book.book Page 1 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Dell™ Latitude™ 131L User’s Guide Model PP23LB w w w. d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l .
book.book Page 2 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Notes, Notices, and Cautions 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. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see "Glossary" on page 151.
book.book Page 3 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Contents Finding Information 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Determining Your Computer’s Configuration Front View 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Right Side View 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 4 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 4 Switching the Video Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Setting Display Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad . Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Key Combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 5 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 6 Using Multimedia Playing a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Adjusting the Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Copying CDs and DVDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 6 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Computer Tracking Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen . 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Drive Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 10 Solving Problems. . . . . .
book.book Page 7 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM No sound from headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Touch Pad or Mouse Problems Video and Display Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 80 81 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 If the display is blank . . . . . . . . . If the display is difficult to read . .
book.book Page 8 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 12 Dell™ QuickSet Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 13 Traveling With Your Computer . Identifying Your Computer . Packing the Computer Travel Tips Traveling by Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
book.book Page 9 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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book.book Page 11 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. What Are You Looking For? Find It Here • • • • • Drivers and Utilities Media (also known as ResourceCD) NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may be optional and may not ship with your computer.
book.book Page 12 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM What Are You Looking For? Find It Here • • • • • • • • • • • • • Quick Reference Guide NOTE: This document may be optional and may not ship with your computer.
book.book Page 13 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM What Are You Looking For? Find It Here • Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips; articles Dell Support Website — support.dell.com from technicians; online courses; and frequently asked NOTE: Select your region to view the appropriate support questions site.
book.book Page 14 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM What Are You Looking For? Find It Here • How to reinstall my operating system Operating System media NOTE: The Operating System media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. The operating system is already installed on your computer.
book.book Page 15 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM About Your Computer Determining Your Computer’s Configuration Based on selections that you made when purchasing your computer, your computer has one of several different video controller configurations. To determine your computer’s video controller configuration: 1 Access the Microsoft® Windows® Help and Support Center. For instructions, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13.
book.book Page 16 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Front View 1 2 3 4 10 5 9 6 8 7 1 display latch release 2 display latches (2) 3 display 4 power button 5 device status lights 6 touch pad 7 speakers (2) 8 touch pad buttons 9 keyboard 10 keyboard and wireless status lights DISPLAY LATCH RELEASE DISPLAY LATCHES DISPLAY — Keep the display closed. — For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 35.
book.book Page 17 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM See "Power Management Modes" on page 43. DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS 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.
book.book Page 18 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM TOUCH PAD — Provides the functionality of a mouse. Silk screening on the touch pad indicates scrolling capabilities. SPEAKERS — To adjust the volume of the integrated speakers, press the media control buttons or speaker-volume keyboard shortcuts. For more information, see "Speaker Functions" on page 39. TOUCH PAD BUTTONS — Touch pad buttons provide the functionality of a mouse.
book.book Page 19 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM KEYBOARD AND WIRELESS STATUS LIGHTS The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: 9 Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. A Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled. Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. Turns on when wireless networking is enabled. To enable or disable wireless networking, press .
book.book Page 20 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Left Side View 1 1 air vent 4 optical-drive-tray eject button 2 2 3 security cable slot 4 3 optical drive bay CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.
book.book Page 21 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM OPTICAL DRIVE BAY — You can install devices such as a DVD drive or other optical drive in the optical drive bay. For more information, see "Optical Drive" on page 92. OPTICAL-DRIVE-TRAY EJECT BUTTON — Press this button to eject a CD or DVD from the optical drive.
book.book Page 22 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM AUDIO CONNECTORS Attach headphones or speakers to the Attach a microphone to the connector. connector. USB CONNECTORS Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector using the optional floppydrive cable.
book.book Page 23 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM A C A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R — Attaches 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.
book.book Page 24 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor. Bottom View 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 1 battery charge gauge 2 optical-drive locking screw 3 battery-bay latch release 4 battery 5 hard drive 6 modem/memory module cover 7 fan BATTERY CHARGE GAUGE — Provides information on the battery charge status. See "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 42. OPTICAL-DRIVE LOCKING SCREW — Secures the optical drive in the optical drive bay.
book.book Page 25 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM H A R D D R I V E — Stores software and data. For more information, see "Hard Drive" on page 92 and "Hard drive problems" on page 67. MODEM/MEMORY MODULE COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the modem and the memory modules. For more information, see "Modem" on page 97 and "Memory" on page 94. FAN — The computer uses a fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
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book.book Page 27 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options: • Dial-up connections that provide Internet access through a telephone line. Dial-up connections are considerably slower than DSL and cable modem connections.
book.book Page 28 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM • If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, click Set up my connection manually. • If you have a CD, click Use the CD I got from an ISP. 5 Click Next. If you selected Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. Otherwise, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, contact your ISP.
book.book Page 29 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Prepare the New Computer for the File Transfer 1 Start the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2 When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen appears, click Next. 3 On the Which computer is this? screen, click New Computer and click Next. 4 On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I will use the wizard from the Windows XP CD and click Next. 5 When the Now go to your old computer screen appears, go to your old or source computer.
book.book Page 30 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Create a Wizard Disk 1 Click the Start button and point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools→ Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 2 When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen appears, click Next. 3 On the Which computer is this? screen, click New Computer and click Next. 4 On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I want to create a Wizard Disk in the following drive: and click Next.
book.book Page 31 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Setting Up a Printer NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer. See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to: • Obtain and install updated drivers. • Connect the printer to the computer. • Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge. For technical assistance, refer to the printer owner's manual or contact the printer manufacturer.
book.book Page 32 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 1 3 2 1 USB connector on computer 2 USB printer cable 3 connector on printer 3 Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window appears, click Cancel. 4 Install the printer driver if necessary. See the documentation that came with your printer.
book.book Page 33 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. When lightning occurs in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the telephone wall jack and disconnect your computer from the electrical outlet. Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. See the surge protector documentation for modem connection instructions.
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book.book Page 35 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Using the Display Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is running on battery power, you can conserve power by setting the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting by pressing and the up- or down-arrow key on the keyboard. Switching the Video Image When you start the computer with an external device (such as an external monitor or projector) attached and turned on, the image may appear on either the computer display or the external device.
book.book Page 36 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM If the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display, the computer enters pan mode. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at one time. For example, the taskbar that usually appears at the bottom of the desktop may no longer be visible. To view the rest of the screen, use the touch pad or track stick to pan up, down, left, and right. NOTICE: You can damage an external monitor by using an unsupported refresh rate.
book.book Page 37 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions. The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the right of the keypad keys. To type a number or symbol, press and the desired key after enabling the keypad. • To enable the keypad, press . The • To disable the keypad, press again.
book.book Page 38 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Key Combinations System Functions Opens the Task Manager window. Battery Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter CD or DVD Tray Ejects the tray out of the drive (if Dell QuickSet is installed). Display Functions Displays icons representing all currently available display options (for example, display only, external monitor or projector only, both display and projector, and so on).
book.book Page 39 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Speaker Functions Increases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Decreases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached. Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions Windows logo key and Minimizes all open windows.
book.book Page 40 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Touch Pad The touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the display. Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you would use a mouse. 1 2 1 touch pad 2 silk screen, depicting scrolling capabilities • To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger over the touch pad.
book.book Page 41 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty document that shipped with your computer. For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with the battery installed at all times. One battery is supplied as standard equipment in the battery bay.
book.book Page 42 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with household waste. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery. See "Battery Disposal" in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to temperatures above 65°C (149°F).
book.book Page 43 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Check the Battery Health To check the battery health using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on the battery charge gauge for at least 3 seconds. If no lights appear, the battery is in good condition, and more than 80 percent of its original charge capacity remains. Each light represents incremental degradation. If five lights appear, less than 60 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery.
book.book Page 44 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM • Depending on how you set the power management options on the Advanced tab (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 44) in the Power Options Properties window, use one of the following methods: – Press the power button. – Close the display. – Press . To exit standby mode, press the power button or open the display depending on how you set the options on the Advanced tab.
book.book Page 45 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Charging the Battery 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.
book.book Page 46 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions. 2 Ensure that the computer is turned off. 3 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then lift the battery from the bay. 1 1 battery-bay latch release 2 2 battery To replace the battery, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
book.book Page 47 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Using Multimedia Playing a CD or DVD NOTICE: Do not press down on the CD or DVD tray when you open or close it. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive. NOTE: Do not move the computer when you are playing CDs or DVDs. Press the eject button on the front of the drive. 1 Press the eject button on the front of the drive. 2 Pull out the tray.
book.book Page 48 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM To format CDs for storing data, to create music CDs, or to copy CDs, see the CD software that came with your computer. NOTE: Ensure that you follow all copyright laws when you create CDs. Adjusting the Volume NOTE: When the speakers are muted, you do not hear the CD or DVD playing. 1 Click the Start button, point to Programs→ Accessories→ Entertainment (or Multimedia), and then click Volume Control.
book.book Page 49 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM The following instructions explain how to make an exact copy of a CD or DVD. You can also use Sonic DigitalMedia for other purposes, such as creating music CDs from audio files stored on your computer or backing up important data. For help, open Sonic DigitalMedia and then click the question mark icon in the upper-right corner of the window. How to Copy a CD or DVD NOTE: CD-RW/DVD combo drives cannot write to DVD media.
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book.book Page 51 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Using Cards ExpressCards ExpressCards leverage PC Card technology to provide a fast and convenient way to add memory, wired and wireless network communications (including wireless wide area network [WWAN] communications), multimedia, and security features to your computer. See "Specifications" on page 135 for information on supported ExpressCards. NOTE: An ExpressCard is not a bootable device.
book.book Page 52 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM To install an ExpressCard: 1 Hold the card with the top side of the card facing up. The latch may need to be in the "in" position before you insert the card. 2 Slide the card into the slot until the card is completely seated in its connector. If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. Check the card orientation and try again. 1 1 ExpressCard The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver.
book.book Page 53 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Save a blank to use when no ExpressCard is installed in a slot. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles. 2 1 1 release button 2 ExpressCard Media Memory Cards The 3-in-1 media memory card reader provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on a media memory card. NOTE: A media memory card is not a bootable device.
book.book Page 54 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. To install a media memory card: 1 Hold the card with the top side of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot until the card is completely seated in its connector. If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. Check the card orientation and try again.
book.book Page 55 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Setting Up a Network Physically Connecting to a Network or Broadband Modem Before you connect your computer to a network that is not wireless, the computer must have a network adapter installed and a network cable connected to it. To connect a network cable: 1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of your computer.
book.book Page 56 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a Network Setup Wizard to guide you through the process of sharing files, printers, or an Internet connection between computers in a home or small office. 1 Click the Start button, point to Programs→ Accessories→ Communications, and then click Network Setup Wizard. 2 On the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Click Checklist for creating a network.
book.book Page 57 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Start Button and Connect To Option 1 Click the Start button. 2 Point to Connect To, and then click Show all connections. If Wireless Network Connection does not appear under LAN or High-Speed Internet, you may not have a wireless network card. If Wireless Network Connection appears, you have a wireless network card. To view detailed information about the wireless network card: 1 Right-click Wireless Network Connection. 2 Click Properties.
book.book Page 58 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 9 Connect the other end of the network cable into the Internet network (RJ-45) connector on the unpowered wireless router. 10 Ensure that no network or USB cables, other than the network cable connecting the modem and the wireless router, are connected to the broadband modem. NOTE: Restart your wireless equipment in the order described below to prevent a potential connection failure.
book.book Page 59 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM To determine which wireless configuration utility is managing your wireless network card: 1 Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2 Double-click Network Connections. 3 Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon, and then click View Available Wireless Networks.
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book.book Page 61 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Securing Your Computer Security Cable Lock NOTE: Your computer does not ship with a security cable lock. A security cable lock is a commercially available antitheft device. To use the lock, attach it to the security cable slot on your 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 on your computer.
book.book Page 62 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM • It is recommended that you do not write down your password. If you do write it down, however, ensure that the password is stored in a secure place. • Do not share your password with other people. • Ensure that people are not watching you when you type your password. NOTICE: Passwords provide a high level of security for data in your computer or hard drive. However, they are not foolproof.
book.book Page 63 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Solving Problems Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 74 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.
book.book Page 64 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display. • During the assessment, answer any questions that appear. • If a failure is detected, the computer stops and beeps. To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; to continue to the next test, press ; to retest the component that failed, press .
book.book Page 65 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Option Function Extended Test Performs a thorough check of devices. This test typically takes 1 hour or more and requires you to answer questions periodically. Custom Test Tests a specific device. You can customize the tests you want to run. Symptom Tree Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to select a test based on the symptom of the problem you are having.
book.book Page 66 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 4 When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities disc, remove the disc. 5 When the tests are completed, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen. Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
book.book Page 67 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray 1 Ensure that the computer is shut down. 2 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. 3 Gently pull out the tray until it stops. If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound • Ensure that the sound is not caused by the program that is running.
book.book Page 68 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM USE A DIFFERENT TELEPHONE LINE — • Verify that the telephone line is connected to the jack on the modem. (The jack has either a green label or a connector-shaped icon next to it.) • Ensure that you hear a click when you insert the telephone line connector into the modem. • Disconnect the telephone line from the modem and connect it to a telephone. Listen for a dial tone.
book.book Page 69 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM A U X I L I A R Y D E V I C E F A I L U R E — The touch pad, track stick, or external mouse may be faulty. For an external mouse, check the cable connection. Enable the Pointing Device option in the system setup program (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 143). If the problem persists, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 113.
book.book Page 70 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM H A R D - D I S K D R I V E C O N T R O L L E R F A I L U R E 0 — The hard drive does not respond to commands from the computer. Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive (see "Hard Drive" on page 92), and boot the computer from a CD. Then shut down the computer, reinstall the hard drive, and restart the computer. If the problem persists, try another drive. Run the Hard-Disk Drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 63).
book.book Page 71 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM M E M O R Y D O U B L E W O R D L O G I C F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N G V A L U E — A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall the memory modules and, if necessary, replace them (see "Memory" on page 94). M E M O R Y O D D / E V E N L O G I C F A I L U R E A T A D D R E S S , R E A D V A L U E E X P E C T I N G V A L U E — A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated.
book.book Page 72 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM T I M E - O F - D A Y C L O C K L O S T P O W E R — System configuration settings are corrupted. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, try to restore the data by entering the system setup program. Then immediately exit the program. See "Using the System Setup Program" on page 143. If the message reappears, contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 113.
book.book Page 73 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM External Keyboard problems NOTE: When you attach an external keyboard, the integrated keyboard remains fully functional. C H E C K T H E K E Y B O A R D C A B L E — Shut down the computer. Disconnect the keyboard cable and check it for damage, and firmly reconnect the cable. If you are using a keyboard extension cable, disconnect it and connect the keyboard directly to the computer.
book.book Page 74 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE AC ADAPTER IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
book.book Page 75 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Other software problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION — • Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer. • Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for information. • Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly.
book.book Page 76 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. C H E C K T H E N E T W O R K C A B L E C O N N E C T O R — Ensure that the network cable is firmly inserted into both the network connector on the back of the computer and the network jack.
book.book Page 77 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM C H E C K T H E A C A D A P T E R — Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light is on. C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T — Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on.
book.book Page 78 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Scanner Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your scanner, contact the scanner’s manufacturer. C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R D O C U M E N T A T I O N — See the printer documentation for setup and troubleshooting information.
book.book Page 79 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM A D J U S T T H E W I N D O W S V O L U M E C O N T R O L — Click or double-click the speaker icon in the lower-right corner of your screen. Ensure that the volume is turned up and that the sound is not muted. D I S C O N N E C T H E A D P H O N E S F R O M T H E H E A D P H O N E C O N N E C T O R — Sound from the speakers is automatically disabled when headphones are connected to the computer’s front-panel headphone connector.
book.book Page 80 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it is recommended that you attach an external monitor to your computer.
book.book Page 81 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM If only part of the display is readable CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR — 1 Shut down your computer and connect an external monitor to the computer. 2 Turn on the computer and the monitor, and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. If the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may be defective. Contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 113.
book.book Page 82 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities disc provide approved drivers for Dell™ computers. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly. NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc is optional and may not ship with your computer.
book.book Page 83 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 5 After the CD completes the hardware scan, you can also detect other drivers and utilities. Under Search Criteria, select the appropriate categories from the System Model, Operating System, and Topic drop-down menus. A link or links appear(s) for the specific drivers and utilities used by your computer. 6 Click the link of a specific driver or utility to display information about the driver or utility that you want to install.
book.book Page 84 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 3 Click Hardware Troubleshooter in the Search Results list. 4 In the Hardware Troubleshooter list, click I need to resolve a hardware conflict on my computer, and click Next. Restoring Your Operating System You can restore your operating system in the following ways: • Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore returns your computer to an earlier operating state without affecting data files.
book.book Page 85 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM NOTICE: Before you restore the computer to an earlier operating state, save and close any open files and exit any open programs. Do not alter, open, or delete any files or programs until the system restoration is complete. 1 Click the Start button, point to Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click System Restore. 2 Ensure that Restore my computer to an earlier time is selected and click Next.
book.book Page 86 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec NOTICE: Using Dell PC Restore permanently deletes all data on the hard drive and removes any application programs or drivers installed after you received your computer. If possible, back up the data before using PC Restore. Use PC Restore only if System Restore (see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on page 84) did not resolve your operating system problem.
book.book Page 87 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Dell PC Restore enables you to restore your hard drive to the operating state it was in when you purchased your computer. It is recommended that you do not remove PC Restore from your computer, even to gain additional hard-drive space. If you remove PC Restore from the hard drive, you cannot ever recall it, and you will never be able to use PC Restore to return your computer’s operating system to its original state.
book.book Page 88 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc contains drivers that were installed during assembly of the computer. Use the Drivers and Utilities disc to load any required drivers. Depending on the region from where you ordered your computer, or whether you requested the CDs, the Drivers and Utilities disc and Operating System disc may not ship with your computer. Reinstalling Windows XP The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete.
book.book Page 89 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Adding and Replacing Parts Before You Begin This chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: • You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" (see this page) and "Before Working Inside Your Computer" (see "Before Working Inside Your Computer" on page 90).
book.book Page 90 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help ensure your own personal safety. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket.
book.book Page 91 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 1 1 battery-bay latch release 2 2 battery 5 Press the power button to ground the system board. 6 Remove any installed cards from the ExpressCard slot (see "Removing an ExpressCard or Blank" on page 52) and the 3-in-1 media memory card reader (see "Removing a Media Memory Card" on page 54). 7 Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface. 8 Remove the hard drive (see "Hard Drive" on page 92).
book.book Page 92 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Optical Drive CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Turn the computer off. 2 Turn the computer over and remove the optical-drive locking screw. 3 Insert a scribe into the notch and push it to the side to release the drive from the bay. 4 Slide the drive out of the bay.
book.book Page 93 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 84 and "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 82.
book.book Page 94 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 6 Replace and tighten the screws. 7 Install the operating system for your computer. See "Restoring Your Operating System" on page 84. 8 Install the drivers and utilities for your computer. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 82. Returning a Hard Drive to Dell Return your old hard drive to Dell in its original or comparable foam packaging. Otherwise, the hard drive may be damaged in transit.
book.book Page 95 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use tools to spread the memory-module securing clips. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).
book.book Page 96 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 1 2 1 memory module securing clips (2 per connector) 2 NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot properly. No error message indicates this failure. 4 Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot. b Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it clicks into place.
book.book Page 97 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 6 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet. 7 Reinstall the hard drive. See "Hard Drive" on page 92. 8 Turn on the computer. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Dell System Information.
book.book Page 98 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 3 Remove the existing modem: a Remove the screw securing the modem to the system board, and set it aside. b Pull straight up on the attached pull-tab to lift the modem out of its connector on the system board, and disconnect the modem cable. 1 5 4 1 modem screw 2 modem pull-tab 4 modem 5 modem cable 3 2 3 modem connector on system board 4 Install the replacement modem: a Connect the modem cable to the modem.
book.book Page 99 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Hinge Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product 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 a connector on the back of the computer).
book.book Page 100 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Keyboard CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product 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 a connector on the back of the computer).
book.book Page 101 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 1 screws (2) 2 keyboard 4 keyboard cable 5 plastic bar on keyboard connector 3 tabs NOTICE: To avoid scratching the palm rest when replacing the keyboard, hook the tabs along the front edge of the keyboard into the palm rest, and then press on the right edge near the top to snap the keyboard into place before replacing the two screws. Wireless Mini-Card If you ordered a Mini-Card with your computer, the card is already installed.
book.book Page 102 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 1 2 1 102 Mini-Card 2 antenna cable connectors (2) b Release the Mini-Card by pushing the metal securing tabs toward the back of the computer until the card pops up slightly. c Lift the Mini-Card out of its system board connector.
book.book Page 103 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 1 2 3 Mini-Card 1 2 metal securing tab 3 metal securing tab NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card.
book.book Page 104 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM NOTICE: To avoid damage to the Mini-Card, never place cables under the card. b Connect the two antenna cables to the Mini-Card (black cable to the connector labeled "aux" and the white cable to the connector labeled "main").
book.book Page 105 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Coin-Cell Battery CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product 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 a connector on the back of the computer).
book.book Page 106 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer). NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 89. 2 Remove the hinge cover. See "Hinge Cover" on page 99.
book.book Page 107 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 8 Lift the display up and away from the computer. NOTICE: The standby switch is fragile and easily broken. Avoid knocking the switch when removing and replacing the display. When you replace the display, ensure that the display cable is lying flat in the display cable channel and securely tucked underneath the tabs. Also, ensure that the antenna cables are not twisted and that they are lying flat in the antenna cable clip.
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book.book Page 109 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM FILE LOCATION: R:\systems\Kirin_Asahi\Asahi\UG\A01\EN\Test\Source\quickset.fm Dell™ QuickSet Features NOTE: This feature may not be available on your computer.
book.book Page 110 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM FILE LOCATION: R:\systems\Kirin_Asahi\Asahi\UG\A01\EN\Test\Source\quickset.
book.book Page 111 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer • Attach a name tag or business card to the computer. • Write down your Service Tag and store it in a safe place away from the computer or carrying case • Use the Service Tag if you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop called if_found.
book.book Page 112 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Travel Tips NOTICE: Do not move the computer while using the optical drive to prevent loss of data. NOTICE: Do not check the computer as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless activity on your computer to maximize battery operating time. To disable wireless activity, press. • Consider changing your power management options (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 44) to maximize battery operating time.
book.book Page 113 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Contacting Dell You can contact Dell through the Internet and by phone: • For support through the web, go to support.dell.com. • For worldwide support through the web, use the Choose A Country/Region menu near the bottom of the page, or see the web addresses listed in the following table. • For support by e-mail, see the e-mail addresses listed in the following table.
book.book Page 114 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Argentina (Buenos Aires) Online Support International Access Code: 00 E-mail for Desktops and Portables Country Code: 54 E-mail for Servers and EMC® Storage Products la_enterprise@dell.
book.book Page 115 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Bahamas Online Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address www.dell.com/bs la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales Barbados Online Support toll-free: 1-866-874-3038 www.dell.com/bb la-techsupport@dell.
book.book Page 116 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Canada (North York, Ontario) Online Order Status International Access Code: 011 Online Support AutoTech (automated Hardware and Warranty Support) Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address www.dell.ca/ostatus support.ca.dell.
book.book Page 117 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address China (Xiamen) Online Support Country Code: 86 Technical Support E-mail support.dell.com.cn/email City Code: 592 Customer Service E-mail customer_cn@dell.com support.dell.com.
book.book Page 118 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Costa Rica Online Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address www.dell.com/cr la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales Czech Republic (Prague) Online Support International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 420 0800-012-0231 support.euro.dell.com czech_dell@dell.
book.book Page 119 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type El Salvador Online Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address www.dell.com/sv la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales Finland (Helsinki) Online Support International Access Code: 990 800-6132 support.euro.dell.com fi_support@dell.
book.book Page 120 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Germany (Frankfurt) Online Support International Access Code: 00 support.euro.dell.com tech_support_central_europe@dell.
book.book Page 121 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Hong Kong Online Support International Access Code: 001 Country Code: 852 Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address support.ap.dell.com support.dell.com.
book.book Page 122 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type India Online Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address support.ap.dell.com Portable and Desktop Support Desktop Support E-mail india_support_desktop@dell.com Portable Support E-mail india_support_notebook@dell.
book.book Page 123 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Ireland (Cherrywood) Online Support International Access Code: 00 Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address support.euro.dell.com dell_direct_support@dell.
book.book Page 124 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address Italy (Milan) Online Support International Access Code: 00 Home and Small Business Country Code: 39 Technical Support 02 577 826 90 City Code: 02 Customer Service 02 696 821 14 Fax 02 696 821 13 Switchboard 02 696 821 12 support.euro.dell.
book.book Page 125 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Japan (Kawasaki) Online Support International Access Code: 001 Technical Support – Dimension and Inspiron Country Code: 81 City Code: 44 Technical Support outside of Japan – Dimension and Inspiron Technical Support – Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address support.jp.dell.
book.book Page 126 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Korea (Seoul) Online Support International Access Code: 001 Technical Support, Customer Service toll-free: 080-200-3800 Country Code: 82 Technical Support – Dimension, PDA, Electronics, and Accessories toll-free: 080-200-3801 Sales toll-free: 080-200-3600 City Code: 2 Latin America Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address support.ap.
book.book Page 127 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Mexico Online Support International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 52 Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address www.dell.com/mx la-techsupport@dell.
book.book Page 128 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Norway (Lysaker) Online Support International Access Code: 00 Technical Support 671 16882 Country Code: 47 Relational Customer Service 671 17575 Home/Small Business Customer Service 23162298 Switchboard 671 16800 Fax Switchboard Panama Online Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address support.euro.dell.com 671 16865 www.dell.
book.book Page 129 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type St. Kitts and Nevis Online Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address www.dell.com/kn la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales St. Lucia Online Support toll-free: 1-866-540-3355 www.dell.com/lc la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales St.
book.book Page 130 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type South Africa (Johannesburg) Online Support International Access Code: Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address support.euro.dell.com dell_za_support@dell.
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book.book Page 132 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type Turks and Caicos Islands Online Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address www.dell.com/tc la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales U.K. (Bracknell) Online Support toll-free: 1-877-441-4735 support.euro.dell.com International Access Code: 00 dell_direct_support@dell.
book.book Page 133 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type U.S.A. (Austin, Texas) International Access Code: 011 Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech-Impaired Country Code: 1 Fax Technical Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address toll-free: 1-877-DELLTTY (1-877-335-5889) toll-free: 1-800-727-8320 support.dell.
book.book Page 134 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Service Type U.S. Virgin Islands Online Support Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers Web and E-mail Address www.dell.com/vi la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales Venezuela Online Support toll-free: 1-877-702-4360 www.dell.com/ve la-techsupport@dell.
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book.book Page 136 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 3-in-1 Media Memory Card Reader 3-in-1 media memory card controller Ricoh R5C832 3-in-1 media memory card connector 3-in-1 combo card connector Cards supported SD/SDIO/MMC 3-in-1 media memory card connector 30.55 mm x 28.9 mm x 4.55 mm size Memory Memory module connector two SODIMM connectors Memory module capacities 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB Memory type 1.
book.book Page 137 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Communications Modem: Type v.92 MDC HD Controller softmodem Interface Azalia Interface MDC Network adapter 10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless internal PCI-e Mini-Card WLAN Video NOTE: Optional video controller upgrades are available for your computer subject to availability at the time of purchase. To determine the configuration of your computer, see "Determining Your Computer’s Configuration" on page 15.
book.book Page 138 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Display Type (active-matrix TFT) 14.1-inch WXGA and 15.4-inch WXGA Display area (15.4-inch): Height 207 mm (8.2 inches) Width 331.2 mm (13.0 inches) Diagonal 391.2 mm (15.4 inches) Display area (14.1-inch): Height 189.6 mm (7.5 inches) Width 303.3 mm (11.9 inches) Diagonal 357.7 mm (14.
book.book Page 139 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Keyboard Number of keys 87 (U.S. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan) Layout QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) 240 cpi Size: Width 73.0-mm (2.9-inch) sensor-active area Height 42.9-mm (1.7-inch) rectangle Battery Type 9-cell "smart" lithium ion 6-cell "smart" lithium ion 4-cell "smart" lithium ion (when available) Dimensions: Depth 60.1 mm (2.37 inches) (9 cell) 49 mm (1.93 inches) (6-cell) 49 mm (1.
book.book Page 140 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Battery (continued) Charge time (approximate): Computer off 3.5 hours (9-cell) 2.5 hours (6-cell) 2.5 hours (4-cell, when available) Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. See "Power Problems" on page 76. See "Using a Battery" on page 41 for more information on battery life.
book.book Page 141 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Physical Height 36 mm (1.42 inches) Width 356 mm (14.02 inches) Depth 265.5 mm (10.45 inches) Weight (with 6-cell battery): Configurable to less than 2.9 kg (6.
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book.book Page 143 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Appendix Using the System Setup Program 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.) For more information on configuring features for your operating system, see the Windows Help and Support Center.
book.book Page 144 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Menu bar — The menu bar lists the major categories of settings available in system setup. Use the right and left arrow keys to move from one menu to another. Item Specific Help — This field Options List — This field appears on the left contains information about each option side of the system setup and the keys to use to change settings. window. The field is a scrollable list containing features that define the configuration of your computer.
book.book Page 145 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM 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: • Diskette Drive • Internal HDD • USB Storage Device • CD/DVD/CD-RW drive • Modular bay HDD NOTE: Only devices that are preceded by a number are bootable. 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.
book.book Page 146 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Cleaning Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. Computer, Keyboard, and Display CAUTION: Before you clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and remove any installed batteries. Clean your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain flammable substances.
book.book Page 147 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM CDs and DVDs NOTICE: Always use compressed air to clean the lens in the CD/DVD drive, and follow the instructions that come with the compressed-air product. Never touch the lens in the drive. 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.
book.book Page 148 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals Third-party software and peripherals include any peripheral, accessory, or software program sold by Dell not under the Dell brand (printers, scanners, cameras, games, and so on). Support for all third-party software and peripherals is provided by the original manufacturer of the product. FCC Notice (U.S.
book.book Page 149 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with the FCC regulations: Product name: Dell™ Latitude™ 131L Model number: PP23LB Company name: Dell Inc.
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book.book Page 151 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Glossary Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your particular computer. All-Terrain Grade — Dell™ ATG™ refers to the All-Terrain Grade computer designed by Dell to provide increased protection in demanding environments. B A AC — alternating current — The form of electricity that powers your computer when you plug the AC adapter power cable in to an electrical outlet.
book.book Page 152 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM bootable CD — A CD 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. Your Drivers and Utilities or ResourceCD is a bootable CD. 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.
book.book Page 153 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM D DDR SDRAM — double-data-rate SDRAM — A type of SDRAM that doubles the data burst cycle, improving system performance. DDR2 SDRAM — double-data-rate 2 SDRAM — A type of DDR SDRAM that uses a 4-bit prefetch and other architectural changes to boost memory speed to over 400 MHz. device — Hardware such as a disk drive, printer, or keyboard that is installed in or connected to your computer. device driver — See driver. DIMM — Dual Inline Memory Module.
book.book Page 154 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM EIDE — enhanced integrated device electronics — An improved version of the IDE interface for hard drives and CD drives. EMI — electromagnetic interference — Electrical interference caused by electromagnetic radiation. ® ENERGY STAR — Environmental Protection Agency requirements that decrease the overall consumption of electricity. EPP — enhanced parallel port — A parallel connector design that provides bidirectional data transmission.
book.book Page 155 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM H hard drive — A drive that reads and writes data on a hard disk. The terms hard drive and hard disk are often used interchangeably. heat sink — A metal plate on some processors that helps dissipate heat. help file — A file that contains descriptive or instructional information about a product. Some help files are associated with a particular program, such as Help in Microsoft Word. Other help files function as standalone reference sources.
book.book Page 156 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM kHz — kilohertz — A measurement of frequency that equals 1000 Hz. memory address — A specific location where data is temporarily stored in RAM. L memory mapping — The process by which the computer assigns memory addresses to physical locations at start-up. Devices and software can then identify information that the processor can access. LAN — local area network — A computer network covering a small area.
book.book Page 157 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM NIC — See network adapter. notification area — The section of the Windows taskbar that contains icons for providing quick access to programs and computer functions, such as the clock, volume control, and print status. Also referred to as system tray. ns — nanosecond — A measure of time that equals one billionth of a second.
book.book Page 158 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM PXE — pre-boot execution environment — A WfM (Wired for Management) standard that allows networked computers that do not have an operating system to be configured and started remotely. ROM — read-only memory — Memory that stores data and programs that cannot be deleted or written to by the computer. ROM, unlike RAM, retains its contents after you shut down your computer. Some programs essential to the operation of your computer reside in ROM.
book.book Page 159 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM shortcut, the original file is not affected. Also, you can rename a shortcut icon. S-video TV-out — A connector used to attach a TV or digital audio device to the computer. shutdown — The process of closing windows and exiting programs, exiting the operating system, and turning off your computer. You can lose data if you turn off your computer before completing a shutdown.
book.book Page 160 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM suppression and may also provide voltage regulation. Small UPS systems provide battery power for a few minutes to enable you to shut down your computer. USB — universal serial bus — A hardware interface for a low-speed device such as a USB-compatible keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, set of speakers, printer, broadband devices (DSL and cable modems), imaging devices, or storage devices.
book.book Page 161 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM X XGA — extended graphics array — A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to 1024 x 768. Z ZIF — zero insertion force — A type of socket or connector that allows a computer chip to be installed or removed with no stress applied to either the chip or its socket. Zip — A popular data compression format. Files that have been compressed with the Zip format are called Zip files and usually have a filename extension of .
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book.book Page 163 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Index Numerics C 3-in-1 media memory card reader, 53 CardBus technology ExpressCards, 51 media memory cards, 53 A audio connectors, 22 audio.
book.book Page 164 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 7:31 AM Index error messages, 68 Help and Support Center, 13 display.
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