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    Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide Model PP06S Click the links to the left for information on the features and operation of your computer. For information on other documentation included with your computer, see " Finding Information ."  Notes, Notices, and Cautions  Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list o[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  About Your Computer Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Front View  Left View  Right View  Back View  Bottom View  Front View  display latch — Keeps the display closed.  display — For more information about your display, see " Using the Display ."  [...]

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    If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows: ¡  Solid green: The battery is charging. ¡  Flashing green: 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 ope[...]

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    The green and blue lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:  Left View   security cable slot — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device. Turns on when wireless devices are enabled. Turns on when Bluetooth ® wireless [...]

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     D/Bay connector — Connects the computer to the Dell D/Bay.  USB connector  air vents — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.   infrared sensor — Lets you transfer files from your computer to another infrared - compatible device without using cable c[...]

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    smart card slot — Supports one smart card. For more information, see " Using Smart Cards ."  PC Card slot — Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more information, see " Using PC Cards ."  audio connectors  Back View   netwo[...]

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     video connector   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.   air vents — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents[...]

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     battery - bay latch releases — Release the battery. See " Using a Battery " for instructions.  battery charge gauge — Provides information on the battery charge. See " Using a Battery " for instructions.  battery — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electri[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Appendix Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Macrovision Product Notice  FCC Notices (U.S. Only)  Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by [...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Alert Standard Format (ASF) Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide Alert Standard Format (ASF) is a Distributed Management Task Force (DMTF) management standard that specifies "pre - operating system" or "operating system absent" alerting techniques. The standard is designed to generate a[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Using a Battery Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Battery Performance  Checking the Battery Charge  Conserving Battery Power  Power Management Modes  Configuring Power Management Settings  Charging the Battery  Replacing the Battery  Storing a Battery [...]

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    Microsoft ® Windows ® Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter, double - click the icon on the taskbar. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears.  Charge Gauge By either pressing once or pressing and holding the status button on the charge gauge on th[...]

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    To enter standby mode: l  Click Start ® Shut Down ® Stand by . or l  Depending on how you set the power management options in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, use one of the following methods: ¡  Press the power button. ¡  Close the display. ¡  Press <Fn><Esc>. To exit stan[...]

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     Replacing the Battery   To remove the battery:  1. Ensure that the computer is turned off, suspended in a power management mode, or connected to an electrical outlet.  2. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.  3. Slide the b[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  UsingtheDell™D/Bay Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  About the Dell D/Bay  Removing and Installing Devices When the Computer is Turned Off  Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running   About the Dell D/Bay YoucaninstallDellLatitude[...]

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     3. Press the device latch release so that the latch release pops out.  4. Pull the device by the latch release to remove the device from the D/Bay.  5. Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel a click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush with the bay. Windows XP automatically recognizes the n[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Playing a CD or DVD  Adjusting the Volume  Adjusting the Picture  Playing a CD or DVD  1. Press the eject button on the front of the drive.  2. Pull the tray out.  3. Place the disc, label side up, in [...]

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    When the meter is enabled, adjust the volume with the volume control buttons or by pressing the following keys: l  Press <Fn> <PageUp> to increase volume. l  Press <Fn> <PageDn> to decrease volume. l  Press <Fn> <End> to mute volume. For more information about QuickSet, right - click the icon in the task[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Cleaning Your Computer Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Computer, Keyboard, and Display  Touch Pad  Floppy Drive  CDs and DVDs   Computer, Keyboard, and Display  l  Use a can of compressed air to remove dust from between the keys on the keyboard. l  Moisten a sof[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Using the Dell Diagnostics Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Dell Diagnostics  Dell Diagnostics   When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in " Solving Problems " and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for[...]

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    1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD.  2. Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again.  3. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Using the Display Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Adjusting Brightness  Switching the Video Image  Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate  Dual Independent Display Mode  Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays  Adjusting Brightness WhenaDell™computer?[...]

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    "extended desktop" mode). This mode allows you to use both screens independently and drag objects from one screen to the other, effectively doubling the amount of viewable work space.  1. Connect the external monitor, TV, or projector to the computer.  2. Under Pick a category , click Appearance and Themes .  3. Under Pick a task[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Reinstalling Software Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Drivers  Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities  Using Microsoft ® Windows ® XP System Restore  Reinstalling Microsoft ® Windows ® XP  Drivers  What Is a Driver? A driver is a program that c[...]

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    3. Click System .  4. In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab.  5. Click Device Manager .  6. Right - click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties .  7. Click the Drivers tab.  8. Click Roll Back Driver . If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve the problem, then use System Restore to[...]

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     8. Click Browse and browse to the location to which you previously extracted the driver files.  9. When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next .  10. Click Finish and restart your computer.  Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detec[...]

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     Undoing the Last System Restore  1. Click the Start button, point to All Programs ® Accessories ® System Tools , and then click System Restore .  2. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next .  3. Click Next . The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts.  4. After the computer restarts, click OK .  Enabling [...]

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     Booting From the Operating System CD  1. Save and close any open files and exit any open programs.  2. Insert the Operating System CD. Click Exit if the Install Windows XP message appears.  3. Restart the computer.  4. Press<F2>immediatelyaftertheDELL™logoappears. If the operating system logo appears,[...]

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     18. Click Finish to complete the setup, and remove the CD.  19. Reinstall the appropriate drivers with the Drivers and Utilities CD.  20. Reinstall your virus protection software.  21. Reinstall your programs.  Notebook System Software (NSS) If you reinstall the operating system for your computer, you should also reinstall the NSS u[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Finding Information Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer.  What Are You Looking For?  Find It He[...]

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    l  Enter the Express Service Code to direct your call when contacting technical support. l  Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, and online courses, frequently asked questions l  Community — Online discussion with other Dell customers l  Upgrades — Upgrade information for components, such as memor[...]

  • Page 34

    Back to Contents Page  After you reinstall your operating system, use the Drivers and Utilities CD ( ResourceCD ) to reinstall drivers for the devices that came with your computer. Your operating system product key label is located on your computer.  NOTE: The color of your CD varies based on the operating system you ordered.[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Getting Help Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Technical Assistance  Problems With Your Order  Product Information  Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit  Before You Call  Contacting Dell  Technical Assistance If you need help with a technical problem, Del[...]

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    apsupport@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) l  Electronic Quote Service apmarketing@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) sales_canada@dell.com (Canada only)  AutoTech Service Dell's automated technical support service — AutoTech — provides recorded answers [...]

  • Page 37

     Before You Call Remember to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist . If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for technical assistance and call from a telephone at or near the computer. You may be asked to type some commands at the keyboard, relay detailed information during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible onl[...]

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    City Code: 11 Hardware and Warranty Support toll - free:0 - 800 - 444 - 0733 Hardware And Warranty Support Services toll - free:0 - 800 - 444 - 0724 Sales 0- 810 - 444 - 3355 Aruba General Support toll - free:800 - 1578 Australia (Sydney) International Access Code: 0011 Country Code: 61 City Code: 2 Website: support.ap.dell.com  E[...]

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    China (Xiamen) Country Code: 86 City Code: 592 Hardware and Warranty Support website: support.dell.com.cn  Hardware and Warranty Support E - mail: cn_support@dell.com  Customer Care E - mail: customer_cn@dell.com  Hardware and Warranty Support Fax 5928181350 HardwareandWarrantySupport(Dell™Dimension™and[...]

  • Page 40

    International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 33 City Codes: (1) (4) Sales 0825004700 Fax 0825004701 Fax (calls from outside of France) 0499754001 Corporate  Hardware and Warranty Support 0825004719 Customer Care 0825338339 Switchboard 0155947100 Sales 0155947100 Fax 0155?[...]

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    Switchboard 012044444 Italy (Milan) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 39 City Code: 02 Website: support.euro.dell.com  Home and Small Business  Hardware and Warranty Support 0257782690 Customer Care 0269682114 Fax 0269682113 Switchboard 0269682112 Corporate  Har[...]

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    Malaysia (Penang) International Access Code: 00 Country Code: 60 City Code: 4 Hardware And Warranty Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories) toll - free:1800881306 Hardware And Warranty Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault) toll - free:1800881386 Customer Care toll - free:180088[...]

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    St. Kitts and Nevis General Support toll - free:1 - 877 - 441 - 4731 St. Lucia General Support 1- 800 - 882 - 1521 St. Vincent and the Grenadines General Support toll - free:1 - 877 - 270 - 4609 Singapore (Singapore) International Access Code: 005 Country Code: 65  Website: support.ap.dell.com  Hardware and Warranty Support (Dimension, [...]

  • Page 44

    Taiwan International Access Code: 002 Country Code: 886  E- mail: ap_support@dell.com  Hardware and Warranty Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, Inspiron, Dimension, and Electronics and Accessories) toll - free:00801861011 Hardware and Warranty Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault) toll - free:00801601256 C[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Fax toll - free:1 - 800 - 727 - 8320 Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard - of - Hearing, or Speech - Impaired toll - free:1 - 877 - DELLTTY (1 - 877 - 335 - 5889) U.S. Virgin Islands General Support 1- 877 - 673 - 3355 Venezuela General Support 8001 - 3605[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Glossary Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your particular computer.  A AC — alternating current — The form of electricity that powers your computer when you plug the AC adapter [...]

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    CD — compact disc — An optical form of storage media, typically used for audio and software programs. CD drive — A drive that uses optical technology to read data from CDs. CD player — The software used to play music CDs. The CD player displays a window with buttons that you use to play a CD. CD -R — CD recordable — A recordable version[...]

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     E ECC — error checking and correction — A type of memory that includes special circuitry for testing the accuracy of data as it passes in and out of memory. ECP — extended capabilities port — A parallel connector design that provides improved bidirectional data transmission. Similar to EPP, ECP uses direct memory access to transfer data[...]

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    HTTP — hypertext transfer protocol — A protocol for exchanging files between computers connected to the Internet. Hz — hertz — A unit of frequency measurement that equals 1 cycle per second. Computers and electronic devices are often measured in kilohertz (kHz), megahertz (MHz), gigahertz (GHz), or terahertz (THz).  I IC — Industry Can[...]

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    memory mapping — The process by which the computer assigns memory addresses to physical locations at start - up. Devices and software can then identify information that the processor can access. memory module — A small circuit board containing memory chips, which connects to the system board. MHz — megahertz — A measure of frequency that eq[...]

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    PXE — pre - boot execution environment — A WfM (Wired for Management) standard that allows networked computers that do not have an operating system to be configured and started remotely.  R RAID — redundant array of independent disks — Amethodofprovidingdataredundancy.SomecommonimplementationsofRAIDinclud[...]

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    S- video TV - out — A connector used to attach a TV or digital audio device to the computer. SXGA — super - extended graphics array — A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024. SXGA+ — super - extended graphics array plus — A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports re[...]

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    write - protected — Files or media that cannot be changed. Use write - protection when you want to protect data from being changed or destroyed. To write - protect a 3.5 - inch floppy disk, slide its write - protect tab to the open position. WXGA — wide - aspect extended graphics array — A video standard for video cards and controllers that s[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Numeric Keypad  Key Combinations  Touch Pad  Changing the Track Stick Cap  Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple funct[...]

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     Radios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology)  Power Management  Speaker Functions  Microsoft ® Windows ® Logo Key Functions To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate, open the Control Panel , click Printers and Other Hardware , and click Keyboard .  Touch Pad The touch pad detec[...]

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    Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad and track stick or adjust their settings.  1. Open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware , and then click Mouse .  2. In the Mouse Properties window: l  Click the Device Select tab to disable the touch pad and track sti[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Passwords Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  About Passwords  Using a System Password  Using an Administrator Password  Using a Hard Drive Password  Enabling Trusted Platform Module (TPM)  About Passwords A system password, an administrator password, and a hard drive pas[...]

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    If you forget the system password and do not have an administrator password assigned, or if you have both a system and an administrator password assigned but forget them both, contact your system administrator or contact Dell .  Using a Hard Drive Password The hard drive password helps protect the data on your hard drive from unauthorized access[...]

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    b.  Click Start ® Programs ® Broadcom Security Platforms Tools . Then, click the icon for the Security Platform Initialization Wizard . c.  Follow the instructions to activate the TPM setup program. d.  Once the process is complete, the computer either restarts automatically or prompts you to restart your computer.  4. Physically acti[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Using PC Cards Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  PC Card Types  PC Card Blanks  Extended PC Cards  Installing a PC Card  Removing a PC Card or Blank  PC Card Types See " Specifications " for information on supported PC Cards. The PC Card slot has one connector[...]

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    The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy or CD that came with the PC Card.  Removing a PC Card or Blank   1. Press the latch and remove the card or blank. For some latches, you must press the la[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Dell™QuickSet Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide Dell™QuickSetprovidesyouwitheasyaccesstoconfigureorviewthefollowingtypesofsettings: l  Network connectivity l  Power management l  Display l  System information Dependingonwhaty[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Adding and Replacing Parts Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Before You Begin  Memory  Modem  Mini PCI Card  Hard Drive  Keyboard  Display  Internal Card With Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology  Coin - Cell Battery  Before You Begin This chapter[...]

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     1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched.  2. Turn off your computer .  3. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.  4. Disconnect any telephone or network cables from the c[...]

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    a.  Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end of the memory module connector until the module pops up. b.  Remove the module from the connector.  4. Ground yourself and install the new memory module:  5. Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot.  6. Slide the m[...]

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     3. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a.  Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot. b.  Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45 - degree angle, and rotate the module down until it clicks into place. If you do not feel the click, remove the module and reinstall it.  4. Replace[...]

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     1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ."  2. Remove the keyboard .  3. Remove the metal shield: a.  Loosen the captive metal - shield screws. b.  Lift the shield on the side near the screw holes, slide the shield tabs out from under the edge of the computer base, and lay the shield aside.  4. If a modem is not [...]

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     Mini PCI Card If you ordered a Mini PCI card with your computer, the card is already installed.   1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ."  2. Remove the keyboard .  3. Remove the metal shield: a.  Loosen the captive metal shield screws. b.  Lift the shield on the side near the screw holes, slide the shield [...]

  • Page 69

    c.  Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector.  5. Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45 - degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the connector until you feel a click.  6. Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card.  7. Replace the metal shield.  8. Replace the keyboard .  Hard Drive  NOTICE: The con[...]

  • Page 70

     To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay:  1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ."  2. Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screws.  3. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.  4. Remove the new drive from its packaging. Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the hard drive. [...]

  • Page 71

     3. Remove the center control cover: a.  Open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it lies flat against your work surface. b.  Starting on the right side of the computer, use a plastic scribe to pry up the center control cover. Lift the cover away from the computer going from the right toward the left, and lay the cover aside. [...]

  • Page 72

     Display   1. Follow the instructions in " Before You Begin ."  2. Remove the two screws labeled "D" from the bottom of the computer.  3. Turn the computer right - side up and open it.  4. Remove the keyboard .  5. Remove the metal shield: a.  Remove the metal shield screw. b.  Lift the shield on the s[...]

  • Page 73

     9. Lift the display away from the computer and lay it aside.  10. Fit the hinges of the replacement display onto the computer base.  11. Secure the screws on the left and right hinges.  12. Connect the display cable to the connector on the system board.  13. Route and connect the antenna cables to the connectors on the Mini PCI card[...]

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     Coin - Cell Battery   1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ."  2. Turn the computer over, loosen the two captive screws on the memory module/coin - cell battery cover, and then remove the cover.  3. Gently pull the coin - cell battery from the system board, and disconnect the cable connector from the system board[...]

  • Page 75

    5. Place the double - sided tape on the replacement coin - cell battery.  6. Affix the replacement battery with the double - sided tape on the system board.  7. Replace the memory module/coin - cell battery cover. Back to Contents Page  1 coin - cell battery 2 battery cable connector 3 battery cable[...]

  • Page 76

    Back to Contents Page  Using the System Setup Program Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Overview  Viewing the System Setup Screens  System Setup Screen  Commonly Used Options  Overview You can use system setup as follows: l  To set or change user - selectable features — for example, your compu[...]

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    l  Diskette Drive l  Modular Bay HDD l  Internal HDD l  CD/DVD/CD - RW Drive During the boot routine, the computer starts at the top of the list and scans each enabled device for the operating system start - up files. When the computer finds the files, it stops searching and starts the operating system. To control the boot devices, sele[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Using Smart Cards Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  About Smart Cards  Installing a Smart Card  About Smart Cards Smart cards are portable credit - card shaped devices with internal integrated circuits. The top surface of the smart card usually contains an embedded processor located unde[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Solving Problems Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e - mail notification of software and hardware updates for your computer. The service is free and can be customized for content, format, and how frequently you receiv[...]

  • Page 82

    For more information about the Dell Support Utility, click the question mark ( ?) at the top of the Dell Support screen.  Drive Problems   CD and DVD drive problems  Problems writing to a CD/DVD - RW drive  If you cannot eject the CD, CD - RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray  If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound CAUTION:[...]

  • Page 83

     Hard drive problems  E - Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems  l  Ensure that the disc is inserted properly.  Allow the computer to cool before turning it on — A hot hard drive may prevent the operating system from starting. Try allowing the computer to return to room temperature before turning it on.  RunCheckDisk ?[...]

  • Page 84

     Error Messages  If the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. Scan the computer for spyware — If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop - up advertisements, or you are having problems connecting to the Internet, you[...]

  • Page 85

    Insert bootable media — The operating system is trying to boot to a nonbootable CD. Insert a CD.  Invalid configuration information - please run System Setup Program — The system configuration information does not match the hardware configuration. The message is most likely to occur after a memory module is installed. Correct the appropriate[...]

  • Page 86

     Keyboard Problems   External Keyboard problems   Seek error — The operating system cannot find a specific track on the hard drive.  Shutdown failure — A chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. Run the System Set tests as described in " Using the Dell Diagnostics ."  Time - of - day clock lost power — Sy[...]

  • Page 87

    Unexpected characters  Lockups and Software Problems   The computer does not start  The computer stops responding  A program stops responding  A program crashes repeatedly  A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system   Disable the numeric keypad — Press <Num Lk> to disable the numeric keypad if n[...]

  • Page 88

     A solid blue screen appears  Other software problems  Memory Problems   Network Problems   Turnthecomputeroff —  If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restar[...]

  • Page 89

     PC Card Problems   Power Problems   Checkthenetworkcableconnector —  Ensure that the network cable is firmly inserted into both the network connector on the back of the computer and the network jack.  Checkthenetworklightsonthenetworkconnector —  No light indicates that no ne[...]

  • Page 90

     Docking Power While the Computer Is Running If a computer is connected to the Dell D/Dock, or Dell D/Port while the computer is running, presence of the docking device is ignored until the AC adapter is connected to the computer.  Printer Problems   Scanner Problems  Check the AC adapter — Check the AC adapter cable connections. I[...]

  • Page 91

     Sound and Speaker Problems   No sound from the integrated speaker  No sound from external speakers  Unlockthescanner —  Ensure that your scanner is unlocked if it has a locking tab or button.  Restart the computer and try the scanner again  Checkthecableconnections —  l  See the scanner [...]

  • Page 92

     No sound from headphones  Touch Pad or Mouse Problems  Video and Display Problems   If the display is blank Run the Dell Diagnostics .  Checktheheadphonecableconnection —  Ensure that the headphone cable is securely inserted into the headphone connector.  AdjusttheWindowsvolumecontrol ?[...]

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     If the display is difficult to read  If only part of the display is readable Back to Contents Page   Connect the computer directly to an electrical outlet — Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on.  Adjust the power properties — Search for the keyword standby in[...]

  • Page 94

    Back to Contents Page  Specifications Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Processor Processor type Intel ® Pentium ® M L1 cache 32 - KB instruction and 32 - KB write - back data cache L2 cache 2 MB External bus frequency 533 MHz  SystemInformation System chip set Intel 82915GM, 82801FBM Processor Side Data bus[...]

  • Page 95

    Interface internal AC'97 bus Network adapter 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN on system board Wireless internal Mini PCI Wi - Fi (802.11b, 802.11b/g, or 802.11a/b/g) and Bluetooth ® wireless technology (optional)  Video Video type integrated on system board, 128 - bit hardware accelerated Data bus integrated video Video controller Intel Extreme[...]

  • Page 96

    Size:  Width 64.88 mm (2.55 - inch) sensor - active area Height 48.88 - mm (1.92 - inch) rectangle  TrackStick X/Ypositionresolution(graphicstablemode) 250 count/sec @ 100 gf Size protrudes 0.5 mm higher than surrounding keycaps  Battery Type 6- cell "smart" lithium ion (53 WHr) (standard) 9- cell "sm[...]

  • Page 97

    Back to Contents Page  Storage – 40°to70°C( – 40°to158°F)(both)  Physical Height 31.9 mm (1.3 inches) Width 278.0 mm (11.1 inches) Depth 238.0 mm (9.5 inches)  NOTE: The weight of the computer varies depending on configuration and manufacturing variability. Weight 1.7 kg (3.8 lb)  Environmental Temperatur[...]

  • Page 98

    Back to Contents Page Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide Click the links to the left for information on the features and operation of your computer. For information on other documentation included with your computer, see " Finding Information ." For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Glossary . If[...]

  • Page 99

    Back to Contents Page  Travelling With Your Computer Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Identifying Your Computer  Packing the Computer  Travel Tips  Identifying Your Computer l  Attach a name tag or business card to the computer. l  Write down your Service Tag and store it in a safe place away from[...]

  • Page 100

     If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen l  Call a law enforcement agency to report the lost or stolen computer. Include the Service Tag in your description of the computer. Ask that a case number be assigned and write down the number, along with the name, address, and phone number of the law enforcement agency. If possible, obtain the name of the[...]

  • Page 101

    Back to Contents Page  Wireless Local Area Network Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Overview  Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network  Overview A WLAN is a series of interconnected computers that communicate with each other over the air waves rather than through a network cable connected to each computer.[...]

  • Page 102

    1. Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about the connection requirements for your broadband modem.  2. Ensure that you have wired Internet access through your broadband modem before you attempt to set up a wireless Internet connection.  3. Install any software required for your wireless router. Your wir[...]

  • Page 103

    2. Double - click Network Connections .  3. Right - click the Wireless Network Connection icon, and then click View Available Wireless Networks . If the Choose a wireless network window states Windows cannot configure this connection , the wireless network card's client utility is managing the wireless network card. If the Choose a wireless[...]

  • Page 104

    Back to Contents Page  Using Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Dell™Latitude™D410User'sGuide  Help and Support Center  Microsoft ® Windows ® Classic View  Desktop Cleanup Wizard  Transferring Information to a New Computer  User Accounts and Fast User Switching  Setting Up a Home [...]

  • Page 105

     2. In the left panel, click Switch to Classic View .  Desktop Cleanup Wizard Your computer is set up to use the Desktop Cleanup Wizard to move program icons that are not frequently used to a designated folder 7 days after you first start your computer and every 60 days after that. The appearance of the Start menu changes as program icons are[...]

  • Page 106

     4. On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen, click Next .  5. On the Which computer is this? screen, click Old Computer and click Next .  6. On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer method you prefer.  7. On the What do you want to transfer? screen, select the items you want to transfer and click Next [...]

  • Page 107

     Setting Up a Home and Office Network  1. Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of your computer or docking device.  2. Connect the other end of the network cable to a network connection device, such as a network wall connector.  Network Setup Wizard The Microsoft ® Windows ® XP operating system provid[...]