Dell D630 Manual

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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.
 
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.
 
NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the 
connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the 
cable. When you wrap the AC adapter cable, ensure that you follow the angle of the 
connector on the AC adapter to avoid damaging the cable.
AIR VENTS—The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, 
which prevents the computer from overheating.
 
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 
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Bottom View
BATTERY CHARGE GAUGE/HEALTH GAUGE—Provides information on the battery 
charge (see Checking the Battery Charge on page 42).
BATTERY—When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without 
connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see Using a Battery on page 41).
BATTERY-BAY LATCH RELEASES—Releases the battery (see Replacing the Battery 
on page 47 for instructions).1battery charge gauge/health gauge2battery
3battery-bay latch releases (2)4device locking screw (if present)
5memory module cover6docking-device connector
7air vents 8hard drive
9device locking screw
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DEVICE LOCKING SCREW—If present, locks devices, such as an optical drive, in 
place.
DOCKING-DEVICE CONNECTOR—Lets you attach your computer to a docking device. 
See the Dell documentation that came with your docking device for more 
information.
MEMORY MODULE COVER—Covers the compartment that contains the second 
memory module connector (DIMM B) (see Memory on page 157)
AIR V
ENTS—The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the fan 
air vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. 
						

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							Transferring Information to a New Computer35
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Transferring Information to a New 
Computer
You can use your operating system wizards to help you transfer files and other 
data from one computer another. For instructions, see the following section that 
corresponds to the operating system your computer is running.
Microsoft® Windows® XP
The Microsoft Windows XP operating system provides the Files and Settings 
Transfer wizard to move data from a source computer to a new computer. You 
can transfer data such as:
• E-mail messages
• Toolbar settings
•Window sizes
• Internet bookmarks 
You can transfer the data to the new computer over a network, serial connection, 
or on removable media such as a writable CD.
 NOTE: You can transfer information from the old computer to the new computer by 
directly connecting a serial cable to the input/output (I/O) ports of the two 
computers. To transfer data over a serial connection, you must access the Network 
Connections utility from the Control Panel and perform additional configuration 
steps, such as setting up an advanced connection and designating the host 
computer and the guest computer.
For instructions on setting up a direct cable connection between two computers, 
see Microsoft Knowledge Base 87uArticle #305621, titled How to Set Up a Direct 
Cable Connection Between Two Computers in Windows XP. This information may 
not be available in some countries. 
						

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For transferring information to a new computer, you must run the Files and 
Settings Transfer Wizard. You can use the optional 
Operating System media for 
this process or you can create a wizard disk with the Files and Settings Transfer 
Wizard.
Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard With the Operating 
System Media
 NOTE: This procedure requires the Operating System media. This media is optional 
and may not be included with all computers.
To prepare the new computer for the file transfer:
1Start the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 
2When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen appears, 
click 
Next.
3On the Which computer is this? screen, click New Computer and click 
Next.
4On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I will use the wizard 
from the Windows XP CD
 and click Next.
5When the Now go to your old computer screen appears, go to your old or 
source computer. Do 
not click Next at this time.
To copy data from the old computer:
1On the old computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System media.
2On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Pe r f o rm  
additional tasks
.
3Under What do you want to do?, click Transfer files and settings.
4On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen, click Next.
5On the Which computer is this? screen, click Old Computer and click 
Next.
6On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer method you 
prefer.
7On the What do you want to transfer? screen, select the items you want to 
transfer and click 
Next.
After the information has been copied, the 
Completing the Collection 
Phase
 screen appears. 
						

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8Click Finish.
To transfer data to the new computer:
1On the Now go to your old computer screen on the new computer, click 
Next.
2On the Where are the files and settings? screen, select the method you 
chose for transferring your settings and files and click 
Next.
The wizard reads the collected files and settings and applies them to your 
new computer.
When all of the settings and files have been applied, the 
Finished screen 
appears.
3Click Finished and restart the new computer.
Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Without the Operating 
System Media
To run the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard without the Operating System 
media, you must create a wizard disk that will allow you to create a backup 
image file to removable media. 
To create a wizard disk, use your new computer with Windows XP and perform 
the following steps:
1Click Start→ Files and Settings Transfer Wizard.
2When the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen appears, 
click 
Next.
3On the Which computer is this? screen, click New Computer→ Next.
4On the Do you have a Windows XP CD? screen, click I want to create a 
Wizard Disk in the following drive
→ Next.
5Insert the removable media, such as a writable CD, and click OK.
6When the disk creation completes and the Now go to your old 
computer
 message appears, do not click Next.
7Go to the old computer.
To copy data from the old computer:
1On the old computer, insert the wizard disk.
2Click the Start→ Run. 
						

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3In the Open field on the Run window, browse to the path for fastwiz (on 
the appropriate removable media) and click 
OK.
4On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen, click Next.
5On the Which computer is this? screen, click Old Computer→ Next.
6On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer method you 
prefer.
7On the What do you want to transfer? screen, select the items you want to 
transfer and click 
Next.
After the information has been copied, the 
Completing the Collection 
Phase
 screen appears.
8Click Finish.
To transfer data to the new computer:
1On the Now go to your old computer screen on the new computer, click 
Next.
2On the Where are the files and settings? screen, select the method you 
chose for transferring your settings and files and click 
Next. Follow the 
instructions on the screen.
The wizard reads the collected files and settings and applies them to your 
new computer.
When all of the settings and files have been applied, the 
Finished screen 
appears.
3Click Finished and restart the new computer.
 NOTE: For more information about this procedure, search support.dell.com for 
document #PA1089586 (How Do I Transfer Files From My Old Computer to My New 
Dell Computer Using the Microsoft
® Windows® XP Operating System?).
 
NOTE: Access to the Dell™ Knowledge Base document may not be available in 
some countries. 
						

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Microsoft Windows Vista®
Easy Transfer Cable for Windows Vista
1Insert the Easy Transfer Cable for Windows Vista Application Software 
media into the computer you are transferring data from.
2Follow the on-screen instructions until you are prompted to connect the 
Transfer Cable.
3Connect the Easy Transfer Cable to the source computer.
You are prompted to select a device option.
4Continue until you are prompted to plug the other end of the Easy 
Transfer Cable into the destination computer.
The screen indicates that a connection has been made.
5At the computer you are transferring data from, follow the on-screen 
instructions to select the settings and files you want to transfer.
6You will come to a screen that indicates you are ready to transfer files.
7From the destination computer, view the transfer and wait for the 
indication that the transfer is complete.
8Select Close.
You are prompted to restart the computer. 
						

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9Select Ye s.
The computer reboots and the transfer is complete.