Dell D/Dock Expansion-Station User Manual

Dell™ D/Dock Expansion-Station User's GuideUsing the Expansion StationRegulatory NoticesGlossaryNotes, Notices, and CautionsNOTE: A NOTE indicate

unsaved data will be lost.1. Save and close any open files and exit any open programs. 2. To begin the undocking process, determine the docking stat

1 PCI expansion-card coverPress on the vertical strips near the left end of the PCI expansion-card cover, and slide the cover to the right. Thecover s

8. Remove the filler panel if one is present. 9. If a PCI card is installed, remove the card by grasping it by its back corners and easing it out of

Using the Module BayYou can install any module from your computer, such as a floppy drive or CD drive, in the module bay of the D/Dockexpansion statio

1 module2 latch release1. Ensure the slide lock on the right side of the expansion station is in the unlocked position. 2. Push the latch release on

1 battery2 latch releaseIf no computer is docked, or if the docked computer's batteries are fully charged and the computer is turned off, theexpa

2 latch releaseSecuring the D/Dock Expansion StationThe expansion station offers the following security features:A slide lock that allows you to secur

Depth 160 mm (6.30 inches)Width 312 mm (12.28 inches)AC Power Input Voltage 100–240 VAC, 50–60 HzAmperage up to 2.0 AI/0 Serial (DTE) one 9-pin con

Back to Contents PageRegulatory NoticesDell™ D/Dock Expansion-Station User's Guide FCC Notices (U.S. Only) IC Notice (Canada Only) CE Notice (

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with themanufacturer's instru

Back to Contents PageUsing the Expansion StationDell™ D/Dock Expansion-Station User's Guide Safety Instructions Other Documents Available Over

local or long-distance transmission charges.IC Notice (Canada Only)Most Dell computers (and other Dell digital apparatus) are classified by the Indust

EN 55022 — "Information Technology Equipment — Radio Disturbance Characteristics — Limits and Methods ofMeasurement."EN 55024 — "Inform

complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nordoes it provide any sort of

VCCI Notice (Japan Only)Most Dell computers are classified by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) as Class B information technologye

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

Class B DevicePlease note that this device has been approved for nonbusiness purposes and may be used in any environment, includingresidential areas.M

BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)If you find a or mark on the regulatory

label on the bottom, side, or back panel of your computer, the following section is applicable:Back to Contents Page

Back to Contents PageGlossaryDell™ D/Dock Expansion-Station User's GuideA B C D E F G H I K L M N O P R S T U

BTU — British thermal unit — A measurement of heat output.bus — A communication pathway between the components in your computer.bus speed — The speed,

1 power button 3 eject button2 undock request button power button — Press to turn a docked computer on or off. The power button light indicates the

device driver — See driver.DIN connector — A round, six-pin connector that conforms to DIN (Deutsche Industrie-Norm) standards; it is typically usedto

to the system bus.Express Service Code — A numeric code located on a sticker on your Dell™ computer. Use the Express Service Code whencontacting Dell

then turns off the computer. When you restart the computer, the memory information that was saved to the hard drive isautomatically restored.HTML — hy

LED — light-emitting diode — An electronic component that emits light to indicate the status of the computer.local bus — A data bus that provides a fa

system setup options that you can set.OOptical Drive — A drive that uses optical technology to read or write data from CDs, DVDs, or DVD+RWs. Example

readme file — A text file included with a software package or hardware product. Typically, readme files provide installationinformation and describe n

Network connections cannot be protected by surge protectors. Always disconnect the network cable from the networkconnector during electrical storms.SV

video mode — A mode that describes how text and graphics are displayed on a monitor. Graphics-based software, such asWindows operating systems, displa

The following table shows the connectors and icons on the back of the expansion station and indicates the purpose of eachconnector.1 RJ-11 modemconnec

Right View1 PCI card cover2 security cable slot3 slide lockNOTICE: You can damage the computer and/or the expansion station by attempting to dock the

2 battery charge light3 module bay4 audio connectormodule bay — Lets you install a Dell D-series compatible module, such as a floppy, optical or combi

NOTE: Docking drivers are installed automatically as part of your operating system.1. Save any open files. 2. Connect the AC power cable to the expa

4 docking latches6. Lower the computer and ensure that the DELL badge on the computer aligns with the badge on the expansion station.Move it slightly

9. If the computer was not already turned on, you can turn it on using the power button on either the computer or theexpansion station. 10. If the c