Dell Latitude 12 Rugged Extreme User manual

Dell Latitude 12 Rugged Extreme – 7214
Getting Started Guide
Regulatory Model: P18T
Regulatory Type: P18T002

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.
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marks and names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.
2016 - 06
Rev. A01

Contents
1 Finding information and resources................................................................... 5
2 System overview................................................................................................... 6
3 Quick setup............................................................................................................8
4 Removing and installing components............................................................10
Opening the press latch doors........................................................................................................... 10
Closing the press latch doors............................................................................................................. 10
Removing the battery..........................................................................................................................10
Installing the battery............................................................................................................................ 11
Removing the hard drive..................................................................................................................... 11
Installing the hard drive....................................................................................................................... 11
5 Working on your computer.............................................................................. 12
Using the backlit keyboard..................................................................................................................12
Turning the keyboard backlight on/off or adjusting brightness.................................................. 12
Changing the keyboard backlight color....................................................................................... 12
Customizing the backlit keyboard in System Setup (BIOS)..........................................................13
Function Fn key lock features............................................................................................................. 13
Enabling the Function (Fn) lock ................................................................................................... 14
Turning stealth mode on/off...............................................................................................................14
Disabling stealth mode in the system setup (BIOS)........................................................................... 14
Enabling and disabling the wireless (WiFi) feature............................................................................. 15
Converting between notebook and tablet modes ............................................................................15
6 Quick Disconnect (QD) connector.................................................................. 17
Installing the QD connector................................................................................................................17
Removing the QD connector..............................................................................................................17
7 Technical specifications.................................................................................... 18
System information specifications......................................................................................................18
Processor specifications..................................................................................................................... 18
Memory specifications........................................................................................................................ 18
Audio specifications............................................................................................................................ 19
Video specifications.............................................................................................................................19
Communication specifications...........................................................................................................19
Port and connector specifications.....................................................................................................20
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Display specifications..........................................................................................................................20
Keyboard specifications...................................................................................................................... 21
Touchpad specifications..................................................................................................................... 21
Battery specifications.......................................................................................................................... 21
Adapter specifications.........................................................................................................................22
Physical dimension specifications......................................................................................................22
Environmental specifications..............................................................................................................23
8 Contacting Dell...................................................................................................24
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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 Dell.com/regulatory_compliance for more information on:
• Safety best practices
• Regulatory certification
• Ergonomics
See 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 Dell.com/support/manuals.
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System overview
Figure 1. System overview
1. display latch 2. microphone
3. camera shutter (optional) 4. camera (optional)
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5. camera status light (optional) 6. microphone
7. ambient light sensor 8. screen rotate button
9. volume button 10. power status lights
11. hard drive activity light 12. battery status light
13. rotatable outdoor readable display/
touchscreen
14. flip hinge
15. secure card reader 16. USB 3.0 port and memory card reader/PC
card reader/Express card reader (optional)
17. hard disk 18. finger print reader
19. power button 20. sealed thermal chamber
21. touchpad 22. stylus
23. sealed thermal chamber 24. USB 3.0 connector with PowerShare
25. HDMI port 26. SIM card reader
27. audio connector 28. security cable slot
29. back camera 30. camera flash
31. network port 32. USB 2.0 port
33. serial port 34. VGA port
35. power connector 36. radio frequency pass-through connectors
37. docking device connector 38. battery latch
39. battery
CAUTION: EXPLOSION HAZARD—External connections (power adapter port, HDMI port, USB
ports, RJ45 port, serial ports, audio port, Smart Card reader slot, SD card reader slot, Express
Card reader slot, PC card reader slot, SIM card slot) should not to be used in a hazardous location.
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.
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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 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 port on the computer and to the electrical outlet.
Figure 2. AC adapter
2. Connect the network cable (optional).
Figure 3. Network connector
3. Connect USB devices, such as a mouse or keyboard (optional).
Figure 4. USB connector
4. To turn on the computer, open the computer display and press the power button.
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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
The computer includes six press latch doors:
• Three on the back of the computer
• Two on the right side of the computer
• One on the left side of the computer
1. Slide the latch until the unlock icon is visible.
2. Press the latch and open the press latch door in the downward direction.
Closing the press latch doors
1. Close the latch door back by pressing it toward the computer.
2. To lock the latch doors, slide the latch until the lock icon 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.
WARNING: Before removing or replacing the battery:
1. Turn off the computer.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer.
3. Disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer.
4. Remove any other external cables from the computer.
WARNING: To prevent ignition in a hazardous atmosphere, batteries must only be removed,
changed or charged in an area known to be non-hazardous.
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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.
3. Pull the hard drive outwards using the pull tab and remove it from the computer.
Installing the hard drive
1. Insert the hard drive into the hard drive slot until it clicks into place.
NOTE: Keep the hard drive pull tab clear of the doors before closing the hard drive latch door.
2. Close the hard drive latch door.
3. Slide the latch until the lock icon is visible.
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Working on your computer
This section provides information about the backlit keyboard, stealth mode, function keys and converting
your computer to notebook and tablet modes (if applicable).
Using the backlit keyboard
The Latitude rugged series comes equipped with a backlit keyboard that can be customized. The
following colors are enabled:
1. White
2. Red
3. Green
4. Blue
Alternatively, the system can be configured with two additional custom colors in the System Setup (BIOS).
Turning the keyboard backlight on/off or adjusting brightness
To turn the backlight on/off or adjust the backlight brightness settings:
1. To initialize the keyboard backlight switch, press Fn+F10 (the Fn key is not needed if function key Fn
lock is enabled).
2. The first use of the preceding key combination turns on the backlight to its lowest setting.
3. Repeated pressing of the key combinations cycles the brightness settings through 25 percent,
50 percent, 75 percent and 100 percent.
4. Cycle through the key combination to either adjust the brightness or turn off the keyboard backlight.
Changing the keyboard backlight color
To change the keyboard backlight color:
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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).
Customizing the backlit keyboard in System Setup (BIOS)
1. Turn off the computer.
2. Turn on the computer and when the Dell logo appears, press the F2 key repeatedly to bring up the
System Setup menu.
3. Under System Configuration menu, select RGB Keyboard Backlight.
You can enable/disable the standard colors (White, Red, Green and Blue).
4. To set a custom RGB value, use the input boxes on the right side of the screen.
5. Click Apply changes and click Exit to close 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
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3. Fn key
NOTE: Fn lock affects only the above keys (F1 to F12). Secondary functions will not require the Fn
key to be pressed while enabled.
Enabling the Function (Fn) lock
1. Press the Fn+Esc keys.
NOTE: Other secondary function keys on 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 the default actions.
Turning stealth mode on/off
1. Press the Fn+F7 key combination (Fn key not needed if Fn lock is enabled) 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 enable 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.
4. Select Stealth Mode Control.
NOTE: Stealth mode is enabled by default.
5. To disable stealth mode uncheck the Enable Stealth Mode option.
6. Click Apply changes and click Exit.
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Enabling and disabling the wireless (WiFi) feature
1. To enable wireless Networking, press Fn + PrtScr.
2. Press Fn + PrtScr 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.
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-degree until it clicks back into place.
4. Close the display lid.
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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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Quick Disconnect (QD) connector
Latitude fully rugged products come equipped with receptacles for QD (Quick Disconnect) connectors at
the corners. These receptacles allow the connection of optional accessories such as shoulder straps.
Installing the QD connector
1. Align the QD connector to the receptacle on the corner of the computer.
2. Press and hold the button on top of the QD connector.
3. Insert the QD connector into the receptacle, while holding the button pressed.
4. Release the button after the connector is seated in the receptacle to secure it.
Removing the QD connector
1. Press and hold the button on top of the QD connector.
2. Pull the connector out of the receptacle while holding the button pressed.
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Technical specifications
NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your
computer in:
• Windows 10, click or tap Start → Settings → System → About.
• Windows 8.1 and Windows 8, from the charms sidebar, click or tap Settings → Change PC
settings. In the PC Settings window, select PC and devices → PC Info.
•Windows 7, click Start , right-click My Computer, and then select Properties.
System information specifications
Feature Specification
DRAM bus width 64 bit
Flash EPROM SPI 128 Mbits
PCIe 3.0 bus 8.0 GHz
Processor specifications
Feature Specification
Types Intel Core i3/i5/i7 series
L3 cache up to 4 MB
External bus
frequency
2133 MHz
Memory specifications
Feature Specification
Memory
connector
Two SODIMM slots
Memory capacity 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB
Memory type DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz
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Feature Specification
Minimum memory 4 GB
Maximum memory 32 GB
Audio specifications
Feature Specification
Type four channel high definition audio
Controller HDA Codec - ALC3235
Stereo conversion 24 bit (analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog)
Interface (internal) HD audio
Interface (external) microphone in/stereo headphones/external speakers connector
Speakers one mono speaker
Internal speaker
amplifier
2 W (RMS)
Volume controls Volume up/Volume down buttons
CAUTION: Adjustment of volume control, as well as the equalizer in the operating system and/or
equalizer software, to other settings than the center position may increase the earphones and/or
headphones output and cause hearing damage or loss.
Video specifications
Feature Specification
Type integrated on system board
Controller (UMA)
— Intel core
i3/i5/i7
Intel HD Graphics 520
Communication specifications
Feature Specification
Network adapter 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet (RJ-45)
Wireless • WLAN with Bluetooth 4.1 enabled
• WWAN
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Port and connector specifications
Feature Specification
Audio one microphone/stereo headphone/speakers connector
Video • one 19-pin HDMI port
• one 15-pin VGA port
Network adapter one RJ45 connector
Serial port one DB9 pin serial port
Docking port one
USB ports • one 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant port
• one 9-pin USB 3.0-compliant port with PowerShare
• one USB 3.0 port and memory card reader/PC card reader/Express card reader
(optional)
SIM card slot one micro-SIM slot with security feature
Display specifications
Feature Specification
Type WLED display
Size 11.6 inches
Height 190.00 mm (7.48 inches)
Width 323.5 mm (12.59 inches)
Diagonal 375.2 mm (14.77 inches)
Active area (X/Y) 309.4 mm x 173.95 mm
Maximum
resolution
1366 x 768 pixels
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Operating angle 0° (closed) to 180°
Maximum viewing
angles (horizontal)
+/- 70° minimum for HD
Maximum viewing
angles (vertical)
+/- 70° minimum for HD
Pixel pitch 0.1875 mm
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