Press the power button to turn on the computer or exit a power management mode (see Power Management Modes).
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn off your computer by performing a Microsoft® Windows® operating system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button.
If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off completely (which may take several seconds).
GamePanel —
A small secondary LCD for displaying text and graphical information.
device status lights
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 flashing.
Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status.
Turns on when wireless devices are enabled.
Turns on when Bluetooth®wireless technology is enabled. To enable or disable Bluetooth wireless technology, toggle the wireless switch between the "on" and "off" positions (see wireless switch for more information).
If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the
light operates as follows:
Solid blue: The battery is charging.
Flashing blue: The battery is almost fully charged.
Off: The battery is adequately charged (or external power is not available to charge the battery).
If the computer is running on a battery, the
light operates as follows:
Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off).
Flashing orange: The battery charge is low.
Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low.
touch pad —
Provides the functionality of a mouse (see Touch Pad).
Infrared Sensor —
Consumer Infrared sensor to operate the remote control.
Media control buttons —
Control CD, DVD, and Media Player playback.
Mute the sound.
Play the previous track.
Turn the volume down.
Play the next track.
Turn the volume up.
Stop.
Play or pause.
speakers —
To adjust the volume of the integrated speakers, press the volume control buttons or mute button.
The blue lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:
Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled.
Turns on when the Caps Lock function is enabled.
Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled.
Digital Microphones —
Digital directional microphones for conferencing and chat.
display latch —
Keeps the display closed.
camera Indicator —
The indicator shows solid blue light when the camera is active and off when the camera is not.
Left Side View
1
DVI-I connector (Dual link)
2
S-video connector
3
USB connector
4
IEEE 1394 connector
5
8-in-1 memory card reader
6
optical drive
7
microphone connector
8
headphone connectors (2)
DVI-I Connector —
Used for connecting a DVI or VGA display (through dongle).
S-video connector —
Connects your computer to a TV. Also connects digital audio-capable devices using the TV/digital audio adapter cable.
USB connectors
Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.
IEEE 1394 connector —
Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such as some digital video cameras.
8-in-1 memory card reader —
Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on a memory card. The 8-in-1 media memory card reader reads the following digital media memory cards:
Secure Digital (SD)
SDIO
MultiMediaCard (MMC)
Memory Stick
Memory Stick PRO
xD-Picture Card
Hi Speed-SD
Hi Density-SD
optical drive —
For more information about the optical drive, see Using Multimedia.
microphone connector —
Attach a microphone to this connector.
headphone connectors —
Dual headphone connectors for attaching headphones.
Attach a microphone to the
connector.
Attach headphones to the
connectors.
Right Side View
1
Express card slot
2
wireless switch
3
Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator
4
USB connectors (2)
5
security cable slot
ExpressCard slot —
Supports one ExpressCard. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more information, see ExpressCards.
wireless switch —
You can use this switch to rapidly turn off or on any wireless devices such as WLAN cards and internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology.
1
off
2
on
DELL Wi-Fi Catcher™ network locator —
Push this button to scan specifically for wireless networks in your vicinity.
The Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator has an LED that operates as follows:
Flashing blue: Searching for networks
Solid blue: Strong network found
Solid yellow: Weak network found
Off: No signal found
NOTE: The Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator light appears only when the computer is turned off and wireless networking is activated in the system setup program.
USB connectors
Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.
security cable slot —
Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer (see Security Cable Lock).
Back View
1
air vents
2
AC adapter connector
3
USB connector
4
network connector (RJ-45)
air vents —
The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not 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.
AC adapter connector
Connects 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 adapter with your computer turned either on or off.
CAUTION: 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.
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. 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.
USB connectors
Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer.
network connector (RJ-45)
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, do not plug a telephone line into the network connector.
Connects the computer to a network. The two lights next to the connector indicate status and activity for wired network connections.
For information on using the network adapter, see the device user's guide supplied with your computer.
Bottom View
1
memory module cover
2
battery-bay latch release
3
battery charge gauge/health gauge
4
battery
5
hard drive
6
air vents
memory module cover —
Covers the compartment that contains the memory module connectors.
When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet.
hard drive —
Stores software and data.
air vents —
The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not 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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light operates as follows:
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connectors.
