Dell Latitude E6400 XFR Owner's manual

Dell™ Latitude™ E6400 XFR
Setup and Features Information
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury,
or death.
CAUTION:A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data
and tells you how to avoid the problem.
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your
computer.
Front View
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1 Microphone 16 PC or PC-Express card slot (optional) ( )
2 Camera light (optional) 17 IEEE 1394a connector ( )
3 Display latch and release 18 Fingerprint reader (optional)
4 Camera (optional) 19 Contactless smart-card reader
(see Smart Cards) ( )
5 DirectVue™ Outdoor-Readable Display
(optional touchscreen) 20 Optional touchscreen stylus tether
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Keyboard status lights
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Secure Digital (SD) memory-card reader
( )
7 Volume control buttons 22 Handle (with optional touchscreen stylus and
tether)
8 Power button 23 Touch pad buttons / Track stick buttons
9 USB connectors (2) ( ) 24 Touch pad
10 Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator ( ) 25 Left speaker
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Wireless switch
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Track stick (not available on sealed rubber
keyboard)
12 Audio connectors (2) ( ) 27 Backlit Keyboard (optional rubber backlit
keyboard available)
13 Right speaker 28 Device status lights
14 SIM card reader ( ) 29 Ambient light sensor
15 Media bay (with optical drive) ( )

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Back View
1 PR-481™ Ultra-Performance Chassis Material 8 Security cable slot ( )
2 RJ-11 modem connector ( ) 9 Video connector ( )
3 RJ-45 network connector ( )
10 eSATA/USB connector ( )
4 Battery access panel 11 USB PowerShare connector ( )
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Battery/power lights
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Sealed QuadCool™ thermal management
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Multimode Display Port ( )
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Hard Disk Drive ( )
7 AC adapter ( ) 14 Enclosed Smart-card reader
(see Smart Cards) ( )
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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Bottom View
1 Sealed QuadCool™ thermal management 3 Battery release latches
2 Sliding cover to docking device connector
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Battery Removal
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the
Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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, 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.
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1. Release the rear panel.
a. Push the latch to the right, to its unlocked position.
b. Then, press the latch down.
2. Lower the rear panel.
NOTE: See the battery removal instructions adhered to the edge of the battery.
3. With the battery door open, press in the two battery release latches on the bottom of the
computer.This releases the battery locks.
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4. Use the tab on the edge of the battery to remove the battery from the computer.
Battery Installation
1. Insert battery until you hear a click and a mechanical stop.
2. Rotate the door into place and push shut.
3. Ensure the door is in the fully closed and locked position.
Hard Drive Removal
1. Open the hard drive access door located on the left side panel by pushing the latch towards
the rear of the computer,

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NOTE:
See hard drive removal instructions adhered to the edge of the hard drive.
2. Press in the blue locking button on the right side of the compartment.
3. While pressing in the blue locking button, use the tab on the edge of the hard drive to pull the
hard drive from the compartment.
Hard Drive Installation
1. Insert hard drive until you hear a click and a mechanical stop.
2. Rotate the door into place and press until it clicks into its closed position.
Operation of the PrimoSeal™ Doors
Docking Device Connector Door
The docking device connector door is opened by sliding the door towards the front of the computer to
its fully open position. Reverse this procedure to close the door.

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Back Press-Fit Doors
A press-fit door is opened by inserting a finger into the door slot and pulling the door away from the
computer. To close the door, rotate the door back towards the computer and press until it is in its
fully closed position.
Side Latch Doors
The latch door is opened by sliding the latch towards the rear of the computer, and then rotating the
door down. To close the door, rotate the door back into its closed position and press until you hear it
click into position.
Back Slide Doors
A back slide door is opened by sliding the door to its open position until it clicks into position. Reverse
the procedure to close the door.

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Front Secure Digital Door
The secure digital door is located at the front of the computer behind the handle.
1 Secure digital door
To open the secure digital door, extend the small handle that is built in to the door front.
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Secure digital door handle in extended position
Use the small handle on the door to pull the door open.
1 Secure digital door in its open position
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The Secure Digital card can be fully inserted, allowing the protective door to be closed. Insert the
card into the secure digital slot until it is fully seated in its connector. To release the secure digital
card, press in on the card edge and the reader will eject the card.
Reverse the procedure to close the protective door.
Setup
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that
shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the
Regulatory Compliance Homepage at 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.
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.
1. Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the computer and to the electrical
outlet.
2. Connect the network cable.