Dell Latitude 12 Rugged Extreme (7204) User manual

Dell Latitude 12 Rugged Extreme (7204)
Getting Started Guide
Regulatory Model: P18T
Regulatory Type: P18T001

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your
computer.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and
tells you how to avoid the problem.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or
death.
Copyright ©2014 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. This product is protected by U.S. and international copyright
and intellectual property laws. Dell™and the Dell logo are trademarks of Dell Inc. in the United States
and/or other jurisdictions. All other marks and names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their
respective companies.
2014 - 02
Rev. A00

Contents
1 Finding Information and Resources........................................................ 5
2 System Overview........................................................................................7
3 Quick Setup................................................................................................. 9
4 Removing and Installing Components.................................................. 11
Opening the Press-Latch Doors...................................................................................... 11
Closing the Press-Latch Doors........................................................................................11
Removing the Battery......................................................................................................11
Installing the Battery.......................................................................................................12
Removing the Hard Drive................................................................................................ 12
Installing the Hard Drive..................................................................................................13
5 Working on Your Computer.................................................................... 15
Using the Backlit Keyboard.............................................................................................15
Turning the Keyboard Backlight On/Off or Adjusting Brightness.............................16
Changing the Keyboard Backlight Color...................................................................16
Customizing the Backlit Keyboard in System Setup (BIOS)..................................... 17
Function <Fn> Key Lock Features................................................................................... 17
Activating the Function (Fn) lock ............................................................................. 18
Turning Stealth Mode On/Off.......................................................................................... 18
Disabling Stealth Mode in the System Setup (BIOS)...................................................... 18
Enabling and Disabling Wireless (WiFi) Feature.............................................................19
Converting Between Notebook and Tablet Modes ........................................................19
6 Quick Disconnect (QD) Connector........................................................ 21
Installing a QD connector................................................................................................21
Removing a QD connector.............................................................................................. 21

7 Specifications........................................................................................... 23
Information para NOM (únicamente para México).........................................................28
8 Contacting Dell......................................................................................... 31

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Finding Information and Resources
See the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and the
regulatory compliance website at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance for more
information on:
• Safety best practices
• Regulatory certification
• Ergonomics
See www.dell.com for additional information on:
• Warranty
• Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)
• End User License Agreement
Additional information on your product is available at www.dell.com/support/manuals
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System Overview
1. Display latch 2. Microphones
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3. Privacy shutter 4. Camera (optional)
5. Camera-status light 6. Ambient light sensor
7. Screen-rotate button 8. Volume button
9. Status lights 10. Rotatable outdoor-readable display/
touchscreen
11. Flip-hinge 12. Smart Card reader
13. USB 3.0 connector and memory-card
reader /PCMCIA/ ExpressCard reader
(optional)
14. Hard drive
15. Finger Print reader 16. Power button
17. Power connector 18. VGA connector
19. Serial connector 20. USB 2.0 connector
21. Network connector 22. Touchpad
23. Security cable slot 24. Stylus
25. Speaker 26. Sealed thermal chamber
27. USB 3.0 connector with PowerShare 28. HDMI connector
29. SIM card reader 30. Audio connector
31. Rear camera 32. Camera flash
33. Radio frequency pass-through
connectors
34. Docking-device connector
35. Battery latch 36. Battery
WARNING: 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. 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.
WARNING: EXPLOSION HAZARD-External Connections (Power Jack, HDMI Port,
USB Ports, RJ45 Port, RS232 Port, Audio Port, Smart Card Reader, SD card Reader,
Express Card Reader, PC-card Reader, SIM card Reader) are not to be used in a
hazardous location.
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Quick Setup
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety
information that shipped with your computer. For additional best practices
information, see www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance
WARNING: 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.
CAUTION: 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.
NOTE: Some devices may not be included if you did not order them.
1. Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the computer and to the
electrical outlet.
Figure 1. AC Adapter
2. Connect the network cable (optional).
Figure 2. Network Connector
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3. Connect USB devices, such as a mouse or keyboard (optional).
Figure 3. USB Connector
4. Connect IEEE 1394 devices, such as a 1394 hard drive (optional).
Figure 4. 1394 Connector
5. Open the computer display and press the power button to turn on the computer.
Figure 5. Power Button
NOTE: It is recommended that you turn on and shut down your computer at least
once before you install any cards or connect the computer to a docking device or
other external device, such as a printer.
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Removing and Installing
Components
This section provides detailed information on how to remove or install the components
from your computer.
Opening the Press-Latch Doors
There are six press-latch doors. Three on the back and two on the right side panel. An
extra press-latch door is also present on the left side of the computer.
To open the press-latch doors:
a. Left and right side press-latch doors: Slide the latch towards the back of the
computer to lock and towards the front to unlock.
b. Back press-latch door: Slide the latch to the right to lock and to the left to
unlock.
c. Press down the latch and pull the door in the direction away from the computer.
Closing the Press-Latch Doors
1. Rotate the door back in position, towards the computer.
2. Engage the lock by sliding until the lock symbol is visible.
Removing the Battery
WARNING: 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.
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WARNING: Before removing or replacing the battery, turn off the computer,
disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect
the modem from the wall connector and computer, and remove any other external
cables from the computer.
WARNING: Not for use in hazardous locations. See installation instructions.
WARNING: To prevent ignition in a hazardous atmosphere, batteries must only be
changed or charged in an area known to be non-hazardous.
NOTE: The battery cannot be installed or removed with the optional accessory
handle installed. The handle must be removed first (if present).
1. Unlock the battery release latch by pushing it upwards.
2. Slide the latch to the right to release the battery.
3. Remove the battery from the computer.
Installing the Battery
1. Slide the battery into its slot.
2. Push the battery latch down to lock it.
Removing the Hard Drive
1. To open the hard drive latch door, push the latch button to the left (if locked).
2. Open the hard-drive latch door by pushing the latch down.
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3. Pull the hard drive outwards using the pull-tab and remove it from the computer.
Installing the Hard Drive
1. To secure the hard drive, push the hard drive into its compartment.
2. Close and lock the hard-drive latch door.
NOTE: Keep the hard drive pull-tab clear of the doors before closing.
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Working on Your Computer
This section provides information about Backlit Keyboard, Stealth Mode, Function keys
and how to convert your computer to notebook and tablets modes.
Using the Backlit Keyboard
The Latitude rugged series comes equipped with a backlit keyboard that can be
customized. The system comes with the following colors enabled:
1. White
2. Red
3. Green
4. Blue
Alternatively, the system can be configured with 2 additional custom colors in the
System Setup (BIOS)
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Turning the Keyboard Backlight On/Off or Adjusting Brightness
1. Press <Fn> + < F10> to initialize the keyboard backlight switch.
NOTE: <Fn> key is not needed if function key <Fn> lock is activated.
NOTE: The first use of the above key combination turns on the backlight to its
lowest setting. Additional pressing of the key combinations cycle the
brightness settings through 25%, 50%,75% and 100% .
2. Cycle through the key combination to either adjust the brightness or completely turn
off the keyboard backlight.
Changing the Keyboard Backlight Color
To change the keyboard backlight color:
1. Press <FN> + < C> keys to cycle through the available backlight colors.
2. White, Red, Green and Blue are active by default; up to two custom colors can be
added to the cycle in the System Setup (BIOS).
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Customizing the Backlit Keyboard in System Setup (BIOS)
1. Power off the computer.
2. Power on the computer and at the Dell logo, tap the <F2> key repeatedly to bring up
the system setup menu.
3. Expand and open the System Configuration menu.
4. Select RGB Keyboard Backlight.
You can enable/disable the standard colors (White, Red, Green and Blue).
5. To set a custom RGB value, use the input boxes on the right side of the screen.
6. Click Apply changes and click Exit close the system setup.
Function <Fn> Key Lock Features
NOTE: The keyboard has Function key <Fn> lock capability. When activated, the
secondary functions on the top row of keys become default and will not require
use of the <Fn> key.
Figure 6. <Fn> key callouts
1. <Fn> Lock Key
2. Affected <Fn> keys
3. <Fn> Key
NOTE: <Fn> Lock affects only the above keys . Secondary functions will not require
the <Fn> key to be pressed while enabled.
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Activating the Function (Fn) lock
1. Press the <Fn> + <Esc> keys
NOTE: Other secondary functions on keys below the top row are not affected
and requires the use of the <Fn> key.
2. Press the <Fn> + <Esc> keys again to deactivate the function lock feature.
The function keys return to their default actions.
Turning Stealth Mode On/Off
1. Press the <Fn> + <F7> key combination (<Fn> key not needed if Fn lock is activated)
to turn on stealth mode.
NOTE: Stealth mode is a secondary function of the <F7> key. The key can be
used to perform other functions on the computer when not used with the <Fn>
key to activate stealth mode.
2. All the lights and sounds are turned off.
3. Press the <Fn> + <F7> key combination again to turn off the stealth mode.
Disabling Stealth Mode in the System Setup
(BIOS)
1. Power off the computer.
2. Power on the computer and at the Dell logo, tap the <F2> key repeatedly to bring up
the System Setup menu.
3. Expand and open the System Configuration menu.
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4. Select Stealth Mode Control.
NOTE: Stealth mode is enabled by default.
5. Select Disable to disable the stealth mode.
6. When complete, Apply changes and Exit the BIOS or system setup.
Enabling and Disabling Wireless (WiFi) Feature
1. Press the <Fn> + <PrtScr> keys to enable wireless networking.
2. Press the<Fn> + < PrtScr> keys again to disable wireless networking.
Converting Between Notebook and Tablet Modes
1. To undock the computer, press the display latch.
2. Open the display lid by lifting it upwards.
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3. To change to tablet mode:
a. Gently push the display panel in the direction indicated to pop the display from
the display frame.
b. Rotate the display by 180–degrees until it clicks back into place.
4. Close the display lid.
5. The computer is now converted for use in the tablet mode. Repeat the steps,
flipping the display in the opposite direction, to bring the computer back to notebook
mode.
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