Dell Latitude C800 User Manual

Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Model PP01X Notes, Notices, and Cautions Information in this document is subject to change without notice. ©20

Docking Devices USB Devices Mouse, External Keyboard, and External Numeric Keypad Mouse If the Pointing Device option in the system setup program is s

The PC Card configuration utility performs the following functions: l Notifies you whenever a PC Card is inserted and tells you how the card is confi

Back to Contents Page Limited Warranty and Return Policy: Dell™ Latitude™ C800 User's Guide Three-Year Limited Warranty (U.S. Only) Dell Compute

AVAILABLE FOR USE OR FOR LOST DATA OR SOFTWARE. SOME STATES (OR JURISDICTIONS) DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DELL DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT OR LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,

"Total Satisfaction" Return Policy (U.S. and Canada Only) If you are an end-user customer who bought new products directly from a Dell compa

You can attach the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector. The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. You can connect

NOTICE: Do not confuse the modem and network connectors on your computer. Do not plug a telephone line into the network connector. For information on

Adjusting the Picture If an error message notifies you that the current resolution and color depth are using too much memory and preventing DVD playba

Back to Contents Page ContactingDell:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Overview When you need to contact Dell, use the telephone numbers, codes

Americas Contact Numbers Germany (Langen) 00 49 6103 Hong Kong 001 852 Not required Ireland (Cherrywood) 16 353 1 Italy (Milan) 00 39 0

Chile call the U.S.A. for sales, customer, and technical assistance Latin America NOTE: Customers in Latin America call the U.S.A. for sales, custome

Europe Contact Numbers Country (City) Department Name or Service Area Code Local Number or Toll-Free Number Austria (Vienna) NOTE: Customers in Au

(Paris/Montpellier)     Technical Support 0825 387 270 CustomerCare 0825 823 833 Fax 0825 004701 Switchboard 0825 004 700 Switchboard (

Switchboard 02 577 821 Web site: http://support.euro.dell.com  E-mail:[email protected] Luxembourg NOTE: Customers in Luxembourg call B

Back to Contents Page ACAdapterandBattery:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide About the AC Adapter l You can connect the AC adapter with your c

Spain (Madrid)      Home and Small BusinessTechnical Support  902 100 130 Customer Care  902 118 540 Sales  902 118 541Fax  90

Asia and Other Regions Contact Numbers E-mail: [email protected] Country (City) Department Name or Service Area Code Local Number or

Back to Contents Page Korea (Seoul) Technical Support  toll free: 080-200-3800 Sales  toll free: 080-200-3600 Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia

Back to Contents Page Dell™Diagnostics:DellLatitude™C800User'sGuide When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Whenever a major component or device i

l BootFirstDevice:DisketteDrive l BootSecondDevice:CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive l BootThirdDevice:InternalHDD 6. Insert the Dell ResourceCD int

Information in the Advanced Testing screen is presented as follows: l On the left side of the screen, the Device Groups area lists the diagnostic t

Confirming the System Configuration Information When you boot your computer from your ResourceCD, the diagnostics checks your system configuration inf

Back to Contents Page ReinstallingSoftware:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Installing Drivers and Utilities The Dell Drivers and Utilities CD

5. Double-clickthefolderfortheutilities. 6. Copy the Asset Tag utility on the Drivers and Utilities CD to the c:\dell\utildirectoryonyourha

 Installing Network Adapter Drivers for Windows NT® 1. Save your work in all open application programs. 2. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD into

 l The battery’s self-test capability alerts you to battery conditions such as low charge.  l The battery has a life span of around 400 discharge/

1. If you have not already done so, perform steps 2 through 14 under Installing Network Adapter Drivers to install Advanced Power Management (APM) sup

Back to Contents Page UnderstandingErrorMessages:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Your application programs, operating system, and the comput

computer, reinstall the drive, and reboot the computer. Run the hard drive tests in the Dell Diagnostics.Hard-disk drive controller failure 0The hard

Back to Contents Page Not a boot disketteThere is no operating system on the floppy disk.Boot the computer with a floppy disk that contains an operati

Back to Contents Page FeaturesandOptions:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide l 15.0-inch or 14.1-inch super extended graphics array plus (SXGA

For information on the available options for your computer, visit the Dell website at http://www.dell.com. Back to Contents Page

Back to Contents Page Front View:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide NOTICE: To avoid overheating the computer, do not place any objects close to

Back to Contents Page Drive accessCaps LockBatteryScroll Lock

Back to Contents Page HelpOverview:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Technical Assistance If you need assistance with a technical problem, perf

[email protected] [email protected] (for Asian/Pacific countries only) support.euro.dell.com (for Europe only) l Electronic Quote Service sales@

You can also install a second battery in the modular bay. Installing a Battery in the Modular Bay NOTICE: To avoid data loss, do not replace a battery

4. Include any accessories that belong with the item(s) being returned (power cables, software diskettes, guides, and so on) if the return is for cre

Back to Contents Page WhatYouNeedtoKnow:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Finding Information In addition to this User's Guide, the fol

Power (Safety Instructions, continued) Battery(SafetyInstructions,continued) l Do not use your computer in a wet environment, for example, ne

AirTravel(SafetyInstructions,continued)  EMC Instructions l Use shielded signal cables to ensure that you maintain the appropriate EMC classi

board. l Clean the display with a soft, clean cloth and commercial window cleaner that does not contain wax or abrasives. Apply the cleaner to the cl

When Removing or Installing Memory Modules Before removing or installing memory modules, perform the following steps in the sequence indicated. NOTI

Back to Contents Page Conserving Power: Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Conservation Tips l For Microsoft®Windows®2000 and Windows Me, enter

 Hibernate Mode Hibernate mode copies all system data to the hard drive, and then turns off the computer. When you resume computer operation, the app

The Power Options Properties window contains the following tabs: l Power Scheme — Allows you to select a power mode setting. Select the Portable/La

Activating Suspend Mode l Press <Fn><Esc> (or <Scroll Lock><Esc> on an external keyboard if the External Hot Key option is ena

1If you install a failed battery, the light flashes amber rapidly. To purchase a new battery, call Dell or go to the Dell website at http://www.dell

Back to Contents Page RegulatoryNotices:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Overview Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) is any signal or emissio

as distinguished by either an FCC ID number or the FCC logo ( ), your computer is considered to be a Class B digital device. Once you have determined

Fax Branding The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fa

l EN 60950 — "Safety of Information Technology Equipment." l Class A is for typical commercial areas. l Class B is for typical domestic ar

This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) for information technology equipment. If th

The equipment should draw power from a socket with an attached protection circuit (a three-prong socket). All equipment that works together (computer,

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CE Mark Notice This device complies with the requirements of the European Directive 1999/5/EC. New Zealand Telecom Warnings General “The grant of

“This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to the Telecom ‘111’ Emergence Service.” “If a charge for local calls is unacceptable, th

Back to Contents Page Removing and Replacing Parts: Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Preparing to Work Inside the Computer Before you start to w

Battery Disposal When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal agency or environmental agency for advice on disposing of

4. Remove the new hard drive from its packaging. Save the original packaging to use when you store or ship the hard drive. NOTICE: If the drive doe

2. Closethedisplay,andturnthecomputerupsidedown. 3. Remove the screw from the memory module cover (located next to the icon labeled "K

Memory modules are keyed, or designed to fit into their sockets in only one direction. The slots on the system board are notched so that the memory mo

Back to Contents Page Passwords and Security: Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide About Passwords A primary password prevents unauthorized access t

The hard drive password helps protect the data on your hard drive from unauthorized access. You can also assign a password for the modular hard drive

3. Type asset /d and press <Enter>. Assigning an Owner Tag Anownertagcanhaveupto48characters;anycombinationofletters,numbers,and

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Back to Contents Page UsingtheSystemSetupProgram:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Overview You can use the system setup program as follows:

The box on the upper-right half of each screen displays help information for the option with a currently highlighted field. l Computer data The box in

Back to Contents Page FindingSolutions:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Overview Before you call Dell for technical assistance, complete the

Back to Contents Page Connecting Devices: Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Back View NOTICE: When disconnecting external devices from the back

the computer. 2. Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer. 3. Remove any installed batteries. Wipe off ea

7. Turn off the computer, wait a few seconds, and then turn on the computer again. Does the light appear? Yes. Your computer is receiving power. Go

No. Call Dell for technical assistance. Only Partial PowerIf the light shows that your computer is receiving power, but the display remains blank, p

During POST, the computer checks the drive, comparing its characteristics with the system configuration information. The light blinks as the compute

trouble, call Dellfortechnicalassistance. No. Go to step 11. 11. Call Dell for technical assistance. Hard Drive ProblemsDuring POST, the compute

Hardware Conflicts Hardware conflicts occur if the device is detected by the operating system but is configured incorrectly. Symptoms: l System hang

double-click Control Panel.) l Double-click the PC Card (PCMCIA) icon. Ensure that the card is listed in the PC Card (PCMCIA) Properties window. If

7. Adjust the brightness. Is the full display readable? Yes. Go to step 8. No. Go to step 9. 8. Has an error message appeared? Yes. See "Under

l Eliminate possible interference. Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, or halogen lamps to check for interference from those devices. l If you

2. Do the tests complete successfully? Yes. The controller is functioning properly. If the problem persists, call Dell for technical assistance. No.

Right Side View NOTICE: To avoid overheating the computer, do not place any objects close to an air intake or fan, and do not allow any objects to co

If a system error message indicates a port problem or if equipment connected to a port seems to perform incorrectly or not at all, the source of the p

Back to Contents Page No. Call Dellfortechnicalassistance. Parallel Port Printer Doesn'tWork Basic Checks: l Verify the printer cable conne

Back to Contents Page TechnicalSpecifications:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide ProcessorAC AdapterPC CardsPhysicalMemoryEnvironmental (Comput

3.3-V SDRAM SODIMMS Standard RAM64-MB memory moduleMaximum RAM512 MBMemory clock speed100MHzMemory access timeCL2 (Note: CL2 indicates a CAS latency

NOTE: Color depth is based on 256 colors for 8-bit, 65,536 colors for 16-bit, and 4,294,967,296 colors for 32-bit displays. Display Resolution and Col

Display TypeSXGA+ active-matrix color (TFT) UXGA active-matrix color (TFT)Dimensions(activearea):15.0inchesHeight 228.1 mm (9.0 inches)Width 304.

Width 139.0 mm (5.47 inches)Weight8 cell: 0.39 kg (0.87 lb)Voltage14.8 VDCCapacity8 cell: 59.0 WHCharge time (approximate)1:Computer on 2.5hrCompute

Width 326.1 mm (12.84 inches)Depth 276.0 mm (10.87 inches)Weight2 2.98 kg (6.58 lb) with travel module installed in modular bay 3.18 kg (7.02 lb) wi

Back to Contents Page Supply current 25 mA (maximum operating for track stick and touch pad combined)ESDin accordance with IEC-801-2Track Stick Inte

Back to Contents Page TravelingWithYourComputer:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Identifying Your Computer l Attach a nametag or business c

External Monitor If you are running the Microsoft®Windows®Me operating system in dual-display mode, you can use an external monitor as an extension

for your modem connection. Traveling by Air l Be sure to have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the computer. NOTICE: Do n

Back to Contents Page UsingYourComputer:Dell™Latitude™C800User'sGuide Modular Bay Your computer comes with a floppy driveinstalledinthe

4. Insert the new device and push it until you hear a click. Swapping Devices While the Computer Is On NOTICE: If the computer is docked, undock it

6. Insert the new device and push it until you hear a click. 7. Press the power button to resume from standby. 8. If necessary, enter your password

NOTICE: Donotmovethecomputerwhenusingthedrive. NOTICE: Always use compressed air to clean the lens in the drive. Never touch the lens. Playi

1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. (If you are running Windows 2000, double-click Control Panel.) 2. In the

Power Conservation Key Combination Press toactivatepowerconservationpropertiesifyouconfiguredthepowermanagementproperties.See"C

Cursor Controls YourcomputerisequippedwiththeDellDualPointintegratedpointingdevice,whichincludestwocursorpointingdevicesthatperform

The two track stick buttons, located between the touch pad and the space bar on the keyboard, correspond to the left and right buttons on a mouse. l

See "Technical Specifications" for information on supported PC Cards. NOTICE: Extended cards are longer versions of standard PC Cards. They