FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\title.fm D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 6 / 1 2 / 0 8 – F O R P R O O F O N LY Template Last Updated -3/20/2007 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.
Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. If you purchased a Dell™ n Series computer, any references in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\bookTOC.fm Contents 1 About Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Battery Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Wireless Switch and Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 9 2 Setting Up Your Computer . Quick Setup . . . . . . . . . . . 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\bookTOC.fm Troubleshooting Software and Hardware Problems 30 Dell Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Power Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 . . . . . . . . . . . 35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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About Your Computer Front View 1 2 17 16 3 4 5 15 6 7 14 8 13 9 12 11 10 1 display 2 volume controls 3 power button 4 ambient light sensor 5 network connector 6 USB connector (1) 7 IEEE 1394 connector 8 memory card reader 9 keyboard 10 Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator D E L L C O N F I D E N T I A L – P R E L I M I N A R Y 6 / 1 2 / 0 8 - F O R P R O O F O N LY Template Last Updated - 2/7/2007 About Your Computer 7
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FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\about.fm computer or cause a fire.The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Battery Removal CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\about.fm 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.
Setting Up Your Computer Quick Setup CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\setting.fm 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.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\setting.fm 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. 6 Connect to the Internet. See "Connecting to the Internet" on page 14 for more information.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\setting.fm Connecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service provider (ISP). If you are using a dial-up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem connector on your computer and to the telephone wall connector before you set up your Internet connection.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\setting.fm 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. Microsoft Windows® XP 1 Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 2 Click Start→ Internet Explorer→ Connect to the Internet.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\setting.fm Microsoft Windows® XP 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.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\setting.fm 4 On the Which computer is this? screen, click Old Computer→ Next. 5 On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer method you prefer. 6 On the What do you want to transfer? screen, select the items you want to transfer and click Next. After the information has been copied, the Completing the Collection Phase screen appears. 7 Click Finish.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\setting.fm 6 When the disk creation completes and the Now go to your old computer message appears, do not click Next. 7 Go to the old computer. To copy data from the old computer: 1 On the old computer, insert the wizard disk, and click Start→ Run. 2 In the Open field on the Run window, browse to the path for fastwiz (on the appropriate removable media) and click OK. 3 On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen, click Next.
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FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\specs.fm 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.
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FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\specs.fm Ports and Connectors (continued) USB, eSATA two 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors NOTE: One USB connector can be used as an eSATA connector.
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FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\specs.fm Battery (continued) Weight __ kg (__ lb) (4 cell) __ kg (__ lb) (6 cell) __ kg (__ lb) (slice) Voltage 11.1 VDC (6-cell, slice) 14.8 VDC (4-cell) Charge time (approximate): Computer off approximately 1 hour to 80% capacity approximately 2 hours to 100% capacity Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\specs.fm AC Adapter (continued) Temperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F) Fingerprint Reader (Optional) Type UPEK TCS3 TouchStrip™ strip sensor with CMOS active capacitive pixel-sensing technology Physical Height 19.95–26.82 mm (0.79–1.06 inches) Width 290.6 mm–296.6 mm (11.44–11.68 inches) Depth 204 mm–226 mm (8.03–8.9 inches) Weight (entry configuration) 1 kg (2.
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Troubleshooting Tips CAUTION: Always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover. 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 , and click Help and Support. 2 Type hardware troubleshooter in the search field and press to start the search.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\trouble.fm • Bypass power strips, power extension cables, and other power protection devices to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that any power strips being used are plugged into an electrical outlet and are turned on. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\trouble.fm • See the software documentation for minimum memory requirements. If necessary, install additional memory. • Reseat the memory modules to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory. • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 33). IF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS — • Reseat the memory modules to ensure that your computer is successfully communicating with the memory.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\trouble.fm C H E C K T H E S O F T W A R E D O C U M E N T A T I O N — If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. A program is designed for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD — 1 Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with this version of Windows. 2 In the welcome screen, click Next. 3 Follow the instructions on the screen.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\trouble.fm Dell Support Utility The Dell Support Utility provides self-support information, software updates, and health scans of your computing environment. Access the Dell Support Utility from the icon on the taskbar, or from the Start menu. If the Dell Support icon does not appear in your taskbar: 1 Click Start→ All Programs→ Dell Support→ Dell Support Settings. 2 Ensure that the Show icon on the taskbar option is checked.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\trouble.fm 2 Insert the Drivers and Utilities media. 3 Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press immediately. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; then, shut down your computer and try again. NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\software.fm Reinstalling Software Drivers Identifying Drivers 1 Locate the list of devices for your computer. a Click the Windows Vista Start button™ Computer. b Click Properties→ Device Manager. , and right-click NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear. If you are an administrator on the computer, click Continue; otherwise, contact your administrator to continue.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\software.fm 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. 3 Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties. 4 Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\software.fm 6 Click the driver that you want to reinstall and follow the instructions on the screen. If a particular driver is not listed, that driver is not required by your operating system, or you must find the drivers that came with the specific device. Manually Reinstalling Drivers 1 Click the Windows Vista Start button , and right-click Computer. 2 Click Properties→ Device Manager. NOTE: The User Account Control window appears.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\software.fm Using Microsoft® Windows® System Restore 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 . NOTE: The User Account Control window may appear.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\software.fm The System Recovery Options window appears. 4 Select a keyboard layout and click Next. 5 To access the recovery options, log on as a local user. 6 To access the command prompt, type administrator in the User name field, then click OK. 7 Click Dell Factory Image Restore. NOTE: Depending upon your configuration, you may need to select Dell Factory Tools, then Dell Factory Image Restore.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\software.fm 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. 1 Save and close any open files and exit any open programs. 2 Insert the Operating System media.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\findinfo.fm Finding Information 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. Document/Media/Label Contents Service Tag/Express Service Code • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\findinfo.fm Document/Media/Label Contents Safety, Regulatory, Warranty, and Support • Warranty information Documentation • Terms and Conditions (U.S. only) This type of information may have • Safety instructions shipped with your computer. For additional regulatory information, see the • Regulatory information Regulatory Compliance Homepage on www.dell.com at the following location: www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\help.fm Getting Help Obtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cables from all electrical outlets. Follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\help.fm NOTE: Some of the following services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. Call your local Dell representative for information on availability. 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.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\help.fm • Dell Support e-mail addresses: mobile_support@us.dell.com support@us.dell.com la-techsupport@dell.com (Latin America and Caribbean countries only) apsupport@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) • Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses: apmarketing@dell.com (Asian/Pacific countries only) sales_canada@dell.com (Canada only) • Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP): ftp.dell.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\help.fm 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" on page 55.
FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\help.fm Remember to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 54). 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 asked to type some commands at the keyboard, relay detailed information during operations, or try other troubleshooting steps possible only at the computer itself.
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FILE LOCATION: C:\Windchill Projects\Mini_Cooper\SQRG\A00\EN\Source\help.fm Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area.
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