Dell D410, PP06S Cleaning Your Computer, Computer, Keyboard, and Display, Touch Pad, Floppy Drive

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Cleaning Your Computer

Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide

Computer, Keyboard, and Display

Touch Pad

Floppy Drive

CDs and DVDs

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

Computer, Keyboard, and Display

CAUTION: Before you clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and remove any installed batteries. Clean your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain flammable substances.

Use a can of compressed air to remove dust from between the keys on the keyboard.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer or display, do not spray cleaning solution directly onto the display. Only use products specifically designed for cleaning LCDs, and follow the instructions that are included with the product.

Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with either water or an LCD cleaner, and wipe the display until it is clean.

Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water and wipe the computer and keyboard. Do not allow water from the cloth to seep between the touch pad and the surrounding palm rest.

Touch Pad

1.Shut down and turn off your computer, disconnect any attached devices, and disconnect them from their electrical outlets.

2.Remove any installed batteries.

3.Moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water, and wipe it gently across the surface of the touch pad. Do not allow water from the cloth to seep between the touch pad and the surrounding palm rest.

Floppy Drive

NOTICE: Do not attempt to clean drive heads with a swab. You might accidentally misalign the heads, which prevents the drive from operating.

Clean your floppy drive using a commercially available cleaning kit. These kits contain pretreated floppy disks to remove contaminants that accumulate during normal operation.

CDs and DVDs

NOTICE: Always use compressed 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 also touch the inside edge of the center hole.

NOTICE: To prevent damaging the surface, do not wipe in a circular motion around the disc.

2.With a soft, lint-free cloth, gently wipe the bottom of the disc (the unlabeled side) in a straight line from the center to the outer edge of the disc.

For stubborn dirt, try using water or a diluted solution of water and mild soap. You can also purchase commercial products that clean discs and provide some protection from dust, fingerprints, and scratches. Cleaning products for CDs are safe to use on DVDs.

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Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Dell Latitude D410 Users GuideFront View About Your ComputerDevice status lights Keyboard and wireless status lights Left View Right View USB connectorUSB connectors Audio connectorsNetwork connector RJ-45 Modem connector RJ-11Bottom View Video connectorBack 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 Adjusting the Volume Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaPlaying a CD or DVD 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 DiagnosticsOption Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuTab 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 Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadKey Combinations Speaker Functions Power ManagementMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick Changing the Track Stick CapUsing an Administrator Password PasswordsAbout Passwords Using a System PasswordEnabling the TPM Feature Using a Hard Drive PasswordEnabling Trusted Platform Module TPM 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 Installing a Smart Card Using Smart CardsAbout Smart Cards Back to Contents Dell Technical Update Service Solving ProblemsDell Support Utility 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 External Keyboard problems Keyboard ProblemsCheck the external keyboard Lockups and Software Problems Solid blue screen appears Memory ProblemsNetwork Problems Other software problemsPower Problems PC Card ProblemsRestart the computer and log on to the network again 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 DisplayTrack Stick BatteryAC Adapter 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 CardHelp and Support Center Using Microsoft Windows XPMicrosoft Windows Classic View Click Clean Desktop Now Desktop Cleanup WizardTransferring Information to a New Computer 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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