Dell™ Latitude™ 131L
 Determining Your Computer's Configuration
Front View
Left Side View
Right Side View
Back View
Bottom View
Specifications
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Processor
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| Processor type |
AMD Turion™ 64 |
| L1 cache |
128 KB |
| L2 cache |
256 KB, 512 KB, 1,024 KB |
| External bus frequency (front side bus) |
533 MHz |
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System Information
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| System chip set |
ATI RS485M / SB600 |
| Data bus width |
64 bits |
| DRAM bus width |
dual-channel (2) 64-bit buses |
| Processor address bus width |
40 bits |
| Flash EPROM |
1 MB |
| Graphics bus |
Internal |
| PCI bus |
32 bits |
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ExpressCard
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| ExpressCard controller |
ATI SB600 |
| ExpressCard connector |
one ExpressCard slot (54 mm) |
| Cards supported |
ExpressCard/54 (54 mm)
1.5 V and 3.3 V
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| ExpressCard connector size |
26 pins |
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3-in-1 Media Memory Card Reader
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| 3-in-1 media memory card controller |
Ricoh R5C832 |
| 3-in-1 media memory card connector |
3-in-1 combo card connector |
| Cards supported |
SD/SDIO/MMC |
| 3-in-1 media memory card connector size |
30.55 mm x 28.9 mm x 4.55 mm |
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Memory
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| Memory module connector |
two SODIMM connectors |
| Memory module capacities |
256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB |
| Memory type |
1.8-V SODIMM DDR-2 |
| Minimum memory |
256 MB |
| Maximum memory |
2 GB |
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Ports and Connectors
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| Audio |
microphone connector, stereo headphone/speakers connector |
| Mini-Card |
one Type IIIA Mini-Card slot |
| Modem |
RJ-11 port |
| Network adapter |
RJ-45 port |
| USB |
four 4-pin USB 2.0-compliant connectors |
| Video |
15-hole connector |
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Communications
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| Modem: |
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Type
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v.92 MDC HD |
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Controller
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softmodem |
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Interface
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Azalia Interface MDC |
| Network adapter |
10/100 Ethernet LAN on system board |
| Wireless |
internal PCI-e Mini-Card WLAN |
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Video
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| NOTE: Optional video controller upgrades are available for your computer subject to availability at the time of purchase. To determine the configuration of your computer, see Determining Your Computer's Configuration. |
| Video type: |
integrated on system board |
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Video controller
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ATI R485M |
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Video memory
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up to 128 MB of shared memory (with 256 MB of system memory) or 224 MB of shared memory (with 512 MB of system memory) |
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LCD interface
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LVDS |
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Audio
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| Audio type |
two-channel high-definition audio codec |
| Audio controller |
Sigmatel STAC9200 Codec |
| Stereo conversion |
24-bit (analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog) |
| Interfaces: |
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Internal
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Azalia High Definition Audio |
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External
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microphone-in connector, stereo headphones/speakers connector |
| Speaker |
two 8-ohm speakers |
| Internal speaker amplifier |
1-W channel into 8 ohms |
| Volume controls |
keyboard shortcuts, program menus |
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Display
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| Type (active-matrix TFT) |
14.1-inch WXGA and 15.4-inch WXGA |
| Display area (15.4-inch): |
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Height
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207 mm (8.2 inches) |
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Width
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331.2 mm (13.0 inches) |
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Diagonal
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391.2 mm (15.4 inches) |
| Display area (14.1-inch): |
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Height
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189.6 mm (7.5 inches) |
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Width
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303.3 mm (11.9 inches) |
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Diagonal
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357.7 mm (14.1 inches) |
| Maximum resolution |
1280 x 800 at 262,144 colors |
| Refresh rate |
60 Hz |
| Operating angle |
0º (closed) to 180° |
| Viewing angles: |
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Horizontal
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±40° minimum |
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Vertical
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+10°/–30° minimum |
| Pixel pitch: |
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15.4-inch
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0.259 mm |
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14.1-inch
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0.237 mm |
| Controls |
brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts (see page 38) |
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Keyboard
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| Number of keys |
87 (U.S. and Canada); 88 (Europe);
91 (Japan) |
| Layout |
QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji |
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Touch Pad
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| X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) |
240 cpi |
| Size: |
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Width
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73.0-mm (2.9-inch) sensor-active area |
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Height
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42.9-mm (1.7-inch) rectangle |
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Battery
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| Type |
9-cell "smart" lithium ion
6-cell "smart" lithium ion
4-cell "smart" lithium ion (when available)
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| Dimensions: |
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Depth
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60.1 mm (2.37 inches) (9 cell)
49 mm (1.93 inches) (6-cell)
49 mm (1.93 inches) (4-cell, when available)
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Height
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24 mm (0.94 inch) |
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Width
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206.8 mm (8.14 inches) |
| Weight |
0.48 kg (1.06 lb) (9 cell)
0.32 kg (0.7 lb) (6 cell)
0.25 kg (0.55 lb) (4 cell, when available)
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| Voltage |
11.1 VDC (6 cell and 9 cell)
14.8 VDC (4 cell, when available)
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| Charge time (approximate): |
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Computer off
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3.5 hours (9-cell)
2.5 hours (6-cell)
2.5 hours (4-cell, when available)
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| Operating time |
Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. See Power Problems.
See Using a Battery for more information on battery life.
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| Life span (approximate) |
300 discharge/charge cycles |
| Temperature range: |
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Operating
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0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) |
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Storage
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–40° to 60°C (–40° to 140°F) |
| Coin-cell battery |
CR-2032 |
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AC Adapter
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| Input voltage |
100-240 VAC |
| Input current (maximum) |
1.5 A |
| Input frequency |
50–60 Hz |
| Output current |
4.34 A (maximum at 4-second pulse); 3.34 A (continuous)
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| Output power |
65 W |
| Rated output voltage |
19.5 +/–1.0 VDC |
| Dimensions: |
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Height
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28.2 mm (1.11 inches) |
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Width
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57.9 mm (2.28 inches) |
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Depth
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137.2 mm (5.4 inches) |
| Weight (with cables) |
0.36 kg (0.79 lb) |
| Temperature range: |
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Operating
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0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) |
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Storage
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–40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F) |
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Physical
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| Height |
36 mm (1.42 inches) |
| Width |
356 mm (14.02 inches) |
| Depth |
265.5 mm (10.45 inches) |
| Weight (with 6-cell battery): |
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Configurable to less than
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2.9 kg (6.38 lb) |
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Environmental
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| Temperature range: |
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Operating
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0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) |
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Storage
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–40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F) |
| Relative humidity (maximum): |
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Operating
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10% to 90% (noncondensing) |
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Storage
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5% to 95% (noncondensing) |
| Maximum vibration (using a random-vibration spectrum that simulates user environment): |
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Operating
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0.9 GRMS |
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Storage
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1.3 GRMS |
| Maximum shock
NOTE: Maximum shock is measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse for operating, and is also measured with hard drive in head-parked position and a 2-ms half-sine pulse for storage.
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Operating
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122 G |
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Storage
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163 G |
| Altitude (maximum): |
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Operating
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–15.2 to 3048 m (–50 to 10,000 ft) |
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Storage
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–15.2 to 10,668 m (–50 to 35,000 ft) |
Determining Your Computer's Configuration
Based on selections that you made when purchasing your computer, your computer has one of several different video controller configurations. To determine your computer's video controller configuration:
- Access the Microsoft® Windows® Help and Support Center. For instructions, see Windows Help and Support Center.
- Under Pick a Task, click Use Tools to view your computer information and diagnose problems.
- Under My Computer Information, select Hardware.
From the My Computer Information - Hardware screen, you can view the type of video controller installed in your computer, as well as the other hardware components.
Front View
display latch release — Press to release the display latches and open the display.
display latches — Keep the display closed.
display — For more information about your display, see Using the Display.
power button — Press the power button to turn on the computer or to enter or exit a power management mode. See Power Management Modes.
device status lights
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Turns on when you turn on the computer, and blinks when the computer is in a power management mode. |
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Turns on when the computer reads or writes data.
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NOTICE: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while the  light is flashing. |
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Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. |
If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the  light operates as follows:
- Solid green: The battery is charging.
- Flashing green: The battery is almost fully charged.
If the computer is running on a battery, the  light operates as follows:
- Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off).
- Flashing orange: The battery charge is low.
- Solid orange: The battery charge is critically low.
touch pad — Provides the functionality of a mouse. Silk screening on the touch pad indicates scrolling capabilities.
speakers — To adjust the volume of the integrated speakers, press the media control buttons or speaker-volume keyboard shortcuts. For more information, see Speaker Functions.
touch pad buttons — Touch pad buttons provide the functionality of a mouse.
keyboard — The keyboard includes a numeric keypad as well as the Microsoft Windows logo key. For information on supported keyboard shortcuts, see Key Combinations.
keyboard and wireless status lights
The green lights located above the keyboard indicate the following:
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Turns on when the numeric keypad is enabled. |
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Turns on when the uppercase letter function is enabled. |
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Turns on when the scroll lock function is enabled. |
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Turns on when wireless networking is enabled. To enable or disable wireless networking, press . |
Left Side View
| 1 |
air vent |
2 |
security cable slot |
3 |
optical drive bay |
| 4 |
optical-drive-tray eject button |
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CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. |
air vent — The computer uses fans to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
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NOTICE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it will work with the security cable slot. |
security cable slot — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device.
optical drive bay — You can install devices such as a DVD drive or other optical drive in the optical drive bay. For more information, see Optical Drive.
optical-drive-tray eject button — Press this button to eject a CD or DVD from the optical drive.
Right Side View
hard drive — Stores software and data. For more information, see Hard Drive and Hard drive problems.
ExpressCard slot — Supports one ExpressCard. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. You can add an ExpressCard to make WWAN connectivity available on your computer. For more information, see Using Cards.
3-in-1 media memory card reader — Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, and videos stored on a media memory card. The 3-in-1 media memory card reader reads Secure Digital (SD) card/SDIO and MultiMediaCard (MMC) digital media memory cards.
audio connectors
Attach headphones or speakers to the  connector. |
Attach a microphone to the  connector. |
USB connectors
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Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector using the optional floppy-drive cable. |
Back View
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AC adapter connector |
2 |
network connector (RJ-45) |
3 |
modem connector (RJ-11) |
| 4 |
USB connectors (2) |
5 |
video connector |
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AC adapter connector — Attaches an AC adapter to the computer. The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on or off.
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CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. |
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NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to help prevent damage to the cable. |
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Connects the computer to a network. The green and yellow lights next to the connector indicate activity for wired network communications.
For information on using the network adapter, see the online network adapter documentation supplied with your computer.
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network connector (RJ-45)
modem connector (RJ-11)
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To use the internal modem, connect the telephone line to the modem connector.
For additional information on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer.
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NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To help prevent damage to the computer, do not plug a telephone line into the network connector. |
USB connectors
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Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector using the optional floppy-drive cable. |
video connector
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Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor. |
Bottom View
| 1 |
battery charge gauge |
2 |
optical-drive locking screw |
3 |
battery-bay latch release |
| 4 |
battery |
5 |
hard drive |
6 |
modem/memory module cover |
| 7 |
fan |
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battery charge gauge — Provides information on the battery charge status. See Checking the Battery Charge.
optical-drive locking screw — Secures the optical drive in the optical drive bay. For more information, see Optical Drive.
battery-bay latch release — Releases the battery from the battery bay. See Replacing the Battery.
battery — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. For more information, see Using a Battery.
hard drive — Stores software and data. For more information, see Hard Drive and Hard drive problems.
modem/memory module cover — Covers the compartment that contains the modem and the memory modules. For more information, see Modem and Memory.
fan — The computer uses a fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
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