The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft®
Windows® logo key,
, which supports the Windows operating systems.
See the Tell Me How help file for information on your computer's supported
key combinations.
HINT: To turn off your
computer, perform a
Windows shutdown.
Press the power button to turn on the computer or to initiate standby mode.
Depending on the computer's power management settings, pressing the
power button may activate hibernate or shutdown mode instead.
If the computer stops responding, press and hold the power button until the
computer turns off completely (this may take several seconds).
When you close the display, this button activates a power conservation
mode that you can select on the Microsoft Windows Power Options
Properties window.
NOTICE: Do not press the display-close button with your finger.
HINT: The computer
turns on the fan only when
the computer gets hot. It
may run most of the time
or very seldom, depending
on your use of the
computer. Because the fan
spins at a high rate of
speed, it may make a
noise. This noise is normal
and does not indicate a
problem with the fan or
the computer.
The fan works with the air intakes to prevent the computer from
overheating. When the computer gets hot, the small internal fan turns on
and draws air through the air intakes to cool the computer. Hot air is
expelled through the fan exhausts.
CAUTION: Do not push objects into or block the fan exhaust.
Doing so can cause fire or damage the interior components. Keep
the opening free from dust and other foreign particles.
The slot lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the
computer. Complete instructions for installing antitheft devices are usually
included with the device.
NOTICE: Antitheft devices are of differing designs. Before you buy one, make
sure it will work with the security cable slot in the computer.
The PC Card slot has one connector that supports various types of PC
Cards, including modems and network cards. See the Tell Me How help file
for more information on supported PC Cards and for installation and
removal instructions.
Use this connector to connect the external
media bay.
NOTICE: When you remove the media bay cable from the computer or a
device, press in on the cable securing clips while pulling the cable connector
straight out. Do not insert or pull out the connector at an angle.
Use this connector to attach an AC adapter to the computer.
HINT: Although the AC
adapter works worldwide,
power connectors vary
among countries. Before
using the AC adapter in a
foreign country, you may
need to obtain a new
power cable designed for
use with the electrical
outlets in that country.
The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the
computer. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer either
turned on or off.
NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, grasp the
adapter cable connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid
damaging the cable.
HINT: The computer
turns on the fan only when
the computer gets hot. It
may run most of the time
or very seldom, depending
on your use of the
computer. Because the fan
spins at a high rate of
speed, it may make a
noise. This noise is normal
and does not indicate a
problem with the fan or
the computer.
The fan works with the air intake to prevent the computer from
overheating. When the computer gets hot, the small internal fan turns on
and draws air through the air intake to cool the computer. Hot air is expelled
through the fan exhaust.
CAUTION: Do not push objects into or block the air intake. Doing
so can cause fire or damage interior components. Keep the
opening free from dust and other foreign particles.
Use this connector to attach your computer to the optional port replicator.
A port replicator allows you to easily use an external keyboard, mouse, and
monitor with your computer. An advanced port replicator also includes a
network adapter for connecting your computer to a network.
HINT: The port
replicator may not be
available in certain
countries. Refer to the
documentation that came
with your port replicator
for instructions on
attaching external devices
to the port replicator and
connecting your computer
to it.
Slide the battery bay latch to the unlock position, causing the battery to pop
up slightly on one side. While keeping the latch in the unlock position,
pivot the battery up and out of the bay. Release the latch.
To check the charge level, press the battery test button. The appropriate
number of indicators lights up for a few seconds to indicate the amount of
charge remaining in the battery.
The computer is shipped with a partially charged battery in the battery bay.
Dell recommends that you connect an AC adapter to the computer and
fully charge the battery as soon as possible after you unpack the computer.
Your computer comes with a floppy drive installed in the external media
bay. You can also install a CD drive, a DVD drive, or a CD-RW drive in the
external media bay.
NOTICE: To avoid overheating the computer, do not place the external media
bay close to the air intake or fan exhaust.
NOTICE: When a device is not inside the external media bay, the device is
fragile and must be handled carefully to avoid damage. Do not press down on
the device or place a heavy object on top of it. Place extra devices in a travel
case to keep them free of dust and protected from liquids. Store devices in a
safe place.
Before you remove a device from the external media bay, turn off the
computer. After you install a device in the external media bay, reboot the
computer so that the device is recognized by the operating system. See the
Dell Solutions Guide that came with the computer for information on
swapping devices without shutting down the computer.
turns on when the computer reads or writes
data.
turns on when you press 
to
enable the numeric keypad.
turns on when you press 
to
enable the uppercase letter function.
turns on when you press 
to
enable the scroll lock function.
is flashing.
turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery
charge status. Indicator states include:
turns on when the computer is turned on.
, which supports the Windows operating systems.
See the 
connector.
connector.
