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

100 AppendixPixel pitch:15.4-inch0.2588 mm14.1-inch0.237 mmControls brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcutsKeyboardNumber of keys 87 (

Appendix 101Charge time (approximate):Computer off3 hoursOperating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be sig

102 AppendixPhysicalHeight 35.9 mm (1.41 inches) Width 356 mm (14 inches)Depth 265.5 mm (10.5 inches)Weight (with 6-cell battery):Configurable to less

Appendix 103Using the System Setup ProgramOverview NOTE: Your operating system may automatically configure most of the options available in system se

104 AppendixChanging the Boot SequenceThe boot sequence, or boot order, tells the computer where to look to find the software needed to start the oper

Appendix 105Travelling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer• Attach a name tag or business card to the computer.• Write down your Service Tag a

106 Appendix• If you are travelling internationally, carry proof of ownership—or of your right to use the computer if it is company-owned—to speed you

Appendix 107Cleaning Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Pro

108 AppendixFCC Notices (U.S. Only)FCC Class BThis equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

Appendix 109Macrovision Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectu

A Tour of Your Computer 11A Tour of Your ComputerFront View1 display latch release 5 touch pad 9 keyboard2 display latches (2) 6 touch pad buttons 10

110 AppendixContacting DellTo contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites:• www.dell.com•support.dell.com (technical support)•p

Appendix 111Australia (Sydney)International Access Code: 0011Country Code: 61City Code: 2E-mail (Australia): [email protected] Customer C

112 AppendixBelgium (Brussels)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 32City Code: 2Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail for French-speaking Custom

Appendix 113Cayman Islands General Support1-800-805-7541Chile (Santiago)Country Code: 56City Code: 2Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Supporttoll

114 AppendixColombia General Support980-9-15-3978Costa Rica General Support0800-012-0435Czech Republic (Prague)International Access Code: 00Country Co

Appendix 115France (Paris) (Montpellier)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 33City Codes: (1) (4)Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.

116 AppendixGreeceInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 30Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.euro.dell.com/gr/en/emaildell/Technical S

Appendix 117Ireland (Cherrywood)International Access Code: 16Country Code: 353City Code: 1Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: dell_direct_support@de

118 AppendixJapan (Kawasaki)International Access Code: 001Country Code: 81City Code: 44Website: support.jp.dell.comTechnical Support (servers)toll-fre

Appendix 119Latin America Customer Technical Support (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)512 728-4093Customer Service (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)512 728-3619Fax (Techn

12 A Tour of Your ComputerDISPLAY LATCH RELEASE — Slide to release the display latches and open the display.DISPLAY LATCHES — Keeps the display closed

120 AppendixMexicoInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 52Customer Technical Support001-877-384-8979or 001-877-269-3383Sales50-81-8800or 01-800-8

Appendix 121New ZealandInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 64E-mail (New Zealand): [email protected] Customer Care (Australia and

122 AppendixPortugalInternational Access Code: 00Country Code: 351Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.euro.dell.com/pt/en/emaildell/Technica

Appendix 123South Africa (Johannesburg)International Access Code:09/091Country Code: 27City Code: 11Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: dell_za_supp

124 AppendixSweden (Upplands Vasby)International Access Code: 00Country Code: 46City Code: 8Website: support.euro.dell.comE-mail: support.euro.dell.co

Appendix 125ThailandInternational Access Code: 001Country Code: 66Website: support.ap.dell.comTechnical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precisio

126 AppendixU.S.A. (Austin, Texas)International Access Code: 011Country Code: 1Automated Order-Status Servicetoll-free: 1-800-433-9014AutoTech (portab

Glossary 127GlossaryTerms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your partic

128 Glossarybus — A communication pathway between the components in your computer.bus speed — The speed, given in MHz, that indicates how fast a bus c

Glossary 129DIN connector — A round, six-pin connector that conforms to DIN (Deutsche Industrie-Norm) standards; it is typically used to connect PS/2

A Tour of Your Computer 13DEVICE STATUS LIGHTSIf the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows:• Solid green: The

130 Glossaryexpanding the capabilities of the computer. Examples include video, modem, and sound cards.expansion slot — A connector on the system boar

Glossary 131HTML — hypertext markup language — A set of codes inserted into an Internet web page intended for display on an Internet browser.HTTP — hy

132 GlossaryLPT — line print terminal — The designation for a parallel connection to a printer or other parallel device. MMb — megabit — A measurement

Glossary 133Ooptical drive — A drive that uses optical technology to read or write data from CDs, DVDs, or DVD+RWs. Example of optical drives include

134 Glossaryread-only — Data and/or files you can view but cannot edit or delete. A file can have read-only status if:• It resides on a physically wri

Glossary 135surge protectors — Prevent voltage spikes, such as those that may occur during an electrical storm, from entering the computer through the

136 GlossaryVvideo controller — The circuitry on a video card or on the system board (in computers with an integrated video controller) that provides

Index 137IndexAaudio connectors, 15audio. See soundBbatterycharging, 37checking the charge, 32description, 18low-battery warning, 32low-charge warning

138 Index138 Indexdrivers, 72about, 72identifying, 72reinstalling, 73Drivers and Utilities CD, 74drivesproblems, 58See hard driveDVD driveproblems, 58

Index 139module bayswapping devices, 85monitorproblems, 71switching the video image, 25NnetworkNetwork Setup Wizard, 49problems, 67setting up, 49netwo

14 A Tour of Your ComputerLeft Side ViewMODEM CONNECTOR (RJ-11) NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid da

140 Index140 Indexscreen. See monitorsecurity cable slotdescription, 16Service Tag, 9softwareconflicts, 75problems, 65-66soundproblems, 69volume, 69sp

Index 141wirelessturning activity on and off, 53wizardsFiles and Settings Transfer Wizard, 20Network Setup Wizard, 49Program Compatibility Wizard, 65b

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A Tour of Your Computer 15NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45)VIDEO CONNECTORUSB CONNECTORSAUDIO CONNECTORSEXPRESSCARD SLOT — Supports one ExpressCard. The compu

16 A Tour of Your ComputerRight Side ViewOPTICAL DRIVE — You can install devices such as a DVD drive or other optical drive in the optical drive bay.

A Tour of Your Computer 17Back ViewAC ADAPTER CONNECTOR —ATTACHES AN AC ADAPTER TO THE COMPUTER.The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power requi

18 A Tour of Your ComputerBottom ViewMEMORY MODULE/MINI PCI COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the memory module(s) and Mini PCI card. For m

Setting Up Your Computer 19Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.To connect to the Internet

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates

20 Setting Up Your Computer• If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connecti

Setting Up Your Computer 21To prepare the new computer for the file transfer:1Start the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2When the Files and Settin

22 Setting Up Your Computer4On the Which computer is this? screen, click New Computer and click Next.5On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, clic

Setting Up Your Computer 23See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to:• Obtain and install updated drive

24 Setting Up Your Computer3Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel.4Install th

Using the Display 25Using the DisplayAdjusting BrightnessWhen a Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can conserve power by setting the brig

26 Using the DisplaySetting Display ResolutionTo display a program at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the p

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 27Using the Keyboard and Touch PadNumeric KeypadThe numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external k

28 Using the Keyboard and Touch PadKey CombinationsSystem FunctionsCD or DVD TrayDisplay FunctionsRadios (Including Wireless Networking)Power Manageme

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad 29Speaker FunctionsMicrosoft® Windows® Logo Key FunctionsTo adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat r

Contents 3ContentsFinding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 A Tour of Your ComputerFront View . . . . .

30 Using the Keyboard and Touch PadTouch PadThe touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the disp

Using a Battery 31Using a BatteryBattery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Gui

32 Using a BatteryChecking the Battery ChargeThe Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, and the low-battery

Using a Battery 33• Use the Power Management Wizard to select options to optimize your computer’s power usage. These options can also be set to change

34 Using a Battery• Depending on how you set the power management options on the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window, use one of the f

Using a Battery 35– Enter hibernate mode.– Shut down Microsoft Windows and turn off the computer.– Prompt a user for an action (Ask me what to do).• S

36 Using a BatterySetting Battery Alarms and ActionsThis screen allows you to enable the low-battery and critical-battery alarms and to change setting

Using a Battery 37Power Meter TabThe Power Meter tab displays the current power source and amount of battery charge remaining.Advanced TabThe Advanced

38 Using a BatteryThe battery is too hot to start charging if the light flashes alternately green and orange. Disconnect the computer from the elect

Using a Battery 39Storing a BatteryRemove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolong

4 Contents3 Using the DisplayAdjusting Brightness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Switching the Video Image . . . . .

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Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 41Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaPlaying a CD or DVD NOTICE: Do not press down on the CD or DVD tray when

42 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaTo format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to copy CDs, see the CD software that came with your c

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 43Adjusting the PictureIf an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using to

44 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia3To copy the CD or DVD:•If you have one CD or DVD drive, ensure that the settings are correct and click the Di

Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia 45Helpful Tips• Use Microsoft® Windows® Explorer to drag and drop files to a CD-R or CD-RW only after you start

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Using ExpressCards 47Using ExpressCardsExpressCard TypesFor information on supported ExpressCards, see “Specifications.” NOTE: An ExpressCard is not

48 Using ExpressCardsThe computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 49Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to a Network AdapterBefore you connect your computer to a networ

Contents 56 Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaPlaying a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Adjusting the V

50 Setting Up a Home and Office Network2On the Network Setup Wizard welcome screen, click Next.3Click Checklist for creating a network. NOTE: Selecti

Setting Up a Home and Office Network 511Click either the pop-up or the network icon to configure your computer for one of the available wireless netwo

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Dell™ QuickSet Features 53Dell™ QuickSet Features NOTE: This feature may not be available on your computer.Dell QuickSet is activated from the icon

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Solving Problems 55Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions i

56 Solving ProblemsThe computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display

Solving Problems 572If a problem is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem. Write down the e

58 Solving Problems5When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the

Solving Problems 59IF YOU HEAR AN UNFAMILIAR SCRAPING OR GRINDING SOUND —• Ensure that the sound is not caused by the program that is running.• Ensur

6 Contents10 Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Drive Problems. . . . . . . . . .

60 Solving ProblemsRUN THE MODEM HELPER DIAGNOSTICS —Click the Start button, point to All Programs and then click Modem Helper. Follow the instruction

Solving Problems 61DECREASING AVAILABLE MEMORY — One or more memory modules may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the memory modules and, if n

62 Solving ProblemsINVALID CONFIGURATION INFORMATION-PLEASE RUN SYST E M SETUP PROGRAM — The system configuration information does not match the hard

Solving Problems 63OPERATING SYSTEM NOT FOUND — Reinstall the hard drive (see "Hard Drive" on page 83). If the problem persists, see “Contac

64 Solving ProblemsKeyboard Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product I

Solving Problems 65Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in t

66 Solving ProblemsOther software problemsCHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION —• E

Solving Problems 67Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product In

68 Solving ProblemsCHECK THE BATTERY STATUS LIGHT — If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is low or dep

Solving Problems 69VERIFY THAT THE PRINTER IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS —1Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other H

Contents 7Video and Display Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71If the display is blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

70 Solving ProblemsADJUST THE VOLUME USING KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS —Press <Fn><End> to disable (mute) or re-enable the integrated speakers.REIN

Solving Problems 71TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE, CHECK THE TOUCH PAD —1Shut down the computer.2Disconnect the mouse.3Turn on the comp

72 Solving ProblemsADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS —1Click the Start button and then click Control Panel.2Click Appearance and Themes.3Click the a

Solving Problems 73Windows XP1Click the Start button and click Control Panel.2Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance.3Click System.4

74 Solving ProblemsUsing the Drivers and Utilities CD NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may not ship with your computer.If using Device Driver Rollb

Solving Problems 754Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Modems or Infrared devices).5Double-click th

76 Solving ProblemsUsing Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreThe Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return y

Solving Problems 77Undoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Before you undo the last system restore, save and close all open files and exit any open p

78 Solving Problems5When prompted, click Finish to reboot the computer. NOTE: Do not manually shut down the computer. Click Finish and let the comput

Solving Problems 79Using the Operating System CDBefore You BeginIf you are considering reinstalling the Windows XP operating system to correct a probl

8 ContentsSystem Setup Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103Commonly Used Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Adding and Replacing Parts 81Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You BeginThis chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in

82 Adding and Replacing Parts CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Informati

Adding and Replacing Parts 836Press the power button to ground the system board. 7Remove any installed ExpressCards from the ExpressCard slot. See “Re

84 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See "Protecting A

Adding and Replacing Parts 85Returning a Hard Drive to DellReturn your old hard drive to Dell in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise,

86 Adding and Replacing Parts6To replace the device, push the new device straight into the media bay until it clicks.7Replace the security device scre

Adding and Replacing Parts 87The computer has two memory slots, DIMM A and DIMM B, both located on the bottom of the computer under the memory module/

88 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled “DIMM

Adding and Replacing Parts 896Replace the memory module/Mini PCI cover and tighten the screws. NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the

Finding Information 9Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may

90 Adding and Replacing PartsWireless Mini PCI Card If you ordered a Mini PCI card with your computer, the card is already installed. CAUTION: Before

Adding and Replacing Parts 91bRelease the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs until the card pops up slightly.cLift the Mini PCI card o

92 Adding and Replacing Parts4Install the replacement Mini PCI card: NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mini PCI card, ensure that the antenna cable is no

Adding and Replacing Parts 93bConnect the antenna cable to the Mini PCI card. Ensure that the cable snaps onto the primary connector on the Mini PCI c

94 Adding and Replacing Parts5Replace the memory module/Mini PCI cover and tighten the screws. NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the

Adding and Replacing Parts 953Turn the computer right-side up, and then open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it rests on your work surfa

96 Adding and Replacing Parts3Remove the two screws at the top of the keyboard. NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, an

Appendix 97AppendixSpecificationsProcessorProcessor type Intel® Pentium® M or Intel Celeron® ML2 cache 2 MB (Pentium)1 MB (Celeron)External bus freque

98 AppendixMemory type 1.8-V SODIMM DDR-2Minimum memory 256 MBMaximum memory 2 GBPorts and ConnectorsAudio microphone connector, stereo headphone/spea

Appendix 99AudioAudio type HDA busAudio controller STAC9200Stereo conversion 18- or 24-bit (analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog)Interfaces:Interna