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Using the Module Bay

Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M50 User's Guide

  About the Module Bay

  Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off

  Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Running

  Using the CD or DVD Tray

  Adjusting the Volume

About the Module Bay

You can install devices such as a CD drive or DVD drive in the module bay.

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the docking connector, do not remove or replace devices while the computer is connected to a docking device.

Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off

1. If the computer is not already turned off, save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer.
   
   
2. If the computer is connected (docked) to a docking device, undock it.
   
   
3. Close the display and turn the computer over.
   
   
4. Slide and hold the latch release, and pull the device out of the bay.
   
   

NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a travel case when they are not installed in the computer. Store devices in a dry, safe place, and avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them.

Removing a Device From the Module Bay

NOTICE: Insert devices before you dock and turn on the computer.

5. Insert the new device into the bay, and push it until you hear a click.
   
   
6. Turn on the computer.
   
   

Swapping Devices While the Computer Is Running

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the docking connector, do not remove from or replace in the computer any devices other than PC Cards in the computer while the computer is connected to a docking device.

In Microsoft^® Windows^® XP

1. If you want to swap a device other than a PC Card and the computer is docked, undock it.
   
   
2. Double-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the taskbar.
   
   
3. Click the device you want to eject.
   
   
4. Keep the display open, and tilt the computer back so that you can access the bottom of the computer.
   
   
5. Slide and hold the latch release, and pull the device out of the bay.
   
   
6. Insert the new device into the bay, and push it until you hear a click.
   
   
7. If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer.
   
   

In Windows 2000

1. If you want to swap a device other than a PC Card and the computer is docked, undock it.
   
   
2. Double-click the Unplug or Eject Hardware icon on the taskbar.
   
   
3. Click the device you want to eject and then click Stop.
   
   
4. Click OK, and wait until the device you want to eject is cleared from the list of devices in the Unplug or Eject Hardware window.
   
   
5. Keep the display open, and tilt the computer back so that you can access the bottom of the computer.
   
   
6. Slide and hold the latch release, and pull the device out of the module bay.
   
   
7. Insert the new device into the bay, and push it until you hear a click.
   
   
8. When the Windows operating system recognizes the new device, click Close.
   
   

Using the CD or DVD Tray

NOTICE: Do not press down on the CD or DVD tray when opening or closing it. Keep the tray closed when you are not using the drive.

NOTICE: Do not move the computer when playing CDs or movies.

1. Press the eject button on the front of the drive.
   
   
2. Pull the tray out.
   
   
3. Place the disc, label side up, in the center of the tray.
   
   
4. Snap the disc onto the spindle.
   
   

5. Push the tray back into the drive.
   
   

You can watch a movie on your computer if it includes a DVD drive.

For more information on playing CDs or watching movies, click Help on the CD player or DVD player (if available).

Adjusting the Volume

NOTE: Ensure that the speakers are not muted, or you will not hear the audio track from your CD or DVD.

1. Click the Start button, point to Programs—> Accessories—> Entertainment (or Multimedia), and then click Volume Control.
   
   
2. In the Volume Control window, click and drag the bar in the Volume Control column and slide it up or down to increase or decrease the volume.
   
   

For more information on volume control options, click Help in the Volume Control window.

You can also adjust volume by pressing or .

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