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Dell™ Latitude™ ATG D620
Quick Reference Guide
Model PP18L
www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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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. Abbreviations and Acronyms For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the User’s Guide (depending on your operating system, double-click the User’s Guide
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Contents Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 About Your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Left Side View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Right Side View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4 Contents
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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. What Are You Looking For? Find It Here A diagnostic program for my computer Drivers and Utilities CD (also known as ResourceCD) Drivers for my computer NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities CD may be optional and may not ship with your computer. My device documentation
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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty information Dell™ Product Information Guide Terms and Conditions (U.S. only) Safety instructions Regulatory information Ergonomics information End User License Agreement How to remove and replace parts Dell Latitude™ User’s Guide Specifications Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center How to configure system settings 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. How to troubleshoot and solve problems 2 Click Dell User
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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles Dell Support Website — support.dell.com from technicians, and online courses, frequently asked NOTE: Select your region to view the appropriate support questions site. Community — Online discussion with other Dell customers Upgrades — Upgrade information for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system Customer Care — Contact information, service call and order status,
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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here How to use Windows Windows Help and Support Center How to work with programs and files 1 Click the Start button and click Help and Support. How to personalize my desktop 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem and click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that describes your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. Information on network activity, the Power Management Dell QuickSet Help Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled
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Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. 1 Unpack the accessories box. 2 Set aside the contents of the accessories box, which you will need to complete the setup of your computer. The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) that you have ordered. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter con
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About Your Computer NOTE: For additional information about the functions and use of the features identified in this section, see the online User’s Guide for your computer. Front View 1 2 15 3 14 13 12 4 11 5 10 9 7 6 8 1 display latch 2 display 3 power button 4 device status lights 5 keyboard 6 touch pad 7 fingerprint reader (optional) 8 speaker 9 touch pad/track stick buttons 10 track stick 11 keyboard status lights 12 volume control buttons 13 ambient light sensor 14 mute button 15 keyboard
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Left Side View 1 23 456 7 8 9 10 1 air vents 2 security cable slot 3 audio connectors (2) 4 infrared sensor 5 smart card slot (with blank) 6 wireless switch 7 Wi-Fi Catcher™ light 8 PC Card or ExpressCard 9 hard drive slot 10 PC Card/ExpressCard latch release Right Side View 1 2 3 4 1 optical drive in 2 media-bay device latch 3 USB connectors (2) media bay release 4 USB port cover Quick Reference Guide 11
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Back View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 2 3 45 6 7 8 1 network connector (RJ-45) 2 modem connector (RJ-11) 3 USB connectors (2) 4 serial connector 5 video connector 6 AC adapter connector 7 air vents 8 port cover 12 Quick Reference Guide
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Bottom View 1 23 7 4 5 6 1 memory module cover 2 battery charge 3 battery gauge/health gauge 4 battery-bay latch 5 docking-device 6 air vents releases (2) connector 7 hard drive Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about the Dell™ warranty for your computer, see the Product Information Guide or separate paper warranty document that shipped with your computer. For optimal computer performance and to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell portable computer with t
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You can install an optional second battery in the media bay to significantly increase operating time. For additional information about using a second battery, see "Media Bay" in the online User’s Guide for your computer. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. Depending on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. Battery operating time v
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® ® Microsoft Windows Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter, double- click the icon on the taskbar. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears. Charge Gauge By either pressing once or pressing and holding the status button on the charge gauge on the battery, you can check: Battery charge (check by pressing and releasing the status button) Battery health (check by pressing and holding the status butto
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Check the Battery Health NOTE: You can check battery health in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge on the battery as described below or by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help. To check the battery health using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on the battery charge gauge for at least 3 seconds. If no lights appear, the battery is in good condition, and more than 80 percent of i
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Replacing the Battery CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer, and remove any other external cables from the computer. CAUTION: 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
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Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before you use it (see "Charging the Battery" on page 16). Troubleshooting NOTE: For additional troubleshooting guidelines, see the online User’s Guide for your computer. Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructio
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A solid blue screen appears TURN THE COMPUTER OFF — If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your computer. Other Software Problems CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION — Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on your computer. Ensure th
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Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive. NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in your online User’s Guide). 1 Shut down the computer. 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 computer to an electrical outlet. 4 Diagnosti
