About Your Computer 25
Bottom View
BATTERY-BAY LATCH RELEASE —Releases the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page33 for instructions.
BATTERY —When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an
electrical outlet (see "Using a Battery" on page29).
MEMORY MODULE COVER —Covers the compartment that contains the second memory module (see "Memory" on
page115).
DOCKING-DEVICE CONNECTOR —Lets you attach your computer to the Media Base or other docking device. See
the Dell documentation that came with your docking device for more information.
FAN AIR VENTS —The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the fan air vents, which prevents the
computer from overheating.
NOTE: The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a
problem with the fan or the computer.
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.
HARD DRIVE —Stores software and data.
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battery-bay latch release
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battery
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memory module cover
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docking-device connector
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fan air vents
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hard drive
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