Dell Precision M6300 (Late 2007): инструкция

Dell Precision™

Mobile Workstation M6300

Quick Reference Guide

Model PP05XA

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Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of

your computer.

NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data

and tells you how to avoid the problem.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury,

or death.

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Model PP05XA

July 2007 P/N RP926 Rev. A00

Contents

Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Setting Up Your Computer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

About Your Computer

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Front View

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Left Side View

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Right Side View

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Back View

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Bottom View

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using a Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Battery Performance

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Checking the Battery Charge

. . . . . . . . . . . 16

Conserving Battery Power

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Charging the Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Removing the Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Storing a Battery

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Troubleshooting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Lockups and Software Problems

. . . . . . . . . 21

Dell Diagnostics

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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4 Contents

Finding Information

NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your

computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.

NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer.

What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• A diagnostic program for my computer

Drivers and Utilities Media

• Drivers for my computer

NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media may

be optional and may not ship with your

• My device documentation

computer.

• Notebook System Software (NSS)

Documentation and drivers are already

installed on your computer. You can use

the Drivers and Utilities media to reinstall

drivers (see "Reinstalling Drivers and

Utilities" in your User’s Guide) and to run

the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell

Diagnostics" on page 23).

Readme files may be included on your

media to provide last-minute updates

about technical changes to your computer

or advanced technical reference material

for technicians or experienced users.

NOTE: Drivers and documentation updates

can be found at support.dell.com.

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• Warranty information

Dell™ Product Information Guide

• Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)

• Safety instructions

• Regulatory information

• Ergonomics information

• End User License Agreement

• Service Tag and Express Service Code

Service Tag and Microsoft Windows

®

®

Product Key

• Microsoft

Windows

Product Key

These labels are located on your

computer.

• Use the Service Tag to identify your

computer when you use

support.dell.com

or contact support.

• Enter the Express Service Code to direct

your call when contacting support.

NOTE: As an increased security measure,

the newly designed Microsoft Windows

license label incorporates a missing portion

or hole to discourage removal of the label.

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• How to remove and replace parts

Dell Precision™ User’s Guide

• Specifications

Microsoft Windows XP and Windows

Vista™ Help and Support Center

• How to configure system settings

1

Click

Start

→

Help and Support

→

Dell

• How to troubleshoot and solve problems

User and System Guides

→

System

Guides

.

2

Click the

User’s Guide

for your

computer.

• Solutions — Troubleshooting hints and

Dell Support Website — support.dell.com

tips, articles from technicians, online

NOTE: Select your region or business

courses, and frequently asked questions

segment to view the appropriate support

• Community — Online discussion with

site.

other Dell customers

• Upgrades — Upgrade information for

components, such as the memory, hard

drive, and operating system

• Customer Care — Contact information,

service call and order status, and

warranty and repair information

• Service and support — Service call

status, support history, service contract,

and online discussions with support

• Dell Technical Update Service —

Proactive e-mail notification of software

and hardware updates for your computer

• Reference — Computer documentation,

details on my computer configuration,

product specifications, and white papers

• Downloads — Certified drivers, patches,

and software updates

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• Notebook System Software (NSS) — If

To download Notebook System Software:

you reinstall the operating system for

1

Go to

support.dell.com

, select your

your computer, you should also reinstall

country/region, and then click

Drivers &

the NSS utility. NSS automatically

Downloads

.

detects your computer and operating

2

Click

Select a Model

or

Enter a Tag

,

system and installs the updates

make the appropriate selections or enter

appropriate for your configuration,

the appropriate information for your

providing critical updates for your

computer, and then click

Confirm

.

operating system and support for

3

Scroll down to

System and

processors, optical drives, USB devices,

Configuration Utilities

→

Dell

etc. NSS is necessary for correct

Notebook System Software

, and then

operation of your Dell computer.

click

Download Now

.

NOTE: The support.dell.com user interface

may vary depending on your selections.

• Software upgrades and troubleshooting

Dell Support Utility

hints — Frequently asked questions, hot

The Dell Support Utility is an automated

topics, and general health of your

upgrade and notification system installed

computing environment

on your computer. This support provides

real-time health scans of your computing

environment, software updates, and

relevant self-support information. Access

the Dell Support Utility from the

icon in the taskbar.

• How to use

Microsoft Windows XP

and

Windows Help and Support Center

Microsoft Windows Vista

1

Click

Start

→

Help and Support

.

• How to work with programs and files

2

Type a word or phrase that describes

your problem and click the arrow icon.

• How to personalize my desktop

3

Click the topic that describes your

problem.

4

Follow the instructions on the screen.

• Information on network activity, the

Dell QuickSet Help

Power Management Wizard, hotkeys,

To view

Dell QuickSet Help

,

right-click the

and other items controlled by

QuickSet icon in the Microsoft Windows

Dell QuickSet.

taskbar.

For more information on Dell QuickSet,

see "Dell™ QuickSet" in the User’s Guide.

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here

• How to reinstall my operating system

Operating System Media

NOTE: The Operating System media may be

optional and may not ship with your

computer.

The operating system is already installed

on your computer. To reinstall your

operating system, use the Operating

System media (see "Restoring Your

Operating System" in your User’s Guide).

After you reinstall your operating system,

use the Drivers and Utilities media to

reinstall drivers for the devices that came

with your computer.

Your operating system product key label is

located on your computer.

NOTE: The color of your operating system

installation media varies according to the

operating system you ordered.

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CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with household waste. When your battery

no longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency

for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery (see "Battery Disposal" in the

Product Information Guide).

CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn.

Do not puncture, incinerate, or disassemble the battery, and do not expose the

battery to temperatures above 65°C (149°F). Keep the battery away from children.

Handle damaged or leaking batteries with extreme care. Damaged batteries may

leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage.

Checking the Battery Charge

The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows XP Power Meter

window and icon, the Microsoft Windows Vista Power Meter window

and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery

warning provide information on the battery charge.

Dell QuickSet Battery Meter

If Dell QuickSet is installed, press <Fn><F3> to display the QuickSet

Battery Meter. The Battery Meter displays status, battery health, charge level,

and charge completion time for the battery in your computer.

For more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in the

taskbar, and click Help.

Microsoft Windows Vista Power Meter

The Windows Vista Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge.

To check the Power Meter, move your cursor over the Power

icon in the

Notification area to display the Power icon flyout.

If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the Power icon flyout

displays the (plugged in charging) message.

Microsoft Windows Power Meter

The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check

the Power Meter, double-click the icon on the taskbar.

If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears.

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Charge Gauge

By either pressing once or pressing and holding the status button on the

charge gauge on the battery, you can check:

• Battery charge (check by pressing and

releasing

the status button)

• Battery health (check by pressing and

holding

the status button)

The battery operating time is largely determined by the number of times it is

charged. After hundreds of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some

charge capacity, or battery health; consequently, a battery can show a status of

charged but maintain a reduced charge capacity (health).

Check the Battery Charge

To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the battery

charge gauge to illuminate the charge-level lights. Each light represents

approximately 20 percent of the total battery charge. For example, if the

battery has 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of the lights are on. If no

lights appear, the battery has no charge.

Check the Battery Health

NOTE: You can check battery health in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge

on the battery as described below or by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet.

For information about QuickSet, right-click the icon in the taskbar, and click Help.

To check the battery health using the charge gauge, press and hold the status

button on the battery charge gauge for at least three seconds. If no lights

appear, the battery is in good condition, and more than 80 percent of its

original charge capacity remains. Each light represents incremental

degradation. If five lights appear, less than 60 percent of the charge capacity

remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. See "Battery

Performance" on page 15 for more information about the battery operating

time.

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Low-Battery Warning

NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately after a

low-battery warning. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet. If the

battery runs completely out of power, hibernate mode begins automatically.

A pop-up window warns you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent

depleted. If two batteries are installed, the low-battery warning means that

the combined charge of both batteries is approximately 90 percent depleted.

The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is at a critically

low level.

You can change the settings for the battery alarms in QuickSet or the

Power Options Properties window. See "Configuring Power Management

Settings" in your User’s Guide for information about accessing QuickSet or

the Power Options Properties window.

Conserving Battery Power

Perform the following actions to conserve battery power:

• Connect the computer to an electrical outlet when possible.

• Place the computer in standby mode or hibernate mode when you leave

the computer unattended for long periods of time (see "Power

Management Modes" in your

User’s Guide

).

• Use the Power Management Wizard or the

Power Options Properties

window to select options to optimize your computer’s power usage. These

options can also be set to change when you press the power button, close

the display, or press <Fn><Esc>.

NOTE: See "Configuring Power Management Settings" in your User’s Guide for

information on conserving battery power.

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Charging the Battery

When you connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery

while the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the computer checks

the battery charge and temperature. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges

the battery and maintains the battery charge.

NOTE: With Dell ExpressCharge™, when the computer is turned off, the AC adapter

charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in approximately one hour

and to 100 percent in approximately two hours. Charge time is longer with the

computer turned on. You can leave the battery in the computer for as long as you like.

The battery’s internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging.

If the battery is hot from being used in your computer or being in a hot

environment, the battery may not charge when you connect the computer to

an electrical outlet.

The battery is too hot to start charging if the light flashes alternately

green and orange. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and

allow the computer and the battery to cool to room temperature, then

connect the computer to an electrical outlet to continue charging the battery.

For information about resolving problems with a battery, see "Power

Problems" in your User’s Guide.

Removing the Battery

CAUTION: The battery is designed to work with your Dell computer. Using an

incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the

battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Do not use a battery

from other computers with your computer.

CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off the computer, disconnect

the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem

from the wall connector and computer, and remove all other external cables from

the computer.

NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the computer to avoid possible

connector damage.

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To remove the battery:

1

If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See

the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.

2

Ensure that the computer is turned off or suspended in a power

management mode.

3

Slide the battery release latch on the bottom of the computer, and then

remove the battery from the bay.

1 2

1 battery release latch 2 battery

Storing a Battery

Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of

time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage

period, recharge the battery fully before you use it (see "Charging the Battery"

on page 19).

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Troubleshooting

Lockups and Software Problems

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the

safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

The computer does not start up

ENSURE THAT THE POWER CABLE IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO

THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET

The computer stops responding

NOTICE: You may lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system

shutdown.

T

URN THE COMPUTER OFF — If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on

your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least

8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer.

A program stops responding

END THE PROGRAM

1

Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously to access the Task Manager.

2

Click the

Applications

tab.

3

Click to select the program that is no longer responding.

4

Click

End Task

.

A program crashes repeatedly

NOTE: Most software includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a

floppy disk, CD, or DVD.

C

HECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION — If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall

the program.

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A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system

RUN THE PROGRAM COMPATIBILITY WIZARD

Windows XP:

The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an

environment similar to non-Windows XP operating system environments.

1

Click

Start

→

All Programs

→

Accessories

→

Program Compatibility Wizard

.

2

Click

Next

.

3

Follow the instructions on the screen.

Windows Vista:

The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an

environment similar to non-Windows Vista operating system environments.

1

Click

Start

→

Control Panel

→

Programs

→

Use an older program with this

version of Windows

.

2

At the welcome screen, click

Next

.

3

Follow the instructions on the screen.

A solid blue screen appears

TURN THE COMPUTER OFF — If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on

your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least

8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer.

Other software problems

CHECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION OR CONTACT THE SOFTWARE

MANUFACTURER FOR TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION

• Ensure that the program is compatible with the operating system installed on

your computer.

• Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to

run the software. See the software documentation for information.

• Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly.

• Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program.

• If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.

BACK UP YOUR FILES IMMEDIATELY

USE A VIRUS-SCAN PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, FLOPPY DISKS, CDS ,

OR DVDS

SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR

COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU

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Dell Diagnostics

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the

safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in

Lockups and Software Problems (see "Lockups and Software Problems" on

page 21) and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for assistance.

It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.

NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers.

NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not ship with your computer.

Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from the Drivers and

Utilities media.

Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive

The Dell Diagnostics is located on a separate diagnostic utility partition on

your hard drive.

NOTE: If your computer does not display a screen image, contact Dell (see

"Contacting Dell" in your User’s Guide).

NOTE: If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See

the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions.

1

Ensure that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet that is

known to be working properly.

2

Turn on (or restart) your computer.

3

Start the Dell Diagnostics in one of the following ways:

NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue

to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down your

computer and try again.

– When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately.

Select

Diagnostics

from the boot menu and press <Enter>.

NOTE: Before attempting the following option, the computer must be

powered down completely.

– Press and hold the <Fn> key while powering the computer on.

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NOTE: If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has

been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Utilities media.

The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of

initial tests of your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc.

• During the assessment, answer any questions that appear.

• If failures are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment,

write down the error code(s) and then contact Dell (see

"Contacting Dell" in your

User’s Guide

).

If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, the following

message appears: "

Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility

Partition. Press any key to continue

."

4

Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility

partition on your hard drive.

5

When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want

to run (see "Dell Diagnostics Main Menu" on page 25).

Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media

1

Insert the

Drivers and Utilities

media

.

2

Shut down and restart the computer.

When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately.

NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to

wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, then shut down your

computer and try again.

NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only. On the

next start up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the

system setup program.

3

When the boot device list appears, highlight

CD/DVD/CD-RW

and press

<Enter>.

4

Select the

Boot from CD-ROM

option from the menu that appears and

press <Enter>.

5

Ty p e

1

to start the CD menu and press <Enter> to proceed.

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6

Select

Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics

from the numbered list. If

multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your

computer.

7

When the Dell Diagnostics

Main Menu

appears, select the test you want

to run.

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

1

After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the

Main

Menu

screen appears, click

the button for the option you want.

NOTE: It is recommended that you select Test System to run a complete test on

your computer.

Option Function

Test Memory Run the stand-alone memory test

Test System Run System Diagnostics

Exit Exit the Diagnostics

2

After you have selected the

Test System

option from the main menu, the

following menu appears:

NOTE: It is recommended that you select Extended Test from the menu below to

run a more thorough check of devices in the computer.

Option Function

Express Test Performs a quick test of devices in the system. This typically

can take 10 to 20 minutes.

Extended Test Performs a thorough check of devices in the system.

This typically can take an hour or more.

Custom Test Use to test a specific device or customize the tests to be run.

Symptom Tree This option allows you to select tests based on a symptom of

the problem you are having. This option lists the most

common symptoms.

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