Dell Precision M70 User's Guide

Dell Precision M70 Manual

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    Workstation M70 User's Guide Finding Information About Your Computer Using Microsoft® Windows® XP Dell™ QuickSet Features Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using the Display Using the Module Bay Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Module Bay Devices Using a Battery Power Management Connecting to a Wireless
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    Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide Front View Left Side View Right Side View Back View Bottom View Front View 1 display latch 8 speakers 2 display 9 track stick/touch pad buttons 3 power button 10 track stick 4 device status lights 11 volume control buttons 5 keyboard
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    off). ¡ Flashing orange: The battery charge is low. ¡ Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low. keyboard - The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft® Windows® logo key. For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see "Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad." touch
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    enable or disable all wireless devices, press . Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. icon in the system tray and select Disable Bluetooth Radio. Left Side View 1 processor fan air vent 4 PC Card slot 2 security cable slot 5 smart card slot 3 hard drive processor fan air
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    hard drive - Stores software and data. 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." smart card slot - Supports one smart card. For more information, see "Using Smart
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    . For information on transferring data, see Windows Help, the Windows Help and Support Center, or the documentation that came with your infrared-compatible device. network connector (RJ-45) NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid damaging the computer
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    devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector using the optional floppy-drive cable. S-video TV-out connector Connects your computer to a TV. Also connects digital-audio capable devices using the TV/digital-audio adapter
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    . See "Using a Battery." battery-bay latch release - Releases the battery. See "Using a Battery." Mini PCI card/modem/DIMM module cover - Covers the compartment that contains the optional modem, the optional Mini PCI card, and the DIMM module. See "Adding and Replacing Parts." video fan air vent
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    Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide card-mounting brackets, and on the cards themselves. If any one of the labels carries a Class A rating, your entire computer is considered to be a Class A digital device Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the 's instruction manual, may
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    Alert Standard Format (ASF) Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide Alert Standard Format (ASF) -absent alerting technologies. Your computer supports the following ASF alerts and remote Entity Presence Description The docking device has been opened and the PCI slot has been compromised.
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    the following: l Using optical drives, such as DVD or CD drives l Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, or USB devices l Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs such as 3D games l Running the computer in maximum performance mode NOTE: It
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    is at a critically low level. For more information about low-battery alarms, see "Power Management." Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is turned off the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to 100 percent in
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    the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions. 3. Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay. Installing a Battery Ensure that the computer is turned off. Slide the battery into the bay until the latch
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    a floppy drive, optical drive, second battery, or second hard drive in the module bay. About the Device Security Screw NOTE: You do not need to install the device security screw unless you want to prevent the module from being easily removed. Your Dell™ computer ships with a CD/DVD drive installed
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    : To prevent damage to devices, store them in a safe, dry place when they are not installed in the computer. Avoid pressing down on them or placing heavy objects on top of them. 3. Press the device latch release. 1 device security screw 2 device latch release 4. Pull the device out of the module bay
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    5. Push the new device into the bay until it clicks. The operating system automatically recognizes the device. 6. Press the device latch release. 7. If necessary, enter your password to unlock your computer. Back to Contents Page
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    Back to Contents Page Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Module Bay Devices Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide Playing a CD or DVD Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not ship with
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    Settings tab. 3. Click and drag the bar in Screen area to change the setting to 1024 by 768 pixels. 4. Under Color quality, click the drop-down menu and click High Color (16 bit). 5. Click Apply. 6. Click OK to save the settings and close the window. Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device
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    with the TV/digital audio adapter cable (available from Dell), enables you to connect the computer to a TV and/or stereo audio device. The TV/digital audio adapter cable provides connectors for an S-video cable, a composite video cable, and an S/PDIF digital audio cable. 1 S-video TV-out connector
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    NOTE: You can connect an S-video cable directly to the S-video TV-out connector on the computer (without the TV/digital audio adapter cable) if your TV or audio device supports S-video but not S/PDIF digital audio. 2. Connect the TV/digital audio adapter cable to the S-video TV-out connector on your
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    with the TV. Composite Video and Standard Audio 1 TV/digital audio adapter cable 2 composite video cable 3 standard audio cable 1. Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. 2. Connect the TV/digital audio adapter cable to the S-video TV-out connector on the
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    that the computer recognizes and works properly with the TV. Composite Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio 1 TV/digital audio adapter cable 2 composite video cable 3 S/PDIF digital audio cable 1. Turn off the computer and the TV and/or audio device that you want to connect. 2. Connect the TV/digital
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    the Microsoft® Windows® desktop. 2. Insert a DVD into the DVD drive. If the DVD begins playing, click the stop button. 3. Click the Properties (wrench) icon. 4. Click the Audio tab. 5. Click Enable S/PDIF output. 6. Click Apply. 7. Click OK. Enabling S/PDIF in the Windows Audio Driver NOTE: Enabling
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    ® XP Your computer may have either an ATI video-controller card or an NVIDIA video-controller card. See the following subsection that corresponds to the video controller installed in your computer. ATI Video-Controller Card NOTE: Ensure that you properly connect the TV before you enable the display
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    11. Click OK. Back to Contents Page
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    air to clean the lens in the CD/DVD drive, and follow the instructions that come with the compressed air. Never touch the lens in the drive. If you notice problems, such as skipping, with the playback quality of your CDs or DVDs, try cleaning the discs. 1. Hold the disc by its outer edge. You can
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    Using the Dell Diagnostics Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your
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    error code and problem description and follow the instructions on the screen. If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell. NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag. 3. If you
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    a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed. Before you change any of the default display settings, make a note of the default settings for future reference. NOTE: Use only the Dell-installed video drivers
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    then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Display icon and click the Settings tab. 3. Try different settings for Colors and Screen area. NOTE: As the resolution increases, icons and text appear smaller on the screen. If the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display
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    2000 operating systems do not support large desktop display mode. See the documentation that came with your video card for more information. To activate large desktop mode on two external displays that are attached to the VGA or DVI connectors on the docking device, your computer must be connected
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    Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 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 controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyboard
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    or click Extract, follow the extracting instructions, and then read the readme file. If instructed to navigate to the driver files, click the CD directory on the driver information window to display the files associated with that driver. Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XP NOTE: If you are
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    the driver files to your hard drive, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the System icon. 3. Click the Hardware tab. 4. Click Device Manager. 5. Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Modems or
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    and click Help and Support. 2. Click System Restore. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Restoring the Computer to screen appears and the computer restarts. 4. After the computer restarts, click OK. Enabling System Restore If you reinstall Windows XP with less than 200 MB of free hard-disk
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    software. NOTICE: The Operating System CD provides options for reinstalling Windows XP. The options can overwrite files and possibly affect programs installed on your hard drive. Therefore, do not reinstall Windows XP unless a Dell technical support representative instructs you to do so. NOTICE
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    do not have the Dell Drivers and Utilities CD, access the Dell product support website. Click Downloads and select System and Configuration Utilities and Windows XP. Select Dell Notebook System Software and follow the instructions for downloading and installing the Dell Notebook System Software. 21
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    drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. Quick Reference Guide NOTE: The Quick Reference Guide is optional and may not ship with all computers. NOTE: This document is available as a PDF at support.dell.com. Dell™ Product Information Guide Service Tag and Microsoft Windows
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    when contacting technical support. l Solutions - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, online courses, frequently asked questions l Community - Online discussion with other Dell customers l Upgrades - Upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the
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    and fill it out. 4. Use Dell's extensive suite of online services available at Dell Support (support.dell.com) for help with installation and troubleshooting procedures. 5. If the preceding steps have not resolved the problem, contact Dell. NOTE: Call technical support from a telephone near or at
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    fast, accurate answers. To contact Dell's technical support service, see "Technical Assistance" and then call the number for your country as listed in "Contacting Dell." Problems With Your Order If you have a problem with your order, such as missing parts, wrong parts, or incorrect billing, contact
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    on the back 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 Network, version, and network adapter: Programs and versions: See your
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    for servers and EMC® storage products: [email protected] Customer Care City Code: 11 Tech Support Tech Support Services Sales Aruba General Support E-mail (Australia): [email protected] E-mail (New Zealand): [email protected] Australia (Sydney) Home and Small Business
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    ) Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales General Support Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Support Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cn Technical Support E-mail: [email protected] Customer Care E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support Fax Technical Support (Dell™ Dimension
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    Gold Service Switchboard Sales Fax Grenada General Support Guatemala General Support Guyana General Support Website: support.ap.dell.com Technical Support E-mail: [email protected] Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron) Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) Hong
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    outside of Japan (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) Technical Support (PDAs, projectors, printers, routers) International Access Code: 001 Technical Support outside of Japan (PDAs, projectors, printers, routers) Country Code: 81 Faxbox Service 24-Hour Automated Order Service City Code: 44
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    ) Switchboard (Brussels, Belgium) Macao Country Code: 853 Technical Support Customer Service (Xiamen, China) Transaction Sales (Xiamen, China) Website: support.ap.dell.com Malaysia (Penang) Technical Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude) International Access Code: 00 Country Code
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    , Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories) Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) International Access Code: 005 Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault) Country Code: 65 Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia) Transaction Sales Corporate Sales
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    ) Transaction Sales Corporate Sales Website: support.ap.dell.com Thailand Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault) International Access Code: 001 Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia) Country Code: 66
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    Purchase Program (EPP) Customers Dell Sales Dell Outlet Store (Dell refurbished computers) Software and Peripherals Sales Spare Parts Sales Extended Service and Warranty Sales Fax Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech-Impaired General Support General Support toll-free: 1-877-459
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    or data file on a floppy, CD, DVD, or hard drive. As a precaution, back up the data files from your hard drive regularly. battery - An internal power source used to operate portable computers when not connected to an AC adapter and an electrical outlet. battery life span - The length of time
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    that uses a 4-bit prefetch and other architectural changes to boost memory speed to over 400 MHz. device - Hardware such as a disk drive, printer, or keyboard that is installed in or connected to your computer. device driver - See driver. DIN connector - A round, six-pin connector that conforms to
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    transmission. Similar to EPP, ECP uses direct memory access to transfer data and often improves performance. EIDE - enhanced integrated device electronics - An improved version of the IDE interface for hard drives and CD drives. EMI - electromagnetic interference - Electrical interference caused by
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    tiny electronic components are fabricated for use in computer, audio, and video equipment. IDE - integrated device electronics - An interface for mass storage devices in which the controller is integrated into the hard drive or CD drive. IEEE 1394 - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
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    to the PCMCIA standard. Modems and network adapters are common types of PC Cards. PCI - peripheral component interconnect - PCI is a local bus that supports 32-and 64-bit data paths, providing a high-speed data path between the processor and devices such as video, drives, and networks. PCI Express
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    resides on a physically write-protected floppy disk, CD, or DVD. ¡ It is located on a network in a directory and the system administrator has assigned rights only to specific individuals. refresh rate - The frequency, measured in Hz, at which your screen's horizontal lines are recharged (sometimes
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    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 resolutions up
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    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 supports resolutions up to 1280 x 800." X XGA - extended graphics array - A video standard for video cards and controllers that supports
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    Enables and disables the scroll lock Battery Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter. CD or DVD Tray Ejects the tray out of the drive (if Dell QuickSet is installed). Display Functions Switches the video image to the next display option. The options
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    radios, including wireless networking and Bluetooth wireless technology. Power Management Activates a power management mode. You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to activate a different power management mode using the Advanced Tab in the Power Options Properties window.
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    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 stick. l Click the Pointer tab to adjust touch
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    Back to Contents Page Passwords Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide About Passwords Using a Primary/System Password Using an Administrator Password Using a Hard Drive Password Assigning an Asset Tag Enabling Trusted Platform Module (TPM) About Passwords NOTE: Passwords are disabled
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    to enter an owner tag that appears in the system log-on screen and with the primary password prompt. Download the Dell Portables Asset Tag utility from the support.dell.com website to create bootable media (such as a bootable CD or floppy disk), and then use the bootable media to assign an asset tag
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    an Asset Tag." 2. Type asset /d and press . 3. When the computer prompts you to delete the asset tag, type y. Viewing Existing Asset and Service Tags 1. Boot the computer using the bootable media you created in "Assigning an Asset Tag." 2. Type asset and press . Deleting an Asset Tag
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    computer. 2. Install the TPM Software. The TPM software is factory-installed in the C:\Dell\TPM directory. It may also be downloaded from support.dell.com. 3. Run the setup.exe file. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Broadcom Secure Foundation software. If you are using TPM on your
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    user passwords: a. Boot your computer to the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. b. Click Start® Programs® Broadcom Security Platforms Tools. Then, click the icon for the Security Platform Initialization Wizard. c. Follow the on-screen instructions for creating the TPM owner, user passwords, and
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    Using PC Cards Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide PC Card Types PC Card Blanks Extended PC Cards Removing a PC Card or Blank Installing a PC Card PC Card Types See "Specifications" for information on supported PC Cards. NOTE: A PC Card is not a bootable device. The PC Card slot has
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    much resistance, do not force the card. Check the card orientation and try again. 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 disk or CD that came with the PC
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    Contents Page Power Management Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide Power Management Tips Power Management Wizard Power Management Modes Power Options Properties Power Management Tips NOTE: See "Using a Battery" for more information on conserving battery power. l Connect the computer
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    Microsoft® Windows®) for the Network Disabled power scheme to work. The screen allows you to select, create, and edit power scheme settings. In addition, you can delete power schemes that you create, but you cannot delete Dell™ QuickSet predefined power schemes (Maximum Battery, Maximum Performance
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    preset power scheme. Keep the default Portable/Laptop power scheme to maximize battery power. Windows XP controls the performance level of the processor display, and turning off the hard drive. For more information on power management options, see the Help and Support Center. Alarms Tab NOTE:
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    clicking the Enable hibernate support check box. Intel SpeedStep® Technology Tab NOTE: Windows XP controls the performance level Maximum Performance mode) when the computer is running on AC power. When the computer is running on battery power, the processor runs in Battery Optimized mode. l Maximum
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    Problems Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide Drive Problems CD and DVD drive problems Hard drive problems Email, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages Keyboard Problems Lockups and Software Problems Memory Problems Network Problems PC Card Problems Power Problems Printer
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    x is the hard drive letter, and then press . Click the Start button and click My Computer. Email, Modem, and Internet Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTE: Connect the modem to an analog
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    microprocessor has failed. Contact Dell. CD drive controller failure - The CD drive does not respond to commands from the computer. See "Drive Problems." Data error - The hard drive cannot read the data. See "Drive Problems." Decreasing available memory - One or more memory modules may be faulty or
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    the Dell Diagnostics." Hard-disk drive controller failure 0 - The hard drive does not respond to commands from the computer. Shut down the computer, remove the hard drive, and boot the computer from a CD. Then shut down the computer, reinstall the hard drive, and restart the computer. If the problem
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    may be loose. Run the System Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test as described in "Using the Dell Diagnostics." x:\ is not accessible. The device is not ready - Insert a disk into the drive and try again. Warning: Battery is critically low - The battery is running out of charge. Connect
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    the numbers lock light is not lit. Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. The computer does not start up Ensure that the AC adapter is firmly connected to the computer and to the
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    installed and configured properly. l Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. l If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. Back up your files immediately Use a virus-scanning program to check the hard drive, floppy disks, or CDs Save and close any open files or
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    may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more information, go to support.dell.com and search for the keyword spyware. Run the Dell Diagnostics - If all tests run successfully, the error condition is related to a software problem. Memory Problems Fill out the Diagnostics
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    Dell. Check the battery temperature - If the battery temperature is below 0° C (32° F), the computer will not start up. Test the electrical outlet - Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. Check the AC adapter - Check the AC adapter cable
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    of the docking device is ignored until the AC adapter is connected to the computer. AC Power Loss While the Computer Is Docked If a computer loses AC power while docked to the Dell D/Dock or Dell D/Port, the computer immediately goes into low-performance mode. Printer Problems CAUTION: Before you
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    Drivers and Utilities." For Windows 2000 only, ensure that digital audio for the CD drive is enabled - 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the System icon. 3. Click the Hardware tab. 4. Click Device Manager. 5. Double-click DVD/CD-ROM drives
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    - To test the mouse controller (which affects pointer movement) and the operation of the touch pad or mouse buttons, run the Mouse test in the Pointing Devices test group in the Dell Diagnostics. Reinstall the touch pad driver - See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities." Video and Display Problems
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    different settings for Colors, Screen area, and Advanced Settings. Run the Video diagnostics tests - If no error message appears and you still have a display problem, but the display is not completely blank, run the Video device group in the Dell Diagnostics. Then contact Dell. See "Error Messages
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    down your computer and connect an external monitor to the computer. 2. Turn on the computer and the monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. If the external monitor works, the computer display or video controller may be defective. Contact Dell. Back to Contents Page
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    Back to Contents Page Dell™ QuickSet Features Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide Clicking the QuickSet Icon Double-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Right-Clicking the QuickSet Icon Dell QuickSet runs from the icon located in the taskbar and functions differently when you click, double-
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    Back to Contents Page Adding and Replacing Parts Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide Before You Begin Memory Modem Mini PCI Card Hard Drive Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Coin-Cell Battery Before You Begin This chapter provides procedures for removing and
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    modules, including a second battery, if installed. 10. Remove the hard drive. Memory You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. See "Specifications" for information on the memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are intended
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    remove the module and reinstall it 5. Replace the options door. NOTICE: If the door is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it. Forcing the door to close may damage your computer. 6. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical
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    in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer Information. Memory Module DIMM A CAUTION: Before working inside your Dell™ computer, read the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your
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    screws across the top of the keyboard. 7. Replace the central control cover. Starting at the left side of the computer, press down on the control cover until you feel it click into place. 8. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer and an electrical outlet
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    secure the modem to the system board. 7. Replace the options door. Mini PCI Card If you ordered a Mini PCI card with your computer, the card is already installed. CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide
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    Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the connector until you hear a click. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mini PCI card, never place cables on top of or under the card. 5. Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card. 6. Replace the door
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    mode, or in hibernate mode. NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell. To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1. Follow the procedures in
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    the battery. 1 access door NOTICE: Handle the card by its edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts. Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the computer. Continue to ground yourself periodically during this procedure. 1 screw 2 internal card with Bluetooth wireless
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    computer uses a coin-cell battery to maintain the date and time even while the computer is off. However, after several years, this battery may lose its charge. CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in your System Information Guide. 1. Follow the procedures in
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    Back to Contents Page Using the System Setup Program Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide Overview Viewing the System Setup Screens System Setup Screen Commonly Used Options Overview NOTE: Your operating system may automatically configure most of the options available in system setup,
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    to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.) 1. Shut down the computer through the Start menu. 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. Connect the
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    to Contents Page Using Smart Cards Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 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
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    Smart Card Read/write capabilities Cards supported Program technology supported Interface speed EMV level WHQL certification Compatibility Insert/eject cycles Memory Memory module connector Memory module capacities Memory type Minimum memory Maximum memory Ports and Connectors Serial Video Audio USB
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    Mini PCI Modem Network adapter Communications Modem: Type Controller Interface Network adapter Wireless Video Video type Data bus Video controller Video memory LCD interface TV support Audio Audio type Audio controller Stereo conversion Interfaces: Internal External Speaker Internal speaker
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    .) 6.0 W (max.) brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts Keyboard Number of keys Key travel Key spacing Layout Battery Performance" for more information. 500 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum
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    With CD drive and 80 WHr battery 42.4 mm (1.67 inches) 361.2 mm (14.2 inches) 260.4 mm (10.3 inches) 3.035 kg (6.69 lb) typical 3.230 kg (7.12 lb) typical Environmental Temperature range: Operating Storage Relative humidity (maximum): Operating Storage Maximum vibration (using a random-vibration
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    Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide problem. services Dell Precision, and Undock & Go are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Intel, Pentium, and SpeedStep are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, Windows, and Outlook are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Bluetooth
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    , replace any devices installed in the module bay with the Dell TravelLite™ module. l Fully charge the main battery and any spare batteries you plan to carry with you. l Shut down the computer. l Disconnect the AC adapter. NOTICE: When the display is closed, extraneous items on the keyboard or
  • Dell Precision M70 | User's Guide - Page 109
    airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during the flight. All airlines forbid the use of electronic devices during takeoff and landing. If Your office of the company. l Contact Dell customer service to report the missing computer. Provide the computer Service Tag, the case number, and the
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    Area Network Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide Determining Your Network Type Connecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft® Windows® XP Finalizing Your Wireless Network Connection (Security Settings) NOTE: These networking instructions do not apply to Bluetooth® wireless technology
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    settings are unique to your network. Dell cannot provide this information. Connecting to a Network Without Security-Related Requirements 1. In the Preferred networks field, click the name of your wireless network. 2. Click Properties. 3. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select
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    . If you do not see the drop-down menu, you must update your wireless network software before continuing. Download and install the latest version of your wireless-network driver software from the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. 4. From the Data encryption drop-down menu, select your data
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    Back to Contents Page
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    Using Microsoft® Windows® XP Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 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 and Office Network Internet Connection
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    can move data such as: l E-mails l Toolbar settings l Window sizes l Internet bookmarks You can transfer the data to the new computer over a network or serial connection, or you can store it on a removable medium, such as a writable CD or floppy disk, for transfer to the new computer. NOTE: You can
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    New Computer and click Next. 5. On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I want to create a Wizard Disk in the following drive: and click Next. 6. Insert the removable media, such as a floppy disk or CD, and click OK. 7. When the disk creation completes and the Now go to your old computer
  • Dell Precision M70 | User's Guide - Page 117
    and settings? screen, select the method you chose for transferring your settings and files and click Next. Follow the instructions on the screen. The wizard dell.support.com for document #PA1089586 (How Do I Transfer Files From My Old Computer to My New Dell Computer Using the Microsoft® Windows
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    an exception to prevent the code from executing. If your computer supports the DEP technology, it is enabled by default for essential Windows programs and services. For more information about this memory protection technology, search the Microsoft Knowledge Base website for Knowledge Base Article
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Dell Precision™ Mobile Workstation M70 User's Guide
For information on other documentation included with your computer, see "
Finding Information
."
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
Abbreviations and Acronyms
For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the
Glossary
.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc.
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, the
DELL
logo,
DellNet, Dimension, Dell TravelLite, ExpressCharge, Inspiron, Latitude, OptiPlex, PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, PowerVault, Dell
Precision, Strikezone,
and
Undock & Go
are trademarks of Dell Inc.;
Intel, Pentium, and SpeedStep
are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation;
Microsoft, Windows,
and
Outlook
are
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation;
Bluetooth
is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell Inc. under license.;
ENERGY STA
R is a registered
trademark of the U.S Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Dell Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy
efficiency.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any
proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
Model PP15L
May 2005
P/N D5983
Rev. A02
Finding Information
About Your Computer
Using Microsoft
®
Windows
®
XP
Dell™ QuickSet Features
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Using the Display
Using the Module Bay
Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Module Bay Devices
Using a Battery
Power Management
Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network
Using PC Cards
Using Smart Cards
Traveling With Your Computer
Passwords
Solving Problems
Using the Dell Diagnostics
Cleaning Your Computer
Reinstalling Software
Adding and Replacing Parts
Using the System Setup Program
Alert Standard Format (ASF)
Getting Help
Specifications
Appendix
Glossary
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NOTICE:
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CAUTION:
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