Contents 1 Finding information and resources..............5 2 System overview....................6 3 Quick setup......................9 4 Removing and installing components............11 ...................... 11 Opening the hard drive bay doors ......................11 Closing the hard drive bay doors .......................... 11 Removing the battery ..........................
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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display latch microphone privacy shutter (optional) camera (optional) camera-status light (optional) microphone QuadCool thermal chamber outdoor readable display/touchscreen (optional) power button stylus SD Card reader USB 3.0 port optical disk drive (optional)/hot-swap bridge smart-card reader (optional) battery (optional) fingerprint reader (optional) hard drive PCMCIA/ExpressCard reader (optional) battery status light...
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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.
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 www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
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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.
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 any other computer with your computer.
To remove the battery: a. Push and hold the battery release button to the right while pulling on the plastic battery tab. Installing the battery Slide the battery into its slot until it clicks into place. Press firmly on the door until it clicks and latch is engaged. Removing the hard drive Push the latch button down.
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: White Green...
Customizing the backlit keyboard in System Setup (BIOS) Turn off the computer. Turn on the computer and at the Dell logo, tap the F2 key repeatedly to bring up the System Setup menu. Under System Configuration menu, select RGB Keyboard Backlight..
Disabling stealth mode in the system setup (BIOS) Power off the computer. Power on the computer and at the Dell logo, tap the F2 key repeatedly to bring up the System Setup menu. Expand and open the System Configuration menu.
NOTE: Stealth mode is enabled by default. To disable stealth mode uncheck the Enable Stealth Mode option. Click Apply changes and click Exit. Enabling and disabling the wireless (WiFi) feature To enable wireless Networking, press Fn + PrtScr. Press Fn + PrtScr again to disable wireless Networking.
Smart cards There are two main types of Smart or Common Access Cards (CAC): Enclosed Smart Cards — These cards have a contact area with many gold plated connection pads. When inserted into a card reader, the information from the chip can be read and written. Insert the card into the smart card slot with the gold contact pad facing upward and pointing toward the smart card slot.
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, click or tap Start →...
Feature Specification 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 2 W (RMS) amplifier 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.
Feature Specification Docking port USB ports • one 4–pin USB 2.0–compliant port • one 9-pin USB 3.0-compliant port with PowerShare • two 9-pin USB 3.0-compliant ports SIM card slot one micro-SIM slot with security feature Display specifications Feature Specification Type WLED display Size 14.0 inches...
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