Dell D800 - Latitude 15.4" Notebook User manual

Dell™ Latitude™ D800 User's Guide
Click the links to the left for information on the features and operation of your computer. For information on
other documentation included with your computer, see "Finding Information."
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
Abbreviations and Acronyms
For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Glossary.
If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows®
operating systems are not applicable.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2003 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dell TravelLite, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, and
are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks and Intel SpeedStep and Centrino are
trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, Windows,Windows NT, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell Computer Corporation under license; ENERGY STAR is a
registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Dell Computer Corporation has
determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or
products. Dell Computer Corporation disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
Model PP02X
February 2003 P/N 4Y332 Rev. A00
CAUTION: Follow the safety instructions in the System Information Guide to help protect
computer from damage and ensure your own personal safety.
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to
avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or
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Finding Information
Safety Instructions
Documentation Updates
Using Microsoft® Windows®
Using Devices
Using the Dell™ Drivers and Utilities CD
Fixing Problems
Installing Parts
Safety Instructions
Documentation Updates
Documentation updates are sometimes included with your computer to describe changes to your computer or
software. Always read these updates before consulting any other documentation because the updates contain
the latest information.
Readme files, which may be installed on your hard drive or located on CDs such as the Drivers and Utilities
CD, provide last-minute updates about technical changes to your computer or advanced technical reference
material intended for experienced users or technicians.
Using Microsoft® Windows®
Windows Help
Your operating system provides complete online instructions for using it:
zIn Windows XP, click the Start button and click Help and Support. For more information, see "Using
Microsoft® Windows® XP."
zIn Windows 2000, click the Start button and click Help.
Microsoft Windows Guide
For more information on using the Windows operating system, see the Windows documentation that came
with your computer.
CAUTION: For precautions on safely handling and using your computer and preventing
electrostatic discharge, see the safety instructions in the System Information Guide.
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Using Devices
Device User's Guides
For help with using your computer devices (such as a modem) and options you purchase separately from your
computer, see the device user's guide.
zIn Windows XP, click the Start button and click Help and Support. In the Help and Support window,
click User and system guides.
zIn Windows 2000, click the Start button, point to Programs, and then click User's Guides.
Using the Dell™ Drivers and Utilities CD
The Drivers and Utilities CD contains drivers and utilities, the Dell Diagnostics, and user's guides for your
computer and optional devices. Dell ships your computer to you with required drivers and utilities already
installed—no further installation or configuration is needed. If you ever need to reinstall a driver or utility,
diagnostics tests on your computer, or access the user's guides, use the Drivers and Utilities CD. See
"Reinstalling Software" and "Using the Dell Diagnostics."
Fixing Problems
For help with fixing computer problems, see "Solving Problems" and "Using the Dell Diagnostics."
Microsoft Windows Guide
For more information on troubleshooting problems, see the Windows documentation that came with your
computer.
Dell Support
For personalized online support, driver updates, and instant answers to your questions, access Dell Support at
support.dell.com.
Installing Parts
For help with adding parts to your computer, see "Adding and Replacing Parts"
For detailed information on the computer's parts and assemblies and how to remove and replace them, see
computer Service Manual on support.dell.com.
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About Your Computer
Front View
Left View
Right View
Back View
Bottom View
Front View
display latch — Keeps the display closed.
1 display latch 8 speakers
2 display 9 track stick/touch pad buttons
3 power button 10 track stick
4 device status lights 11 volume control buttons
5 keyboard 12 mute button
6 touch pad 13 keyboard status lights
7 display latch button
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display — For more information about your display, see "Using the Display."
power button — Press the power button to turn on the computer or to enter or exit a power management
mode.
If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely
(which may take several seconds).
device status lights
If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows:
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn off your computer by performing a Microsoft® Windows®
rather than by pressing the power button.
Turns on when you turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is in a power management
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
Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status.
Turns on when Bluetooth™ is enabled. To enable or disable Bluetooth, press .
NOTE: Bluetooth is an optional feature, so the icon turns on only if you ordered Bluetooth with
computer. For more information, see the documentation that came with your Bluetooth wireless
technology.
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{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, the computer is turned off, or the battery is not installed
the computer.
{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 Microsoft® Windows® logo key .
For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad."
touch pad — Touch pad and touch pad buttons provide the functionality of a mouse. See "Using the Keyboard
and Touch Pad" for more information.
display latch button — Press this button to release the display latch and open the display.
speakers — To adjust the volume of the integrated speakers, press the volume control buttons or volume-
control keyboard shortcuts. For more information, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad."
track stick/touch pad buttons — Track stick and touch pad buttons provide the functionality of a mouse.
"Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad" for more information.
track stick — Track stick and track stick buttons provide the functionality of a mouse. See "Using the
and Touch Pad" for more information.
volume control buttons — Press these buttons to adjust the volume.
mute button — Press this button to turn off the volume.
keyboard status lights
The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:
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Left View
air vents — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the
computer from overheating.
IEEE 1394 connector (4-pin) — Use to attach devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such
as some digital video cameras.
PC Card slot — Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. The computer ships with a
blank installed in the slot. For more information, see "Using PC Cards."
smart card slot — Supports one smart card. For more information, see "Using Smart Cards."
infrared sensor — Lets you transfer files from your computer to another infrared-compatible device without
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cable connections.
Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled.
Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled.
Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled.
1 air vents 5 infrared sensor
2 IEEE 1394 connector (4-pin) 6 audio connectors
3 PC Card slot 7 hard drive
4 smart card slot 8 security cable slot
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
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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When you receive your computer, the sensor is disabled. You can use the system setup program to enable the
sensor. For information on transferring data, see Windows Help (Windows 2000),the Windows Help and
Center (Windows XP), or the documentation that came with your infrared-compatible device.
audio connectors
hard drive — Stores software and data.
security cable slot — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more
information, see the instructions included with the device.
Right View
Attach a microphone to the connector.
Attach headphones or speakers to the
NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the security cable
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security cable slot — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more
information, see the instructions included with the device.
module bay — You can install devices such as an optical drive or Dell TravelLite™ module in the module bay.
For more information, see "Using the Module Bay."
device latch release — Releases a device. See "Using the Module Bay" or "Using a Battery" for instructions.
Dell™ D/Bay connector
1 security cable slot
2 module bay
3 device latch release
4 Dell™ D/Bay connector
NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the security cable
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Back View
S-video TV-out connector
USB connectors (2)
Connects the Dell D/Bay, which is an external media bay that accommodates an optical
drive, floppy drive, or second hard drive.
1 S-video TV-out connector 6 parallel connector
2 USB connectors (2) 7 serial connector
3 network connector (RJ-45) 8 video connector
4 modem connector (RJ-11) 9 AC adapter
5 air vent 10 air vents
Connects your computer to a TV. Also connects digital-audio capable devices using
TV/digital-audio adapter cable. For more information, see "Connecting a Television to
the Computer."
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,
shown below.
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network connector (RJ-45)
modem connector (RJ-11) (optional)
air vent — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the
from overheating.
parallel connector
video connector
NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid damaging the
computer, do not plug a telephone line in to the network connector.
Connects the computer to a network. The green and yellow lights next to the connector
indicate activity for both wired and wireless network communications.
For information on using the network adapter, see the online network-adapter
documentation supplied with your computer. See "Finding Information."
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."
Connects a parallel device, such as a
Connects an external monitor. For more information, see "Using the
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serial connector
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
with your computer turned either on or off.
air vents — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the
computer from overheating.
Bottom View
Connects serial devices, such as a mouse or handheld
CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power
connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or
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.
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
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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hard drive — Stores software and data.
Mini PCI card/modem cover — Covers the compartment that contains the optional modem and optional
PCI card. See "Adding and Replacing Parts."
battery-bay latch release — Releases the battery. See "Using a Battery."
battery — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an
electrical outlet. See "Using a Battery."
battery charge gauge — Provides information on the battery charge. 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.
memory module cover — Covers the compartment that contains the memory modules. See "Adding and
Replacing Parts."
fan — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer
overheating.
1 hard drive 5 battery charge gauge
2 Mini PCI card/modem 6 docking device slot
3 battery-bay latch release 7 memory module
4 battery 8 fan
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.
CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do
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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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Using Microsoft® Windows® XP
Help and Support Center
Switching to Classic View
Desktop Cleanup Wizard
User Accounts and Fast User Switching
Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
Program Compatibility Wizard
Home and Small Office Networking
Internet Connection Firewall
Help and Support Center
The Help and Support Center provides help with the Windows XP operating system and other support and
educational tools. To access the Help and Support Center, click the Start button and click Help and Support.
Switching to Classic View
You may change the appearance of the Control Panel, the Start menu, and the Windows desktop to the
classic view of previous Windows operating systems.
Control Panel
The Control Panel presents information as task-oriented categories. If you are accustomed to performing a
particular task with the icon-oriented classic Control Panel, you can switch to the classic icon view.
1. Click the Start button and click Control Panel.
2. Click Switch to Classic View or Switch to Category View in the upper-left area of the Control
Panel window.
Start Menu
1. Right-click the empty area on the taskbar.
2. Click Properties.
3. Click the Start Menu tab.
4. Select Classic Start Menu and click OK.
Window and Button Appearance
1. Right-click anywhere on the main desktop screen and click Properties.
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2. Click the Appearance tab.
3. From the Windows and buttons drop-down menu, select Windows Classic style.
4. To customize color, font, and other classic desktop options, click Advanced.
5. When you have completed your appearance selections, click OK.
Desktop Cleanup Wizard
By default, the Desktop Cleanup Wizard moves program icons that you don't frequently use from your desktop
to a designated folder 7 days after you first start your computer and every 60 days after that. The appearance
of the Start menu changes as program icons are moved.
To turn off the Desktop Cleanup Wizard:
1. Right-click an empty spot on the desktop and click Properties.
2. Click the Desktop tab and click Customize Desktop.
3. Click Run Desktop Cleanup Wizard every 60 days to remove the check mark.
4. Click OK.
To run the Desktop Cleanup Wizard at any time:
1. Right-click an empty spot on the desktop and click Properties.
2. Click the Desktop tab and click Customize Desktop.
3. Click Clean Desktop Now.
4. When the Desktop Cleanup Wizard appears, click Next.
5. In the list of shortcuts, deselect any shortcuts you want to leave on the desktop and then click Next.
6. Click Finish to remove the shortcuts and close the wizard.
User Accounts and Fast User Switching
After Windows XP is installed, the administrator or a user with administrator rights can create additional user
accounts.
1. Click the Start button and click Control Panel.
2. In the Control Panel window, click User Accounts.
NOTE: Account options for Windows XP Home Edition differ from those available for Windows XP
Professional. Also, options available in Windows XP Professional vary depending on whether the
is connected to a domain.
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3. Under Pick a task, click Create a new account.
4. Under Name the new account, type the name of the new user and click Next.
5. Under Pick an account type, click one of the following options:
zComputer administrator —You can change all computer settings.
zLimited — You can change only your own personal settings, such as your password. You cannot
install programs or use the Internet.
6. Click Create Account.
Fast User Switching
Fast User Switching allows multiple users to access one computer without requiring the previous user to log
1. Click the Start button and click Log Off.
2. In the Log Off Windows window, click Switch User.
When you use Fast User Switching, programs that previous users were using remain running in the
so you might experience slower computer activity. Also, multimedia programs, such as games and DVD
software, might not work with Fast User Switching. For more information, see the Windows Help and
Center.
Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
The Files and Settings Transfer Wizard allows you to transfer files and settings from one computer to another
(for instance, when upgrading to a new computer), even if the old computer is running an earlier operating
system. The time required to collect and transfer data depends on the amount of data collected. Times can
from just a few minutes to several hours.
You can transfer the data to the new computer over a network or direct serial connection, or you can store it
a removable medium such as a floppy disk or writable CD. If a CD drive is not available, the wizard allows you
to create a wizard disk to run on your old computer.
For more information, see the Windows Help and Support Center.
Program Compatibility Wizard
If you encounter problems running a program designed for an earlier Windows operating system, you can use
the Program Compatibility Wizard to help resolve the problem. The Program Compatibility Wizard allows you
configure a program to run in an environment closer to that of Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Millennium
Edition (Me), Windows NT® 4.0 with Service Pack 5, or Windows 2000.
NOTE: Fast User Switching is unavailable if the computer is running Windows XP Professional and is a
member of a computer domain, or if the computer has less than 128 MB of memory.
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If you experience problems with your operating system or other programs after performing an installation,
can use the system restore feature to return your computer to a previous stable condition.
For more information, see the Windows Help and Support Center.
Home and Small Office Networking
The Network Setup Wizard provides online documentation and support for setting up a home or small office
network. The new wizard automatically enables the personal firewall (see "Internet Connection Firewall").
The Network Setup Wizard includes a checklist and steps to guide you through the process of sharing
such as files, printers, or an Internet connection, between computers in a home or small office. For more
information, see the Windows Help and Support Center.
Internet Connection Firewall
The Internet Connection Firewall provides basic protection from unauthorized access to the computer while
computer is connected to the Internet. The firewall is automatically enabled when you run the Network Setup
Wizard. When the firewall is enabled for a network connection, the firewall icon appears with a red background
in the Network Connections portion of the Control Panel.
Note that enabling the Internet Connection Firewall does not reduce the need for virus-checking software.
For more information, see the Windows Help and Support Center.
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Dell™ QuickSet Features
Clicking the QuickSet Icon
Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon
Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon
Dell™ QuickSet runs from the icon located in the taskbar and functions differently when you click,
click, or right-click the icon.
Clicking the QuickSet Icon
Click the icon to perform the following tasks:
zAdjust power management settings using the Power Management Wizard.
zAdjust the size of icons and toolbars.
zSelect a power scheme that you set in the Power Management Wizard.
zTurn presentation mode on or off.
Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon
Double-click the icon to adjust power management settings using the Power Management Wizard.
Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon
Right-click the icon to perform the following tasks:
zEnable or disable the Brightness Meter on the screen.
zEnable or disable the Volume Meter on the screen.
zTurn wireless activity on or off.
zView Dell QuickSet Help.
zView the version and copyright date of the QuickSet program installed on your computer.
For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar and click Help.
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Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Numeric Keypad
Keyboard Shortcuts
Touch Pad
Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick
Numeric Keypad
The keypad numbers and symbols are marked in blue on the right of the keypad keys. To type a number or
symbol, ensure that the keypad is enabled and press and the desired key. The light indicates that
keypad is active.
Keyboard Shortcuts
System Functions
Opens the Task Manager window
Enables and disables the numeric
Enables and disables the scroll lock
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