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Right Side View
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 Drives on page 114.
OPTICAL DRIVE-TRAY EJECT BUTTON—Press this button to eject a CD or DVD from the optical drive.
USB 
CONNECTORS
MODEM
 CONNECTOR (RJ-11)
 
NOTICE: The network connector is slightly larger than the modem connector. To avoid damaging the computer, do 
not plug a telephone line into the network connector. 1optical drive bay2optical drive-tray eject 
button3USB connectors (2)
4modem connector (RJ-11)5network connector (RJ-45)6video connector
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.
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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NETWORK CONNECTOR (RJ-45)
VIDEO CONNECTOR
Back View
USB CONNECTORS
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. 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.
Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor. 
1USB connectors (2)2AC adapter connector
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.
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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.
 
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.
Bottom View
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 on page 37.
MEMORY MODULE COVER—Covers the compartment that contains the memory modules. For more information, 
see page 115.
BATTERY-BAY LATCH RELEASE—Releases the battery from the battery bay. See Replacing the Battery on 
page 41.
FAN—The computer uses a fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from 
overheating. 1battery2memory module cover3battery-bay latch release
4fan vent5processor and thermal 
module cover6modem/Mini-Card/
wireless cover
7optical-drive locking screw8hard drive9battery charge gauge
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PROCESSOR AND THERMAL MODULE COVER—Covers the processor and thermal module. 
MODEM/MINI CARD/WIRELESS COVER—Covers the compartment that contains the modem, Mini Card, and 
internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology. For more information, see page 121.
OPTICAL-DRIVE LOCKING SCREW—Secures the optical drive in the optical drive bay. For more information, see 
Optical Drives on page 114. 
HARD DRIVE—Stores software and data. For more information, see Hard Drive on page 111 and Hard drive 
problems on page 86. The size displayed for your hard drive in Windows Explorer is the capacity of the drive before 
any operating system or programs are installed.
BATTERY CHARGE GAUGE—Provides information on the battery charge status. See Checking the Battery Charge 
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Setting Up Your Computer
Connecting to the Internet
 NOTE: ISPs and ISP offerings vary by country.
To connect to the Internet, you need a modem or network connection and an Internet service 
provider (ISP). Your ISP will offer one or more of the following Internet connection options:
 Dial-up connections that provide Internet access through a telephone line. Dial-up connections 
are considerably slower than DSL and cable modem connections.
 DSL connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your existing telephone line. 
With a DSL connection, you can access the Internet and use your telephone on the same line 
simultaneously.
 Cable modem connections that provide high-speed Internet access through your local cable TV 
line.
If you are using a dial-up connection, connect a telephone line to the modem connector on your 
computer and to the telephone wall jack before you set up your Internet connection. If you are using 
a DSL or cable modem connection, contact your ISP for setup instructions.
Setting Up Your Internet Connection
To set up an Internet connection with a provided ISP desktop shortcut:
1
Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2Double-click the ISP icon on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop.
3Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup.
If you do not have an ISP icon on your desktop or if you want to set up an Internet connection with 
a different ISP:
1
Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs.
2Click the Start button and click Internet Explorer.
The 
New Connection Wizard appears.
3Click Connect to the Internet.
4In the next window, click the appropriate option:
 If you do not have an ISP and want to select one, click 
Choose from a list of Internet service 
providers (ISPs)
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 If you have already obtained setup information from your ISP but you did not receive a setup CD, 
click 
Set up my connection manually.
 If you have a CD, click 
Use the CD I got from an ISP.
5Click Next.
If you selected 
Set up my connection manually, continue to step 6. Otherwise, follow the instructions 
on the screen to complete the setup.
 NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, contact your ISP.
6Click the appropriate option under How do you want to connect to the Internet?, and then click Next.
7Use the setup information provided by your ISP to complete the setup.
If you are having problems connecting to the Internet, see E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems on 
page 86. If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might 
have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later.
Transferring Information to a New Computer
The Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system provides a 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 connection, or you can store it on a 
removable medium, such as a writable CD or floppy, for transfer to the new computer.
 NOTE: For instructions on setting up a direct cable connection between two computers, see Microsoft Knowledge 
Base Article #305621, titled How to Set Up a Direct Cable Connection Between Two Computers in Windows XP.  T h i s  
information may not be available in some countries.
For transferring information to a new computer, you must run the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 
You can use the optional Operating System CD for this process or you can create a wizard disk with the 
Files and Settings Transfer Wizard utility.
Running the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard With the Operating System CD
 NOTE: This procedure requires the Operating System CD. This CD is optional and may not be included with all 
computers.
To open the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard:
1
Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click Files and 
Settings Transfer Wizard
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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:
1
On the old computer, insert the Windows XP Operating System CD.
2On the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP screen, click Perform 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.
8Click Finish.
To transfer data to the new computer:
1
On 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 CD
To run the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard without the optional Operating System CD, 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:
1
Click the Start button, point to All Programs→ Accessories→ System Tools, and then click 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 want to create a Wizard Disk in the following 
drive: 
and click Next.
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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:
1
On the old computer, insert the wizard disk.
2Click the Start button and click Run.
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 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.
8Click Finish.
To transfer data to the new computer:
1
On 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 dell.support.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 CD?).
 
NOTE: Access to the Dell Knowledge Base document may not be available in some countries.
Setting Up a Printer
 NOTICE: Complete the operating system setup before you connect a printer to the computer.
See the documentation that came with the printer for setup information, including how to:
 Obtain and install updated drivers.
 Connect the printer to the computer.
 Load paper and install the toner or ink cartridge.
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Printer Cable
Your printer connects to your computer with either a USB cable or a parallel cable. Your printer may not 
come with a printer cable, so if you purchase a cable separately, ensure that it is compatible with your 
printer and computer. If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you purchased your computer, 
the cable may arrive in the box in which your computer was shipped. 
Connecting a USB Printer
 NOTE: You can connect USB devices while the computer is turned on.
1Complete the operating system setup if you have not already done so.
2Attach the USB printer cable to the USB connectors on the computer and the printer. The USB 
connectors fit only one way.
 
3Turn on the printer and then turn on the computer. If the Add New Hardware Wizard window 
appears, click 
Cancel.
4Install the printer driver if necessary. See the documentation that came with your printer.
1USB connector on 
computer2USB printer cable3connector on printer
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Power Protection Devices
Several devices are available to protect against power fluctuations and failures:
 Surge protectors
 Line conditioners
 Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
Surge Protectors
Surge protectors and power strips equipped with surge protection help prevent damage to your computer 
from voltage spikes that can occur during electrical storms or after power interruptions. Some surge 
protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for certain types of damage. Carefully read the device 
warranty when choosing a surge protector. A device with a higher joule rating offers more protection. 
Compare joule ratings to determine the relative effectiveness of different devices.
 NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by 
nearby lightning strikes. When lightning occurs in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the telephone wall 
jack and disconnect your computer from the electrical outlet.
Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. See the surge protector 
documentation for modem connection instructions.
 NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Disconnect the network cable from the 
network wall jack during electrical storms.
Line Conditioners
 NOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power interruptions.
Line conditioners are designed to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level.
Uninterruptible Power Supplies
 NOTICE: Loss of power while data is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage.
 
NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to a UPS. Connect other devices, 
such as a printer, to a separate power strip that provides surge protection.
A UPS protects against power fluctuations and interruptions. UPS devices contain a battery that 
provides temporary power to connected devices when AC power is interrupted. The battery charges while 
AC power is available. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating 
time and to ensure that the device is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL).