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Dell Latitude H683D Setup And Quick Reference Manual

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Dell™ Latitude™ E4200
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
This guide provides a features overview, specifications, and quick setup,
software, and troubleshooting information for your computer. For more
information about your operating system, devices, and technologies, see
the Dell Technology Guide at support.dell.com.
Model PP15S
w w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m

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  • Page 1 For more information about your operating system, devices, and technologies, see the Dell Technology Guide at support.dell.com. Model PP15S w w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m...
  • Page 2 ON are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and is used by Dell under license; Intel is a registered trademark, and Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries; Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and the Windows Vista start button logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries;...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About Your Computer Front View Back View Battery Removal Wireless Switch and Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator Setting Up Your Computer Quick Setup Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet Connection Transferring Information to a New Computer Microsoft...
  • Page 4 Dell Diagnostics Reinstalling Software Drivers Identifying Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Using Dell Factory Image Restore Using the Operating System Media Finding Information Getting Help Obtaining Assistance Technical Support and Customer Service DellConnect™ Online Services...
  • Page 5 Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You Call Contacting Dell Index .......
  • Page 6 Contents...

  • Page 7: About Your Computer

    About Your Computer Front View display power button network connector IEEE 1394 connector volume controls ambient light sensor USB connector with PowerShare memory card reader About Your Computer...

  • Page 8: Back View

    11 wireless switch 13 touch pad 15 keyboard status lights 17 Dell Latitude ON™ button (optional) Back View ExpressCard slot air vents USB/eSATA connector AC adapter connector battery About Your Computer Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator fingerprint reader (optional) touch pad buttons (2)

  • Page 9: Battery Removal

    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.

  • Page 10: Wireless Switch And Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator

    Wireless Switch and Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator Use the wireless switch to enable or disable wireless network devices and the Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator to locate networks. For information about connecting to the Internet, see "Connecting to the Internet" on page 14.

  • Page 11: Setting Up Your Computer

    NOTE: Some devices may not be included if you did not order them. NOTE: Use only Dell provided power AC adapters, types PA-12 Family or PA-20 Family. Use of any other adapter may reduce system performance or damage system. 1 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the computer and to the electrical outlet.
  • Page 12 2 Connect the network cable. 3 Connect USB devices, such as a mouse or keyboard. 4 Connect IEEE 1394 devices, such as a DVD player. 5 Open the computer display and press the power button to turn on the computer. Setting Up Your Computer...
  • Page 13 6 Connect to the Internet. See "Connecting to the Internet" on page 14 for more information. Internet service wireless router laptop with wireless connection cable or DSL modem laptop with wired connection Setting Up Your Computer...

  • Page 14: Connecting To The Internet

    NOTE: If you cannot connect to the Internet, see the Dell Technology Guide. If you have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later.

  • Page 15: Transferring Information To A New Computer

    NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 5 Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup. ®...

  • Page 16: Microsoft Windows ® Xp

    ® Microsoft Windows Windows XP provides the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard to move data from a source computer to a new computer. You can transfer the data to the new computer over a network or serial connection, or you can store it on removable media, such as a writable CD, for transfer to the new computer.
  • Page 17 To copy data from the old computer: 1 On the old computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System media. 2 On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Perform additional tasks. 3 Under What do you want to do?, click Transfer files and settings→ Next. 4 On the Which computer is this? screen, click Old Computer→...
  • Page 18 4 On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I want to create a Wizard Disk in the following drive→ Next. 5 Insert the removable media, such as a writable CD, and click OK. 6 When the disk creation completes and the Now go to your old computer message appears, do not click Next.
  • Page 19 #154781 (What Are The Different Methods To Transfer Files From My Old Computer To My New Dell™ Computer Using the Microsoft Operating System?). NOTE: Access to the Dell™ Knowledge Base document may not be available in certain countries. ® ®...
  • Page 20 Setting Up Your Computer...

  • Page 21: Specifications

    Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→ Help and Support and select the option to view information about your computer. Processor Processor type L1 cache L2 cache External bus frequency System Information Chipset Data bus width...
  • Page 22 Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card Reader Cards supported Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type Minimum memory Maximum memory Smart Card Read/write capabilities Cards supported Program technology supported Interface speed EMV level WHQL certification Compatibility Insert/eject cycles Ports and Connectors Audio Mini-Card Network adapter...
  • Page 23 Ports and Connectors (continued) USB, eSATA Video IEEE 1394 E-Dock E-Port Communications Network adapter Wireless Video Video type: Data bus Video controller Video memory Audio Audio type Audio controller two 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors NOTE: One USB connector can be used as an eSATA connector.
  • Page 24 Audio (continued) Stereo conversion Interfaces: Internal External Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Volume controls Display Type (active-matrix TFT) Active X/Y Dimensions: Height Width Diagonal Maximum resolution Refresh rate Operating angle Viewing angles: Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch: WXGA Power consumption (panel with backlight) (typical): WXGA Specifications...
  • Page 25 Keyboard Number of keys Layout Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery Type Dimensions: 4 cell Depth Height Width 6 cell Depth Height Width Slice Depth Height Width 87 (U.S. and Canada); 88 (Europe); 91 (Japan) QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji 240 cpi...
  • Page 26 Battery (continued) Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate) Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output voltage Specifications 0.2 kg (0.44 lb) (4 cell) 0.37–0.38 kg (0.82–0.84 lb) (6 cell) 0.59–0.61 kg (1.3–1.34 lb) (slice) 11.1 VDC (6-cell, slice)
  • Page 27 AC Adapter (continued) Dimensions: Height Width Depth Temperature range: Operating Storage Fingerprint Reader (Optional) Type Physical Height Width Depth Weight (entry configuration) Environmental Temperature range: Operating Storage Relative humidity (maximum): Operating Storage 16 mm (0.63 inch) 63 mm (2.48 inches) 88 mm (3.46 inches) 0°...
  • Page 28 Environmental (continued) Maximum vibration (using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): Operating Storage Maximum shock (measured within head-parked position and a 2-ms half- sine pulse): Operating Storage Altitude (maximum): Operating Storage Specifications 0.66 GRMS 1.3 GRMS 143 G 163 G –15.2 to 3048 m (–50 to 10,000 ft) –15.2 to 10,668 m (–50 to 35,000 ft)

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting Tips

    NOTE: For detailed troubleshooting information, including responding to system messages, see your Service Manual on support.dell.com. Using the Hardware Troubleshooter 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button™ 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press <Enter>...

  • Page 30: Memory Problems

    If the display is connected and powered on, see in your Service Manual on support.dell.com. F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G B L U E Press a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to resume normal operation.

  • Page 31: Lockups And Software Problems

    Lockups and Software Problems NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell computer to the Windows Classic view. The computer does not start up N S U R E T H A T T H E P O W E R C A B L E I S F I R M L Y C O N N E C T E D T O T H E C O M P U T E R A N D T O...

  • Page 32: Dell Technical Update Service

    If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for your computer. To enroll for the Dell Technical Update service, go to support.dell.com/technicalupdate. Troubleshooting Tips If necessary, uninstall and then —...

  • Page 33: Dell Support Utility

    2 Ensure that the Show icon on the taskbar option is checked. NOTE: If the Dell Support Utility is not available from the Start menu, go to support.dell.com and download the software. For more information about the Dell Support Utility, click the question mark...
  • Page 34 Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Dell Drivers and Utilities Media NOTE: The Dell Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not ship with your computer. 1 Attach an external CD/DVD drive or the media base if not already present.

  • Page 35: Reinstalling Software

    Utilities" on page 35). Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media provide approved drivers for your computer. If you install drivers obtained from other sources, your computer might not work correctly.
  • Page 36 Returning to a Previous Device Driver Version 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; otherwise, contact your administrator to enter the Device Manager.

  • Page 37: Restoring Your Operating System

    5 At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next. The drivers that are used by your computer are automatically displayed in the My Drivers—The ResourceCD has identified these components in your system window. 6 Click the driver that you want to reinstall and follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 38: Using Microsoft ® Windows ® System Restore

    Using Microsoft Windows NOTE: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Dell™ computer to the Windows Classic view. Starting System Restore 1 Click Start 2 In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>.

  • Page 39: Using Dell Factory Image Restore

    Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on certain computers. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 When the Dell logo appears, press <F8> several times to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options window. 3 Select Repair Your Computer.

  • Page 40: Using The Operating System Media

    NOTE: Depending on the region from which you ordered your computer, or whether you requested the media, the Dell Drivers and Utilities media and Dell Operating System media may not ship with your computer. Reinstalling Windows NOTE: The reinstallation process can take 1 to 2 hours to complete.

  • Page 41: Finding Information

    Your Service Tag/Express Service Code is located on your computer. • A diagnostic program for your computer • Drivers for your computer NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. • Notebook System Software (NSS) Reinstall your operating system Finding Information...
  • Page 42 The Dell Latitude ON User’s Guide may have shipped with your computer. NOTE: Dell Latitude ON is optional. Dell Latitude ON™ Reader Help File The Dell Latitude ON Reader Help file is available on your hard drive. NOTE: Dell Latitude ON is optional. Finding Information Contents •...
  • Page 43 Document/Media/Label Dell™ Systems Management Administrator's Guide The Dell Systems Management Administrator's Guide is available at support.dell.com. ® ® Microsoft Windows License Label Your Microsoft Windows License is located on your computer. Contents ® • About Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), including overview, features, setup, and configuration information.
  • Page 44 Finding Information...

  • Page 45: Getting Help

    1 See "Troubleshooting Tips" on page 29 for information and procedures that pertain to the problem your computer is experiencing. 2 See "Dell Diagnostics" on page 33 for procedures on how to run Dell Diagnostics. 3 Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 50.

  • Page 46: Technical Support And Customer Service

    Dell's support service is available to answer your questions about Dell™ hardware. Our support staff uses computer-based diagnostics to provide fast, accurate answers. To contact Dell's support service, see "Before You Call" on page 49, and then see the contact information for your region or go to support.dell.com. DellConnect™...

  • Page 47: Autotech Service

    "Contacting Dell" on page 51. Automated Order-Status Service To check on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered, you can go to support.dell.com, or you can call the automated order-status service. A recording prompts you for the information needed to locate and report on your order.

  • Page 48: Product Information

    If you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to place an order, visit the Dell website at www.dell.com. For the telephone number to call for your region or to speak to a sales specialist, see "Contacting Dell"...

  • Page 49: Before You Call

    Service Tag (located on the back or bottom of your computer). Remember to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 50). If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for assistance and call from a telephone at or near the computer. You may be...
  • Page 50 Address: Phone number: Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer): Express Service Code: Return Material Authorization Number (if provided by Dell support technician): Operating system and version: Devices: Expansion cards: Are you connected to a network? Yes No...

  • Page 51: Contacting Dell

    To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1 Visit support.dell.com, and verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu at the bottom of the page. 2 Click Contact Us on the left side of the page, and select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
  • Page 52 Getting Help...

  • Page 53: Index

    AC adapter, 11 IEEE 1394 devices, 12 Internet, 14 network, 13 network cable, 12 USB devices, 12 contacting Dell, 45, 51 Dell contacting, 45, 51 software updates, 33 Support Utility, 33 technical support and customer service, 46 Technical Update Service, 32...
  • Page 54 (continued) Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator, 10 wireless switch, 10 Notebook System Software, 41 operating system Dell Factory Image Restore, 39 media, 40 reinstalling, 41 System Restore, 37 Operating System media, 41 operating system product key, 43 phone numbers, 51...
  • Page 55 22 processor, 21 smart card, 22 system information, 21 touch pad, 25 video, 23 support, 45 contacting Dell, 51 DellConnect, 46 online services, 46 regional, 46 technical support and customer service, 46 support information, 42 System Restore, 37-38...
  • Page 56 7 warranty information, 42 Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator, 10 Windows License label, 43 Windows Vista Dell Factory Image Restore, 39 Device Driver Rollback, 36 Program Compatibility wizard, 32 reinstalling, 41 returning to a previous device driver version, 36 System Restore, 37-38...

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