Dell Latitude XT PP12S Podręcznik Użytkownika

www.dell.com | support.dell.comDell™ Latitude™ XT User’s GuideModel PP12Sbook.book Page 1 Tuesday, May 13, 2008 5:03 PM

10 ContentsRemoving a Mini-Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171Installing a Mini-Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173Hinge Cover . . . . . .

100 Setting Up and Using NetworksNetwork Setup WizardWindows Vista1Click Start and then click Connect To→ Set up a connection or network.2Select an

Setting Up and Using Networks 101What You Need to Establish a WLAN ConnectionBefore you can set up a WLAN, you need:• High-speed (broadband) Internet

102 Setting Up and Using NetworksThe Order Confirmation for Your Tablet-PCThe order confirmation that you received when you ordered your Tablet-PC lis

Setting Up and Using Networks 103 NOTE: Restart your wireless equipment in the order described below to prevent a potential connection failure.11Tu r

104 Setting Up and Using NetworksDell™ Support website at support.dell.com. For information on the type of wireless network adapter that is installed

Setting Up and Using Networks 105Monitoring the Status of the Wireless network adapter Through Dell QuickSetThe wireless activity indicator provides y

106 Setting Up and Using Networks• An activated Mobile Broadband ExpressCard or activated Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) for your service provider•

Setting Up and Using Networks 107Windows Vista 1Click Start → Help and Support→ Use Tools to view your computer information and diagnose problems.2Und

108 Setting Up and Using Networks4Follow the instructions on the screen to manage the network connection with the utility.Or1Click Start (or Start in

Setting Up and Using Networks 109You can use Location Profile Settings to create profiles for accessing the Internet with your Tablet-PC in your offic

Contents 11Removing the Wireless Switch . . . . . . . . . . 195Installing the Wireless Switch . . . . . . . . . . . 19712 Dell™ D/Bay . . . . . .

110 Setting Up and Using NetworksWhen Windows Firewall is enabled for a network connection, the Firewall icon appears with a red background in the Net

Securing Your Tablet-PC 1116Securing Your Tablet-PCSecurity Cable Lock NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the

Securing Your Tablet-PC 112Smart cards are portable credit-card shaped devices with internal integrated circuits. Using smart cards can improve system

Securing Your Tablet-PC 113 NOTICE: Passwords provide a high level of security for data in your Tablet-PC or hard drive. However, they are not foolpr

Securing Your Tablet-PC 114Using an Administrator PasswordThe administrator password is designed to give system administrators or service technicians

Securing Your Tablet-PC 115To continue, enter your password (with no more than eight characters) and press <Enter>. If you do not enter a passwo

Securing Your Tablet-PC 116Enabling the TPM Feature1Enable the TPM software:aRestart the Tablet-PC and press <F2> during the Power On Self Test

Securing Your Tablet-PC 117bWhen the DELL™ logo appears, press <F2> immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to

Securing Your Tablet-PC 118 NOTE: If you know where the Tablet-PC was lost or stolen, call a law enforcement agency in that area. If you do not know,

Cleaning Your Tablet-PC 1197Cleaning Your Tablet-PC CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions i

12 Contents14 Battery Slice (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217Bottom View. . . .

120 Cleaning Your Tablet-PC5Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water, and wipe it gently across the surface of the touch pad. Do not allow water fro

Troubleshooting 1218TroubleshootingSome of the tools you may be using as you troubleshoot problems on your Tablet-PC include:•Dell Diagnostics• Dell S

122 Troubleshooting NOTE: If your Tablet-PC does not display a screen image, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 26). NOTE: If the

Troubleshooting 123Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media1Insert the Drivers and Utilities media.2Shut down and restart th

124 Troubleshooting2After you have selected the Test System option from the main menu, the following menu appears: NOTE: It is recommended that you s

Troubleshooting 1255When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the

126 TroubleshootingThe Dell Support Utility is customized for your computing environment.The icon in the Windows Notification area functions differe

Troubleshooting 127• If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is properly connected.• If an error message appears on the screen, w

128 TroubleshootingOptical Drive Problems NOTE: Unless you purchased either an optional external D/Bay or an optional media base with your Tablet-PC,

Troubleshooting 129CHECK THE MICROSOFT OUTLOOK® EXPRESS SECURITY SETTINGS — If you cannot open your e-mail attachments:1In Outlook Express, click Too

Resources 131ResourcesFinding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your Tablet-PC. Some features or media m

130 TroubleshootingIEEE 1394 Device Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the P

Troubleshooting 131A program stops respondingEND THE PROGRAM —1Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously to access the Task Manager.2C

132 TroubleshootingOther software problemsCHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION —• En

Troubleshooting 133• Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 121).Network Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the pr

134 Troubleshootingpage 168).ELIMINATE INTERFERENCE — Some possible causes of interference are:• Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables• Too many

Troubleshooting 135 NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your scanner, contact the scanner’s manufacturer.CHECK THE SCANNER DOCUMENTATION — See

136 Troubleshootingadjust the volume, bass, or treble to eliminate distortion.ADJUST THE WINDOWS VOLUME CONTROL — Click or double-click the speaker ic

Troubleshooting 1373Tur n o n t he Tab le t- PC . 4At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to move the cursor around, select an icon, and open it.

138 Troubleshootingfinger as an input device is checked. Select other settings on this screen as desired to configure how the Touch feature will perfo

Troubleshooting 139If only part of the display is readableCONNECT AN EXTERNAL MONITOR —1Shut down your Tablet-PC and connect an external monitor to th

14 Resources• Notebook System Software (NSS)Documentation and drivers are already installed on your Tablet-PC. You can use the Drivers and Utilities m

140 Troubleshooting• If the power light is blinking blue, the computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist.• If t

Using the System Setup Program 1419Using the System Setup ProgramOverview NOTE: Your operating system may automatically configure most of the options

142 Using the System Setup ProgramSystem Setup ScreensViewing the System Setup Screens1Turn on (or restart) your Tablet-PC.2When the DELL™ logo appear

Using the System Setup Program 143The Boot Order page displays a general list of the bootable devices that may be installed in your Tablet-PC, includi

144 Using the System Setup Program5When the boot device list appears, highlight the device from which you want to boot and press <Enter>.The Tab

Reinstalling Software 14510Reinstalling SoftwareDriversWhat Is a Driver?A driver is a program that controls a device such as a printer, mouse, or keyb

146 Reinstalling SoftwareIn Windows XP, click Properties→ Hardware→ Device Manager. NOTE: In Windows Vista®, the User Account Control window may appe

Reinstalling Software 147Using the Drivers and Utilities MediaIf using Device Driver Rollback or System Restore (see "Restoring Your Operating Sy

148 Reinstalling SoftwareManually Reinstalling Drivers After extracting the driver files to your hard drive as described in the previous section, do t

Reinstalling Software 149•If you received an Operating System disc with your Tablet-PC, you can use it to restore your operating system. However, usin

Resources 15• How to set up my Tablet-PC• Basic troubleshooting information• How to run the Dell DiagnosticsQuick Reference GuideNOTE: This document m

150 Reinstalling Software4Click Next and follow the remaining prompts on the screen.Undoing the Last System Restore NOTICE: Before you undo the last

Reinstalling Software 1511Turn on the Tablet-PC. When the Dell logo appears, press <F8> several times to access the Vista Advanced Boot Options

152 Reinstalling SoftwareRestore to return your operating system to the operating state it was in before you installed the new device driver. See &quo

Reinstalling Software 1536Press any key to Boot from CD-ROM.7Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.book.book Page 153 T

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Adding and Replacing Parts 15511Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You BeginThis chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components

156 Adding and Replacing Parts•In Windows XP: Click Start→ Turn Off C omput er→ Tur n Off. The Tablet-PC turns off after the operating system shutdown

Adding and Replacing Parts 1573If the Tablet-PC is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See "Undocking Your Tablet-PC From the Medi

158 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTE: Your Tablet-PC’s Service Tag and Microsoft®Windows® License labels are located under the main battery in the bat

Adding and Replacing Parts 159Installing the Main Battery1Align the main battery with the sides of the battery bay.2Slide the main battery into the ba

16 Resources• How to set up my Tablet-PC• Summary of your Tablet-PC features• Available accessories for your Tablet-PCQuick Reference CardNOTE: This d

160 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: To prevent data loss, turn off your Tablet-PC (see "Turning Off Your Tablet-PC" on page 155) before

Adding and Replacing Parts 1613Holding the metal bracket by the sides, slide the bracket toward the back of the Tablet-PC to dislodge the bracket from

162 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the Tablet-PC, store it in protective antistatic packaging. See "Protecting

Adding and Replacing Parts 163 NOTE: When you replace the SIM card, ensure that you insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot with the cut-off corne

164 Adding and Replacing PartsIf you ordered an internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your Tablet-PC, it is already installed.Remove t

Adding and Replacing Parts 165 NOTICE: Be careful when removing the card to avoid damaging the card, card cable, or surrounding components.4Loosen th

166 Adding and Replacing Parts4Insert the tabbed-end of the card caddy into the base, then lower the screw end into the base. See the picture below. b

Adding and Replacing Parts 1675Tighten the captive screw.Installing the Main Battery1Align the main battery with the sides of the battery bay. 2Slide

168 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: To prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery before you service the Tablet-PC. Removing the

Adding and Replacing Parts 169 CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product

Resources 17• Service Tag and Express Service Code •Microsoft® Windows® License LabelService Tag and Microsoft® Windows® LicenseNOTE: Your Tablet-PC’s

170 Adding and Replacing Parts4Replace the memory and Mini-Card cover, and tighten the two captive screws (see "Installing the Memory and Mini-Ca

Adding and Replacing Parts 171 NOTICE: To prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery before you service the Tablet-PC.Removing a Min

172 Adding and Replacing Parts5Release the card by pushing the metal securing tab away from the card until the card pops up slightly.1 antenna cable c

Adding and Replacing Parts 1736Slide the card at a 45-degree angle out of its connector.Installing a Mini-Card NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mini-Car

174 Adding and Replacing Parts2Align the card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the card into the connector until it clicks. NOTE: F

Adding and Replacing Parts 1753Starting on the right side of the Tablet-PC, use a plastic scribe to pry up the hinge cover. Lift the cover away from t

176 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching

Adding and Replacing Parts 177 NOTE: Lift the keyboard carefully in step 4 to ensure that you do not pull on the keyboard cable.4Rotate the keyboard

178 Adding and Replacing Parts NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching

Adding and Replacing Parts 1792Connect the coin-cell battery connector to the connector on the system board.3Install the keyboard (see "Installin

18 Resources• Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, online courses, and frequently asked questions• Community — Onlin

180 Adding and Replacing Parts6Feed the Mini-Card antenna cables from the bottom through the cable channel to the top of the system.7Loosen the five M

Adding and Replacing Parts 181bPry the base grip from the back of the rotating hinge and set the base grip aside.9Turn the system top-side up, and rem

182 Adding and Replacing Parts10Lift the display assembly from the base, and place the display assembly to one side.Installing the Display Assembly1Pl

Adding and Replacing Parts 1833Connect the display cable to the system. When doing so, make sure that: • The pull-tab is lying flat in the recessed ar

184 Adding and Replacing Parts4Tighten the five M2.5 x 5-mm screws.5Close the Tablet-PC and turn it around so that you can access the back of the rota

Adding and Replacing Parts 1857Turn the Tablet-PC upside-down and install the base grip:aClip the base grip onto the back of the rotating hinge.bTight

186 Adding and Replacing Parts8Install any applicable Mini-Cards (see "Installing a Mini-Card" on page 173).9Install the keyboard (see "

Adding and Replacing Parts 1872Remove the hard drive (see "Removing the Hard Drive" on page 160).3Remove the hinge cover (see "Removing

188 Adding and Replacing Parts10Disengage the five snaps at the front of the system by using your fingers to pry the edge of the base away from the pa

Adding and Replacing Parts 189Installing the Palm Rest1Place the palm rest on top of the base, and engage the snaps around the palm rest edges by pres

Resources 19• Software upgrades and troubleshooting hints — Frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general health of your computing environmentDe

190 Adding and Replacing Parts3Remove the display assembly (see "Removing the Display Assembly" on page 179).4Remove the keyboard (see "

Adding and Replacing Parts 1919Disconnect the pen indicator cable from the system board.10Remove the M2.5 x 5-mm screw marked with a silver triangle.1

192 Adding and Replacing Parts2Remove the hinge cover (see "Removing the Hinge Cover" on page 174).3Remove the display assembly (see "R

Adding and Replacing Parts 193Installing the Fan1Seat the fan into the system board, and tighten the four M2 x 3-mm screw using a #0 Phillips screwdri

194 Adding and Replacing Parts5Remove any installed Mini-Cards (see "Removing a Mini-Card" on page 171).6Remove the palm rest (see "Rem

Adding and Replacing Parts 195Installing the Pen and Whip Antenna Assembly1Seat the pen-missing cable and whip antenna cable into their routing channe

196 Adding and Replacing Parts4Remove the keyboard (see "Removing the Keyboard" on page 176).5Remove any installed Mini-Cards (see "Rem

Adding and Replacing Parts 197Installing the Wireless Switch1Set the wireless switch into the base.2Tighten the M2.5 x 5-mm screw. Slide the wireless

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Dell™ D/Bay 19912Dell™ D/Bay CAUTION: Before performing any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your Product Informa

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your Tablet-PC. NOTICE: A NOTICE indicat

20 Resources• Information on tablet features and functionality, network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by

200 Dell™ D/BayRemoving and Installing Devices When the Tablet-PC Is Turned Off NOTICE: To prevent damage to devices, place them in a safe, dry plac

Dell™ D/Bay 2013Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel a click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush w

202 Dell™ D/Bay5 Insert the new device into the bay, push the device until you feel a click, and push the device latch release in so that it is flush

Media Base (Optional) 20313Media Base (Optional)Left ViewUSB CONNECTOR OPTICAL DRIVE — Allows you to use CD and DVD media.1 USB connector 2 optical dr

Media Base (Optional) 204Right ViewUSB CONNECTOR TABLET-PC RELEASE LEVER — Releases the Tablet-PC from the media base if the media base is not secured

Media Base (Optional) 205TABLET-PC RELEASE LEVER — Lets you undock the Tablet-PC from the media base (see "Undocking Your Tablet-PC From the Medi

Media Base (Optional) 206AUDIO CONNECTORIEEE 1394 CONNECTOR VGA VIDEO CONNECTOR DIGITAL-VIDEO INTERFACE (DVI) CONNECTOR Connect headphones or speakers

Media Base (Optional) 207SERIAL CONNECTOR USB CONNECTOR POWERED USB CONNECTOR Connects a serial device, such as a serial mouse or a handheld device.Co

Media Base (Optional) 208NETWORK CONNECTOR Top ViewConnects the computer to a network. The solid light on the connector provides link status informati

Media Base (Optional) 209DOCKING CONNECTOR — Allows you to dock your Tablet-PC to the media base (see "Docking Your Tablet-PC to the Media Base&q

Resources 21Getting HelpObtaining Assistance CAUTION: Before working inside your Tablet-PC, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Inf

Media Base (Optional) 210aEnsure that the Tablet-PC is not connected to the media base or to the battery slice (docked).bTurn on the Tablet-PC.cVerify

Media Base (Optional) 211Docking Your Tablet-PC to the Media Base NOTE: If you are docking your Tablet-PC for the first time and have not completed t

Media Base (Optional) 2123Press the Tablet-PC onto the media base until it clicks and the Tablet-PC is firmly seated.4Turn on the Tablet-PC.The operat

Media Base (Optional) 2136Lift the back of the Tablet-PC up and slide the Tablet-PC out towards the back of the media base.Installing the Optical Driv

Media Base (Optional) 2142Remove the securing screw that secures the optical drive and use your screwdriver to slide the drive out of the media bay.Me

Media Base (Optional) 215Ports and ConnectorsNetwork connector RJ-45 port for 10/100/1000 Mbits/second EthernetUSB three 4-pin USB-2.0 compliant conne

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Battery Slice (Optional) 21714Battery Slice (Optional)Top View1 docking connector 2 power status light3 AC adapter connector 4 release lever1 324book.

218 Battery Slice (Optional)Bottom ViewSetting Up Your Battery Slice CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power

Battery Slice (Optional) 219Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on your Tablet-PC and to an electrical outlet.Docking Your Tablet-PC to

22 ResourcesTechnical Support and Customer ServiceDell's support service is available to answer your questions about Dell™ hardware. Our support

220 Battery Slice (Optional)1Align the back of the Tablet-PC with the back of the battery slice at approximately a 30-degree angle, and lower the fron

Battery Slice (Optional) 2212Set your Tablet-PC power management settings so that the Tablet-PC does not enter sleep, standby, or hibernate mode when

222 Battery Slice (Optional)Charging Your Battery SliceYou can recharge your battery slice independent of the Tablet-PC using the AC adapter that ship

Battery Slice (Optional) 223Weight 0.60 kg (1.32 lb)AC AdapterInput voltage 100–240 VACInput current (maximum) 1.5 AInput frequency 50–60 HzOutput cu

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Traveling With Your Tablet-PC 22515Traveling With Your Tablet-PC NOTICE: To avoid damaging your display, ensure that your Tablet-PC is in notebook mo

226 Traveling With Your Tablet-PC• Use the optional Dell™ carrying case to pack the Tablet-PC and its accessories together safely.• Avoid packing the

Traveling With Your Tablet-PC 227Traveling by Air NOTICE: Do not walk the Tablet-PC through a metal detector. Send the Tablet-PC through an X-ray mac

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Appendix 22916AppendixFCC Notice (U.S. Only)FCC Class BThis equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed an

Resources [email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries only)• Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail [email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries

230 AppendixThe following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with the FCC regulations: • Product

Glossary 23117GlossaryTerms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your part

232 Glossarycomputer battery powers the computer.biometric reader — A strip sensor that uses your unique fingerprint to authenticate your user identit

Glossary 233computer components.carnet — An international customs document that facilitates temporary imports into foreign countries. Also known as a

234 Glossarydevice — Hardware such as a disk drive, printer, or keyboard that is installed in or connected to your computer.device driver — See driver

Glossary 235technology is different from DVD-RW technology.)DVD+RW drive — drive that can read DVDs and most CD media and write to DVD+RW (rewritable

236 Glossarywhen installed.FFahrenheit — A temperature measurement scale where 32° is the freezing point and 212° is the boiling point of water.FBD —

Glossary 237Hhard drive — A drive that reads and writes data on a hard disk. The terms hard drive and hard disk are often used interchangeably.heat si

238 Glossarystandards for infrared communications.IRQ — interrupt request — An electronic pathway assigned to a specific device so that the device can

Glossary 239MMb — megabit — A measurement of memory chip capacity that equals 1024 Kb.Mbps — megabits per second — One million bits per second. This m

24 ResourcesReturning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditPrepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows:1Call Dell to obta

240 GlossaryMP — megapixel — A measure of image resolution used for digital cameras.ms — millisecond — A measure of time that equals one thousandth of

Glossary 241PCI Express — A modification to the PCI interface that boosts the data transfer rate between the processor and the devices attached to it.

242 Glossaryenhancements or corrections that have not yet been documented.read-only — Data and/or files you can view but cannot edit or delete. A file

Glossary 243individual identification number on the SCSI controller bus.SDRAM — synchronous dynamic random-access memory — A type of DRAM that is sync

244 Glossarycapabilities of the monitor, the video controller and its drivers, and the amount of video memory installed in the computer.S-video TV-out

Glossary 245UPS — uninterruptible power supply — A backup power source used when the electrical power fails or drops to an unacceptable voltage level.

246 Glossarythen turned on, the computer is infected when it reads the boot sectors of the bootable media expecting to find the operating system. If t

Glossary 247Zip format are called Zip files and usually have a filename extension of .zip. A special kind of zipped file is a self-extracting file, wh

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Resources 25Diagnostics ChecklistName:Date:Address:Phone number:Service Tag (bar code on the bottom of your Tablet-PC):Express Service Code:Return Mat

26 ResourcesContacting DellFor customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connect

About Your Tablet-PC 272About Your Tablet-PC NOTICE: To avoid damaging your display, ensure that your Tablet-PC is in notebook mode and that the disp

28 About Your Tablet-PCGRIP — Use to open the display.DISPLAY — For more information about your display, see "Using the Display" on page 87.

About Your Tablet-PC 29If the Tablet-PC is connected to an electrical outlet, the light operates as follows:• Solid blue: The battery is charging.•

Contents 3Contents1 Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Gettin

30 About Your Tablet-PCKEYBOARD — The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Windows logo key. For information on supported keyboard shortc

About Your Tablet-PC 31KEYBOARD STATUS LIGHTSThree keyboard status lights on your Tablet-PC indicate when the following functions are activated by the

32 About Your Tablet-PCLeft Side ViewPEN — To eject the pen from the compartment, press and release the end of the pen.PEN INDICATOR LED — Indicates p

About Your Tablet-PC 33IEEE 1394 CONNECTOR USB CONNECTOR AIR VENTS — The Tablet-PC uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which pre

34 About Your Tablet-PCRight Side ViewWIRELESS RADIO ON/OFF SWITCH — When enabled through Dell QuickSet, this switch can scan for a wireless local are

About Your Tablet-PC 35• Flashing blue: Searching for networks• Solid blue: Strong network found• Solid yellow: Weak network found• Flashing yellow: E

36 About Your Tablet-PCSECURITY CABLE SLOT — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the Tablet-PC (see "Security Cable Lock

About Your Tablet-PC 37AC ADAPTER CONNECTORThe AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the Tablet-PC. You can connect the AC adapter

38 About Your Tablet-PCVIDEO CONNECTORTABLET BACK BUTTON — Use to navigate while in tablet mode. See "Using the Back Button" on page 62. SCR

About Your Tablet-PC 39Top ViewTurns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status.Turns on when you turn on the Tablet-PC and blinks when t

4 Contents3 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC . . . 51Transferring Information to a New Tablet-PC . . . . . . 51Transferring Information in Wind

40 About Your Tablet-PCBottom View NOTE: Your Tablet-PC’s Microsoft® Windows® License label is located under the main battery in the battery bay of y

About Your Tablet-PC 41 CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your Tablet-PC in a low-

42 About Your Tablet-PCSpecifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your Tablet-PC, click S

About Your Tablet-PC 43Speed4200-rpmMax size100 GB32 GB (optional 1.8-inch PATA Solid State HDD only)Dell D/Bay (external):Power requirementpowered US

44 About Your Tablet-PCVideo memory up to 256 MB shared Video Memory (512 MB + system memory)LCD interface LVDSAudioAudio type two-channel high defini

About Your Tablet-PC 45Pixel pitch0.204 x 0.204 nominalDisplay modenormally whiteViewing angles:Horizontal+/- 70 degreesVerti cal+/- 70 degreesLED bac

46 About Your Tablet-PCLayoutQWERTY/AZERTY/KanjiTou ch pad:X/Y position resolution (graphics tablet mode)240 cpiSize:Width56.7-mm (2.23-inch) sensor-a

About Your Tablet-PC 47Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain p

48 About Your Tablet-PCPhysicalHeight:With LED backlit thin-and-light LCDWith Dual-bulb CCFL LCD25.4 mm (1.0 inches) (system closed/LED standard confi

About Your Tablet-PC 49Altitude (maximum):Operating–15.2 to 3048 m (–50 to 10,000 ft)Storage–15.2 to 10,668 m (–50 to 35,000 ft)Airborne contaminant l

Contents 5Numeric Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Key Combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Touch Pad . . . . . . . . . .

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Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 513Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCTransferring Information to a New Tablet-PCMicrosoft® Windows® provides a wi

52 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCFor transferring information to a new computer, you must run the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. You can use

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 531On the Now go to your old computer screen on the new computer, click Next.2On the Where are the files and setti

54 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC4On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen, click Next.5On the Which computer is this? screen, cl

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 55 NOTE: You can use all the pen and touch screen input methods (see "Controlling Your Tablet-PC in Tablet M

56 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC NOTICE: Ensure that the display does not scrape the keycaps as you rotate the display, or you may cause damage

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 57When you convert your Tablet-PC between notebook and tablet modes, the screen orientation of your Tablet-PC will

58 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC2Brace the base with one hand on the palm rest, grasp the top of the display with the other hand, and, following

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 593Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. Right- and Left-handed UseYour Tablet-PC can be adjusted for

6 ContentsWhat You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection . 101Checking Your Wireless Network Adapter . . . . . 101Setting Up a New WLAN Using a Wireles

60 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCcan hold the pen in your right hand or use a right-hand finger to operate the tablet buttons and display.• Left-

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 61Screen OrientationYou can change the display orientation of your Tablet-PC from portrait to landscape in several

62 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC• In Windows Vista, press the Windows Logo key and <x> to open Windows Mobility Center, and then click the

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 631 power button 2 Windows security button3 screen rotate button 4 QuickSet tablet settings button5 e-mail applica

64 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCWINDOWS SECURITY BUTTON SCREEN ROTATE BUTTON QUICKSET TABLET SETTINGS BUTTON E-MAIL APPLICATION SHORTCUT BUTTON

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 65You can change the actions assigned to the back button, the tablet settings button, the e-mail application short

66 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCIf the pen is not in its compartment when the Tablet-PC shuts down or enters sleep or hibernate mode, the pen in

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 672With your fingers, place a new tip into the pen, and insert the tip until it is fully seated in the pen.Calibra

68 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC– Touch the pen on the screen and hold it in place momentarily until Windows draws a complete circle around the

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 69•In Windows XP, click Start→ Get Going with Tablet PC and then click Start. This tutorial provides Input Panel t

Contents 7Activating the Security Management Software . . 116Using the Security Management Software . . . . 117Computer Tracking Software . . . . .

70 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCThe pen preferences and options you set are specific to the pen and the Tab let -P C.Setting Pointer Device (Mou

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 71Accessing Management Tasks and User Information You can use QuickSet, the Control Panel, Help and Support, and t

72 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCDouble-Clicking the QuickSet IconDouble-click the QuickSet icon to launch QuickSet and access the QuickSet launc

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 73• Double-click the QuickSet icon in the Windows Notification area and click Mobility Center.•Click the Start but

74 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC NOTE: Because the battery may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to connect your new Tablet-PC to an ele

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 75• Low-battery warning Dell™ QuickSet Battery MeterIf Dell QuickSet is installed, press <Fn><F3> to d

76 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCCheck the Battery Health NOTE: You can check battery health in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge on th

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 77• Use the Power Management Wizard or the Power Options Properties window to select options to optimize your comp

78 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your Tablet-PC while your Tablet-PC is in hibernate mode.Your Tabl

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 79 NOTE: Some ExpressCards may not operate correctly after the Tablet-PC exits hibernate mode. Remove and reinser

8 ContentsIEEE 1394 Device Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130Lockups and Software Problems . . . . . . . . . . 130Memory Problems . . . . . . .

80 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the Tablet-PC is turned off, the AC adapter charges a completely dischar

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 81Installing the Main Battery1If the Tablet-PC is connected to a docking device such as the optional media base or

82 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCUsing a KeyboardNumeric KeypadThe numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 83BatteryDisplay FunctionsPower ManagementSpeaker Functions<Fn><F3> Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Batter

84 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCMicrosoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions NOTE: Some of the following key functions only apply to Windows Vista. W

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 85To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate: • In Windows Vista, click Control Panel→ Hardwa

86 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC• To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger over the touch pad.• To select an object, lightly tap once on th

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 871Pull the cap off the track stick.2Align the new cap over the square track-stick post and gently press the cap d

88 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCAdjusting Brightness on the LED Backlit Thin-and-Light LCDWhen a Dell Tablet-PC equipped with the LED backlit th

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 89The ambient light sensor is located on the front of the Tablet-PC display. The sensor detects available environm

Contents 9Using the Operating System Media . . . . . . . . 15111 Adding and Replacing Parts . . . . . . . . . 155Before You Begin . . . . . . . .

90 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC NOTE: An ExpressCard is not a bootable device.Installing an ExpressCardYou can install an ExpressCard while th

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 91The Tablet-PC recognizes the ExpressCard and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configura

92 Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PCAbout Smart CardsSmart cards are portable credit-card shaped devices with internal integrated circuits. The top

Setting Up and Using Your Tablet-PC 932Slide the smart card into the smart card slot until the card is completely seated in its connector. The smart c

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Using Your Tablet-PC With a Projector 954Using Your Tablet-PC With a Projector You can use the Tablet-PC display in the notebook or tablet position an

96 Using Your Tablet-PC With a Projector NOTE: When the Tablet-PC display has a portrait orientation and you are using clone mode, the projector disp

Using Your Tablet-PC With a Projector 97Considerations for Display Resolution and Aspect Ratio in Clone Mode If the projector has a lower display reso

98 Using Your Tablet-PC With a Projector•In Windows® Vista®, right-click the desktop and select ATI CATALYST® Control Center. • In Windows XP, select

Setting Up and Using Networks 995Setting Up and Using NetworksSetting up a computer network provides connectivity between your Ta bl e t-PC and the In