Dell Latitude D800: About Your Computer

About Your Computer

See your online User’s Guide for detailed information about the computer. Depending on

your operating system, double-click the User’s Guide icon on your desktop, or click the

Start button, click Help and Support Center, and then click User and system guides. The

following items address some of the more commonly asked questions about the computer.

• Modem and network adapter: The computer may include both a v.92 56K modem and a

10/100/1000 Ethernet LOM network adapter. For connector locations, see "Right

View" later in this document. For more information on ports and connectors, see

"About Your Computer" in your online User’s Guide.

• Battery life and usage: Various batteries are available for use with your computer. Using

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the 72 WHr/6486-mAh battery that comes standard with the computer, you can

expect from 3 to 4 hours of operating time from a single fully charged battery with

average usage. Performing certain types of operations, such as extended wireless

operation, can significantly reduce battery life.

– For more information on battery performance, usage, and conserving power, see

"Using a Battery" and "Power Management" in the User’s Guide.

– For information on an optional second battery, see "Using the Module Bay" in the

User’s Guide.

• Module bay devices: For information on the module bay and the devices it supports, see

"Using the Module Bay" in the User’s Guide.

• Docking devices: Your computer supports the Dell D/Dock Expansion Station and the

Dell D/Port Advanced Port Replicator.

NOTE: Docking devices may not be available in all countries.

– For information on your optional docking device, see the documentation that

accompanied the device.

– For information on obtaining optimal performance when using a docking device

with this computer, see "Solving Problems" in the User’s Guide.

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