display —
For more information about your display, see Using the Display.
device status lights
Turns on when you turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is in Standby 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.
If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the
light operates as follows:
Solid green: The battery is charging.
Flashing green: The battery is almost fully 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.
keyboard —
The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Windows logo key. For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see Key Combinations.
touch pad —
Provides the functionality of a mouse. See Touch Pad for more information.
display latch —
Keeps the display closed.
speakers —
To adjust the volume of the integrated speakers, press the volume-control keyboard shortcuts. For more information, see Adjusting the Volume.
touch pad buttons —
Provide the functionality of a mouse. See Touch Pad for more information.
keyboard status lights
The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:
Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled.
Turns on when wireless devices are enabled.
Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled.
Turns on when Bluetooth® wireless technology is enabled. To enable or disable Bluetoothwireless technology or other wireless devices, press <Fn><F2>.
NOTE: Bluetooth wireless technology is an optional feature on your computer, so the icon turns on only if Bluetooth wireless technology is installed on your computer.
For more information, see the documentation that came with your Bluetooth wireless technology.
Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled.
power button —
Press the power button to turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see Power Management Modes).
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 (which may take several seconds).
Left View
1
security cable slot
2
IEEE 1394 connector
3
PC Card/ExpressCard slot
4
infrared sensor
5
audio connectors (2)
6
hard drive
NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fans or the computer.
security cable slot —
Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device.
NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the security cable slot.
IEEE 1394 Connector —
Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such as some digital video cameras.
PC Card/ExpressCard slot —
Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter, or an ExpressCard in an adapter. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more information, see Installing a PC Card or ExpressCard.
infrared sensor — Lets you transfer files from your computer to another infrared-compatible device without using cable connections.
When you receive your computer, the sensor is disabled. You can use the system setup program (see System Setup Program) to enable the sensor. For information on transferring data, see Windows Help, the Help and Support Center, or the documentation that came with your infrared-compatible device. For information on accessing the Help and Support Center, see Windows Help and Support Center.
audio connectors
Attach headphones or speakers to the
connector.
Attach a microphone to the
connector.
hard drive —
Stores software and data.
Right View
1
media bay
2
device latch release
3
USB connectors (2)
media bay —
You can install devices such as an optical drive, second battery, or a Dell TravelLite™ module in the media bay. For more information, see Media Bay.
device latch release —
Releases the media bay device. See Media Bay for instructions.
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 floppy drive cable.
Back View
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.
1
USB connectors (2)
2
modem connector (RJ-11)
3
network connector (RJ-45)
4
S-video TV-out connector
5
serial connector
6
video connector
7
AC adapter connector
8
air vents
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 floppy drive cable.
modem connector (RJ-11)
If you ordered the optional internal modem, connect the telephone line to the modem connector.
For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer. See Finding Information for information about accessing online user's guides.
network connector (RJ-45)
NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid damaging the computer, do not plug a telephone line into the network connector.
Connects the computer to a network. The two lights next to the connector indicate the status of both the connection and the transfer of information for wired network communications.
For information on using the network adapter, see the device user's guide supplied with your computer. See Finding Information.
Connects serial devices, such as a mouse or handheld device.
video connector
Connects an external monitor. For more information, see Using the Display.
AC adapter connector —
Attach an AC adapter to the computer.
The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on or off.
CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.
NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable.
air vents —
The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.
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.
memory module/modem/WLAN Mini-Card/coin-cell battery cover —
Covers the compartment that contains one memory module, the modem, the WLAN Mini-Card, and the coin-cell battery. For additional information, see Adding and Replacing Parts.
battery-bay latch release —
Releases the battery. See Using a Battery for instructions.
battery charge gauge —
Provides information on the battery charge. For more information, see Using a Battery.
battery —
When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. For more information, see Using a Battery.
docking device slot —
Lets you attach your computer to a docking device. See the documentation that came with your docking device for additional information.
NOTICE: Your computer features Undock & Go™ technology that allows you to undock your computer without going into standby mode. Because the computer may not automatically go into standby mode when it is undocked, be sure the settings in the Power Options control panel do not prohibit the computer from going into standby mode. If you change the Power Options control panel to prohibit the computer from going into standby mode, you greatly increase the chances of causing your battery to wear down quickly or causing your computer to overheat.
air vents —
The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.
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.
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