camera indicator —
Indicates that the camera is on. Based on configuration selections you made when ordering your computer, your computer may not include a camera.
camera —
Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat. Based on configuration selections you made when ordering your computer, your computer may not include a camera.
display —
For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 39.
power button —
Press the power button to turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 50).
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn off your computer by performing a Microsoft® Windows® operating system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button.
If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely (may take several seconds).
media control buttons —
Control CD, DVD, and Media Player playback.
Mute the sound
Play the previous track
Turn the volume down
Play the next track
Turn the volume up
Stop
Play or pause
keyboard —
For more information about the keyboard, see "Using the Keyboard and Touchpad" on page 41.
touch pad —
Provides the functionality of a mouse (see "Touch Pad" on page 43).
8-in-1 media card reader —
Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on a media memory card. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. The 8-in-1 memory card reader reads the following digital media memory cards:
Secure Digital (SD) memory card
Secure Digital Input Output (SDIO) card
MultiMediaCard (MMC)
Memory Stick
Memory Stick PRO
xD-Picture Card
Hi Speed-SD
Hi Density-SD
analog microphone —
Integrated single microphone for conferencing and chat.
Use these buttons much like the buttons on a mouse when you use the touch pad to move the cursor on the display (see "Touch Pad" on page 43).
device status lights
The lights located on the palm rest towards the front of the computer indicate the following:
Power light – Turns on when you turn on the computer, and blinks when the computer is in a power management mode.
Hard drive activity light – 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.
Battery status light – Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status.
WiFi status light – Turns on when wireless networking is enabled. To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see wireless switch).
Bluetooth® status light – Turns on when a card with Bluetooth wireless technology is enabled.
NOTE: The card with Bluetooth wireless technology is an optional feature. The
light turns on only if you ordered the card with your computer. For more information, see the documentation that came with your card.
To turn off only the Bluetooth wireless technology functionality, right-click the
icon in the notification area, and then click Disable Bluetooth Radio.
To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on page 24).
If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the
light operates as follows:
Solid blue: The battery is charging.
Flashing blue: The battery is almost fully charged.
Off: The battery is adequately charged.
If the computer is running on a battery, the
light operates as follows:
Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off).
Flashing orange: The battery charge is low.
Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low.
Dell MediaDirect™ button —
Press the Dell MediaDirect button to launch Dell MediaDirect (see "Using Dell MediaDirect™" on page 62).
keyboard status lights
The blue lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:
Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled.
Turns on when the uppercase letter (caps lock) function is enabled.
Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled.
digital array microphones —
Built-in microphone for conferencing and chat.
NOTE: Digital array microphones are optional and may not be present in your computer unless you have ordered for the optional camera. Instead, your computer will have an integrated single analog microphone.
Left Side View
1
security cable slot
2
AC power adapter
3
USB connectors (2)
4
video connector (VGA)
5
network connector (RJ-45)
6
modem connector (RJ-11)
7
HDMI connector
8
IEEE 1394a connector
9
hard drive
security cable slot —
Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer (see Security Cable Lock).
AC adapter connector —
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 on or off.
CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.
NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly, but gently to help prevent damage to the cable.
NOTE: Plug the power cord and the adapter firmly in, and ensure that the green LED is on.
USB connectors
Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.
video connector
Connects video devices, such as a monitor.
network connector (RJ-45)
Connects the computer to a network. The two lights next to the connector indicate status and activity for wired network connections.
For information on using the network adapter, see the device user's guide supplied with your computer.
modem connector (RJ-11)
Connect the telephone line to the modem connector.
For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer.
HDMI Connector —
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector carries an uncompressed all digital signal to produce hi-definition video and audio.
IEEE 1394 connector —
Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394a high-speed transfer rates, such as some digital video cameras.
Hard Drive —
Stores software and data.
Right Side View
1
wireless switch
2
Wi-Fi Catcher light
3
ExpressCard slot
4
optical drive
5
eject button
6
S-video TV-out connector
7
USB connectors (2)
wireless switch —
When enabled through Dell QuickSet, this switch can scan for a wireless local area network (WLAN) in your vicinity. You can also use it to rapidly turn off or on any wireless devices such as WLAN cards and internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology (see Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator).
ExpressCard slot —
Supports one ExpressCard. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more information, see "Using Cards" on page 85.
optical drive —
For more information about the optical drive, see "Using Multimedia" on page 55.
eject button —
Press the eject button to open the optical drive.
S-video TV-out connector
Connects your computer to a TV. Also connects digital audio-capable devices using the TV/digital audio adapter cable.
USB connectors
Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.
NOTE: Your computer may have one or two USB connectors depending on what you ordered.
Back View
1
battery
2
air vents
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.
air vents —
The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. The computer turns the fan on when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.
Bottom View
1
battery
2
battery release latch
3
processor/memory module/mini-card compartment
4
hard drive
5
optical drive
battery —
When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see Using a Battery).
connector
connector
light turns on only if you ordered the card with your computer. For more information, see the documentation that came with your card.
icon in the notification area, and then click 
light operates as follows:
light operates as follows:
