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 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.
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 fans when the
computer gets hot. The
fans may make noise,
which is normal and does
not indicate a problem
with the fan or the
computer.
CAUTION: Do not push objects into the air vents or openings of your computer. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components.
Keyboard Status Lights
The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:
Keyboard — The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft® Windows® logo key
. For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad."
Track Stick — Use the track stick and track stick buttons as you would use a mouse. See "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" for more information.
Touch Pad — Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as you would use a mouse. See "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" for more information.
Battery Bay — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting it to an electrical outlet. See "Using a Battery."
Display Latch Button — Press this button to release the display latch and open the display.
Module Bay — You can install devices such as a CD drive, DVD drive, or the Dell TravelLite™ module. For more information, see "Using the Module Bay."
Touch Pad/Track Stick Buttons — Correspond to the left and right buttons on a standard mouse.
If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely (which may take several seconds).
Dell AccessDirect™ Button
Press this button to launch a frequently used program, such as your default Internet browser. You can reprogram the button to launch a program of your choice.
Security Cable Slot — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. Instructions for installing antitheft devices are usually included with the device.
NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the
security cable slot.
Speaker — Press the volume control buttons or volume control keyboard shortcuts to adjust the volume of the integrated speakers. For more information, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad."
Speaker — Press the volume control buttons or volume control keyboard shortcuts to adjust the volume of the integrated speakers. For more information, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad."
Security Cable Slot — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. Instructions for installing antitheft devices are usually included with the device.
NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the
security cable slot.
Hard Drive — Reads and writes data on a hard disk.
Infrared Sensor — The infrared sensor lets you transfer files from your computer to another infrared-compatible device without using cable connections.
When you receive your computer, the infrared sensor is disabled. You can use the system setup program to enable the infrared sensor. For information on transferring data, see Windows Help, the Windows Help and Support Center, or the documentation that came with your infrared-compatible device.
PC Card Slot — Has two connectors that support various types of PC Cards, including modems and network adapters. For more information, see"Using PC Cards."
IEEE 1394 Connector — Use this connector to attach devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such as some digital cameras and video cameras.
Audio Connectors
Attach a microphone to the
connector.
Attach headphones or speakers to the
connector.
Attach record/playback devices such as cassette players and CD players to the
connector.
AC Adapter Connector — Attach the 90-watt AC adapter to the computer.
NOTE: For best system
performance, use only the
90-watt AC adapter
supplied with 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 either turned on or off.
CAUTION: If you are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use caution when plugging the AC adapter's power cable into the power strip. Some power strips may allow you to insert the plug incorrectly. Incorrect insertion of the power plug could result in permanent damage to your computer, as well as risk of electric shock and/or fire. Ensure that the ground prong of the power plug is inserted into the mating ground contact of the power strip.
NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, grasp the
adapter cable connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid
damaging the cable.
PS/2 Connector
NOTE: You can use the
integrated keyboard and
an external keyboard at
the same time. When you
attach a keyboard or
numeric keypad, the
keypad is disabled.
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