Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Finding Information About Your Computer Using Microsoft® Windows® XP Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Dell™ QuickSet Features Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using the Display Using a Battery Power Management Travelling with Your Computer Passwords Solving Problems Using the Dell Diagnostics Cleaning Your Computer Drivers Using the System Setup Program Restoring Your Operating System Getting Help Contacting Dell Specifications Appendix Glossary Notes, Notices, a
About Your Computer Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Front View Left View Right View Back View Bottom View Front View 1 display 2 keyboard 3 touch pad 4 touch pad buttons (2) 5 device and keyboard status lights 6 Secure Digital memory slot device status lights Turns on when the computer reads or writes data. NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while the Downloaded from LpManual.com Manuals light is flashing.
Turns on when Bluetooth® wireless technology is enabled. To enable or disable Bluetooth wireless technology, press . Indicates battery charge status. Turns on when you turn on the computer or blinks steadily when the computer is in standby mode. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the ¡ ¡ Solid green: The battery is charging. Flashing green: The battery is almost fully charged.
1 AC adapter connector 2 video connector 3 powered USB connector 4 1394 connector 5 audio connectors AC adapter connector — Connects the AC adapter so that you can run the computer on AC power instead of battery power. 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.
Attach headphones or speakers to the Attach a microphone to the connector. connector. Right View 1 CompactFlash card slot 2 USB connector 3 network connector 4 modem connector 5 power button CompactFlash card slot — The CompactFlash card slot supports one CompactFlash card. Use CompactFlash cards to save or back up data. USB 2.0 connector Connects USB 2.0 compliant devices that require power from the USB port.
power button — Press the power button to turn on the computer or to enter or exit a power management mode. NOTICE: To avoid losing data, use the operating system to shut down your computer instead of pressing the power button. Back View 1 security cable slot security cable slot — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device.
battery-bay latch releases — Release the battery. battery charge gauge — Provides information on the battery charge. See "Checking the Battery Charge." battery/battery bay — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. See "Using a Battery." speaker — To adjust the volume of the integrated speaker, press the volume control buttons or volume control keyboard shortcuts. For more information, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad.
Appendix Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Macrovision Product Notice FCC Notices (U.S. Only) Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. FCC Notices (U.S.
Using a Battery Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Charging the Battery Removing a Battery Installing a Battery Storing a Battery Battery Performance CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with the battery installed at all times.
Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter, double-click the about the Power Meter tab, see "Power Management." If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon on the taskbar. For more information icon appears. Charge Gauge Before you insert a battery, press the status button on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the charge-level lights.
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. Downloaded from LpManual.
Cleaning Your Computer Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Computer, Keyboard, and Display Touch Pad 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.
Back to Contents Page Contacting Dell Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide To contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites: l www.dell.com l support.dell.com (technical support) l premiersupport.dell.com (technical support for educational, government, healthcare, and medium/large business customers, including Premier, Platinum, and Gold customers) For specific web addresses for your country, find the appropriate country section in the table below.
Belgium (Brussels) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 32 City Code: 2 support.euro.dell.com/be/fr/emaildell/ Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only 02 481 92 96 Technical Support for all other Dell computers 02 481 92 88 Technical Support Fax 02 481 92 95 Customer Care 02 713 15 .65 Corporate Sales 02 481 91 00 Fax 02 481 92 99 Switchboard 02 481 91 00 Bermuda General Support 1-800-342-0671 Bolivia General Support toll-free: 800-10-0238 Brazil Website: www.dell.
Colombia General Support 980-9-15-3978 Costa Rica General Support 0800-012-0435 Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: czech_dell@dell.com Czech Republic (Prague) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 420 Technical Support 22537 2727 Customer Care 22537 2707 Fax 22537 2714 Tech Fax 22537 2728 Switchboard 22537 2711 Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.
Gold Service Technical Support 00800-44 14 00 83 International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 30 Switchboard 2108129810 Gold Service Switchboard 2108129811 Sales 2108129800 Fax 2108129812 Grenada General Support toll-free: 1-866-540-3355 Guatemala General Support 1-800-999-0136 Guyana General Support toll-free: 1-877-270-4609 Website: support.ap.dell.com Technical Support E-mail: apsupport@dell.
Faxbox Service 044-556-3490 24-Hour Automated Order Service 044-556-3801 Customer Care 044-556-4240 Business Sales Division (up to 400 employees) 044-556-1465 Preferred Accounts Division Sales (over 400 employees) 044-556-3433 Large Corporate Accounts Sales (over 3500 employees) 044-556-3430 Public Sales (government agencies, educational institutions, and medical institutions) 044-556-1469 Global Segment Japan 044-556-3469 Individual User 044-556-1760 Country Code: 81 City Code: 44 Switch
Country Code: 31 City Code: 20 Home/Small Business Sales 020 674 55 00 Relational Sales 020 674 50 00 Home/Small Business Sales Fax 020 674 47 75 Relational Sales Fax 020 674 47 50 Switchboard 020 674 50 00 Switchboard Fax 020 674 47 50 E-mail (New Zealand): nz_tech_support@dell.com E-mail (Australia): au_tech_support@dell.
International Access Code: Gold Queue 011 709 7713 Technical Support 011 709 7710 Customer Care 011 709 7707 Sales 011 709 7700 Fax 011 706 0495 Switchboard 011 709 7700 Customer Technical Support, Customer Service, and Sales (Penang, Malaysia) 604 633 4810 09/091 Country Code: 27 City Code: 11 Southeast Asian and Pacific Countries Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.
International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 44 City Code: 1344 Global Accounts Customer Care 01344 373 186 Home and Small Business Customer Care 0870 906 0010 Corporate Customer Care 01344 373 185 Preferred Accounts (500–5000 employees) Customer Care 0870 906 0010 Central Government Customer Care 01344 373 193 Local Government & Education Customer Care 01344 373 199 Health Customer Care 01344 373 194 Home and Small Business Sales 0870 907 4000 Corporate/Public Sector Sales 01344 860 456 H
Using the Dell Diagnostics Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD Dell Diagnostics Main Menu When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Solving Problems" and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.
4. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive and press . 5. Select the CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive option from the CD boot menu. 6. Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the menu that appears. 7. Type 1 to start the ResourceCD menu. 8. Type 2 to start the Dell Diagnostics. 9. Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer. 10.
Using the Display Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution Dual Independent Display Mode Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays Adjusting Brightness When the 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. The Dell QuickSet Brightness Meter shows the current brightness setting for the display.
Dual Independent Display Mode You can attach an external monitor or projector to your computer and use it as an extension of your display (known as "dual independent display" or "extended desktop" mode). This mode allows you to use both screens independently and drag objects from one screen to the other, effectively doubling the amount of viewable work space. Microsoft Windows XP 1. Connect the external monitor, TV, or projector to the computer. 2. Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes. 3.
Drivers Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide What Is a Driver? Identifying Drivers What Is a Driver? A driver is a program that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard. All devices require a driver program. A driver acts like a translator between the device and any other programs that use the device. Each device has its own set of specialized commands that only its driver recognizes.
5. Click Device Manager. 6. Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 7. Click the Drivers tab. 8. Click Roll Back Driver. If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to return your computer to the operating state that existed before you installed the new driver.
Finding Information Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide NOTE: Some features may not be available for your computer or in certain countries. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. What Are You Looking For? l l l l l A diagnostic program for my computer Drivers for my computer My computer documentation My device documentation Notebook System Software (NSS) Find It Here Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as ResourceCD) Documentation and drivers are already installed on your computer.
l l Service Tag and Express Service Code Microsoft Windows License Label Service Tag and Microsoft Windows License These labels are located on the bottom of your computer.
Getting Help Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Technical Assistance Problems With Your Order Product Information Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You Call 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. Run the Using the Dell Diagnostics. 3.
support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) l Electronic Quote Service sales@dell.com apmarketing@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) sales_canada@dell.com (Canada only) l Electronic Information Service info@dell.com AutoTech Service Dell's automated technical support service—AutoTech—provides recorded answers to the questions most frequently asked by Dell customers about their portable and desktop computers.
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. The code helps Dell's automated-support telephone system direct your call more efficiently. Remember to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist. If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for technical assistance and call from a telephone at or near the computer.
Glossary A B C D E F G H I K L M N O P R S T U V W X Z 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 in to an electrical outlet.
CD drive — A drive that uses optical technology to read data from CDs. CD player — The software used to play music CDs. The CD player displays a window with buttons that you use to play a CD. CD-R — CD recordable — A recordable version of a CD. Data can be recorded only once onto a CD-R. Once recorded, the data cannot be erased or written over. CD-RW — CD rewritable — A rewritable version of a CD. Data can be written to a CD-RW disc, and then erased and written over (rewritten).
E ECC — error checking and correction — A type of memory that includes special circuitry for testing the accuracy of data as it passes in and out of memory. ECP — extended capabilities port — A parallel connector design that provides improved bidirectional data transmission. Similar to EPP, ECP uses direct memory access to transfer data and often improves performance. EIDE — enhanced integrated device electronics — An improved version of the IDE interface for hard drives and CD drives.
HTML — hypertext markup language — A set of codes inserted into an Internet web page intended for display on an Internet browser. 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).
memory address — A specific location where data is temporarily stored in RAM. 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. memory module — A small circuit board containing memory chips, which connects to the system board. MHz — megahertz — A measure of frequency that equals 1 million cycles per second.
PS/2 — personal system/2 — A type of connector for attaching a PS/2-compatible keyboard, mouse, or keypad. 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. R RAID — redundant array of independent disks — A method of providing data redundancy. Some common implementations of RAID include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, and RAID 50.
The number of colors and resolution that a program displays depends on the capabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers, and the amount of video memory installed in the computer. S-video TV-out — A connector used to attach a TV or digital audio device to the computer. SXGA — super-extended graphics array — A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024.
wallpaper — The background pattern or picture on the Windows desktop. Change your wallpaper through the Windows Control Panel. You can also scan in your favorite picture and make it wallpaper. write-protected — Files or media that cannot be changed. Use write-protection when you want to protect data from being changed or destroyed. To writeprotect a 3.5-inch floppy disk, slide its write-protect tab to the open position.
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Numeric Keypad Key Combinations 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, hold down and press the desired key. l To enable the keypad, press . The l To disable the keypad, press again.
Radios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth® Wireless Technology) Enables and disables radios, including wireless networking and Bluetooth wireless technology Power Management Activates a power management mode. You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to activate a different power management mode using the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window.
l To double-click an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button twice. Customizing the Touch Pad You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad or adjust their settings. 1. Open the Control Panel, and then click Mouse. 2. In the Mouse Properties window: 3. l Click the Device Settings tab, and then click Disable to disable the touch pad. l Click the Pointers tab to adjust touch pad settings.
Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide 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 the Glossary.
Passwords Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide About Passwords Using a Primary Password Using an Administrator Password Using a Hard Drive Password Assigning an Asset Tag Enabling Trusted Platform Module (TPM) About Passwords NOTE: Passwords are disabled when you receive your computer. A primary password, an administrator password, and a hard drive password all prevent unauthorized access to your computer in different ways.
The administrator password can be used instead of the primary password. Whenever you are prompted to enter the primary password, you can enter the administrator password. NOTICE: If you disable the administrator password, the primary password is also disabled. 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.
NOTE: An asset tag can have up to 10 characters; any combination of characters excluding spaces is valid. 7. When the computer prompts you to verify the asset tag, type y. The computer displays the new or modified asset tag and the Service Tag. 8. Restart your computer to exit the Asset Tag utility. Viewing Existing Asset and Service Tags 1. Boot the computer using the bootable floppy disk you created in "Assigning an Asset Tag." 2. Type asset and press . Deleting an Asset Tag 1.
/d Deletes the asset tag /o owner tag Specifies a new owner tag /o /d Deletes the owner tag /? Displays the Asset Tag utility help screen Enabling Trusted Platform Module (TPM) The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a hardware based security feature that can be used to create and manage computer generated encryption keys. When combined with security software, the TPM enhances existing network and computer security by enabling features such as file protection capabilities and protected e-mail.
Power Management Dell™ Latitude™ X1 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.
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, the Network Disabled power scheme disables only your wireless activity. You must set the power scheme through QuickSet (not Microsoft® Windows®) for the Network Disabled power scheme to work. The screen allows you to select, create, and edit power scheme settings.
¡ 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. You cannot make the computer exit standby mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad. 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 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. Hibernate Tab The Hibernate tab lets you enable hibernate mode by clicking the Enable hibernate support check box. Downloaded from LpManual.
Dell™ QuickSet Features Dell™ Latitude™ X1 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. l Adjust the size of icons and toolbars.
Restoring Your Operating System Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP Using Microsoft® Windows® XP System Restore The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides System Restore to allow you to return your computer to an earlier operating state (without affecting data files) if changes to the hardware, software, or other system settings have left the computer in an undesirable operating state.
If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk space available, System Restore is automatically disabled. To see if System Restore is enabled: 1. Click the Start button and click Control Panel. 2. Click Performance and Maintenance. 3. Click System. 4. Click the System Restore tab. 5. Ensure that Turn off System Restore is unchecked. Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XP NOTICE: You must use Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) or later when you reinstall Windows XP.
1. When the Windows XP Setup screen appears, press . 2. Read the information on the Microsoft Windows Licensing Agreement screen, and press to accept the license agreement. 3. If your computer already has Windows XP installed and you want to recover your current Windows XP data, type r to select the repair option, and remove the CD. 4. If you want to install a new copy of Windows XP, press to select that option. 5.
Using the System Setup Program Dell™ Latitude™ X1 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 system setup, thus overriding options that you set through system setup. (An exception is the External Hot Key option, which you can disable or enable only through system setup.
l Internal HDD 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. To control the boot devices, select (highlight) a device by pressing the down-arrow or up-arrow key, and then enable or disable the device or change its order in the list. l l To enable or disable a device, highlight the item and press the space bar.
Solving Problems Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Drive Problems CompactFlash Card Problems E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems Power Problems Error Messages Printer Problems IEEE 1394 Device Problems Scanner Problems Keyboard Problems Sound and Speaker Problems Lockups and Software Problems Touch Pad or Mouse Problems Memory Problems Video and Display Problems Network Problems Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in th
Allow the computer to cool before turning it on — A hot hard drive may prevent the operating system from starting. Try allowing the computer to return to room temperature before turning it on. Run Check Disk — 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Click the Start button and click My Computer. Right-click Local Disk C:. Click Properties. Click the Tools tab. Under Error-checking, click Check Now. Click Scan for and attempt recovery of bad sectors. Click Start.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. If the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. Auxiliary device failure — The touch pad or external mouse may be faulty. For an external mouse, check the cable connection. Enable the Pointing Device option in the system setup program. If the problem persists, contact Dell.
Keyboard data line failure — For external keyboards, check the cable connection. Run the Keyboard Controller test as described in "Using the Dell Diagnostics." Keyboard stuck key failure — For external keyboards or keypads, check the cable connection. Restart the computer, and avoid touching the keyboard or keys during the boot routine. Run the Stuck Key test as described in "Using the Dell Diagnostics.
Time-of-day not set-please run the System Setup program — The time or date stored in the system setup program does not match the system clock. Correct the settings for the Date and Time options. See "Using the System Setup Program." Timer chip counter 2 failed — A chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. Run the System Set tests as described in "Using the Dell Diagnostics." Unexpected interrupt in protected mode — The keyboard controller may be malfunctioning, or a memory module may be loose.
To verify that the problem is with the external keyboard, check the integrated keyboard — 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Shut down the computer. Disconnect the external keyboard. Turn on the computer. From the Windows desktop, click the Start button, point to Programs, point to Accessories, and click Notepad. Type some characters on the external keyboard and verify that they appear on the display. If the characters appear now but did not with the external keyboard, you may have a defective external keyboard.
2. 3. In the welcome screen, click Next. Follow the instructions on the screen. A solid blue screen appears Turn the computer off — If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your computer.
computer and the network jack. Check the network lights on the network connector — No light indicates that no network communication exists. Replace the network cable. Restart the computer and log on to the network again Check your network settings — Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to verify that your network settings are correct and that the network is functioning.
Adjust the power properties — See "Power Management." Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer Your computer is designed to use the 50-W AC adapter; for optimum system performance, you should always use this adapter. You can also use the 65-W and 90-W AC adapters used in other Dell™ portable computers. Printer Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.
Verify that the scanner is recognized by Microsoft Windows — 1. 2. Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. Click Scanners and Cameras. If your scanner is listed, Windows recognizes the scanner. Reinstall the scanner driver — See the scanner documentation for instructions. Sound and Speaker Problems Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist as you complete these checks.
Touch Pad or Mouse Problems Check the touch pad settings — 1. 2. 3. Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware. Click Mouse. Try adjusting the settings. Check the mouse cable — Shut down the computer. Disconnect the mouse cable, check it for damage, and firmly reconnect the cable. If you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it and connect the mouse directly to the computer. To verify that the problem is with the mouse, check the touch pad — 1. 2. 3.
Adjust the brightness — Press and the up- or down-arrow. Move the external subwoofer away from the computer or monitor — If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. Eliminate possible interference — Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. Rotate the computer to face a different direction — Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality.
Specifications Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Microprocessor Microprocessor types Intel® Pentium® M L1 cache 32 KB (internal) L2 cache 2,048 KB External bus frequency 400 MHz System Information System chip set Intel 915GMS Data bus width 64 bits DRAM bus width 64 bits Microprocessor address bus width 32 bits Flash EPROM 8 MB Graphics bus Intel UMA integrated graphics architecture PCI bus 33 MHz Memory Architecture DDR2 Memory module connector one user-accessible SODIMM socket Mem
Core frequency 133 MHz Video controller Intel 915GMS graphics Video memory: System memory, 128 MB System memory, 256+ MB LCD interface Maximum memory allocation support based on total system memory WXGA Audio Audio type Sigmatel 9751 Intel AC'97 Stereo conversion 18-bit (stereo analog-to-digital) and 20-bit (stereo digital-to-analog) Interfaces: Internal AC'97 External microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/speakers connector Speaker 1.
Dimensions: Height 21 mm (0.83 inch) (27-WHr battery) 21 mm (0.83 inch) (53-WHr battery) Width 204 mm (8.03 inches) (27-WHr battery) 204 mm (8.03 inches) (53-WHr battery) Depth 33.5 mm (1.32 inches) (27-WHr battery) 52.2 mm (2.06 inches) (53-WHr battery) Weight 165 g (0.36 lb) (27-WHr battery) 310 g (0.68 lb) (53-WHr battery) Voltage 11.
Storage 163 G Altitude (maximum): Operating –15.2 to 3,048 m (–50 to 10,000 ft) Storage –15.2 to 10,668 m (–50 to 35,000 ft) Downloaded from LpManual.
Travelling with Your Computer Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Identifying Your Computer Packing the Computer Travel Tips Identifying Your Computer l l 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. l Create a file on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop called if_found.
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen l Call a law enforcement agency to report the lost or stolen computer. Include the Service Tag in your description of the computer. Ask that a case number be assigned and write down the number, along with the name, address, and phone number of the law enforcement agency. If possible, obtain the name of the investigating officer. NOTE: If you know where the computer was lost or stolen, call a law enforcement agency in that area.
Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Dell™ Latitude™ X1 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 Microsoft® 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 password when prompted. NOTE: Network security settings are unique to your network. Dell cannot provide this information. NOTE: Your computer can take up to 1 minute to connect to the network.
Using Microsoft® Windows® XP Dell™ Latitude™ X1 User's Guide Help and Support Center Switching to Classic View Desktop Cleanup Wizard Transferring Information to a New Computer User Accounts and Fast User Switching Setting Up a Home and Office Network Internet Connection Firewall NOTE: Windows XP Home Edition and Windows XP Professional offer different features and appearances. Also, options available in Windows XP Professional vary depending on whether the computer is connected to a domain.
To turn off the Desktop Cleanup Wizard: 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.
2. On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Perform additional tasks. 3. Under What do you want to do?, click Transfer files and settings. 4. On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen, click Next. 5. On the Which computer is this? screen, click Old Computer and click Next. 6. On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer method you prefer. 7. On the What do you want to transfer? screen, select the items you want to transfer and click Next.
After the information has been copied, the Completing the Collection Phase screen appears. 8. Click Finish. To transfer data to the new computer: 1. On the Now go to your old computer screen on the new computer, click Next. 2. On the Where are the files and settings? screen, select the method you chose for transferring your settings and files and click Next. Follow the instructions on the screen. The wizard reads the collected files and settings and applies them to your new computer.
1. Click the Start button, point to All Programs® Accessories® Communications, and then click Network Setup Wizard. 2. On the welcome screen, click Next. 3. Click Checklist for creating a network. NOTE: Selecting the connection method This computer connects directly to the Internet enables the integrated firewall provided with Windows XP 4. Complete the checklist and required preparations, and return to the Network Setup Wizard. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen.