Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 A Tour of Your Computer Conserving Power System Specifications Solving Problems Using the Dell™ Diagnostics System Setup Program Ports and Connector Pin-Outs Removing and Replacing Parts Hints, Notices, and Cautions HINT: A HINT 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.
Back to Contents Page Using the Dell™ Diagnostics Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Features of the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics Advanced Testing Confirming the System Configuration Information When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Whenever a major component or device in your computer does not function properly, you may have a component failure.
9. When you have completed running diagnostics, remove the Drivers and Utilities CD. 10. When the computer restarts, press as soon as the Dell logo screen appears, and before the Microsoft Windows logo screen appears. 11. In the system setup program, press 12. Reset the boot sequence so that the device noted in step 6 boots first. 13. Press 14. Remove the CD from the drive. until you locate the page with the Boot menu. to exit the system setup program and restart Microsoft Windows.
Help Category Description Menu Provides descriptions of the main menu screen area, the device groups, and the different diagnostic menus and commands and instructions on how to use them. Keys Explains the functions of all the keystrokes that can be used in the Dell Diagnostics. Device group Describes the test group that is presently highlighted in the Device Groups list on the main menu screen. It also provides reasoning for using some tests.
Back to Contents Page Ports and Connector Pin-Outs Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Port Locations Serial Connector Parallel Connector Docking Connector PS/2 Connector USB Connector Video Connector S-Video TV-Out Connector Port Locations 1 air intake 6 PS/2 connector 2 serial connector 7 USB connector 3 parallel connector 8 video connector 4 docking connector 9 AC adapter connector 5 air vent Serial Connector Use the 9-pin serial connector to attach a serial device to the computer.
Parallel Connector Use the 25-hole parallel connector to attach a parallel device to the computer. The parallel connector is used primarily for printers. The parallel connector transmits data in parallel format, where 8 data bits (one byte) are sent simultaneously over eight separate lines. The parallel connector can also be configured for compatibility with the PS/2 standard.
6 PD4 56 USB_VD1- 106 DOCK_SD/MODE 156 SAD2 7 PD5 57 GND 107 D_IRTX 157 SAD3 8 PD6 58 USB_VD2+ 108 D_IRRX 158 SAD4 9 PD7 59 USB_VD2- 109 GND 159 SAD5 10 GND 60 DOCKOC1# 110 SPIRQB# 160 SAD6 11 DOC_SPKR 61 RUN_ON# 111 SPIRQC# 161 GND 12 DOCK_MIC 62 GND 112 DAT_DDC2 162 SAD7 13 DOCK_LINE 63 NC 113 CLK_DDC2 163 SAD8 14 DOCK_CDROM 64 DOCK_SCLK 114 SPAR 164 SC/BE0# 15 GND 65 DOCK_LRCK 115 SPME# 165 SAD9 16 M_SEN# 66 DOCK_MCLK 116 GND 166 SAD10 17
Pin Signal 1 EXK_MSDATA I/O I/O Definition External keyboard/keypad/mouse data 2 KBD_DATA I Keyboard data 3 GND N/A Signal ground 4 EXK_MSPWR N/A External keyboard/keypad/mouse supply voltage 5 EXK_MSCLK I/O External keyboard/keypad/mouse clock 6 KBD_CLK I Keyboard clock N/A Chassis ground Shell N/A USB Connector Use the USB connector to attach one or more USB devices, such as a mouse, to the computer.
1 RED O Red video 2 GREEN O Green video 3 BLUE O Blue video 4 DDC2_MONID2 I Monitor detect ID2 5 GND N/A Signal ground 6 GND N/A Signal ground 7 GND N/A Signal ground 8 GND N/A Signal ground 9 CRTVCC O 5-V power source for CRT 10 GND N/A Signal ground 11 M-SEN# I Digital monitor sense/monitor detect ID1 12 DDC_DATA I Monitor detect serial data 13 HSYNC O Horizontal synchronization 14 VSYNC O Vertical synchronization 15 DDC_CLK 1 Monitor Detect serial
Back to Contents Page Conserving Power Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Conservation Tips Power Conservation Modes Power Options Properties Conservation Tips l You automatically conserve battery power each time you attach your computer to an electrical outlet. When the AC adapter is attached, the battery is charged while the computer uses AC power. Your battery's life expectancy is largely determined by the number of times it is charged, so use an AC power source to run the computer if one is available.
1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Click the Power Options icon.
Power Meter Tab The Power Meter tab displays the current power source and amount of battery charge remaining. Advanced Tab The Advanced tab allows you to: l Set icon and standby password options. l Program the following functions: ¡ Activate standby mode. ¡ Activate hibernate mode. ¡ Shut down Windows and turn off the computer. ¡ No action (None).
HINT: If you are going to connect your computer to a docking device, click None when you program the display-close option. This setting ensures that your computer does not enter standby mode or hibernate mode when you close (lower) the display. To program these functions, click an option from the corresponding pull-down menu, and then click OK. Hibernate Tab The Hibernate tab lets you enable hibernate mode by clicking the Enable hibernate support check box.
To change the Intel SpeedStep options, click the Advanced button and then click one of the following options. HINT: If you disable Intel SpeedStep, the processor operates at its minimum speed. l Disable Intel SpeedStep technology control. l Remove flag icon. l Disable audio notification when performance changes. Click Apply to accept any changes, and then click OK to close the Intel SpeedStep technology window.
Back to Contents Page Removing and Replacing Parts Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Keyboard Assembly Recommended Tools Display Assembly Screw Identification Display Latch System Components Hinge Covers Palm Rest Inserts Palm Rest Display Cover Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly Hard Drive Assembly Microprocessor Module Adding a Daughter Card Modem Flashing the BIOS Module Bay Devices Reserve Battery Memory Module System Speaker Assembly Mini PCI Card Asse
1 back 2 right 3 front 4 left Screw Identification When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws. The placemat provides the number of screws and their sizes. NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of the correct diameter and length. Make sure that the screw is properly aligned with its corresponding hole, and avoid over tightening.
(5 each) (4 each) Palm Rest to Bottom Case: Hybrid Cooling Fan: (2 each) (1 each) (5 each) (3 each) System Board to Bottom Case: Modem to System Board: (10 each) (2 each) Display Latch: (2 each) (2 each) System Components Exploded View NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
1 top cover display assembly 9 2 center control cover 10 memory module cover bottom case assembly 3 thermal cooling assembly 11 module bay device 4 hybrid cooling fan 12 main battery 5 microprocessor module 13 hard drive 6 system board 14 left speaker/antenna assembly 7 right speaker/antenna assembly 15 palm rest assembly 8 fan guard 16 keyboard Palm Rest Inserts 1. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer. 2.
8. To replace the palm rests, insert the tabs on the inside edge of the palm rest into the slots on the computer. Then press along the outside edges of the palm rest until it snaps into place. Repeat the process on each side. Display Cover 1. Slide your index fingers under the straight edge of the display cover until the cover pops out. 2. Slide the display cover towards the back of the computer. 3. Use your fingers to release the cover completely, and remove it. 4.
1 bottom of computer 2 M3 x 5-mm screw 3 hard drive door 4. Lift up the hard drive door until you hear a click. 5. Slide the hard drive out of the computer. Replacing the Hard Drive NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the hard drive into place. If you force the hard drive into place using excessive force, you may damage the connector. 1. Lift up the hard drive door until you hear a click. Push the hard drive into the drive bay until it is fully seated in the bay. 2.
11. Connect the modem cable to the modem. NOTICE: The cable connectors are keyed for correct insertion; do not force the connections. 12. Align the modem with the screw hole(s) and press the modem into the connector on the system board. 13. Install the screw(s) to secure the modem to the system board. 14. Replace the modem cover. Module Bay Devices 1. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer. 2.
1 M2.5 x 12-mm screw (1) 2 captive screws (2) Removing the Memory Modules NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1. Remove the memory module cover.
1. If you only have one memory module, install it in the connector labeled "JDIM1" on the system board. Install a second memory module in the connector labeled "JDIM2." HINT: Memory modules are keyed, or designed to fit into their sockets, in only one direction. NOTICE: The memory module must be inserted at a 45-degree angle to avoid damaging the connector. 2. 3. 4. Align the notch in the memory module with the slot in the center of the socket.
Keyboard Assembly Removing the Keyboard NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1. Remove the hard drive. 2. Turn the computer over, and remove the five M2.5 x 12-mm screws labeled "circle K." 1 M2.
1 keyboard 2 track stick 3 scalloped edge of blank key 4 palm rest 6. Lift the keyboard straight up until it clears the keyboard boss support in the bottom case. 7. Rotate the keyboard forward toward the front of the computer. 8. Rest the key face of the keyboard on the palm rest. NOTICE: Do not pull on the keyboard flex and track stick cables. 9. Pull up on the keyboard connector to disconnect it from the interface connector on the system board.
The keyboard connector may have a label on it that shows the correct orientation of the keyboard connector to the system-board interface connector. 3. Carefully turn the keyboard over. Align the keyboard boss support, fit the left side of the keyboard into place, and then snap the right side of the keyboard into place. NOTICE: Position the keyboard flex and track stick cables so that they are not pinched when you replace the keyboard in the bottom case. 4. Check that the keyboard is correctly installed.
NOTICE: When reconnecting the display-feed flex cable connector to the system board, push down on the top left and right ends of the connector. Pressing on the center of the connector may damage resistors and compromise EMI protection in the computer. 1 M2 x 3-mm screws (2) 9. 10. Pull up on the pull-tab that is attached to the display-feed flex cable connector to remove the tab from the interface connector on the system board. Lift the display assembly up and out of the bottom case.
Removing the 14.1-Inch Display Bezel NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1. Remove the hard drive. 2. Remove the display assembly. 3.
4 bottom flex cable connector 5 inverter connector 9. 10. Remove the tape that secures the display panel connector and the tape that secures the middle of the display-feed flex cable to the display panel. Pull the top flex-cable connector down and away to remove it from the display panel connector. Replacing the 14.1-Inch Display Panel 1. Reconnect the top flex-cable connector to the display panel connector. 2. Reconnect the bottom flex-cable connector to the inverter connector. 3.
Hinge Covers Removing the Hinge Covers 1. Remove the display assembly. 2. Rotate the hinges forward at an angle of approximately 90 degrees to the front of the display assembly. 3. To remove the hinge covers, slide them off the hinges. Replacing the Hinge Covers 1. Attach the display assembly to the bottom case. 2. Close the display assembly. 3. Snap the hinge covers in place over the hinges.
1 right hinge cover 2 left hinge cover Palm Rest NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries. NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer. NOTICE: Read "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer" before performing the following procedure. 1. Remove the hard drive. 2. Remove the keyboard.
1 M2.5 x 12-mm screws (3) 2 M2 x 3-mm screws (2) 3 hard-drive bay door 5. Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws that are located in the hard-drive bay door labeled "circle P." 6. Turn the computer over, and remove the three M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the palm rest to the bottom case: a. b. 7. Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws that are located on the back edge of the bottom case, underneath the display assembly.
NOTICE: Carefully separate the palm rest from the bottom case to avoid damage to the palm rest. 8. Starting at the back center of the palm rest, use your fingers to separate the palm rest from the bottom case by lifting up the inside of the palm rest while pushing in on the outside. 1 M2.5 x 12-mm screws (3) 2 M2 x 3-mm screws (2) Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical outlets, and remove any installed batteries.
4. Lift the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly up and out of the system board. Replacing the Microprocessor Thermal Cooling Assembly 1. Place the right side of the microprocessor thermal cooling assembly under the palm rest and lower the assembly onto the system board. 2. Tighten the four captive screws, labeled 1 through 4, in consecutive order.
1. Align the pin-1 corner of the microprocessor module with the pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket, and insert the microprocessor module. HINT: The pin-1 corner of the microprocessor module has a triangle that aligns with the triangle on the pin-1 corner of the ZIF socket. NOTICE: You must position the microprocessor module correctly in the ZIF socket to avoid permanent damage to the module and the socket. When the microprocessor module is correctly seated, all four corners are aligned at the same height.
1 reserve battery 2 speaker connector 3 system board connector 4 reserve battery cable Replacing the Reserve Battery 1. Connect the reserve battery cable to the system board connector. 2. Position the reserve battery above the speaker connector on the system board. 3. Update the BIOS using a flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD. For instructions on how to flash the BIOS, see "Flashing the BIOS.
1 right speaker 2 palm-rest screw post 3 bottom case holders (2) 4 left speaker 1 antenna cable 6 antenna cable
2 in-line connector 7 right speaker holder 3 left speaker 8 mounting ring 4 mounting ring 9 right speaker 5 left speaker holder 1. Remove the hard drive. 2. Remove the keyboard. 3. Remove the display assembly. 4. Remove the palm rest. 5. Disconnect the speaker interface cable connectors. NOTICE: Do not pull the antenna wire when removing the speaker. NOTICE: Handle the speaker assemblies and speakers with care to avoid damaging the speaker cones. 6.
1 fan guard 2 M2.5 x 5-mm screws (9) 10. Turn the computer over and remove the M2.5 x 5-mm screw, which is labeled "circle B" with an arrow on the front center of the system board by the battery connector. 1 M2.5 x. 5-mm screw (1) 11. 12. Remove the speakers from the bottom case. Pull the right side of the bottom case, next to the external headphone and microphone connectors, away from the system board as you simultaneously lift the front of the system board out and away from the bottom case.
5. Replace the palm rest, the keyboard, the display assembly, and the hard drive. 6. Replace the module bay devices and any PC Cards or plastic blanks in the PC Card slot. 7. Insert the floppy disk or CD that accompanied the replacement system board into the appropriate drive, and turn on the computer. Follow the instructions on the screen. HINT: After replacing the system board, be sure to enter the computer service tag sequence into the BIOS of the replacement system board.
To prevent the latch assembly from coming loose, apply pressure to the latch and spring while replacing the latch button. 2. Ensure that the newly installed latch moves smoothly and freely when pushed and released.
Back to Contents Page System Setup Program Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Overview Viewing the System Setup Screens System Setup Screens Commonly Used Options Overview HINT: Your operating system may automatically configure most of the options available in the system setup program, thus overriding options that you set through the system setup program. (An exception is the External Hot Key option, which you can disable or enable only through the system setup program.
change the device settings in the Boot First Device, Boot Second Device, or Boot Third Device options.
Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Accessing Help Files Network Problems Power Problems General Program Problems Error Messages E-Mail Problems Video and Display Problems If Your Computer Gets Wet Sound and Speaker Problems If You Drop or Damage Your Computer Printer Problems Resolving Other Technical Problems Modem and Internet Connection Problems Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Scanner Problems Manually Reinstalling Drivers Touch Pad or Mouse Problems Resolvin
Connect the computer to an electrical outlet.If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is too hot to charge. Turn off the computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet, and then let the battery and computer cool to room temperature.If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may be defective. See "Contacting Dell" in the Dell Solutions Guide.
Switch the video image— If your computer is attached to an external monitor, press to switch the video image to the display. If the display is difficult to read Adjust the brightness— Press to increase the brightness, or press to decrease the brightness. Move the subwoofer away from the computer or monitor If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor.
Reinstall the Sound (audio) driver— See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities." Printer Problems Check the printer cable connections— Ensure that the printer cable is properly connected to the computer (see "Connecting a Printer" in the Dell Solutions Guide that came with your computer). Test the electrical outlet— Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. Ensure that the printer is turned on— See the documentation supplied with the printer.
Windows 2000 1. 2. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and click Control Panel. In the Control Panel window, double-click Phone and Modem Options. If there are multiple entries for the same modem or modems listed that are not installed, delete the entries and restart the computer. 3. 4. 5. 6. Click Click Click Click the the the the Modems tab. COM port for your modem. Properties button. Diagnostics tab to verify that the modem is communicating with Windows.
HINT: When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. Disable the numeric keypad— Press numbers lock light is not lit. to disable the numeric keypad if numbers are displayed instead of letters. Verify that the . Drive Problems HINT: For information on saving files to a floppy disk, see the Tell Me How help file. See "Accessing Help Files.
If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive tray 1. 2. 3. Ensure that the computer is off. Straighten a paper clip and insert one end into the eject hole at the front of the drive; push firmly until the tray is partially ejected. Gently pull out the tray until it stops. If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound l l Ensure that the sound is not caused by the program that is running. Ensure that the disk or disc is inserted properly.
A program stops responding End the task 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press . If necessary, click Task Manager. Select the program that is no longer responding. Click End Task. If the computer still does not respond, restart the computer by pressing the power button until the computer turns off. Press the power button again to restart the computer.
15. Replace the module bay device and any PC Cards you removed. 16. Replace the battery. HINT: See "Limited Warranties and Return Policy" in your Solutions Guide. If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, see "Contacting Dell" in the Solutions Guide. If You Drop or Damage Your Computer 1. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the electrical outlet. 3.
Using the Windows XP Device Driver Rollback If you install a new device driver that causes system instability, you can use the Windows XP Device Driver Rollback to replace the new device driver with the previously installed version of the device driver. If you cannot reinstall your previous driver by using the Device Driver Rollback process, then see "Using System Restore" to return your operating system to its previous operating state before you installed the new device driver.
l If you are installing a modem driver, click Modem and then click the appropriate modem. l If you are installing a network adapter driver, click Network adapters and then click 3Com 3C920 Integrated Fast Ethernet Controller. 5. Click Properties and click the Driver tab. 6. Click Update Driver. 7. Verify that Automatic search for a better driver (Recommended) is selected, and then click Next. 8. Click Finish, and then click Yes to restart the computer.
4. Click Device Manager. 5. Click View, and then click Resources by connection. 6. Double-click Interrupt request (IRQ) to view the IRQ assignments. Conflicts are indicated by a yellow exclamation point (!) beside the conflicting device or a red X if the device has been disabled. 7. Double-click any conflicting device listed to bring up the Properties window so that you can determine what needs to be reconfigured or removed from the Device Manager.
Manually Creating a Restore Point 1. Click the Start button, point to All Programs (point to Programs in Windows Me)—> Accessories—> System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2. Click Create a restore point. 3. Click Next. 4. Type a name for the new restore point in the Restore point description field. The present date and time are automatically added to the description of the new restore point. 5. Click Create (click Next in Windows Me). 6. Click OK (click Close in Windows Me).
2. Shut down the computer, and then turn on the computer. 3. Press any key when the Press any key to boot from CD message appears on the screen. 4. When the Windows XP Setup screen appears, press 5. Read the information in the License Agreement window, and then press 6. to select To set up Windows now. on your keyboard to agree with the license information.
7. If the mouse tutorial starts, press 8. Click the setting for the region closest to where you live, and then click Next. 9. Click the graphic that matches your keyboard layout, and then click Next. 10. to exit and then press . In the User Information window, type your name and, optionally, company name, and then click Next. Read the License Agreement. 11. Click I accept the Agreement, and then click Next. 12. Type the Windows product key in the fields provided, and then click Next.
Enabling Hibernate Support 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Power Management icon. 3. Click the Hibernate tab. 4. Ensure that Enable hibernate support is selected, and click Apply. 5. Click OK to close the Control Panel.
Back to Contents Page System Specifications Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Microprocessor Display System Information Keyboard PC Card Touch Pad Memory Track Stick Ports and Connectors Battery Communications AC Adapter Video Physical Audio Environmental Microprocessor Microprocessor types Intel® Mobile Pentium® III-M or Intel Celeron™ L1 cache 32 KB (internal) L2 cache 512 KB Math coprocessor internal to microprocessor Processor speed varies, depending on configuration External bus frequency
Infrared sensor compatible with IrDA Standard 2.0 (4 MB) and IrDA Standard 1.0 (Slow IR) Docking 200-pin connector for a Dell docking device S-video TV-out 7-pin mini-DIN connector (S-video to composite video adapter is optional) Mini PCI Type IIIA Mini PCI card slot with Wi-Fi (802.11b) wireless support Modem RJ-11 port (optional) Ethernet LAN RJ-45 port (optional) Communications Modem: Type v.
shortcuts Keyboard Number of keys 87 (U.S. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan) Key travel 2.7 mm ± 0.3 (0.11 inch ± 0.016 inch) Key spacing 19.05 mm ± 0.3 mm (0.75 inch ± 0.012 inch) Layout QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Size: Width 64.88-mm (2.55-inch) sensor-active area Height 48.88-mm (1.92-inch) rectangle Track Stick X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 250 count/sec @ 100 gf Size protrudes 0.
Physical Height 36.8 mm (1.4 inches) Width 319.5 mm (12.5 inches) Depth 253.6 mm (9.9 inches) Weight (with 8-cell battery) 2.50 kg (5.50 lb) with travel module 2.69 kg (5.92 lb) with floppy drive 2.73 kg (6.01 lb) with CD drive Environmental Temperature range: Operating 0º to 35ºC (32º to 95ºF) Storage –40º to 65ºC (–40º to 149ºF) Relative humidity (maximum): Operating 10% to 90% (noncondensing) Storage 5% to 95% (noncondensing) Maximum vibration: Operating 0.
Back to Contents Page A Tour of Your Computer Dell™ Inspiron™ 4100 Front View Left Side View Right Side View Back View Bottom View Front View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire.
The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: Keyboard Status Lights 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 Microphone Record audio with the internal microphone. Device Status Lights l The light turns on when the computer is turned on. l The light turns on when the computer reads or writes data.
Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you would use a mouse. Module Bay You can install devices such as a CD drive, a DVD drive, a CD-RW drive, a second hard drive, a second battery, or a Dell TravelLite™ travel module in the module bay. For more information, see "About the Module Bay" in the Solutions Guide. Display Latch Button Press this button to release the display latch and open the display.
The PC Card slot has two connectors that support various types of PC Cards (also referred to as PCMCIA cards), including modems and network adapters. Hard Drive The hard drive reads and writes data on a hard disk. Security Cable Slot This slot allows you to attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. Instructions for installing antitheft devices are usually included with the device. NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the security cable slot.
Infrared Sensor The infrared sensor lets you transfer files from your computer to another infrared-compatible device without using cable connections. Audio Connectors Attach headphones or speakers to the Attach a microphone to the connector. connector. Modem Connector To use your computer's internal modem, connect the telephone cable to the modem connector. For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer.
NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. Do not plug a telephone cable into the network connector. For information on using the network adapter, see the online network adapter documentation supplied with your computer. S-Video TV-Out Connector Use this connector to attach your computer to a television. Air Vent HINT: The computer turns on the fans only when the computer gets hot. They may run most of the time or very seldom, depending on your use of the computer.
Docking Connector HINT: Docking devices may not be available in all countries. Use this connector to attach the optional docking device, also called an advanced port replicator (APR). A docking device, or APR, allows you to easily use external devices with your computer, such as an external keyboard, mouse, or monitor. See the documentation that came with your docking device for additional information. PS/2 Connector HINT: You can use the integrated keyboard and an external keyboard at the same time.
Bottom View NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before you disconnect an external device. CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 air intake 4 memory module and Mini PCI card 2 module release latch 5 battery release latch 3 docking device latch Module Release Latch Press the latch to remove a device in the module bay.