The touch pad has silk screening on two sides to indicate scrolling capability in these scroll zones. Scrolling is enabled by default. To disable this feature, modify the mouse properties through the Control Panel. NOTE: The scroll zones may not work with all application programs. For the scroll zones to function properly, the application program must be able to use the touch-pad scroll feature.
Customizing the Touch Pad
You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad or adjust its settings. 1 Open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Mouse. For information about the Control Panel, see the Windows Help and Support Center. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13. 2 In the Mouse Properties window, click the Touch Pad tab to adjust touch pad settings. 3 Click OK to save the settings and close the window. 38

Using a Battery

Battery Performance
NOTE: For information about the Dell warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty document that shipped with your computer. For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell portable computer with the battery installed at all times. One battery is supplied as standard equipment in the battery bay. NOTE: Because the battery may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to connect your new computer to an electrical outlet the first time you use the computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is fully charged. To view battery charge status, access the Control Panel, click Power Options, and then click the Power Meter tab. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. Depending on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. Operating time is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following: Using optical drives Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, media memory cards, or USB devices Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs such as complex 3D graphics applications Running the computer in maximum performance mode (See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43.) NOTE: It is recommended that you connect your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to a CD or DVD. You can check the battery charge (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 40) before you insert the battery into the computer. You can also set power management options to alert you when the battery charge is low. See "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 43 for information about accessing QuickSet or the Power Options Properties window. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer.

component video-output connectors
4 Plug all three connectors from the other end of the component video cable into the component videoinput connectors on the TV. Make sure that the red, green, and blue colors of the cable match the colors of the TV input connectors. 5 Plug one end of the S/PDIF digital audio cable into the S/PDIF audio connector on the component video adapter.

COMMENT

Enabling S/PDIF Digital Audio
If your computer has a DVD drive, you can enable digital audio for DVD playback. 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click PowerDVD to launch the Cyberlink PowerDVD application. 2 Insert a DVD into the DVD drive. If the DVD begins playing, click the stop button. 3 Click the Settings option. 4 Click the DVD option. 5 Click the DVD Audio Setting icon. 6 Click the arrows beside the Speaker Configuration setting to scroll through the options, and select the SPDIF option. 7 Click the Back button once, and then click the Back button again to return to the main menu screen.
Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows Audio Driver
1 Double-click the speaker icon in the Windows notification area. 2 Click the Options menu and then click Advanced Controls. 3 Click Advanced. 4 Click S/PDIF Interface. 5 Click Close. 6 Click OK.
Setting Up the Cyberlink (CL) Headphones
NOTE: The CL headphone feature is available only if your computer has a DVD drive. If your computer has a DVD drive, you can enable digital audio for DVD playback. 1 Click Start, point to All Programs, and click PowerDVD to launch the Cyberlink PowerDVD program. 2 Insert a DVD into the DVD drive. If the DVD begins playing, click the stop button. 3 Click the Settings option. 4 Click the DVD option. 5 Click the DVD Audio Setting icon.
6 Click the arrows beside the Speaker Configuration setting to scroll through the options, and select the Headphones option. 7 Click the arrows beside the Audio listening mode setting to scroll through the options, and select the CL Headphone option. 8 Click the arrows beside the Dynamic range compression option to select the most suitable option. 9 Click the Back button once, and then click the Back button again to return to the main menu screen.
Enabling the Display Settings for a TV

ExpressCard

The computer recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy disk or CD that came with the ExpressCard.
Removing an ExpressCard or Blank
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: Use the ExpressCard configuration utility (click the icon in the taskbar) to select a card and stop it from functioning before you remove it from the computer. If you do not stop the card in the configuration utility, you could lose data. Press the latch and remove the card or blank. For some latches, you must press the latch twice: once to pop the latch out, and then a second time to pop the card out. Save a blank to use when no ExpressCard is installed in a slot. Blanks protect unused slots from dust and other particles.
release button 2 ExpressCard

Media Memory Cards

The 5-in-1 media memory card reader provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on a media memory card. NOTE: A media memory card is not a bootable device. The 5-in-1 media memory card reader reads the following media memory cards: Secure Digital (SD) card/SDIO MultiMediaCard (MMC) Memory Stick Memory Stick PRO xD-Picture Card
Installing a Media Memory Card
You can install a media memory card in the computer while the computer is running. The computer automatically detects the card.
Media memory cards are generally marked with a symbol (such as a triangle or an arrow) or a label to indicate which end to insert into the slot. The cards are keyed to prevent incorrect insertion. If card orientation is not clear, see the documentation that came with the card. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. To install a media memory card: 1 Hold the card with the top side of the card facing up. 2 Slide the card into the slot until the card is completely seated in its connector. If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. Check the card orientation and try again.
5-in-1 media memory card slot

media memory card

The computer recognizes the media memory card and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the CD that came with the media memory card, if applicable.
Removing a Media Memory Card
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: Use the media memory card configuration utility (click the icon in the taskbar) to select a card and stop it from functioning before you remove it from the computer. If you do not stop the card in the configuration utility, you could lose data. Press the card in to release it from the card reader so that it is partially ejected, and remove the card. 68

technical support will ask for your Service Tag.
3 If you run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the following table for more information.
Tab Results Errors Help Configuration Function Displays the results of the test and any error conditions encountered. Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description. Describes the test and may indicate requirements for running the test. Displays your hardware configuration for the selected device. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from the system setup program, memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the screen. The device list may not display the names of all the components installed on your computer or all devices attached to your computer. Parameters Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings.
4 When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities CD, remove the CD. 5 When the tests are completed, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen.

Dell Support Utility

The Dell Support Utility is installed on your computer and available from the Dell Support icon on the taskbar or from the Start button. Use this support utility for self-support information, software updates, and health scans of your computing environment.
Accessing the Dell Support Utility
Access the Dell Support Utility from the Dell Support icon on the taskbar or from the Start menu. If the Dell Support icon does not appear in your taskbar: 1 Click the Start button and point to Programs. 2 Click Dell Support and point to Dell Support Settings. 3 Ensure that the Show icon on the taskbar option is checked. NOTE: If the Dell Support Utility is not available from the Start menu, go to support.dell.com and download

the software.

The Dell Support Utility is customized for your computing environment. The Dell Support icon in the taskbar functions differently when you click, double-click, or right-click the icon.

communication exists. Replace the network cable.
RESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN C H E C K Y O U R N E T W O R K S E T T I N G S Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network to verify that your network settings are correct and that the network is functioning.
Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wide Area Network [WWAN])
NOTE: The Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility users guide and the Mobile Broadband ExpressCard users guide are available through the Windows Help and Support Center. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13. You can also download the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility users guide from support.dell.com.
NOTE: The icon will appear in the notification area if the computer has a Dell WWAN device installed. Double-click the icon to launch the utility.
A C T I V A T E T H E M O B I L E B R O A D B A N D E X P R E S S C A R D You must activate the Mobile Broadband ExpressCard before you can connect to the network. Position the mouse over the icon in the notification area to verify the status of the connection. If the card is not activated, follow the card activation instructions located within the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility. To access the utility, double-click the icon located in the taskbar, at the lower-right corner of your screen. If your ExpressCard is not a Dell-branded card, see the manufacturers instructions for your card. C H E C K N E T W O R K C O N N E C T I O N S T A T U S I N D E L L M O B I L E B R O A D B A N D C A R D U T I L I T Y Double-click the icon to launch the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility. Check the status in the main window:
No card detected Restart the computer, and launch the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Utility again. Check your WWAN service Contact your cellular service provider to verify your plan coverage and supported services.

Power Problems

C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T When the power light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. If the power light is blinking, the computer is in standby modepress the power button to exit standby mode. If the light is off, press the power button to turn on the computer.
NOTE: For information on standby mode, see "Power Management Modes" on page 41.
C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y The battery charge may be depleted.
1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. Depending on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer.

C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y If you are using a battery to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using the AC adapter, and turn on the computer. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another
C H E C K T H E A C A D A P T E R Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure

that the light is on.

C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on. A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I E S Search for the keyword standby in the Windows Help and Support Center. To access the Help and Support Center, see "Windows Help and Support Center" on page 13. S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I M A G E If your computer is attached to an external monitor, press <Fn><F8> to switch the video image to the display.
If the display is difficult to read
A D J U S T T H E B R I G H T N E S S Press <Fn> and the up- or down-arrow key. M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I T O R If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor. E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other
R O T A T E T H E C O M P U T E R T O F A C E A D I F F E R E N T D I R E C T I O N Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor

picture quality.

ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS
1 Click the Start button and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click the area you want to change or click the Display icon. 4 Try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolution.
S E E "E R R O R M E S S A G E S " If an error message appears, see page 85.
If only part of the display is readable
CONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR
1 Shut down your computer and connect an external monitor to the computer. 2 Turn on the computer and the monitor, and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. If the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may be defective. Contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell" on page 133.

What Is a Driver?

If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore (see "Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore" on page 103) to return your computer to the operating state that existed before you installed the new driver.
Using the Drivers and Utilities CD
NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not ship with your computer. If using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore does not resolve the problem, then reinstall the driver from the Drivers and Utilities CD. 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. In most cases, the CD starts running automatically. If it does not, start Windows Explorer, click your CD drive directory to display the CD contents, and then double-click the autorcd.exe file. The first time that you run the CD, it might prompt you to install setup files. Click OK, and follow the instructions on the screen to continue. 3 From the Language drop-down menu in the toolbar, select your preferred language for the driver or utility (if available). A welcome screen appears. 4 Click Next. The CD automatically scans your hardware to detect drivers and utilities used by your computer. 5 After the CD completes the hardware scan, you can also detect other drivers and utilities. Under Search Criteria, select the appropriate categories from the System Model, Operating System, and Topic drop-down menus. A link or links appear(s) for the specific drivers and utilities used by your computer. 6 Click the link of a specific driver or utility to display information about the driver or utility that you want to install. 7 Click the Install button (if present) to begin installing the driver or utility. At the welcome screen, follow the screen prompts to complete the installation. If no Install button is present, automatic installation is not an option. For installation instructions, either see the appropriate instructions in the following subsections, or click Extract, follow the extracting instructions, and then read the readme file. If instructed to navigate to the driver files, click the CD directory on the driver information window to display the files associated with that driver.
Manually Reinstalling Drivers
NOTE: If your computer has an infrared sensor and you are reinstalling an infrared sensor driver, you must first
enable the infrared sensor in the system setup program (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 163) before continuing with the driver installation. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 100. For information about components installed on your computer, see "Determining Your Computers Configuration" on page 15.

Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer). NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer. If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer, it is already installed. 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 109. 2 If you have not already removed the battery, do so now. Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay. 3 Open the card door and remove it from the computer. 4 Pull the card out of the compartment so that you can disconnect the card from its cable and remove it from the computer. 5 To replace the card, connect the card to the cable and then carefully insert it into the compartment. 6 Replace the card door by inserting the small center tab into the notch at the base of the compartment and snapping the card into place.

card door

card Adding and Replacing Parts

Dell QuickSet Features

NOTE: This feature may not be available on your computer. Dell QuickSet provides you with easy access to configure or view the following types of settings: Network connectivity Power management Display System information
Depending on what you want to do in Dell QuickSet, you can start it by either clicking, doubleclicking, or right-clicking the QuickSet icon, , in the Microsoft Windows taskbar. The taskbar is located in the lower-right corner of your screen. For more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon and select Help.
Traveling With Your Computer
Identifying Your Computer
Attach a name tag or business card to the computer. Write down your Service Tag and store it in a safe place away from the computer or carrying case Use the Service Tag if you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. Create a file on the Microsoft Windows desktop called if_found. Place information such as your name, address, and phone number in this file. Contact your credit card company and ask if it offers coded identification tags.

Packing the Computer

Remove any external devices attached to the computer and store them in a safe place. Remove any cables attached to installed PC Cards, and remove any extended PC Cards. See "Using Cards" on page 65. To make the computer as light as possible, replace any devices installed in the module bay with the Dell TravelLite module. Fully charge the main battery and any spare batteries that you plan to carry with you. Shut down the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter. NOTICE: When the display is closed, extraneous items on the keyboard or palm rest could damage the

For specific web addresses for your country, find the appropriate country section in the table below.
Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Anguilla
Department Name or Service Area, Website and E-Mail Address
Area Codes, Local Numbers, and Toll-Free Numbers
Website: www.dell.com.ai E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support toll-free: 800-335-0031

Antigua and Barbuda

Website: www.dell.com.ag E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support 1-800-805-5924 0800-105
Technical Support (Dell Dimension, Dell Inspiron, Dell OptiPlex, Dell Latitude, and Dell Precision) Technical Support (servers and storage)

0800-105

Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Argentina (Buenos Aires) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 54 City Code: 11
Website: www.dell.com.ar E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com E-mail for desktop and portable computers: la-techsupport@dell.com E-mail for servers and EMC storage products: la_enterprise@dell.com Customer Care Technical Support Technical Support Services Sales toll-free: 0-800-444-0730 toll-free: 800-222-0154 toll-free: 0-800-444-0724 0-810-444-3355
Website: www.dell.com.aw E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support toll-free: 800-1578
Australia (Sydney) Country Code: 61 City Code: 2 Austria International Access Code: 900
Website: support.ap.dell.com General Support Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: tech_support_central_europe@dell.com Home/Small Business Sales Home/Small Business Fax Home/Small Business Customer Care Preferred Accounts/Corporate Customer Care Support for XPS Home/Small Business Support for all other Dell computers Preferred Accounts/Corporate Support Switchboard 13DELL-133355
International Access Code: 0011 E-mail: support.ap.dell.com/contactus

Bahamas

Website: www.dell.com.bs E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support toll-free: 1-866-874-3038
Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code Barbados
Website: www.dell.com/bb E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support 1-800-534-00
Belgium (Brussels) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 32 City Code: 2
Website: support.euro.dell.com Tech Support for XPS Tech Support for all other Dell computers Tech Support Fax Customer Care Corporate Sales Fax Switchboard

Bermuda

Website: www.dell.com/bm E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support toll-free: 1-877-890-0754

Bolivia

Website: www.dell.com/bo E-mail: la-techsupport@dell.com General Support toll-free: 800-10-0238
Brazil International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 55 City Code: 51
Website: www.dell.com/br E-mail: BR-TechSupport@dell.com Customer Care and Tech Support Technical Support Fax Customer Care Fax Sales toll-free: 1-866-278-633 4955

Cleaning Your Computer

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
Computer, Keyboard, and Display
CAUTION: Before you clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and remove any installed batteries. Clean your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain flammable substances. Use a can of compressed air to remove dust from between the keys on the keyboard and to remove any dirt or lint from the display. NOTICE: To help prevent damage to the computer or display, do not spray cleaning solution directly onto the
display. Only use products specifically designed for cleaning displays, and follow the instructions that are included with the product.
Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with either water or a display cleaner. Do not use alcohol or an ammoniabased cleaner. Wipe the display gently working from the center to the edges until it is clean and any fingerprints are removed. Do not use excessive pressure. Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water and wipe the computer and keyboard. Do not allow water from the cloth to seep between the touch pad and the surrounding palm rest.
1 Shut down and turn off your computer. See "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 109. 2 Disconnect any attached devices from the computer and from their electrical outlets. 3 Remove any installed batteries. See "Using a Battery" on page 39. 4 Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water, and wipe it gently across the surface of the touch pad. Do not allow water from the cloth to seep between the touch pad and the surrounding palm rest.

Floppy Drive

NOTICE: Do not attempt to clean drive heads with a swab. You might accidentally misalign the heads which prevents the drive from operating. Clean your floppy drive using a commercially available cleaning kit. These kits contain pretreated floppies to remove contaminants that accumulate during normal operation.

bootable CD A CD that you can use to start your computer. In case your hard drive is damaged or your computer has a virus, ensure that you always have a bootable CD or floppy disk available. Your Drivers and Utilities or ResourceCD is a bootable CD. bootable disk A disk that you can use to start your computer. In case your hard drive is damaged or your computer has a virus, ensure that you always have a bootable CD or floppy disk available. bps bits per second The standard unit for measuring data transmission speed. BTU British thermal unit A measurement of heat output. bus A communication pathway between the components in your computer. bus speed The speed, given in MHz, that indicates how fast a bus can transfer information. byte The basic data unit used by your computer. A byte is usually equal to 8 bits.
CD player The software used to play music CDs. The CD player displays a window with buttons that you use to play a CD. CD-R CD recordable A recordable version of a CD. Data can be recorded only once onto a CD-R. Once recorded, the data cannot be erased or written over. CD-RW CD rewritable A rewritable version of a CD. Data can be written to a CD-RW disc, and then erased and written over (rewritten). CD-RW drive A drive that can read CDs and write to CD-RW (rewritable CDs) and CD-R (recordable CDs) discs. You can write to CD-RW discs multiple times, but you can write to CD-R discs only once. CD-RW/DVD drive A drive, sometimes referred to as a combo drive, that can read CDs and DVDs and write to CD-RW (rewritable CDs) and CD-R (recordable CDs) discs. You can write to CD-RW discs multiple times, but you can write to CD-R discs only once. clock speed The speed, given in MHz, that indicates how fast computer components that are connected to the system bus operate. COA Certificate of Authenticity The Windows alpha-numeric code located on a sticker on your computer. Also referred to as the Product Key or Product ID. Control Panel A Windows utility that allows you to modify operating system and hardware settings, such as display settings. controller A chip that controls the transfer of data between the processor and memory or between the processor and devices. CRIMM continuity rambus in-line memory module A special module that has no memory chips and is used to fill unused RIMM slots. cursor The marker on a display or screen that shows where the next keyboard, touch pad, or mouse action will occur. It often is a blinking solid line, an underline character, or a small arrow.

PCI Express A modification to the PCI interface that boosts the data transfer rate between the processor and the devices attached to it. PCI Express can transfer data at speeds from 250 MB/sec to 4 GB/sec. If the PCI Express chip set and the device are capable of different speeds, they will operate at the slower speed. PCMCIA Personal Computer Memory Card International Association The organization that establishes standards for PC Cards. PIN personal identification number A sequence of numerals and/or letters used to restrict unauthorized access to computer networks and other secure systems. PIO programmed input/output A method of transferring data between two devices through the processor as part of the data path. pixel A single point on a display screen. Pixels are arranged in rows and columns to create an image. A video resolution, such as 800 x 600, is expressed as the number of pixels across by the number of pixels up and down. Plug-and-Play The ability of the computer to automatically configure devices. Plug and Play provides automatic installation, configuration, and compatibility with existing hardware if the BIOS, operating system, and all devices are Plug and Play compliant. POST power-on self-test Diagnostics programs, loaded automatically by the BIOS, that perform basic tests on the major computer components, such as memory, hard drives, and video. If no problems are detected during POST, the computer continues the start-up. processor A computer chip that interprets and executes program instructions. Sometimes the processor is referred to as the CPU (central processing unit). program Any software that processes data for you, including spreadsheet, word processor, database, and game packages. Programs require an operating system to run. PS/2 personal system/2 A type of connector for attaching a PS/2-compatible keyboard, mouse, or keypad.
optical drive A drive that uses optical technology to read or write data from CDs, DVDs, or DVD+RWs. Example of optical drives include CD drives, DVD drives, CD-RW drives, and CD-RW/DVD combo drives.
parallel connector An I/O port often used to connect a parallel printer to your computer. Also referred to as an LPT port. partition A physical storage area on a hard drive that is assigned to one or more logical storage areas known as logical drives. Each partition can contain multiple logical drives. PC Card A removable I/O card adhering to the PCMCIA standard. Modems and network adapters are common types of PC Cards. PCI peripheral component interconnect PCI is a local bus that supports 32-and 64-bit data paths, providing a high-speed data path between the processor and devices such as video, drives, and networks.

5-in-1 media memory card reader, 67 blanks ExpressCards, 65 removing, 66, 68 Bluetooth wireless technology card device status light, 19 installing, 127 boot sequence, 164 brightness adjusting, 33 computer crashes, 91 protecting, 78 restore to previous operating state, 103 slow performance, 85, 92 specifications, 155 stops responding, 91 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 102 connecting audio device, 50 Mobile Broadband network, 74 TV, 50 WLAN, 70 copying CDs general information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how to, 46 copying DVDs general information, 46 helpful tips, 47 how to, 46
audio connectors, 22 audio device connecting, 50 enabling, 62 audio. See sound
battery charge gauge, 24, 40 charging, 43 checking the charge, 40 conserving power, 41 description, 24 meter, 40 performance, 39 power meter, 40 removing, 43 replacing coin-cell battery, 124 storing, 44 battery-bay latch release, 24 CardBus technology ExpressCards, 65 media memory cards, 67 carnet, 132 CD drive problems, 83 CD-RW drive problems, 83 CDs, 46 operating system, 14 playing, 45 Check Disk, 84 cleaning touch pad, 165 coin-cell battery replacing, 124
Dell contacting, 133, 168 support policy, 167 support site, 13
Dell Diagnostics about, 79 starting from the Drivers and Utilities CD, 80 starting from your hard drive, 79 Dell MediaDirect about, 49 button, 16 problems, 92 Dell Premier Support website, 11 device status lights, 17 diagnostics Dell, 79 display adjusting brightness, 33 adjusting the size of icons, 129 adjusting the size of toolbars, 129 description, 16-17 removing, 125 resolution, 33 switching the video image, 33 display latch, 19 display. See monitor documentation End User License Agreement, 11 online, 13 Product Information Guide, 11 regulatory, 11 safety, 11 warranty, 11
Dolby headphones, setting up, 62 drivers about, 99 identifying, 100 reinstalling, 100 Drivers and Utilities CD about, 101 Dell Diagnostics, 79 drives problems, 83 See also hard drive See also optical drive DVD drive problems, 83 DVDs, 46 playing, 45

ENVIRONMENTAL DATA SHEET PRODUCT: Inspiron 6400 Effective Date: 6/1/2006 SYSTEM DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
Depth, cm 26.5 Width, cm 35.5 Height, cm 3.6 Weight, kg 2.8 depending on options installed

Dell Inc. www.dell.com

DECLARATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
This system received the following approvals and may be labeled with one or more of these marks depending on point of purchase: Approvals Certificate # Yes / No / N/A N/A Yes USA: Energy Star capable N/A Yes USA: FEMP Executive Order 1322 BG04-0145-2006 Yes China: China Energy Certification Program (CECP) Through internal design controls and supply chain declarations, this system1 has been verified to comply with the EU RoHS Directive2. One or more components in this system may be available as factory installed options that do not meet EU RoHS requirements. For details, please see www.dell.com/rohsinfo.
PERFORMANCE DATA System Configuration
The Energy Consumption and Declared Noise Emissions data is based on a configuration including one 1.83GHz Intel Pentium-M processor, 1GB memory, 60GB hard drive.

Energy Consumption3

Service Level
*Maximum Typical Low-power or Sleep mode Off External Power Supply
Energy Consumption (Wattage)

42.3 N/A 0.22 0.21 N/A

Energy Save Requirements Description of Service Level
The system is running programs to maximize the power consumption. The system is performing routine task. The system is in a low-power saving mode The system is turned off but is still connected to its AC power source. AC adapter is connected to mains with system detached otherwise known as No-load condition Meets EU Eco label (2001/686/EC and 2001/687/EC)

Yes / No / N/A

N/A N/A N/A Yes N/A
Energy consumption is tested at 230 Volts / 50 Hz. Heat dissipation is calculated based on the measured watts, assuming the service level is attained for one hour. Off data is not meant to show compliance to US Executive Order 13223. When applicable, De *Maximum Energy Consumption results are based solely upon the laboratory testing of the System Configuration listed above.
Options from Dell Custom Factory Integration (CFI), Software and Peripherals (S&P) and Customer Kits may not be RoHS compliant. EU Directive on the Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (2002/95/EC) dated January 27, 2003. 3 This document is informational only and reflects laboratory performance. Your product may perform differently, depending on the software, components and peripherals you ordered. Accordingly, the customer should not rely upon this information in making decisions about electrical tolerances or otherwise. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied. The information in this document may change without notice; please note the revision number on the last page.
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Declared Noise Emissions in accordance with ISO 9296
Service Level Floppy Drive Accessing Hard Drive Accessing CD Drive Accessing Idle Sound Power (LWAd, bels) (1 bel=10 decibels, re 10-12 Watts) N/A 3.3 4.6 3.3 Sound Pressure Operator Position (LpAm, decibels) (re 2x10-5 Pa) N/A 21.0 38.3 20.5
This Dell product does NOT contain any of the following substances (in concentrations exceeding legal threshold limits): Asbestos Azo dyes/colorants in components that come into direct contact with human skin Cadmium and its compounds (except for use in applications exempted by the EU RoHS Directive) Class I and Class II CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) and HCFCs (hydrofluorocarbons) Chloroparaffins, short chained (10-13 carbon chain) Chromium VI and its compounds (except for use in applications exempted by the EU RoHS Directive) Halogenated dioxins or furans (i.e. polychlorinated dibenzodioxines, polychlorinated dibenzofurans) Lead and its compounds (except for use in applications exempted by the EU RoHS Directive) Mercury (except for use in applications exempted by the EU RoHS Directive) Nickel and its compounds in components that are likely to result in prolonged skin exposure PCBs (polychlorobiphenyls) or PCTs (polychloroterphenyls) PBBs (polybromobiphenyls) or PBDEs (polybrominated diphenylethers) PVC (polyvinyl chloride) in plastic parts greater than 25 grams Polychlorinated naphthalenes (PCNs) Tributyl tin (TBT) and triphenyl tin (TPT) compounds For information on Japan RoHS (J-MOSS) chemical disclosures: www.dell.com/japan_rohs.

PRODUCT MATERIALS INFORMATION4 Restricted Substances
Additional Materials Information
The cables may use PVC as an insulating material to ensure product safety The case material is PC+ABS Product may contain post-industrial recycled content (plastics, metal, glass)
Flame Retardants Used in Mechanical Plastic Parts > 25 grams, Keycaps, and Motherboards Part Flame Retardant Motherboard TBBPA Mechanical Plastic Parts > 25 grams PC+ABS Bisphenol A & Diphenyphosphate

ISO 1043-4 FR(16) FR(40)

Waste Handling. Local regulations should be observed when disposing of this product due to the presence of the materials and substances as listed above.
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Packaging

No CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons), HCFCs (hydrofluorocarbons) or other ozone depleting substances are used in packaging material. Chromium, lead, mercury, or cadmium are not intentionally added to packaging materials and are not present in a cumulative concentration greater than 100 ppm as incidental impurities. No halogenated plastics or polymers are used for packaging material. Dell complies with the EU Directive 94/62/EEC. Packaging Materials Weight, kg PE-LD option dependent Corrugated Cardboard option dependent Printed user documentation is bleached in a chlorine-free process. (Europe Only)

Batteries

Batteries in this product are not based on mercury, lead or cadmium technologies. The batteries used in this product are in compliance with EU Directive 91/ 157/ EEC, EU Directive 93/ 86/ EEC and EU Directive 98/ 101/ EEC. The product documentation includes instructional information on the proper removal and disposal of the batteries used in this product. Below is a listing of batteries present in the product: Battery Description Internal Batteries Battery Type 3-V CR2032 coin cell Lithium Rechargeable Battery Pack 4, 6 or 9 cell Lithium Ion
Dell systems are, when applicable, designed for easy assembly, disassembly, and servicing. To extend the life of your system, you can install or upgrade certain system components (e.g., microprocessor, memory, expansion cards, and storage devices). Spare parts are available after the end of production for up to five years, or otherwise through the warranty period.
DESIGN FOR ENVIRONMENT Longevity and Upgrading

Recyclability

For recyclability, this system incorporates the following design guidelines: EU WEEE mark is applied to products sold in Europe, EU recycling information can be found at www.euro.dell.com/recycling Minimal use of non-separable connections, such as gluing and welding between different materials. Minimal use of composite structure materials. Mechanical plastic parts greater than 100 grams consist of one material or of easily separable materials.
Take back and recycling services are offered for this product in certain countries. If you want to dispose of system components, contact Dell for instructions by emailing recycling_emea@dell.com or visit www.dell.com/recyclingworldwide and select the relevant country.

RECYCLING/ END-OF-LIFE SERVICE INFORMATION
DELL CORPORATE ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
Document Version 1.0 posted 6/17/06
Information on Dells Environmental initiatives, policies, programs and goals can be found at www.dell.com/environment.

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