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Dell™ Latitude™ D830 User's Guide
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display latch — Keeps the display closed.
display — For more information about your display, see Using the Display.
power button — Press the power button to turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see Power Management Modes).
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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 is connected to an electrical outlet, the 
light operates as follows:
If the computer is running on a battery, the 
light operates as follows:
speaker — To adjust the volume of the integrated speaker, press the volume control buttons or mute button.
keyboard — The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Windows logo key. For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see Numeric Keypad.
touch pad — Provides the functionality of a mouse. See Touch Pad for more information.
touch pad/track stick buttons — Provide the functionality of a mouse. See Touch Pad for more information.
track stick —
Provides the functionality of a mouse (see Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick).
fingerprint reader (optional) —
Helps to keep your Dell™ computer secure. When you slide your finger over the reader, it uses your unique fingerprint to authenticate your user identity. For information on how to activate and use the security management software that controls the fingerprint reader, see Securing Your Computer.
The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:
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Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. |
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Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled. |
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Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. |
volume control buttons — Press these buttons to adjust the speaker volume.
mute button — Press this button to turn off the speakers.
ambient light sensor —
Helps to control display brightness. For more information, see Using the Ambient Light Sensor.
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security cable slot — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see Security Cable Lock.
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NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the security cable slot. |
air vents — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
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CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your Dell™ 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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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. |
IEEE 1394 connector — Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such as some digital video cameras.
Attach headphones to the |
Attach a microphone to the |
ExpressCard slot — Supports 34- and 54-mm PCI ExpressCards or USB-based ExpressCards (see Using Cards).
wireless switch — Turns on/off wireless devices such as WiFi and internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology and scans for WiFi networks. For more information about scanning for wireless networks, see Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator.
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NOTE: The wireless switch does not detect Mobile Broadband networks or networks that use internal cards with Bluetooth technology. |
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"off" | Disables wireless devices. |
"on" | Enables wireless devices. |
"momentary" | Scans for WiFi networks. See Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator for more information. |
Wi-Fi Catcher™ light — The light operates as follows:
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NOTE: The Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator light appears only when the computer is turned off and wireless networking is activated in the system setup program. While working in Microsoft Windows operating systems, the light is designed not to appear. |
PC Card slot — Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. The computer ships with a blank installed in the slot to prevent dust particles from entering the computer. For more information, see Using Cards.
smart card slot — Supports one smart card (see Smart Cards).
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media bay — Supports a floppy drive, optical drives, a second battery, or a second hard drive (see Media Bay).
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| Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. |
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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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network connector (RJ-45)
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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. |
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| 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 (see Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable). |
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| Connects your computer to a TV. Also connects digital audio-capable devices using the TV/digital audio adapter cable. |
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| Connects USB 2.0 compliant devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. Can also be used for peripherals that require more than 5 V of power. |
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| Connects the telephone line to the modem connector (if you ordered the optional internal modem). For information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer (see Finding Information). |
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| Connects serial devices, such as a mouse or handheld device. |
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| Connects video devices, such as a monitor. |
AC adapter connector — Connects 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.
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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. |
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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. When you wrap the AC adapter cable, ensure that you follow the angle of the connector on the AC adapter 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.
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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. |
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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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battery-bay latch release — Releases the battery. See Replacing the Battery for instructions.
battery — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see Using a Battery).
memory module cover — Covers the compartment that contains the second memory module (see Memory).
docking-device connector — Lets you attach your computer to the Media Base or other docking device. See the Dell documentation that came with your docking device for more information.
fan air vents — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the fan air vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
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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. |
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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. |
hard drive — Stores software and data.
connector. 
connector.