 lbs (104 kg)
Weight Capacity
Top Surface 25 lbs (11.34 kg)
Lower Shelf 25 lbs (11.34 kg)
Tip Test/Angle 10°

AC Adapters (25)

Dell Part Number: UU572

Optional Wireless Router

Linksys WRVS4400N Wireless-N Gigabit Security Router with VPN

Speci cations

Optionsl Ethernet Port Switch -

Cisco SR224G, 24 port, 10/100, 2-Port Gigabit Switch + 2 mini-GBIC

Environmental

Temperature range:
Operating 32° to 86°F (0° to 30°C)
Storage -40° to 149°F (-40° to 65°C)
Relative humidity (maximum):
Operating 10–90% (non condensing)
Storage 5–95% (non condensing)
Altitude (maximum): 6,562 ft (2000 m)

Operational

-40 °C

-40 °F

65 °C
149 °F

Relative

Humidity

Range

5-95% rH

Storage

0 °C
32 °F

30 °C

86 °F

Relative

Humidity

Range

10-90% rH

Serial Number: ___________________