Dell Latitude XT3 Owner's Manual

Dell Latitude XT3Owner's ManualRegulatory Model P17GRegulatory Type P17G001

CAUTION: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab, not on the cable itself. Some cables have connectors with locking tabs

6. Disconnect the low-voltage differential signaling (LVDS) and the touchscreen cables from the back of the display panel.7. Remove the display panel

Installing the Display Panel1. Place the display panel onto the keyboard.2. Connect the LVDS and the touchscreen cables to the display panel.3. Rotate

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31CameraRemoving the Camera1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the display bezel.4. Remove the

7. Lift the camera module to remove it.Installing the Camera1. Place the camera on the top edge of the display back cover.2. Tighten the screw to secu

32Display Function Board and CableRemoving the Display Function Board1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery

6. Disconnect the power and the fingerprint cables.7. Remove the display function board.106

Installing the Display Function Board1. Connect the display power and the fingerprint cables to the connector.2. Attach the display function board to

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33Display Power BoardRemoving the Display Power Board1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the d

Recommended ToolsThe procedures in this document may require the following tools:• Small flat-blade screwdriver• #0 Phillips screwdriver• #1 Phillips

6. Disconnect the cable from the display power board.7. Remove the display power board.110

Installing the Display Power Board1. Connect the display power cable to the connector.2. Attach the display power board to the display assembly.3. Tig

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34Fingerprint BoardRemoving the Display Fingerprint Board and Cable1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3

7. To remove the fingerprint board cable, remove the hinge assembly.8. Disconnect the camera cable from the camera module.9. Remove the display finger

Installing the Display Fingerprint Board and Cable1. Attach the display function board cable to the display back cover.2. Attach the fingerprint board

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35Display AssemblyInstalling the Display Assembly1. Attach the display assembly to the computer.2. Thread the WLAN, WWAN, LVDS, and function board cab

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36Display HingesRemoving the Display Hinge Assembly1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the bac

1. Connect any external devices, such as a port replicator, battery slice, or media base, and replace any cards, such as an ExpressCard.2. Connect any

9. To remove the display hinges, remove display bezel.10. Remove the screws that secure the display hinges.11. Remove the display hinges from the disp

Installing the Display Hinge Assembly1. Attach the display hinges to the display back cover.2. Tighten the screws to secure the display hinges.3. Atta

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37Low-Voltage Differential Signaling (LVDS) Camera CableRemoving the LVDS Camera Cable1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. R

4. Replace the display assembly.5. Replace the base cover.6. Replace the hard drive.7. Replace the back panel.8. Replace the battery.9. Follow the pro

38SpecificationsSpecificationsNOTE: Offerings may vary by region. The following specifications are only those required by law to ship with your comput

MemoryMemory connector two SODIMM slotsMemory capacity 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GBMemory type DDR3 1333 MHzMinimum memory 2 GBMaximum memory up to 8 GBAudioT

Ports and Connectors• one eSATA/USB 2.0–compliant connectorMemory card reader smart card/SD card/ExpressCardIEEE 1394 4-pin connectorHDMI 19–pin conne

Keyboard• Japan: 87Layout QWERTY / AZERTY / KanjiTouchpadX/Y position resolution (graphics table mode)600 dpiSize:Width 80 mmHeight 40 mmBatteryType 4

CameraCamera and Microphone 1 Megapixel HD with array Microphone (Optional)Maximum Resolution 1200 x 800 pixelsStylusPen Type electronic, battery powe

2Tablet PC FeaturesIntroductionYour computer is a Tablet PC that has the following features:•User Modes•Tablet Buttons•Tablet PC Interface•Tablet Sett

Physicalwith a WLED panel 30.90 mm (1.22 inches)Width 323.00 mm (12.72 inches)Depth 221.70 mm (8.73 inches)Weight (Minimum) 1.98 kg (4.38 lb) (with 6-

39System SetupOverviewSystem Setup allows you to:• change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your c

GeneralSystem Information This section lists the primary hardware features of your computer.• System Information• Memory Information• Processor Inform

System Configuration• COM1 (Default Setting)• COM2• COM3• COM4NOTE: The operating system may allocate resources even if the setting is disabled.Parall

System Configuration• Disable USB Controller (Default Setting)Keyboard illumination Allows you to configure the keyboard illumination feature. The opt

SecurityNOTE: Deleting the admin password automatically deletes the system password and the hard drive password.NOTE: Successful password changes take

SecurityIf disabled the setup options are locked by the admin password.TPM Security Allows you to enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) during POST

Performancedefault. Allows you to enable or disable multi-core support for the processor. The options are:• All (Default Setting)• 1• 2Intel SpeedStep

Power ManagementNOTE: This feature is only functional when the AC power adapter is connected. If the AC power adapter is removed during Standby, the s

POST BehaviorNumlock Enable Allows you to enable the Numlock option when the computer boots.Default Setting: Enable NetworkUSB Emulation Allows you to

3. Brace the base with one hand on the palm rest, grasp the top of the display with the other hand, and, following the directional arrow inscribed on

WirelessWireless Switch Allows to set the wireless devices that can be controlled by the wireless switch. The options are:• WWAN• WLAN• BluetoothDefau

40Contacting DellContacting DellNOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, pac

4. Dell control point button — Press this button to view and configure options for the Tablet PC and the pen through Dell Control Point System Manager

• Windows 7• Windows Vista• Windows XPThere are several differences in the Tablet PC interfaces between the three operating systems. The primary diffe

Using Your Tablet PC in Windows 7Your Tablet PC uses several input devices. The standard keyboard touch pad are present, plus you can opt for the elec

To enter the text, you can use the handwriting recognition software or the touch keyboard to enter text:Icon FunctionHandwriting recognition — The wri

NOTE: By default, Input Panel automatically switches to the touch keyboard when you place the insertion point in a box for entering a password.Enterin

Notes, Cautions, and WarningsNOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates

Figure 3. Default Pen FlicksYou can customize the pen flicks by performing the following action:• Start> Control Panel> Pen and Touch and clicki

Figure 4. Pen and Touch — Pen FlicksTouch UsageThe key advantage of your Tablet PC is the ability to easily switch from pen input to touch input. When

• On the Touch Pointer section, select the Show the touch pointer when I'm interacting with items on the screen option.Figure 5. Pen and Touch —

Using Pen as a MouseYou can use the pen the same way you use a mouse or touch pad with a notebook computer. Holding the pen near the display makes a s

Figure 7. Pen and Touch WindowThe following are the different sections that is available in the Pen and Touch window. They are:• Settings — Allows you

Tablet PC SettingsThe N-trig Tablet Settings applet is used to adjust several settings for the digitizer. the N-trig applet icon appears in the system

• Pen Only— In this mode, the stylus is the only device that can be used as the input device with the N-trig digitizer. To change from Pen only mode t

Figure 9. N-Trig DuoSense Digitizer Settings — PenPen Features and Pen Battery StatusYou can configure the pen buttons. There are two buttons on the p

Figure 10. N-trig Duo Sense Digitizer Settings — Interaction optionsYou can select the .WAV file that need to be played when the finger touches the sc

firmware rollback application. It will run the rollback tool and then continue to install the Window 7 bundle installation.Performance Issues• User ha

ContentsNotes, Cautions, and Warnings...21 Working on Your Computer...

d. n Windows 7, after successfully installing the N-trig bundle you have to check if the Tablet PC Components check box (in Windows Features) is selec

3BatteryRemoving the Battery1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Slide the release latch to unlock the battery.3. Remove the

Installing the Battery1. Slide the battery back into the computer.The release latch automatically click into the lock position.2. Follow the procedure

4Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) CardRemoving the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2.

Installing the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card1. Insert the SIM card into the slot.2. Replace the battery.3. Follow the procedures in After Work

5ExpressCardRemoving the ExpressCard1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Press in on the ExpressCard.4

Installing the ExpressCard1. Insert the ExpressCard into the slot until it clicks into place.2. Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Com

6Back PanelRemoving the Back Panel1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the screws that secure t

Installing the Back Panel1. Attach the back panel to the back of the computer.2. Tighten the screws to secure the back panel.3. Replace the battery.4.

7Hard DriveRemoving the Hard Drive Assembly1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back panel.

Installing the Back Panel...387 Hard Drive...

6. Remove the screw from the hard-drive bracket.7. Remove the hard-drive bracket and slide the rubber from the hard drive.40

Installing the Hard Drive Assembly1. Attach the hard-drive bracket and the rubber to the hard drive.2. Tighten the screw to secure the hard-drive brac

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8MemoryRemoving the Memory1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back panel.4. Pry the retent

Installing the Memory1. Insert the memory module into the slot.2. Press down the memory until the securing clips secure the memory.3. Replace the back

9Bluetooth CardRemoving the Bluetooth Module1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the screw that

5. Remove the bluetooth module.Installing the Bluetooth Module1. Place the bluetooth module on the slot in the battery compartment.2. Connect the blue

10Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) CardRemoving the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Comput

6. Remove the WLAN card from the computer.Installing the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Card1. Insert the WLAN card into the slot.2. Tighten the s

11Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) CardRemoving the Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Card1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer

15 Processor...57Removing the Processor...

6. Remove the WWAN card from the computer.Installing the Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) Card1. Insert the WWAN card into the slot.2. Tighten the sc

12Coin-Cell BatteryRemoving the Coin-Cell Battery1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back

Installing the Coin-Cell Battery1. Place the coin-cell battery into the slot.2. Connect the coin-cell battery cable to the system board.3. Replace the

13Base CoverRemoving the Base Cover1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back panel.4. Remov

Installing the Base Cover1. Attach the base cover until the edges snap into place.2. Tighten the screws to secure the base cover.3. Replace the hard d

14Heat SinkRemoving the Heat Sink1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back panel.4. Remove

8. Lift the heat sink to remove it from the computer.Installing the Heat Sink1. Place the heat sink in the heat sink compartment.2. Tighten the captiv

15ProcessorRemoving the Processor1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back panel.4. Remove

9. Lift the heat sink up to remove it from the computer.Installing the Processor1. Insert the processor into the socket.2. Tighten the processor-cam s

16Keyboard TrimRemoving the Keyboard Trim1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Disengage the keyboard t

Installing the Speakers...7924 Bluetooth Cable...

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17KeyboardRemoving the Keyboard1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back panel.4. Remove th

7. Flip the keyboard and disconnect the keyboard-data cable from the system board.8. Remove the keyboard from the computer.9. Peel off the mylar tape

Installing the Keyboard1. Affix the mylar tape to secure the keyboard data cable to the back of the keyboard.2. Place the keyboard on the palm rest to

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18Palm RestRemoving the Palm Rest1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back panel.4. Remove

9. Disconnect the touchpad cable from the system board.10. Lift the palm rest and remove it from the computer.66

Installing the Palm Rest1. Connect the touch pad cable to the system board.2. Tighten the screws on the palm rest.3. Flip the computer and tighten the

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19Display Closure SensorRemoving the Display Closure Sensor1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove

32 Display Function Board and Cable...105Removing the Display Function Board...

10. Remove the display closure sensor from the computer.Installing the Display Closure Sensor1. Place the display closure sensor in the compartment.2.

20ExpressCard ReaderRemoving the ExpressCard Reader1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the bac

10. Push the ExpressCard reader towards the side and remove it from the computer.Installing the ExpressCard Reader1. Insert the ExpressCard reader in

21Smart Card ReaderRemoving the Smart Card Reader1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back

Installing the Smart Card Reader1. Place the smart card reader in the compartment.2. Connect the smart card reader flex cable to the system board.3. R

22Wireless SwitchRemoving the WLAN Switch Board1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back pa

10. Remove the WLAN switch board from the computer.Installing the WLAN Switch Board1. Place the WLAN switch board in the compartment.2. Tighten the sc

23SpeakerRemoving the Speakers1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back panel.4. Remove the

11. Loosen screws that secure the speakers.12. Unthread the speaker cable and remove the speakers from the computer.78

Installing the Speakers1. Connect the speaker cable to the system board.2. Attach the speakers and thread the speaker cables through the holder.3. Tig

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24Bluetooth CableRemoving the Bluetooth Cable1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back pane

6. Replace the keyboard trim.7. Replace the back panel.8. Replace the battery.9. Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your Computer.82

25Modem ConnectorRemoving the Modem Connector1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the back pane

10. Remove the screw that secures the modem-connector bracket.11. Lift and remove the modem-connector bracket.12. Lift and remove the modem-connector.

Installing the Modem Connector1. Insert the modem connector in the slot.2. Attach the modem-connector bracket to the modem connector.3. Tighten the sc

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30Display BezelRemoving the Display Bezel1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Disengage the display be

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27System BoardRemoving the System Board1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the SIM card.4. Rem

1Working on Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your ComputerUse the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage an

17. Flip the computer and disconnect the cables from the system board.18. Remove the screws that secure the system board.19. Lift the right edge of th

Installing the System Board1. Place the system board.2. Tighten the screws to secure the system board.3. Connect the cables to the system board.4. Fli

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28Power ConnectorRemoving the Power Connector1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the SIM card.

18. Lift and remove the power connector from the computer.Installing the Power Connector1. Route the power connector cables and insert the power conne

12. Replace the keyboard.13. Replace the keyboard trim.14. Replace the back panel.15. Replace the SD card.16. Replace the SIM card.17. Replace the bat

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30Display BezelRemoving the Display Bezel1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Disengage the display be

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30Display BezelRemoving the Display Panel1. Follow the procedures in Before Working On Your Computer.2. Remove the battery.3. Remove the display bezel