Dell Precision M2400 (Mid 2008) User Manual

www.dell.com | support.dell.comDell™ Precision™Mobile Workstation M2400Setup and Quick Reference GuideThis guide provides a features overview, specifi

10 About Your ComputerBottom ViewBattery Removal CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that

About Your Computer 11Wireless Switch and Dell™ Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network LocatorUse the wireless switch to enable or disable wireless network devices an

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Setting Up Your Computer 13Setting Up Your ComputerQuick Setup CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety in

14 Setting Up Your Computer2Connect the network cable. 3Connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard. 4Connect IEEE 1394 devices, such as a DVD pla

Setting Up Your Computer 15 NOTE: It is recommended that you turn on and shut down your computer at least once before you install any cards or connec

16 Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or ne

Setting Up Your Computer 17 NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP.5Follow the instruc

18 Setting Up Your ComputerMicrosoft Windows® XPWindows XP provides the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard to move data from a source computer to a ne

Setting Up Your Computer 195On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer method you prefer.6On the What do you want to transfer? screen,

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

20 Setting Up Your ComputerTo copy data from the old computer:1On the old computer, insert the wizard disk, and click Start→ Run.2In the Open field on

Specifications 21Specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start→ H

22 SpecificationsSecure Digital (SD) Memory Card ReaderCards supported SD, SDIO, SD HC, Mini SD (with adapter)MMC, MMC+, Mini MMC (with adapter)Memory

Specifications 23Mini-Card Support (internal expansion slots) one dedicated half Mini-Card slot for WLANone dedicated full Mini-Card slot for WWAN (mo

24 SpecificationsVideoVideo type discrete video on system board, hardware accelerated, OpenGL supportData bus PCI-E graphics x16Video controller nVIDI

Specifications 25Maximum resolutionsWXGA CCFL1280 x 800 pixelsWXGA+ WLED1440 x 900 pixelsRefresh rate 60 HzOperating angle 0° (closed) to 160° (except

26 SpecificationsBatteryType 12-cell "smart" lithium ion prismatic slice (84 Whr)9-cell "smart" lithium ion (85 Whr)6-cell "s

Specifications 27NOTE: Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive

28 SpecificationsPA-10 90 W D-Series AC adapter:Output voltage19.5 V DCOutput current4.62 AHeight32 mm (1.3 inches) Width60 mm (2.4 inches) Depth140 m

Specifications 29EnvironmentalTemperature range:Operating0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F)Storage–40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F)Relative humidity (maximum):Operat

Contents 3Contents1 About Your Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Back View. .

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Troubleshooting 31Troubleshooting CAUTION: To guard against the likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades, or other expected inju

32 TroubleshootingIf your computer beeps during start-up:1Write down the beep code. 2Run the Dell Diagnostics to identify a more serious cause (see &q

Troubleshooting 33Error Messages CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with yo

34 TroubleshootingDRIVE NOT READY — The operation requires a hard drive in the bay before it can continue. Install a hard drive in the hard drive bay

Troubleshooting 35Then, shut down the computer, reinstall the hard drive, and restart the computer. If the problem persists, try another drive. Run th

36 TroubleshootingMEMORY ADDRESS LINE FAILURE AT ADDRESS, READ VALUE EXPECTING VALUE —A memory module may be faulty or improperly seated. Reinstall th

Troubleshooting 37OPERATING SYSTEM NOT FOUND — Reinstall the hard drive (see your at support.dell.com). If the problem persists, contact Dell (see &q

38 Troubleshootingsetup program, then immediately exit the program (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com). If the message reappears, contact De

Troubleshooting 39CPU FAN FAILURE — Processor fan failure. Replace processor fan. See your Service Manual at support.dell.com.HARD-DISK DRIVE FAILURE

4 Contents3 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Tools . . . . . .

40 Troubleshooting3In the search results, select the option that best describes the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps.Windows XP:

Troubleshooting 412Turn on (or restart) your computer.3When the DELL™ logo appears, press <F12> immediately. Select Diagnostics from the start m

42 TroubleshootingTroubleshooting TipsFollow these tips when troubleshooting your computer:• If you added or removed a part before the problem started

Troubleshooting 43IF THE POWER LIGHT IS BLINKING BLUE — The computer is in standby mode. Press a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the p

44 TroubleshootingIF YOU EXPERIENCE OTHER MEMORY PROBLEMS —• Reseat the memory modules (see your Service Manual at support.dell.com) to ensure that

Troubleshooting 45A program crashes repeatedly NOTE: Most software includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk, CD, o

46 Troubleshooting• Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run the software. See the software documentation for i

Troubleshooting 47The Dell Support Utility is customized for your computing environment.The icon in the taskbar functions differently when you click

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Reinstalling Software 49Reinstalling SoftwareDriversIdentifying DriversIf you experience a problem with any device, identify whether the driver is the

Contents 56 Finding Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 577 Getting Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Obtaining Assistan

50 Reinstalling SoftwareReinstalling Drivers and Utilities NOTICE: The Dell Support website at support.dell.com and your Drivers and Utilities media

Reinstalling Software 512When the Drivers and Utilities media installation program starts, follow the prompts on the screen. NOTE: In most cases, the

52 Reinstalling Software3Double-click the type of device for which you are installing the driver (for example, Audio or Video).4Double-click the name

Reinstalling Software 53 NOTICE: Make regular backups of your data files. System Restore does not monitor your data files or recover them. NOTE: The

54 Reinstalling SoftwareWindows Vista:1Click Start .2In the Start Search box, type System Restore and press <Enter>.3Click Undo my last restorat

Reinstalling Software 55Dell Factory Image Restore (Windows Vista Only)1Turn on the computer. When the Dell logo appears, press <F8> several tim

56 Reinstalling Software NOTICE: Before performing the installation, back up all data files on your primary hard drive. For conventional hard drive c

Finding Information 57Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media ma

58 Finding InformationSafety, Regulatory, Warranty, and Support DocumentationThis type of information may have shipped with your computer. For additio

Getting Help 59Getting HelpObtaining Assistance CAUTION: If you need to remove the computer cover, first disconnect the computer power and modem cabl

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60 Getting Help NOTE: Some of the following services are not always available in all locations outside the continental U.S. Call your local Dell repr

Getting Help 61• Dell Support e-mail [email protected]@us.dell.com [email protected] (Latin America and Caribbean count

62 Getting HelpProduct InformationIf you need information about additional products available from Dell, or if you would like to place an order, visit

Getting Help 63Before You Call NOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated-support telephone system dir

64 Getting HelpDiagnostics ChecklistName:Date:Address:Phone number:Service Tag (bar code on the back or bottom of the computer):Express Service Code:R

Getting Help 65Contacting DellFor customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet conne

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Index 67IndexBbeep codes, 31Ccomputerspecifications, 21connectingAC adapter, 13IEEE 1394 devices, 14Internet, 16contacting Dell, 59, 65DDellcontacting

68 IndexFFactory Image Restore, 54Files and Settings Transfer Wizard, 17finding information, 57IInternetconnecting, 16setting up, 16Wi-Fi Catcher netw

Index 69Service Manual, 58Service Tag, 57setupInternet, 16softwareproblems, 45reinstalling, 49troubleshooting, 44-45updates, 46specifications, 21suppo

About Your Computer 7About Your ComputerFront View 1 microphone (optional) 2 camera light (optional)3 camera (optional) 4 display latch5 display 6 key

70 IndexWindows XP (continued)setting up Internet connection, 17System Restore, 52wizardsFiles and Settings Transfer Wizard, 17Program Compatibility w

8 About Your Computer7 volume control buttons 8 power button9 USB connectors (2) 10 Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator 11 wireless switch 12 audio connect

About Your Computer 9Back View CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your Dell™ comput