Dell 9300 owner manual Bottom View

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subwoofer	battery charge gauge
optical-drive locking screw	battery-bay latch release
	battery

hard drive

air vent	air vent
memory module cover	Mini PCI card/modem cover

B A T T E R Y C H A R G E G A U G E — Provides information on the battery charge. For more information, see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 28.

B A T T E R Y - B A Y L A T C H R E L E A S E — Releases the battery from the battery bay. For more information, see "Removing a Battery" on page 29.

B A T T E R Y — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. For more information, see "Using a Battery" on page 27.

H A R D D R I V E — Stores software and data. For more information, see "Hard Drive" on page 83.

A I R V E N T — The computer uses fans to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.

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.

M I N I PCI C A R D / M O D E M C O V E R — Covers the compartment that contains the Mini PCI card and the modem. For more information, see "Modem" on page 88.

M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R — Covers the compartment that contains the memory modules. For more information, see page 86.

O P T I C A L - D R I V E L O C K I N G S C R E W — Secures the optical drive in the optical drive bay. For more information, see "Optical Drive" on page 97.

— Produces a broader bass output than is provided by the speakers.

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