Dell Latitude D530 User Manual

Getting Help 145
– la-techsupport@dell.com (Latin America and Caribbean countries
only)
– apsupport@dell.com
(Asian/Pacific countries only)
• Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addresses:
– apmarketing@dell.com
(Asian/Pacific countries only)
– sales_canada@dell.com (Canada only)
• Anonymous file transfer protocol (FTP):
–
ftp.dell.com
– Log in as user: anonymous , and use your e-mail address as your
password.
AutoTech Service
Dell's automated support service—AutoTech—provides recorded answers to
the questions most frequently asked by Dell customers about their portable
and desktop computers.
When you call AutoTech, use your touch-tone telephone to select the
subjects that correspond to your questions. For the telephone number to call
for your region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 149.
Automated Order-Status Service
To check on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered, you can go
to support.dell.com, or you can call the automated order-status service. A
recording prompts you for the information needed to locate and report on
your order. For the telephone number to call for your region, see "Contacting
Dell" on page 149.
Problems With Your Order
If you have a problem with your order, such as missing parts, wrong parts, or
incorrect billing, contact Dell for customer assistance. Have your invoice or
packing slip handy when you call. For the telephone number to call for your
region, see "Contacting Dell" on page 149

Dell Latitude D530 Specifications

General

Processor	Intel Core 2 Duo
RAM	Up to 4 GB DDR2
Graphics	Intel GMA X3100
Chipset	Intel GM965
Hard Drive Interface	SATA
Optical Drive	DVD-ROM or DVD+/-RW
Battery	6-cell or 9-cell Lithium-Ion
Display	14.1 inch
Display Resolution	1280 x 800 (WXGA)
Operating System	Windows XP
Ports	4 x USB 2.0, VGA, Ethernet, Modem, Headphone, Microphone
Wireless	802.11a/g
Weight	5.5 lbs (2.49 kg)

Summary

About Your Computer

Front View

Identification of components on the computer's front panel.

Left Side View

Identification of ports and connectors on the computer's left side.

Right Side View

Back View

Bottom View

Setting Up Your Computer

Using a Battery

Battery Performance and Management

Understanding battery life, conservation, and power management modes.

Checking Battery Status

Monitoring battery charge level, health, and status indicators.

Charging and Replacing Batteries

Procedures for charging, replacing, and storing the computer battery.

Using the Keyboard

Keyboard Shortcuts and Key Combinations

Touch Pad Operation and Customization

Using the Display

Adjusting Display Settings

Using External Displays

Setting Up and Using Networks

Network Connection Basics

Connecting the computer to wired and wireless networks.

Wireless Network Setup (WLAN/WWAN)

Configuring wireless local and wide area network connections.

Microsoft Windows Firewall

Securing Your Computer

Password Management

Setting and managing system, administrator, and hard drive passwords.

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Hardware-based security feature for encryption and key management.

Security Management Software

Troubleshooting

Dell Diagnostics

Running diagnostic tests to identify hardware problems.

Dell Support Utility

Using the utility for self-support, updates, and system health scans.

Common Problem Areas

Troubleshooting common hardware and software issues.

System Setup Program

System Setup Overview

Changing Boot Sequence and Ports

Configuring boot order, COM ports, and enabling system features.

Reinstalling Software

Drivers

Understanding the role and identification of device drivers.

Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities

Procedures for reinstalling drivers and system utilities.

Restoring Your Operating System

Methods for restoring the operating system and system state.