Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide About Your Computer About Microsoft® Windows® XP Dell™ QuickSet Features Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using the Display Using a Battery Using the Module Bay Power Management Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Using PC Cards Using Smart Cards Traveling With Your Computer Passwords Solving Problems Using the Dell Diagnostics Cleaning Your Computer Reinstalling Software Adding and Replacing Parts Using the System Setup Program Alert Standard Format (ASF) G
Back to Contents Page About Your Computer Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Front View Left View Right View Back View Bottom View Front View 1 display 7 speakers 2 power button 8 track stick/touch pad buttons 3 device status lights 9 track stick 4 keyboard 10 volume control buttons 5 touch pad 11 mute button 6 display latch 12 keyboard status lights display — For more information about your display, see "Using the Display.
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 Bluetooth™ is enabled. To enable or disable Bluetooth, press .
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.
When you receive your computer, the sensor is disabled. You can use the system setup program to enable the sensor. For information on transferring data, see Windows Help, the Help and Support Center, or the documentation that came with your infrared-compatible device. audio connectors Attach a microphone to the connector. Attach headphones or speakers to the connector. hard drive — Stores software and data.
security cable slot — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the 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. module bay — You can install devices such as an optical drive or a Dell TravelLite™ module in the module bay. For more information, see "Using the Module Bay." device latch release — Releases the module bay device.
S-video TV-out connector Connects your computer to a TV. For more information, see "Connecting a Television to the Computer." modem connector (RJ-11) (optional) If you ordered the optional internal modem, 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." network connector (RJ-45) NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector.
AC adapter connector — Attach an AC adapter to the computer. 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.
battery charge gauge — Provides information on the battery charge. See "Using a Battery." battery — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. See "Using a Battery." docking device slot — Lets you attach your computer to a docking device. See the documentation that came with your docking device for additional information.
Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Macrovision Product Notice FCC Notices (U.S. Only) Warranty and Return Policy Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners.
Warranty and Return Policy Dell Inc. ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from parts and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry-standard practices. For information about the Dell™ warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty document that shipped with your computer.
Back to Contents Page Alert Standard Format (ASF) Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide ASF is a DMTF management standard that specifies "pre-operating system" or "operating system absent" alerting techniques. The standard is designed to generate an alert on potential security and fault conditions when the operating system is in a sleep state or the system is turned off. ASF is designed to supersede previous operating system-absent alerting technologies.
Back to Contents Page Using a Battery Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Charging the Battery Removing a Battery Removing and Installing a Reserve Battery Installing a Battery Storing a Battery Battery Performance HINT: NOTE: Batteries for portable computers are covered under warranty only during the initial 1-year period of the limited warranty for the computer.
level and current status of the docking device battery. The following icons appear in the Battery Meter screen: l l l l l l The computer or docking device is running on battery power. The battery is discharging or idle. The computer or docking device is connected to an electrical outlet and running on AC power. The battery is charging. The computer or docking device is connected to an electrical outlet and running on AC power. The battery is discharging, idle, or charging.
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. 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 until the battery is allowed to cool.
3. Pull the reserve battery out of its compartment, and disconnect the reserve battery cable from the connector. 1 reserve battery cable 2 connector 3 reserve battery 4. To replace the battery, connect the reserve battery cable to the connector in the reserve battery compartment. 5. Place the reserve battery in the compartment, and replace the reserve battery cover. Installing a Battery Slide the battery into the bay until the latch release clicks.
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 before you use it.
Back to Contents Page Using the Module Bay Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide About the Module Bay Checking the Charge on the Second Battery Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running Using CDs or DVDs About the Module Bay You can install devices such as a floppy drive, CD drive, CD-RW drive, DVD drive, CD-RW/DVD drive, DVD+RW, second battery, or second hard drive in the module bay.
If the Device Screw Is Not Installed NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them. 1. 1 Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out. device latch release 2. Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay. 3.
1 device latch release 5. Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out. 6. Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay. NOTICE: Insert devices into the module bay before you dock and turn on the computer. 7. Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel a click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the computer. 8. Replace the device screw. 9. Turn on the computer.
3. Click the device you want to eject. NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them. 4. 1 Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out. device latch release 5. Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay. 6.
1 device latch release 4. Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay. 5. Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel a click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the computer. 6. When the operating system recognizes the new device, click Close. If the Device Screw Is Installed Windows XP 1. Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the taskbar. 2. Click the device you want to eject. 3.
1 device latch release 5. Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out. 6. Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay. 7. Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel a click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the computer. Windows XP automatically recognizes the new device. 8. If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer. Windows 2000 1 1.
4. Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out. 5. Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the module bay. 6. Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel a click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the computer. 7. When the operating system recognizes the new device, click Close. Using CDs or DVDs Using the CD or DVD Tray NOTICE: Do not press down on the drive tray when opening or closing it.
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 CD. You can play a DVD on your computer if the computer shipped with a DVD drive or a CD-RW/DVD combo drive. You can write data to a blank CD on your computer if the computer shipped with a CD-RW or CD-RW/DVD combo drive.
Windows 2000 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Display icon and click the Settings tab. 3. Click and drag the bar in Screen area to change the setting to 1024 by 768 pixels. 4. Under Color quality, click the drop-down menu and click High Color (16 bit). 5. Click Apply. 6. Click OK to save the settings and close the window.
Back to Contents Page Cleaning Your Computer Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Computer and Keyboard Display Touch Pad Floppy Drive Optical Media Computer and Keyboard 1. Shut down your computer, disconnect any attached devices, and disconnect them from their electrical outlets. 2. Remove any installed batteries. 3. Gently use a vacuum cleaner with a brush attachment to remove dust from the slots and holes on your computer and between the keys on the keyboard.
If you notice problems, such as skipping, with the playback quality of your CDs or DVDs, try cleaning the discs. 1. 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. 2. With a soft, dry, lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unlabeled side) in a straight line from the center to the outer edge.
Back to Contents Page Using the Dell Diagnostics Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Features of the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics 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.
continue to the next test, press ; to retest the component that failed, press . l If failures are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the error code(s) and contact Dell before continuing on to the Dell Diagnostics. l If you receive a message stating that no Diagnostics utility partition has been found, follow the instructions on the screen to run the Dell Diagnostics from your Drivers and Utilities CD.
Back to Contents Page Using the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution Adjusting Brightness When the Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can conserve power by setting the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting using the appropriate display keyboard shortcuts. The Dell QuickSet Brightness Meter shows the current brightness setting for the display. Right-click the Brightness Meter on the screen.
1. Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2. Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3. Under Pick a task..., click the area you want to change, or under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Display. 4. Try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolution. Windows 2000 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Display icon and click the Settings tab. 3. Try different settings for Colors and Screen area.
Back to Contents Page Reinstalling Software Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore Reinstalling Windows® XP Reinstalling Windows 2000 Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Dell ships your computer to you with required drivers and utilities already installed—no further installation or configuration is needed.
5. Double-click the name of the device for which you are installing the driver. 6. Click the Driver tab and click Update Driver. 7. Select Install from a list or specific location (Advanced) and click Next. 8. Click Browse, and browse to the location to which you previously extracted the driver files. 9. When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next. 10. Click Finish and restart your computer.
In the Microsoft® Windows® XP and Windows 2000 operating systems, IRQ conflicts occur if a device either is not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly configured. See the following subsection that corresponds to your operating system to check for IRQ conflicts on your computer. Windows XP 1. Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2. Click Performance and Maintenance and click System. 3. Click the Hardware tab and click Device Manager. 4.
Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides a System Restore feature that allows you to return your computer to an earlier operating state if changes to the computer's hardware, software (including new hardware or program installations), or system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state. You can also undo the last system restore. System Restore automatically creates system checkpoints.
1. Click the Start button, point to All Programs® Accessories® System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2. Ensure that Restore my computer to an earlier time is selected and click Next. 3. Click a calendar date to which you want to restore your computer. The Select a Restore Point screen provides a calendar that allows you to see and select restore points. All calendar dates with available restore points appear in bold. 4. Select a restore point and click Next.
go to step 15. If you want to install a new copy of Windows XP, press to select the fresh copy option and then press on the next screen to select the highlighted partition (recommended). Then follow the instructions on the screen. The Windows XP Setup screen appears and Windows XP begins to copy files and install the device drivers. The computer automatically restarts multiple times before it requires additional input. 7.
8. When the Regional Settings window appears, select your region, and then click Next. 9. Enter your name and organization in the Personalize Your Software window and click Next. 10. Enter the Windows product key, which is printed on the Microsoft label on your computer. Then click Next. 11. When the Computer Name and Administrator Password window appears, enter a name for your computer and a password, if desired. Then click Next. 12.
Back to Contents Page Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Finding Information Finding Information NOTE: Some features may not be available for your computer or in certain countries. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer.
l l l l How to remove and replace parts Specifications How to configure system settings How to troubleshoot and solve problems User's Guide Microsoft® Windows® XP Help and Support Center 1. 2. Click the Start button and click Help and Support. Click User's and system guides and click User's guides. The User's Guide is also available on the optional Drivers and Utilities CD.
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Back to Contents Page Getting Help Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Technical Assistance Problems With Your Order Product Information Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You Call Contacting Dell Technical Assistance If you need help with a technical problem, Dell is ready to assist you. CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer covers, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from all electrical outlets. 1. Complete the procedures in "Solving Problems." 2.
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5. Pack the equipment to be returned in the original (or equivalent) packing materials. You are responsible for paying shipping expenses. You are also responsible for insuring any product returned, and you assume the risk of loss during shipment to Dell. Collect On Delivery (C.O.D.) packages are not accepted. Returns that are missing any of the preceding requirements will be refused at Dell's receiving dock and returned to you. Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call.
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Back to Contents Page Glossary Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Terms in this glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your particular computer. A AC — alternating current — The form of electricity that powers your computer when you plug the AC adapter power cable into an electrical outlet.
bootable disk — A disk that you can use to start your computer. In case your hard drive is damaged or your computer has a virus, ensure that you always have a bootable CD or floppy disk available. bps — bits per second — The standard unit for measuring data transmission speed. BTU — British thermal unit — A measurement of heat output. bus — A communication pathway between the components in your computer. bus speed — The speed, given in MHz, that indicates how fast a bus can transfer information.
Control Panel — A Windows utility that allows you to modify operating system and hardware settings, such as display settings. controller — A chip that controls the transfer of data between the microprocessor and memory or between the microprocessor and devices. CRIMM — continuity rambus in-line memory module — A special module that has no memory chips and is used to fill unused RIMM slots.
DVD drive — A drive that uses optical technology to read data from DVDs and CDs. DVD player — The software used to watch DVD movies. The DVD player displays a window with buttons that you use to watch a movie. DVD+RW — DVD rewritable — A rewritable version of a DVD. Data can be written to a DVD+RW disc, and then erased and written over (rewritten). (DVD+RW technology is different from DVD-RW technology.
Fahrenheit — A temperature measurement system where 32° is the freezing point and 212° is the boiling point of water. FCC — Federal Communications Commission — A U.S. agency responsible for enforcing communications-related regulations that state how much radiation computers and other electronic equipment can emit. floppy drive — A disk drive that can read and write to floppy disks. folder — A term used to describe space on a disk or drive where files are organized and grouped.
HTTP — hypertext transfer protocol — A protocol for exchanging files between computers connected to the Internet. Hz — hertz — A unit of frequency measurement that equals 1 cycle per second. Computers and electronic devices are often measured in kilohertz (kHz), megahertz (MHz), gigahertz (GHz), or terahertz (THz). I IC — Industry Canada — The Canadian regulatory body responsible for regulating emissions from electronic equipment, much as the FCC does in the United States.
LAN — local area network — A computer network covering a small area. A LAN usually is confined to a building or a few nearby buildings. A LAN can be connected to another LAN over any distance through telephone lines and radio waves to form a wide area network (WAN). LCD — liquid crystal display — The technology used by portable computer and flat-panel displays. LED — light-emitting diode — An electronic component that emits light to indicate the status of the computer.
or cursor on your screen. ms — millisecond — A measure of time that equals one thousandth of a second. Access times of storage devices are often measured in ms. N network adapter — A chip that provides network capabilities. A computer may include a network adapter on its system board, or it may contain a PC Card with an adapter on it. A network adapter is also referred to as a NIC (network interface controller). NIC — See network adapter.
Plug-and-Play — The ability of the computer to automatically configure devices. Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are Plug and Play compliant. POST — power-on self-test — Diagnostics programs, loaded automatically by the BIOS, that perform basic tests on the major computer components, such as memory, hard drives, and video.
RTCRST — real-time clock reset — A jumper on the system board of some computers that can often be used for troubleshooting problems. S ScanDisk — A Microsoft utility that checks files, folders, and the hard disk's surface for errors. ScanDisk often runs when you restart the computer after it has stopped responding. SDRAM — synchronous dynamic random-access memory — A type of DRAM that is synchronized with the optimal clock speed of the microprocessor.
system board — The main circuit board in your computer. Also known as the motherboard. system setup program — A utility that serves as an interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. System setup allows you to configure user-selectable options in the BIOS, such as date and time or system password. Unless you understand what effect the settings have on the computer, do not change the settings for this program. system tray — See notification area.
A common type of virus is a boot virus, which is stored in the boot sectors of a floppy disk. If the floppy disk is left in the drive when the computer is shut down and then turned on, the computer is infected when it reads the boot sectors of the floppy disk expecting to find the operating system. If the computer is infected, the boot virus may replicate itself onto all the floppy disks that are read or written in that computer until the virus is eradicated.
Back to Contents Page Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Numeric Keypad Keyboard Shortcuts Touch Pad Track Stick Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick Numeric Keypad NOTE: When you connect an external keyboard or keypad to the computer, the keypad is disabled. The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions.
external DVI monitor only. + uparrow key Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor) + downarrow key Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor) Radios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth™) Enables and disables radios, including wireless networking and Bluetooth. Power Management Activates the power management mode of your choice.
1 touch pad 2 track stick/touch pad buttons l To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger over the touch pad. l 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. l To select and move (or drag) an object, position the cursor on the object and tap down-up-down on the touch pad. On the second down motion, leave your finger on the touch pad and move the selected object by sliding your finger across the surface.
l l To select and move (or drag) an object, position the cursor on the object. Then press and hold the left track stick button. Leave your thumb on the button and move the object by pressing the track stick in the desired direction. To double-click an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the track stick, or use your thumb to press the left track stick button twice.
Back to Contents Page Passwords Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide About Passwords Using a Primary Password Using an Administrator Password Using a Hard Drive Password Assigning an Asset Tag About Passwords NOTE: Passwords are disabled when you receive your computer. A primary password prevents unauthorized access to the computer at start-up. You can use an administrator password instead of the primary password.
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. NOTICE: If you disable the administrator password, the primary password is also disabled.
4. When the computer prompts you to verify the asset tag, type y and press . The computer displays the new or modified asset tag and the Service Tag. Deleting an Asset Tag 1. Boot the computer using a bootable floppy disk or CD. 2. Type cd c:\dell\util and press . 3. Type asset /d and press . 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 using a bootable floppy disk or CD. 2.
Back to Contents Page Using PC Cards Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide PC Card Types PC Card Blanks Extended PC Cards Installing a PC Card Removing a PC Card or Blank PC Card Types See "Specifications" 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.
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. Removing a PC Card or Blank NOTICE: Before you remove a PC Card from the computer, click the icon on the taskbar to select a card and stop it from functioning. If you do not stop the card in the configuration utility, you could lose data.
Back to Contents Page Power Management Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Power Management Tips Power Management Wizard Power Management Modes Power Options Properties Power Management Tips NOTE: See "Using a Battery" for more information on conserving battery power. l Connect the computer to an electrical outlet when possible because battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is charged.
Selecting a Power Scheme NOTE: When your computer is running on battery power, the Network Disabled power scheme disables your internal network and wireless activity. When your computer is connected to an electrical outlet or docking device, the Network Disabled power scheme disables only your wireless activity. You must set the power scheme through QuickSet (not Microsoft® Windows®) for Network Disabled to work. The screen allows you to select, create, and edit power scheme settings.
¡ Press . To exit standby mode, press the power button or open the display depending on how you set the options on the Advanced tab. You cannot make the computer exit standby mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad or track stick. 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.
l Set power icon and standby mode password options. l Program the following functions (depending on your operating system): ¡ Prompt a user for an action (Ask me what to do). ¡ Enter standby mode. ¡ Enter hibernate mode. ¡ Shut down Windows and turn off the computer. ¡ Choose no action (None or Do nothing). To program these functions, click an option from the corresponding drop-down menu and then click OK.
Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Power Problems Drive Problems Error Messages PC Card Problems Video and Display Problems Smart Card Problems Sound and Speaker Problems Network Problems Printer Problems General Program Problems Modem and Internet Connection Problems If Your Dell™ Computer Gets Wet Touch Pad or Mouse Problems If You Drop or Damage Your Computer External Keyboard Problems Resolving Other Technical Problems Unexpected Characters
Enable the Pointing Device option in the system setup program. If the problem persists, contact Dell. Bad command or file name — Ensure that you have spelled the command correctly, put spaces in the proper place, and used the correct pathname. Cache disabled due to failure — The primary cache internal to the microprocessor has failed. Contact Dell. CD drive controller failure — The CD drive does not respond to commands from the computer. See "Drive Problems.
Invalid configuration information-please run System Setup Program — The system configuration information does not match the hardware configuration. The message is most likely to occur after a memory module is installed. Correct the appropriate options in the system setup program. See "Using the System Setup Program." Keyboard clock line failure — For external keyboards, check the cable connection. Run the Keyboard Controller test as described in "Using the Dell Diagnostics.
Windows 2000 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon. Select the program that you want to remove. Click Change or Remove Programs. See the program documentation for installation instructions. Sector not found — The operating system cannot locate a sector on the floppy or hard drive. You may have a defective sector or corrupted FAT on the floppy disk or hard drive.
Adjust the power properties — Search for the keyword standby in Windows Help or the Windows Help and Support Center. 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 — See "Adjusting Brightness" for instructions on adjusting the brightness.
Adjust the volume using keyboard shortcuts — See "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad." Press to disable (mute) or reenable the integrated speakers. Reinstall the sound (audio) driver — See "Reinstalling Software." For Windows 2000 only, ensure that digital audio for the CD drive is enabled — 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. Double-click the System icon. Click the Hardware tab. Click Device Manager. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives.
Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you perform the various checks. Check the printer cable connections — Ensure that the printer cable is properly connected to the computer. Check the printer cable — 1. 2. 3. 4. Shut down the computer and turn off the printer. Swap the printer cable with a cable that you know is working. Turn on the printer and computer, and try again to print. If you print successfully, contact Dell for assistance in obtaining a new printer cable.
Check the telephone line — Try using a different telephone line. If you are using a line that is 3 m (10 ft) or more in length, try a shorter one. Irregular dial tone — If you have voice mail service, you might hear an irregular dial tone when you have messages. Contact your telephone company for instructions on restoring a dial tone. Turn off call waiting (catch-phone) — See your telephone directory for instructions on deactivating this feature. Then adjust the dial-up networking connection properties.
To verify that the problem is with the mouse, check the touch pad — 1. 2. 3. 4. Shut down the computer. Disconnect the mouse. Turn on the computer. At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it. If the touch pad operates correctly, the mouse may be defective. Check the system setup program settings — Verify that the system setup program lists the correct device for the pointing device option.
If you cannot save a file to a floppy disk drive Ensure that Windows recognizes the drive — In Windows XP, click the Start button and click My Computer. In other operating systems, double-click My Computer. If the drive is not listed, perform a full scan with your antivirus software to check for and remove viruses. Viruses can sometimes prevent Windows from recognizing the drive. Insert a bootable disk and restart the computer.
2. 3. 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.
Check the smart card — Ensure that the smart card is properly inserted into the smart card slot. Ensure that the smart card is recognized by Windows — Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware (Unplug or Eject Hardware in Windows 2000) icon in the Windows taskbar. Ensure that the smart card is listed. If you have problems with a Dell-provided smart card — Contact Dell. If you have problems with a smart card not provided by Dell — Contact the smart card manufacturer.
The computer restarts. Windows 2000 The solid blue screen appears because you were not able to perform a proper Windows shutdown. ScanDisk automatically runs during the start-up process. Follow the instructions on the screen. Error messages appear Review "Error Messages" — Look up the message and take the appropriate action. See the software documentation. Confirm that the problem is software-related — Run the System Board Devices tests in the Dell Diagnostics.
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. Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer. 4. Remove and reinstall the battery. 5. Turn on the computer.
Back to Contents Page Dell™ QuickSet Features Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Clicking the QuickSet Icon Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Dell™ QuickSet runs from the icon located in the taskbar and functions differently when you click, double-click, or right-click the icon. Clicking the QuickSet Icon Click the icon to perform the following tasks: l Adjust power management settings using the Power Management Wizard.
Back to Contents Page Adding and Replacing Parts Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Adding Memory Adding a Mini PCI Card Replacing the Hard Drive Removing and Replacing the Hinge Cover and Keyboard Connecting a Television to the Computer Adding Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Memory" for information on the memory supported by your computer. Be sure to add only memory modules that are intended for your computer.
NOTICE: If you need to install memory modules in two connectors, install a memory module in the connector labeled "JDIM (DIMMA)" before you install a module in the connector labeled "JDIM2 (DIMMB)." 7. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a. b. Align the notch in the module with the slot in the center of the connector. Slide the edge of the module firmly into the connector, and rotate the module down until you feel a click. If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it.
4. Remove all installed batteries, and disconnect the AC adapter cable and any external devices from the computer. Wait 5 seconds before proceeding. 5. Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the computer, and continue to do so periodically during this procedure. 6. Turn the computer over, and remove the screw from the Mini PCI card cover. 7. Place your finger under the cover at the indentation, and lift and slide the cover open. 8.
1 antenna connectors on card (2) 2 antenna cables (2) 11. Lower the Mini PCI card toward the inner tabs to approximately a 20-degree angle. 12. Continue lowering the Mini PCI card until it snaps into the inner tabs of the connector. 13. Replace the cover. Replacing the Hard Drive NOTICE: To prevent data loss, shut down your computer before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in standby mode, or in hibernate mode.
1 captive screw 7. Turn the computer over so that it is upright. NOTICE: You cannot remove your hard drive unless you open your display first. 8. Open the display approximately 2.54 cm (1 in). NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in your Product Information Guide." 9. Pull the hard drive cover out of the computer. 10. Remove the bezel screw and the bezel from the hard drive. 11.
Removing and Replacing the Hinge Cover and Keyboard CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your System Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer. 1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the computer cover. 2.
Before you begin, ensure that you have the following cables: 1 S-video cable 2 audio cable 1. Shut down the computer and the television and/or audio device you want to connect. 2. Plug one end of the S-video cable into the S-video connector on the computer. 3. Plug the other end of the S-video cable into your television. 4. Plug the single-connector end of the audio cable into the headphone connector on your computer. 5.
Composite Video Connection To connect the computer to a television that has a composite video input only, Dell provides a composite TV-out adapter cable. Before you begin, ensure that you have the following cables: 1 composite TV-out adapter cable 2 composite video cable 3 audio cable 1. Turn off the computer and the television and/or audio device you want to connect. 2. Connect the composite TV-out adapter cable to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer.
5. Plug the single-connector end of the audio cable into the headphone connector on the computer. 6. Plug the two RCA connectors on the other end of the audio cable into the audio input connectors on your television or audio device. Enabling the Display Settings for a Television ATI Video Controller NOTE: Ensure that you properly connect the television before you enable the display settings. 1. Open the Control Panel window.
Back to Contents Page Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Safety Instructions Safety Instructions See your Product Information Guide for safety instructions.
Back to Contents Page Using the System Setup Program Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Overview Viewing the System Setup Screens System Setup Screens Commonly Used Options Overview NOTE: 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.
The Boot Order page displays a general list of the bootable devices that may be installed in your computer, including but not limited to the following: l Diskette Drive l Modular bay HDD l Internal HDD l CD/DVD/CD-RW drive During the boot routine, the computer starts at the top of the list and scans each enabled device for the operating system start-up files. When the computer finds the files, it stops searching and starts the operating system.
6. Follow the instructions on the screen while the infrared sensor driver is being installed. 7. At the end of the installation process, click Yes to restart the computer. After you enable the infrared sensor, you can use it to establish a link to an infrared device. To set up and use an infrared device, see the infrared device documentation and Windows Help.
Back to Contents Page Using Smart Cards Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide About Smart Cards Installing a Smart Card About Smart Cards To use smart cards, you need to either use smart card software or, in a server environment, enable Microsoft® Windows® PKI support. Smart cards are small portable credit-card shaped devices with internal integrated circuits. The top surface of the smart card usually contains an embedded microprocessor located under the gold contact pad.
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Back to Contents Page Specifications Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Microprocessor Microprocessor type Intel® Pentium® M Processor L1 cache 64 KB (internal), 32-KB instruction and 32-KB writeback data L2 cache 1.3 GHz to 1.7 GHz 1 MB 1.
Parallel 25-hole connector; unidirectional, bidirectional, or ECP Video 15-hole connector Audio microphone miniconnector, stereo headphones/speakers miniconnector USB two 4-pin USB 2.0–compliant connectors Infrared sensor sensor compatible with IrDA Standard 1.1 (Fast IR) and IrDA Standard 1.
Response time 25-ms rise (typical) 35-ms fall (maximum) Refresh rate 60 Hz Operating angle 0º (closed) to 180° Viewing angles: Horizontal ±40° Vertical +10°/–30° Pixel pitch 0.28 x 0.28 mm (XGA) 0.20 x 0.20 mm (SXGA+) Power consumption: Panel with backlight (typical) Controls 6.5 W (XGA) 7.0 W (SXGA+) brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts Keyboard Number of keys 87 (U.S. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan) Key travel 2.7 mm ± 0.3 mm (0.11 inch ± 0.
Input current (maximum) 1.7 A Input frequency 47–63 Hz Output current 3.34 A (continuous) (65 W) 4.62 A (continuous) (90 W) Output power 65 W or 90 W Rated output voltage 19.5 VDC Dimensions: Height 28.2 mm (1.11 inches) (65 W) 34.2 mm (1.35 inches) (90 W) Width 57.9 mm (2.28 inches) (65 W) 60.8 mm (2.39 inches) (90 W) Length 137.2 mm (5.40 inches) (65 W) 153.4 mm (6.04 inches) (90 W) Weight (with cables) 0.34 kg (0.7 lb) 0.50 kg (1.
Back to Contents Page Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Click the links to the left for information on the features and operation of your computer. For information on other documentation included with your computer, see "Finding Information." 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.
Back to Contents Page Traveling With Your Computer Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Identifying Your Computer Packing the Computer Travel Tips Identifying Your Computer l Attach a name tag or business card to the computer, or use a permanent marker or stencil to write a unique identifying mark (such as your driver's license number) on the computer. l Write down your Service Tag and store it in a safe place away from the computer or carrying case.
NOTICE: Do not walk the computer through a metal detector. Send the computer through an X-ray machine or have it hand inspected. l Before you use the computer on an airplane, verify that such usage is permitted. Some airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during the flight. All airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during takeoff and landing. If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen l Call a law enforcement agency to report the lost or stolen computer.
Back to Contents Page Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Determining Your Network Type Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP ® NOTE: These networking instructions do not apply to internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology or cellular products. NOTE: To configure a wireless computer running the Windows 2000 operating system, see the User's Guide that came with your wireless network adapter.
2. Click to select the network you want to configure, and then click Connect or double-click the network name in the list. If you select a secure network (identified by a icon), you must enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. NOTE: Network security settings are unique to your network. Dell cannot provide this information. Your network is configured automatically. NOTE: Your computer can take up to 1 minute to connect to the network.
Back to Contents Page About Microsoft® Windows® XP Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide Help and Support Center Program Compatibility Wizard Switching to Classic View User Accounts and Fast User Switching Desktop Cleanup Wizard Home and Small Office Networking Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Internet Connection Firewall Help and Support Center The Help and Support Center provides help with the Windows XP operating system and other support and educational tools.
1. Right-click an empty spot on the desktop, and click Properties. 2. Click the Desktop tab and click Customize Desktop. 3. Click Run Desktop Cleanup Wizard every 60 days to remove the check mark. 4. Click OK. To run the Desktop Cleanup Wizard at any time: 1. Right-click an empty spot on the desktop, and click Properties. 2. Click the Desktop tab and click Customize Desktop. 3. Click Clean Desktop Now. 4. When the Desktop Cleanup Wizard appears, click Next. 5.
Internet Connection Firewall The Internet Connection Firewall provides basic protection from unauthorized access to the computer while the computer is connected to the Internet. The firewall is automatically enabled when you run the Network Setup Wizard. When the firewall is enabled for a network connection, the firewall icon appears with a red background in the Network Connections portion of the Control Panel.