Dell D410, PP06S specifications Using a Battery, Battery Performance, Checking the Battery Charge

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Using a Battery

Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide

Battery Performance

Checking the Battery Charge

Conserving Battery Power

Power Management Modes

Configuring Power Management Settings

Charging the Battery

Replacing the Battery

Storing 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 the main battery installed at all times. One battery is supplied as standard equipment in the battery bay.

NOTE: Because the battery may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to connect your new computer to an electrical outlet the first time you use the computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is fully charged. To view battery charge status, access the Control Panel→ Power Options, and then click the Power Meter tab.

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 varies depending on operating conditions. You can install an optional second battery in the media bay to significantly increase operating time.

Operating time is significantly reduced when you perform operations including, but not limited to, the following:

•Using optical drives

•Using wireless communications devices, PC Cards, ExpressCards, media memory cards, or USB devices

•Using high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other power-intensive programs such as 3D games

•Running the computer in maximum performance mode (see Configuring Power Management Settings).

NOTE: It is recommended that you connect your computer to an electrical outlet when writing to a CD or DVD.

You can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the computer (see Checking the Battery Charge). You can also set power management options to alert you when the battery charge is low (see Configuring Power Management Settings).

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 lithium ion battery is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer.

CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with household waste. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery. See "Battery Disposal" in the Product Information Guide.

CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to temperatures above 65°C (149°F). Keep the battery away from children. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with extreme care. Damaged batteries may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage.

Checking the Battery Charge

The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the battery charge.

Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter

If Dell QuickSet is installed, press <Fn><F3> to display the QuickSet Battery Meter. The Battery Meter displays status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in your computer.

For more information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help.

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Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Dell Latitude D410 Users GuideDevice status lights About Your ComputerFront View Keyboard and wireless status lights Left View Right View USB connectorUSB connectors Audio connectorsNetwork connector RJ-45 Modem connector RJ-11Bottom View Video connector Back to Contents FCC Class B AppendixMacrovision Product Notice FCC Notices U.S. OnlyAlert Description Alert Standard Format ASFDell QuickSet Battery Meter Using a BatteryBattery Performance Checking the Battery ChargePower Management Modes Conserving Battery PowerClick Start→ Shut Down→ Stand by Configuring Power Management SettingsCharging the Battery Hibernate ModeStoring a Battery Replacing the BatteryAbout the Dell D/Bay Using the Dell D/BayBack to Contents Playing a CD or DVD Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaAdjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture Floppy Drive Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Display Touch PadPage Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Using the Dell DiagnosticsDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsTab Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuOption Function Back to Contents Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Using the DisplayAdjusting Brightness Switching the Video ImageSwapping Primary and Secondary Displays Click the Settings tab→ Advanced→ Displays tabDrivers Reinstalling SoftwareWhat Is a Driver? Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesClick Properties Using the Drivers and Utilities CDManually Reinstalling Drivers Click Roll Back DriverResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Click System RestoreEnabling System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPUndoing the Last System Restore Reinstalling Windows XPWindows XP Setup Booting From the Operating System CDBack to Contents Find It Here Finding InformationSelect Drivers & Downloads and click Go Dell Support Website support.dell.comPage Ftp.dell.com Online ServicesGetting Help Technical AssistanceTechnical Support Service Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceAntigua and Barbuda Diagnostics ChecklistBefore You Call Contacting DellWebsite support.euro.dell.com ArubaAustralia Sydney 0011Czech Republic Prague China XiamenColombia Costa RicaGrenada CorporateGermany Langen GreeceJapan Kawasaki Italy MilanJamaica Website support.jp.dell.comNetherlands Antilles Malaysia PenangMexico MontserratGrenadines St. Kitts and NevisSt. Lucia St. VincentTrinidad/Tobago Taiwan002 Website support.ap.dell.com ThailandVenezuela Virgin IslandsGlossary Docking device See APR Device driver See driverPage Page NIC See network adapter Page System tray See notification area Video resolution See resolutionBack to Contents Key Combinations Using the Keyboard and Touch PadNumeric Keypad Microsoft Windows Logo Key Functions Power ManagementSpeaker Functions Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick Changing the Track Stick CapUsing an Administrator Password PasswordsAbout Passwords Using a System PasswordEnabling Trusted Platform Module TPM Using a Hard Drive PasswordEnabling the TPM Feature Back to Contents PC Card Blanks Using PC CardsInstalling a PC Card PC Card TypesRemoving a PC Card or Blank Dell QuickSet Turning Off Your Computer Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsTurn off your computer MemoryPage Modem Page Mini PCI Card Hard Drive Keyboard Page Display Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology Coin-Cell Battery Back to Contents Overview Using the System Setup ProgramViewing the System Setup Screens System Setup ScreenEnabling the Infrared Sensor Performing a One-Time BootChanging Printer Modes Changing COM PortsPage About Smart Cards Using Smart CardsInstalling a Smart Card Back to Contents Dell Support Utility Solving ProblemsDell Technical Update Service If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Drive ProblemsCD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveVerify that the modem is communicating with Windows Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsHard drive problems Run Check DiskError Messages Click Add or Remove Programs Check the external keyboard Keyboard ProblemsExternal Keyboard problems Lockups and Software Problems Solid blue screen appears Memory ProblemsNetwork Problems Other software problemsRestart the computer and log on to the network again PC Card ProblemsPower Problems Adjust the power properties See Power Management Modes Printer ProblemsScanner Problems Docking Power While the Computer Is RunningVerify that the scanner is recognized by Microsoft Windows Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from the integrated speaker No sound from external speakersCheck the touch pad settings Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsVideo and Display Problems No sound from headphonesClick Appearance and Themes Adjust the Windows display settingsIf the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readableSpecifications Keyboard VideoAudio DisplayAC Adapter BatteryTrack Stick Environmental PhysicalDell Latitude D410 Users Guide Travel Tips Travelling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer Packing the ComputerIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen What You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection Wireless Local Area NetworkChecking Your Wireless Network Card Setting Up a New WlanDetermining the Wireless Network Device Manager Connecting to a Wireless Local Area NetworkCompleting the Connection to the Wlan Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network CardMicrosoft Windows Classic View Using Microsoft Windows XPHelp and Support Center Transferring Information to a New Computer Desktop Cleanup WizardClick Clean Desktop Now Adding User Accounts User Accounts and Fast User SwitchingFast User Switching Log Off Windows window, click Switch UserInternet Connection Firewall Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkNetwork Setup Wizard Click Checklist for creating a network
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