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LATITUDE freedom from business as usual Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook LATITUDE ™ E5500 and E5400 Technical Guidebook *See important information at end of document 1 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 2
CONTENTS Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook E-Family Overview Key Features All Day Computing* All-Day Battery Life* Connectivity Dell ControlPoint Inspired Design Durable Design Usability Docks and Peripherals Peace of Mind Dell Services Security Total Control of ownership System Management - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 3
tired of having my workflow interrupted because my battery lets me down. I need a notebook that looks good and doesn't slow me down with a difficult-to-use keyboard or trackpad. If I have lots of trouble using it, it's worthless to me. Latitude™ E-Family Answer Dell is inspired by you. You're tired - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 4
* supports all current wireless technology like Wi-Fi®, mobile broadband*(available on E5400 only), Bluetooth® 2.1, and, High Performance Wireless draft-n. ƒ Seamless transitions from on-the-move to desktop with new Latitude family docking solutions. ƒ Dell ControlPoint™ creates an awesome user - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 5
All Day COMPUTING Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook I can stay connected and productive virtually anywhere and everywhere.* *See important information at end of document 5 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 6
Day Battery Life* Dell introduces a dramatic step forward in battery life: batteries that can last and last for all-day computing. An optional 9-cell battery can free you to work for up to a full 8-hour work day*. Extend your battery service with optional Extended Battery Service* during your system - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 7
on E5400 only). WiFi Catcher™ Wireless on/off switch and sniffer button allows user to easily find out if a connection is available, even when the system is off. Use the switch to turn off antennas when not in use to save battery life. Easy to check for available networks without opening or - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 8
2.1 update for Windows Vista® OS. Compared to the previous Dell 360/Bluetooth 2.0 combination, the new Dell Bluetooth 2.1 offerings can provide longer battery life and easier pairing for Bluetooth 2.1-capable devices. Allows cable-free computing with Bluetooth enabled devices such as keyboards, mice - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 9
your notebook the way you need it. With a single hot key combination, you have access to the settings you need: power management, displays and devices, connections, security and system information. Consistent visual user interface throughout all these applications means easy, natural interaction for - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 10
Dell ControlPoint Power Settings The ControlPoint Power Settings module provides a wide-ranging set of power management configuration, alerting capabilities and sleep modes. Battery Status Quickly view battery status, available charge and health. Users can also easily configure advanced power - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 11
The Dell ControlPoint Display & Devices module provides a variety of configurable settings for your display as well as other devices attached or installed with your system. Some key configurable features include the presentation mode with projectors, ambient light sensor and keyboard backlighting - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 12
Ethernet, Dial-Up, Wi-Fi, Mobile Broadband*(available on E5400 only) and GPS (available on E5400 only) Users can also enable and disable any of the available radios on their notebook - Wi-Fi, Bluetooth all devices ƒ Error and Connection Status log ƒ Profile import/export and locking Latitude E5500L, - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 13
technologies. Security Status Quickly view system security status Manage Logins and Passwords Require fingerprint for login Set a pre-boot password Manage Windows® password settings Manage Data Protection Set hard drive password Manage document vault Manage encryption Latitude E5500L,aEti5tu4d0e0 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 14
INSPIRED DESIGN. Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook My notebook should work as hard as I do. *See important information at end of document 14 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 15
Design Latitude E5500 and E5400 have been designed to deliver proven technologies for everyday computing. They provide exceptional value without compromising essential features. Exceptional durability with redesigned robust hinges & latches. Strike Zone™ helps improve hard drive protection in - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 16
Outstanding Usability Excellent usability with redesigned keyboards that deliver accuracy, comfort, and outstanding feel. Latitude notebooks are designed for the ultimate user experience with one click access to all user settings with new Dell ControlPoint software. LaLtaittuitduedeE5E550500,0E, - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 17
Dual Digital Monitor capabilities along with legacy ports - The noncompromise station designed for enhanced usability at desk supports hot and warm docking. E- 5E4504000TeTcehcnhincaiclaGl Guiudiedbeobookok E-Port Plus side and back views E-Port side and back views E-Legacy Extender can be attached - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 18
E-Flat Panel Stand The Integrated Flat Panel Stand is a functional stand designed for the new Latitude E-Port and E-Port Plus. It accepts Dell Flat Panels via the Dell Quick Connect connector (default) as well as standard VESA mount (requires screws). LaLtaittuitduedeE5E550500,0E, - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 19
View Laptop Stand This stand provides an innovative way to use the notebook LCD versus an external monitor at the end users desk. E-Family notebook stand is adjustable and enables the user to elevate the LCD panel to a comfortable position. It also requires significantly less desk space than a dock - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 20
Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook PEACE OF MIND IS PART OF THE PACKAGE. My data should be mine and mine alone. *See important information at end of document 20 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 21
Options featuring Keep your Hard Drive*, Dell ProSupport Certified Data Destruction* services. Dell ProSupport Data Recovery helps enable you to recover data when you have a failed hard drive and did not back up your system. Solve asset issues while keeping end users productive on the road - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 22
- Options to help customers more effectively execute Windows Vista® migrations and E-Family deployments ImageDirect Service is cross-platform to help ensure a streamlined transition to new Latitude E-family systems from legacy Dell products. With ImageDirect, your image is only a few mouse clicks - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 23
configuration, you can reclaim wasted time and redirect it toward growing your business. Dell can deliver an exceptionally secure system directly from the factory that covers all four key aspects of security: System Protection, Access Control, Data Protection and Malicious Threats prevention. With - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 24
. The Latitude E5500 and E5400 are designed with these multi-factor authentication technologies: ƒ Integrated fingerprint reader option ƒ Smart card reader option through PCMCIA slot Furthermore, we make security easy for the user as well by providing easy to use software that supports multiple - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 25
Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook PUTS IN THE HOURS. WORKS WELL WITH OTHERS. ALWAYS COMES IN UNDER BUDGET. Notebook deployment to the field and management should not be rocket science. *See important information at end of document 25 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 26
cost a fortune coupled with business-class service that is truly first class. Freedom Dell ImageWatch™ is a flexible and easy to use tool that enables proactive transition management for Dell customers. Compatible peripherals, adapters, and docking Share accessories among users and among systems - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 27
ƒ Energy Efficient Technologies (CPU, LED Backlight etc.) ƒ 87% Averaged Efficiency for E-Family External Adapters Minimize Toxins ƒ WW RoHS (Lead-Free) Compliant since July 2006 ƒ China RoHS Compliant ƒ Mercury Free LCD Panels (Available on Latitude XT, E4300, E4200) Minimize Waste ƒ Recycled - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 28
Core Technologies Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook *See important information at end of document 28 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 29
Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor Dell Latitude E5500 and E5400 are equipped with Intel® Core™ 2 Duo mobile technology, featuring the Intel GE45 Express chipset. You get powerful mobile dual-core processors with 3MB or 6MB Level 2 cache and up to 4GB* of 800MHz dual-channel DDR2 system memory*. Intel - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 30
balancing of shared system memory usage between graphics and other applications with DVMT 5.0 Users can experience the latest power conservation features of Intel GMA 4500MHD. Intel® Graphics Power Modulation Technology helps extend battery life through dynamic switching of render core voltage and - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 31
Product Gallery Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook *See important information at end of document 31 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 32
Depth: 9.61"/244mm Height: 1.46"/37mm Robust redesigned metal hook Ambient light sensor can be customized in Dell ControlPoint to adjust display and backlit keyboard brightness Precision-tuned keyboard Hot Key to launch Dell ControlPoint console Wi-Fi Catcher Quick touch volume up, down - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 33
E5400 Right View LaLtaittuitduedeE5E550500,0E, 5E4504000TeTcehcnhincaiclaGl Guiudiedbeobookok Optical Drive Headphone jack Microphone Jack Lock Slot AC adapter plug 2 USB ports *See important information at end of document 33 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 34
E5400 Left View LaLtaittuitduedeE5E550500,0E, 5E4504000TeTcehcnhincaiclaGl Guiudiedbeobookok VGA port LAN 10/100/100 Optional Modem port PC Card Slot S-Video 1394 2 USB Port *See important information at end of document 34 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 35
Guiudiedbeobookok Latitude E5400 Technical Specifications Processors Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo and Celeron Processors Up to T9400 (2.53GHz, 6MB L2 Cache) Operating Systems Genuine Windows Vista® Business Genuine Windows Vista® Home Basic Genuine Windows Vista® Business Bonus with Windows XP Professional - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 36
: 1.48"/37.5mm Robust redesigned metal hook Precision-tuned keyboard Wi-Fi Catcher Quick touch volume up, down and mute buttons SD/MMC Card Reader Hot Key to launch Dell ControlPoint console Robust hinge construction Optional fingerprint reader is located at the bottom of the right - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 37
E5500 Right View LaLtaittuitduedeE5E550500,0E, 5E4504000TeTcehcnhincaiclaGl Guiudiedbeobookok Optical Drive 1394 Headphone jack Microphone Jack Lock Slot AC adapter plug 2 USB ports *See important information at end of document 37 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 38
E5500 Left View LaLtaittuitduedeE5E550500,0E, 5E4504000TeTcehcnhincaiclaGl Guiudiedbeobookok Serial Port VGA port LAN 10/100/100 Optional Modem port PC Card Slot S-Video 2 USB Port *See important information at end of document 38 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 39
Guiudiedbeobookok Latitude E5500 Technical Specifications Processors Intel® CoreTM 2 Duo and Celeron Processors Up to T9400 (2.53GHz, 6MB L2 Cache) Operating Systems Genuine Windows Vista® Business Genuine Windows Vista® Home Basic Genuine Windows Vista ® Business Bonus with XP Professional - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 40
Detailed Technical Overview and Configuration Specifications Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook *See important information at end of document 40 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 41
(Montevina) TPM 1.2* Security Device (Trusted Platform Module) (where available) Broadcom 5756/5761 Gigabit Ethernet Controller E5500 E5400 x x 16KB located at TPM1P2 on chipset x x Processors (speed, system bus, wattage, cache) E5500, E5400 Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor T9400 (2.53GHz - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 42
Technical Guidebook Memory Latitude E5400 and E5500 support a maximum of 4GB of memory* when you use two 2GB DIMMs. 32-bit operating systems, such as the 32-bit version of Microsoft® Windows® XP, can only use a maximum of 4GB of address space. Moreover, certain components within the computer require - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 43
7200 RPM 250GB* SATA 7200 RPM 120GB* SATA Full Disk Encryption 5400 RPM Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook E5500 x x x x x x E5400 x x x x x x Specialty Storage Options Full Disk Encryption hard drives provide hardware encrypted data protection which can be activated within a few seconds - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 44
Removable Storage Options Optical Drive in Module Bay DVD+/-RW DVD-ROM Combo Drive CD-RW Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook E5500, E5400 8x SATA Roxio® & Cyberlink PowerDVD™ software 8x SATA Cyberlink PowerDVD™ software 24x SATA Cyberlink PowerDVD™ software Expandability - external slots - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 45
Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Ports and Connectors USB 2.0 IEEE 1394 Video Network Adapter Modem Audio 4 Total 4-pin USB 2.0 compliant connectors Total includes one with powered USB and one with eSATA functionality IEEE 1394a 4-pin connector VGA S-video RJ-45 network adapter RJ-11 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 46
, site monitor, link status, adapter configuration and diagnostics Microsoft® WHQL certified for Windows® XP and Windows Vista® Hardware and software on/off disables transmit and receive to comply with aviation in-flight restrictions Wireless enable and wireless activity. Compatible with Dell Wi-Fi - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 47
for systems monitor, link status, adapter configuration and diagnostics Microsoft® WHQL certified for Windows® XP and Windows Vista® Hardware and software on/off disables transmit and receive to comply with aviation in-flight restrictions Wireless enable and wireless activity. Compatible with Dell - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 48
11a/b/g/Draft-N) UL, C-UL, CB (IEC 60950) Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software v12.0 Software Support Radio On/Off LED output Humidity Non-Operating Temperature Operating Roaming Microsoft® WHQL certified for Windows® XP and Windows Vista®; Linux® Supported in both hardware and software Single WLAN-LED - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 49
11a/b/g/Draft-N) UL, C-UL, CB (IEC 60950) Intel® PROSet/Wireless Software v12.0 Software Support Radio On/Off LED output Humidity Non-Operating Temperature Operating Roaming Microsoft® WHQL certified for Windows® XP and Windows Vista®; Linux® Supported in both hardware and software Single WLAN-LED - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 50
Latitude E4300 & E4200 Technical Guidebook Wireless Communications - Mobile Broadband* (Available on E5400 only) Dell Wireless 5530 (Tri-band HSDPA 7.2/HSUPA 2.0 & GPS) Carrier AT&T (U.S.) Vodafone (EMEA) TeliaSonera (EMEA) Telstra(EMEA) Network HSPA 3G HSPA 3G HSPA 3G HSPA 3G Speed ( - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 51
Latitude E4300 & E4200 Technical Guidebook Wireless Communications - Mobile Broadband* (Available on E5400 only) Dell Wireless 5720 (EV-DO Rev A & GPS) Carrier Verizon Wireless (U.S.) Sprint (U.S.) TELUS (U.S.) Network EV-DO Rev A EV-DO Rev A EV-DO Rev A Speed (Downlink) 600 Kbps* - 1.4 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 52
Communications - Bluetooth Latitude E4300 & E4200 Technical Guidebook Dell Wireless 370 Bluetooth 2.1 Manufacturer Broadcom® Wireless PAN Standard Form Factor Data Rates BT2.0 (Windows Vista) /BT2.1 (Windows XP) Mini Card Up to 3 Mbps* Frequency Band Range Bluetooth Profiles Supported Data - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 53
Humidity Operating System Driver support Manageability Management Capabilities Alerting Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Integrated on system board RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps PCI-e V1.1x1 1000 Mbps*: 1470mW 100 Mbps*: 780mW 10 Mbps*: 890mW No Link (low power mode): 16mW (TPM disabled) No Link - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 54
(standby operation) IEEE standards compliance Boot ROM Support Network Transfer Rate Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Operating System Driver support Manageability Management Capabilities Alerting Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Integrated on system board RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 55
Security Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Security Hardware Fingerprint Reader UPEK TCS3 TouchStrip™ strip sensor with CMOS active capacitive pixel-sensing technology E5500, E5400 Optional on both Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Smart Card Reader TPM 1.2* Through PC card Standard on - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 56
Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook E Family Docking E-Port Plus Key Features Dimension (h x d x w) Dual Digital Monitor capabilities along with legacy ports. The noncompromise station designed for enhanced usability at desk. Supports hot docking and undocking. 2.11" x 6.69" x 11.33" (53.7 - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 57
1.72 lb (0.78kg) 130W External AC Adapter (Dell Latitude™) 210W External AC Adapter (Dell Precision™) VGA, Display Port, DVI-D 6 x USB, Powered eSATA (shared with 1 USB), RJ-45, Audio and Mic, Lock Slot, E-Monitor Stand Connector 2 1 4 5 3 E-Port Back View (1) E-Monitor Stand Connector (2) eSATA - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 58
Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook E Family Docking E-Legacy Extender Key Features A lightweight (0.45lb,0.2kg) adapter that can be attached system through docking connector) Ports Serial, Parallel, 2 x PS/2, 2 x USB (1) 2 x USB (2) 2 x PS/2 (3) Parallel Port (4) Serial Port (5) Docking - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 59
Controller Options Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Availability by Model Intel GMA 4500MHD Integrated Graphics E5500, E5400 Graphics Memory Windows Vista: up to 783MB shared with 2GB of system memory* Windows XP: up to 1GB shared with 2GB of system memory* Bus Type Memory Interface - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 60
Display Options Latitude E5500, E5400L,aEti5tu4d0e0EA55T0G0, TE5e4c0h0niTceaclhGniuciadleGbuoidoekbook E5500 Display Options 15.4" WXGA (1280x800) Display 15.4" WXGA+ (1440x900) Display with TrueLife™ (Wide View) 15.4" WXGA+ (1440x900) Display (Wide View) Type CCFL Anti-Glare CCFL - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 61
Display Options Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook E5400 Display Options 14.1" WXGA (1280x800) Display 14.1" UltraSharp™ WXGA+ (1440x900) Display Type CCFL Anti-Glare CCFL Anti-Glare Luminance/Brightness (typical) - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 62
Battery Options Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Primary 4-cell Primary 6-cell (low cost) Primary 6-cell Primary 9-cell Availability by Model E5500, E5400 E5500, E5400 E5500, E5400 E5500, E5400 Battery adapter when to 100% capacity the computer is off) - approximately 1 hour to - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 63
Supported Supported Supported Not Supported1 Supported Supported Not Supported1 Not Supported1 Supported Standard 1 BIOS will notify customer to change adapter or undock. 2 Battery charging may be slower when system is powered on. Adapter Specifications Input voltage Input current (max - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 64
Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Keyboard Number of keys Layout Size 83 (U.S. and Canada); 84 (Europe); 87 (Japan) QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji full sized (19-mm key pitch) Touch Pad X/Y position resolution Size 240cpi Width: 73.0-mm (2.9-inch) sensor-active area Height: 42.9-mm (1.7-inch) - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 65
Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Environmental and operating conditions Temperature Range Operating 0° to 35 random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment) Operating 0.66 GRMS Storage 1.3 GRMS Maximum shock (Measured with hard drive in operating status and a 2-ms half-sine - Dell Latitude E5500 | Technical Guide - Page 66
Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook Important Information All Day Computing/Battery Life: Results based on Dell lab testing. Varies by configuration, operating conditions and other factors. Maximum battery capacity decreases with time and use. Battery Charge Times: The 4-cell and 6-cell
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Latitude E5500, E5400 Technical Guidebook
*See important information at end of document
LATITUDE
freedom from business as usual
LATITUDE ™
E5500 and E5400
Technical Guidebook