Dell Precision M40 Manuale Utente

DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Model PP01X Notes, Notices, and Cautions Information in this document is subject to change w

Using the IR Sensor l TheIRsensoriscompatiblewithInfraredDataAssociation(IrDA)1.1(FastIR)and1.0(SlowIR)standards. l The default add

"Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (U.S. and Canada Only) If you are an end-user customer who bought new products directly from a Dell compa

After you connect the television to the computer, you must also enable the television in your display settings.  Changing NVIDIA Video Card Display S

Youcanattachheadphonesorspeakerstothe connector, a microphone to the connector, and record/playback devices such as cassette players and

Back to Contents Page ContactingDell:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Overview When you need to contact Dell, use the teleph

Americas Contact Numbers Germany (Langen) 00 49 6103 Hong Kong 001 852 Not required Ireland (Cherrywood) 16 353 1 Italy (Milan) 00 39 0

Customer Technical Support  toll free: 1-800-847-4096 Sales (Direct Sales—from outside Toronto)  toll free: 1-800-387-5752 Sales (Direct Sales—f

Main 50-81-8800 or 01-800-888-3355 Netherlands Antilles General Support 001-800-882-15194 Nicaragua General Support 001-800-220-1006 Panama Genera

Europe Contact Numbers Desktop and Portable Fee-Based Technical Support  toll free: 1-800-433-9005 Sales (Catalogs)  toll free: 1-800-426-5150 F

NOTE: Customers in Denmark call Sweden for fax technical support. Home/Small Business Customer Care32875505 Switchboard  45170100 Fax Technical S

 Sales 01 204 4444 SalesFax 01 204 0144 Fax  204 5960 Switchboard 01 204 4444 Website: http://support.euro.dell.com E-mail:dell_direct

Back to Contents Page ACAdapterandBattery:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide About the AC Adapter l You can connect the AC a

[email protected] Poland (Warsaw)   Customer Service Phone 22 57 95 700 Customer Care 22 57 95 999 Sales 22 57 95 999 Switchboard

Asia and Other Regions Contact Numbers Switchboard 022 799 01 01 Fax 022 799 01 90 Website: http://support.euro.dell.com  E-mail for French

NOTE: Customers in Hong Kong call Malaysia for customer assistance. Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia)  633 4949 Transaction Sales  toll free:

Back to Contents Page (Johannesburg) Customer Care 011 709 7707 Sales 011 709 7700 Fax 011 706 0495 Switchboard 011 709 7700 Website: http://

Back to Contents Page Dell Diagnostics: DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Whenever a major com

l BootFirstDevice:DisketteDrive l BootSecondDevice:CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive l BootThirdDevice:InternalHDD 6. Insert the Dell ResourceCD int

Information in the Advanced Testing screen is presented as follows: l On the left side of the screen, the Device Groups area lists the diagnostic t

Confirming the System Configuration Information When you boot your computer from your ResourceCD, the diagnostics checks your system configuration inf

Back to Contents Page Reinstalling Software: DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Installing Drivers and Utilities The Dell Driver

menus, and select Utilities from the Topic pull-downmenu. A link or links appear(s) for the specific utilities used by your computer. 3. Click Ass

 l The battery’s self-test capability alerts you to battery conditions such as low charge.  l The battery has a life span of around 400 discharge/

Back to Contents Page UnderstandingErrorMessages:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Your application programs, operating syst

computer, reinstall the drive, and reboot the computer. Run the hard drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics.Hard-disk drive controller failure 0The hard

Back to Contents Page Not a boot disketteThere is no operating system on the floppy disk.Boot the computer with a floppy disk that contains an operati

Back to Contents Page FeaturesandOptions:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide l 15.0-inch ultra extended graphics array (UXGA

Back to Contents Page Front View:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide NOTICE: To avoid overheating the computer, do not place an

Back to Contents Page Drive accessCaps LockBatteryScroll Lock

Back to Contents Page HelpOverview:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Technical Assistance If you need assistance with a techn

[email protected] [email protected] (for Asian/Pacific countries only) support.euro.dell.com (for Europe only) l Electronic Quote Service sales@d

3. Include a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist indicating the tests you have run and any error messages reported by the Dell Diagnostics. 4. Include

Back to Contents Page WhatYouNeedtoKnow:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Finding Information In addition to this User&apo

1If you install a failed battery, the light flashes amber rapidly. To purchase a new battery, call Dell or go to the Dell website at http://www.dell

Power (Safety Instructions, continued) Battery(SafetyInstructions,continued) present). Allowing sustained contact with the skin can cause dis

AirTravel(SafetyInstructions,continued) EMC Instructions l Use shielded signal cables to ensure that you maintain the appropriate EMC classifi

turning off the computer before removing the memory module or disconnecting the device to help avoid possible damage to the system board. l Clean the

When Removing or Installing Memory Modules Before removing or installing memory modules, perform the following steps in the sequence indicated. NOTICE

Back to Contents Page Conserving Power: DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Management Tips l Connect the computer to an electric

To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. The computer may take a short time to exit hibernate mode. For more information on hibernate mode, see

ENERGY STAR®Emblem The EPA’s ENERGY STAR® Computers program is a joint effort between the EPA and computer manufacturers to reduce air pollution by

Back to Contents Page RegulatoryNotices:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Overview Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) is any

Once you have determined your computer's FCC classification, read the appropriate FCC notice. Note that FCC regulations provide that changes or m

Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fa

Detecting Battery Problems To avoid installing a defective battery in your computer, check the battery's charge by pressing the battery test but

l Class A is for typical commercial areas. l Class B is for typical domestic areas. RF INTERFERENCE WARNING: This is a Class A product. In a domestic

This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) for information technology equipment. If th

Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice The equipment should draw power from a socket with an attached protection circuit (a three-prong s

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CE Mark Notice This device complies with the requirements of the European Directive 1999/5/EC. New Zealand Telecom Warnings General “The grant of

“This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to the Telecom ‘111’ Emergence Service.” “If a charge for local calls is unacceptable, th

Back to Contents Page Removing and Replacing Parts: DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40 User's Guide Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Bef

4. Remove the new hard drive from its packaging. Save the original packaging to use when you store or ship the hard drive. NOTICE: If the drive doe

2. Closethedisplay,andturnthecomputerupsidedown. 3. Remove the screw from the memory module cover (located next to the icon labeled "K

Memory modules are keyed, or designed to fit into their sockets in only one direction. The slots on the system board are notched so that the memory mo

Back to Contents Page Connecting Devices: DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Back View NOTICE: When disconnecting external devi

Back to Contents Page Passwords and Security: DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide About Passwords A primary password prevents una

hard drive (if one is being used) that can be the same as or different from the password for the primary hard drive. After assigning a hard drive pass

Assigning an Owner Tag Anownertagcanhaveupto48characters;anycombinationofletters,numbers,andspacesisvalid. 1. Boot the computer fro

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Back to Contents Page UsingtheSystemSetupProgram:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Overview You can use the system setup p

l Help The box on the upper-right half of each screen displays help information for the option with a currently highlighted field. l Computer data The

Back to Contents Page Finding Solutions: DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40 User's Guide Overview Before you call Dell for technical assista

the computer. 2. Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer. 3. Remove any installed batteries. Wipe off ea

7. Turn off the computer, wait a few seconds, and then turn on the computer again. Does the light appear? Yes. Your computer is receiving power. Go

No. Call Dell for technical assistance. Only Partial PowerIf the light shows that your computer is receiving power, but the display remains blank, p

Right Side View NOTICE: To avoid overheating the computer, do not place any objects close to an air intake or fan, and do not allow any objects to co

During POST, the computer checks the drive, comparing its characteristics with the system configuration information. The light blinks as the compute

No. Go to step 11. 11. Call Dell for technical assistance. Hard Drive ProblemsDuring POST, the computer checks the hard drive, comparing its characte

Hardware Conflicts Hardware conflicts occur if the device is detected by the operating system but is configured incorrectly. Symptoms: l System hang

non-Dell-provided PC Card, call the card manufacturer. Modem, Fax, and Internet Connection Problems If you can connect to your Internet service provi

Yes. See "Understanding Error Messages," to find the message, along with its explanation. If you can't find the message, call Dellfor

NOTE: If your TV did not come with a composite video cable, you can purchase one from a local electronics store. ¡ Television Type in the system setup

, , and Lights Don't Light Up1. Pressthe<NumLk>,<ScrollLk>,and<CapsLock>keys. 2. If their lights do not light, r

be any of the following: l A faulty connection between the I/O port and the device l Incorrect settings for system setup options l Incorrect settin

Back to Contents Page Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you perform the following steps: 1. Turn off the printer and computer. 2. Swap the print

Back to Contents Page TechnicalSpecifications:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide ProcessorAC AdapterPC CardsPhysicalMemoryEnv

External Monitor NOTICE: Do not place the monitor directly on top of your mobile workstation computer, even if it is closed. Doing so can crack the co

3.3-V SDRAM SODIMMS Maximum RAM512 MBMemory clock speed133MHzMemory access timeCL2 (Note: CL2 indicates a CAS latency of 2 clocks)Connectors Serial

NOTE: Color depth is based on 256 colors for 8-bit, 65,536 colors for 16-bit, and 4,294,967,296 colors for 32-bit displays. Display Resolution and Col

Dimensions(activearea):15.0inchesHeight 228.1 mm (9.0 inches)Width 304.1 mm (12.0 inches)Diagonal 380.1 mm (15.0 inches)Maximum resolution/colors1

Temperature range:Operating 0°to45°C(32°to113°F)Storage –20°to60°C(–4°to140°F)1 Battery performance features such as charge time and life s

Operating 0.9 GRMS using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates user environmentStorage 1.3 GRMS using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates

Back to Contents Page Supported CD/DVD Formats l CD-ROM red-book audio discs (CD-DA) l CD-ROM yellow-book mode-1 and mode-2 data discs l CD-ROM XA

Back to Contents Page TravelingWithYourComputer:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Identifying Your Computer l Attach a nam

a direct-dial telephone line for your modem connection. Traveling by Air l Be sure to have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn

Back to Contents Page UsingYourComputer:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Modular Bay Your computer comes with a floppy driv

NOTICE:Insertdevicesbeforeyoudockandturnonthecomputer. 5. Insert the new device into the bay, and push it until you hear a click. 6. Turn

External Keyboard You can use the computer's keyboard and an external keyboard at the same time. When you attach a keyboard to the computer, the

7. Turn the computer over and open the display. 8. Press the power button to resume from standby mode. 9. If necessary, enter your password to unloc

5. Push the tray back into the drive. The autoplay feature can interfere with the computer’s power management functions. If Dell installed the operat

display. For detailed information on video resolution, see "Technical Specifications." If the video resolution setting is higher than that s

Press toactivatepowerconservationpropertiesifyouconfiguredthepowermanagementproperties.See"Conserving Power." DellAccessD

DualPoint device software allows you to adjust settings, such as sensitivity, motion, and drag and drop features for both the touch pad and track stic

4. Click OK to save the settings and close the window. To open the Mouse Properties window, you can also right-click the Touch Pad icon on the taskb

3. Gently remove the card or blank. Save a blank to use whenever you do not have a PC Card installed. The blank protects the PC Card slot from dust

Back to Contents Page LimitedWarrantyandReturnPolicy:DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM40User'sGuide Three-Year Limited Warranty (U.S.

DELL DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT OR LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,

FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT. THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE T