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Dell Latitude D531 User Manual

Dell Latitude D531
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36 Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Battery
Wireless
Display Functions
Power Management
<Fn><F3> Displays the Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter (see
"Checking the Battery Charge" on page 30).
<Fn><F2> Enables and disables wireless networking and Bluetooth
wireless technology. Displays the status for each radio
device installed in the computer.
<Fn><F8> Switches the video image to the next display option. The
options include the integrated display, an external
monitor, and both displays simultaneously.
<Fn><F7> Scales between wide-screen and standard aspect ratio
video resolutions.
<Fn> and left-arrow key When on battery power, activates the ambient light
sensor, which controls brightness of the display based on
light level in the current environment. Ambient light
sensor status is displayed on a pop-up.
<Fn> and up-arrow key Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not
on an external monitor). Ambient light sensor brightness
level is displayed in a pop-up.
<Fn> and down-arrow key Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not
on an external monitor). Ambient light sensor brightness
level is displayed in a pop-up.
<Fn><Esc> Also known as the Suspend key. Activates a power
management mode. You can reprogram this keyboard
shortcut to activate a different power management mode
using the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties
window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings"
on page 33).
<Fn><F1> Puts the system into hibernate mode. Dell QuickSet is
required (see "Dell™ QuickSet" on page 129).

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Dell Latitude D531 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Hard Drive InterfaceSATA
ProcessorAMD Turion 64 X2 or AMD Sempron
RAMUp to 4GB DDR2
Display15.4-inch WXGA (1280x800) or WXGA+ (1440x900)
GraphicsATI Radeon X1270
StorageUp to 160GB HDD
Optical DriveDVD-ROM, DVD+/-RW
Operating SystemWindows Vista, Windows XP
WirelessDell Wireless 1390
Ports4 x USB 2.0, VGA, Ethernet, Modem, Headphone, Microphone

Summary

Finding Information

About Your Computer

Front View

Identifies and explains the front panel components of the computer.

Left Side View

Identifies and explains the connectors and slots on the left side of the computer.

Right Side View

Identifies and explains the ports and bays on the right side of the computer.

Back View

Identifies and explains the connectors on the back of the computer.

Bottom View

Identifies and explains the components on the bottom of the computer.

Transferring Information to a New Computer

Files and Settings Transfer Wizard

Guides users through the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard for data migration.

Using a Battery

Battery Performance

Explains factors affecting battery life and operating time.

Checking the Battery Charge

Describes methods to check battery charge status and health.

Conserving Battery Power

Provides actions to take to conserve battery power and extend its life.

Power Management Modes

Explains Standby and Hibernate modes for power saving.

Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad

Numeric Keypad

Explains the functionality and usage of the numeric keypad.

Key Combinations

Lists and explains various keyboard shortcuts for system functions.

Touch Pad

Describes the functionality and usage of the touch pad for cursor control.

Customizing the Touch Pad

Guides users on how to adjust touch pad settings and disable it.

Using the Display

Display Properties

Covers adjusting display brightness, switching video image, and setting resolution.

Using an External Monitor or Projector

Details connecting and using external display devices.

Saving Battery Power

Discusses how the ambient light sensor helps conserve battery power.

Using Multimedia

Playing CDs or DVDs

Provides instructions on how to insert and play CDs or DVDs.

Copying CDs and DVDs

Explains the process of copying CDs and DVDs using provided software.

Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device

Guides on connecting the computer to external audio-visual devices.

Setting Up and Using Networks

Connecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable

Instructions for connecting the computer to a network using a cable.

Wireless Local Area Network

Information on establishing a WLAN connection, including requirements.

Connecting to a WLAN

Procedures for connecting to an available wireless network.

Mobile Broadband (WWAN)

Information on establishing a Mobile Broadband network connection.

Using Cards

Card Types

Describes different types of PC Cards and Extended PC Cards.

Installing a PC Card or an ExpressCard

Provides instructions for installing PC Cards and ExpressCards.

Securing Your Computer

Security Cable Lock

Explains how to use a security cable lock to protect the computer.

Passwords

Details different password types for computer security.

Using a Hard Drive Password

Instructions for setting a hard drive password to protect data.

Cleaning Your Computer

Computer, Keyboard, and Display

Instructions for cleaning the computer's exterior, keyboard, and display.

Mouse

Guidance on cleaning optical and non-optical mice.

CDs and DVDs

Advice on cleaning discs for better playback quality.

Troubleshooting

Dell Diagnostics

Procedures for running system diagnostics to identify hardware issues.

Drive Problems

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to floppy, CD, or DVD drives.

Error Messages

Lists common error messages and their potential causes and solutions.

Memory Problems

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to computer memory modules.

Power Problems

Steps to resolve issues related to the computer's power supply and battery.

System Setup Program

Overview

Explains the purpose and usage of the system setup program.

Changing the Boot Sequence

Details how to modify the order in which the computer boots devices.

Reinstalling Software

Drivers

Explains what drivers are and when they need to be installed or updated.

Restoring Your Operating System

Explains how to restore the operating system using System Restore or media.

Adding and Replacing Parts

Before You Begin

General preparation steps and recommended tools before working inside the computer.

Before Working Inside Your Computer

Safety guidelines and precautions to follow before opening the computer.

Hard Drive

Procedures for removing and installing the hard drive.

Memory

Information and procedures for installing or upgrading computer memory modules.

Dell™ QuickSet

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