Dell D410 manual About Your Computer

About Your Computer

See your online User’s Guide for detailed information about your computer. To access the User’s Guide (depending on your operating system), either double-click the User’s Guide icon on your desktop, or click the Start button, click Help and Support Center, and then click User and system guides. The following items address some of the more commonly asked questions about the computer.

•Modem and network adapter: The computer may include both a v.92 56K modem and a 10/100/1000 Ethernet network adapter on the system board. For connector locations, see "Back View" on page 14. For more information on ports and connectors, see "About Your Computer" in your online User’s Guide.

Battery life and usage: Various batteries are available for use with your computer. Performing certain types of operations, such as extended wireless operation, can significantly reduce battery life and operating time.

For more information about battery performance and usage, see "Using a Battery" on page 15. For more information about conserving power, see your User’s Guide.

•Dell D/Bay: For information on the Dell D/Bay and the devices it supports, see your online User’s Guide.

•Docking devices: Your computer supports the Dell™ Media Base, the Dell D/Dock Expansion Station, and the Dell D/Port Advanced Port Replicator.

NOTE: Docking devices may not be available in all countries.

–For information on your optional docking device, see the documentation that accompanied the device.

–For information on obtaining optimal performance when using a docking device with this computer, see "Solving Problems" in your online User’s Guide.

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