................15 Converting Between Notebook and Tablet Modes 6 Quick Disconnect (QD) Connector..............17 .................. 17 Installing a QD (Quick Disconnect) connector ......................... 17 Removing a QD connector 7 Specifications......................18 ................22 Information para NOM (únicamente para México) 8 Contacting Dell....................... 23...
• Safety best practices • Regulatory certification • Ergonomics See www.dell.com for additional information on: • Warranty • Terms and Conditions (U.S. only) • End User License Agreement Additional information on your product is available at www.dell.com/support/manuals...
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WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your Dell computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer. The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot.
Quick Setup WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional best practices information, see www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
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Connect IEEE 1394 devices, such as a 1394 hard drive (optional). Figure 4. 1394 Connector Open the computer display and press the power button to turn on the computer. Figure 5. Power Button NOTE: It is recommended that you turn on and shut down your computer at least once before you install any cards or connect the computer to a docking device or other external device, such as a printer.
WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer.
WARNING: To prevent ignition in a hazardous atmosphere, batteries must only be changed or charged in an area known to be non-hazardous. Push the battery slide-lock to the right to unlock. The door can now be opened by sliding the latch down, and rotating the door in a downward direction.
Installing the Hard Drive To secure the hard drive, push the hard drive into its compartment. Rotate the door back towards the computer and press until it is in a closed position. NOTE: Ensure that the hard drive pull tab does not cover the water seal. Engage the lock by sliding it until the lock symbol is visible.
Working on Your Computer This section provides information about Backlit Keyboard, Stealth Mode, Function keys and how to convert your computer to notebook and tablets modes. Using the Backlit Keyboard The Latitude rugged series comes equipped with a backlit keyboard that can be customized. The system comes with the following colors enabled: White Green...
Customizing the Backlit Keyboard in System Setup (BIOS) Power off the computer. Power on the computer and at the Dell logo, tap the <F2> key repeatedly to bring up the system setup menu. Expand and open the System Configuration menu.
Disabling Stealth Mode in the System Setup (BIOS) Power off the computer. Power on the computer and at the Dell logo, tap the <F2> key repeatedly to bring up the System Setup menu. Expand and open the System Configuration menu.
Enabling and Disabling Wireless (WiFi) Feature Press the <Fn> + <PrtScr> keys to enable wireless networking. Press the<Fn> + < PrtScr> keys again to disable wireless networking. Converting Between Notebook and Tablet Modes To undock the computer, press the display latch. Open the display lid by lifting it upwards.
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Close the display lid. The computer is now converted for use in the tablet mode. Repeat the steps, flipping the display in the opposite direction, to bring the computer back to notebook mode.
Quick Disconnect (QD) Connector Latitude fully rugged products come equipped with receptacles for QD (Quick-Disconnect) connectors at the corners. These receptacles allow the connection of optional accessories such as shoulder straps. Installing a QD (Quick Disconnect) connector Perform the following steps to install a QD connector: a.
Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. Table 1. System Information Feature Specification DRAM bus width 64 bit Flash EPROM SPI 32 Mbits PCIe 2.0 bus 100MHz Table 2. Processor Feature Specification Types Intel Core i3/i5/i7 series L3 cache up to 4 MB External bus frequency 1600MHz Table 3.
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Feature Specification Speakers one mono speaker Internal speaker amplifier 2 W (RMS) Volume controls Volume Up/Volume Down buttons CAUTION: Adjustment of volume control, as well as the equalizer in the operating system and/or equalizer software, to other settings than the center position may increase the earphones and/or headphones output and cause hearing damage or loss.
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Feature Specification SIM Slot one micro-SIM slot with security feature Table 8. Display Feature Specification Type WLED display Size 14.0 inches Dimensions: Height 190.00 mm (7.48 inches) Width 323.5 mm (12.59 inches) Diagonal 375.2 mm (14.77 inches) Active area (X/Y) 309.4 mm x 173.95 mm Maximum resolution 1366 x 768 pixels...
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Table 11. Battery Feature Specification Type 6–cell or 9–cell “smart” lithium ion Dimensions: Height 21 mm (0.82 inch) Width 166.9 mm (6.57 inches) Depth 80 mm (3.14 inches) • 6–cell : 365.5 g (0.80 lb) Weight • 9–cell : 520 g (1.14 lb) Voltage 11.1 VDC Temperature range:...
Table 13. Physical Feature Specification Height 51.5 mm (2.02 inches) Width 356.1 mm (14.01 inches) Depth 247.5 mm (9.74 inches) Weight 7.79 lbs (3.53 kg) Table 14. Environmental Feature Specification Temperature: Operating —29 °C to 63 °C (—20 °F to 145 °F) Storage –51 °C to 71 °C (–60 °F to 160 °F) Relative humidity (maximum):...
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