Page 2 - About Your Computer; Front View
Back to Contents Page About Your Computer Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Front View Left View Right View Back View Bottom View Front View display latch — Keeps the display closed. display — For more information about your display, see " Using the Display ." volum...
Page 4 - Left View
The green and blue lights located above the keyboard indicate the following: Left View security cable slot — Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see the instructions included with the device. Turns on when wireless devices are enable...
Page 5 - Right View
D/Bay connector — Connects the computer to the Dell D/Bay. USB connector air vents — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. infrared sensor — Lets you transfer files from your computer to another infrared-compati...
Page 6 - Back View
smart card slot — Supports one smart card. For more information, see " Using Smart Cards ." PC Card slot — Supports one PC Card, such as a modem or network adapter. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more information, see " Using PC Cards ." audio ...
Page 7 - Bottom View
video connector AC adapter connector — Connects 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. air vents — The computer uses an internal fan to create airfl...
Page 9 - Appendix; Macrovision Product Notice; FCC Class B
Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Macrovision Product Notice FCC Notices (U.S. Only) Macrovision Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual proper...
Page 11 - Using a Battery; Battery Performance; DellTM QuickSet Battery Meter
Back to Contents Page Using a Battery Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Battery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Conserving Battery Power Power Management Modes Configuring Power Management Settings Charging the Battery Replacing the Battery Storing a Battery Batt...
Page 12 - Check the Battery Charge; Conserving Battery Power; Standby Mode
Microsoft ® Windows ® Power Meter The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter, double-click the icon on the taskbar. If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears. Charge Gauge By either pressing once or pressing and holding the...
Page 13 - Hibernate Mode
To enter standby mode: l Click Start ® Shut Down ® Stand by . o r l Depending on how you set the power management options in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, use one of the following methods: ¡ Press the power button. ¡ Close the display. ¡ Press...
Page 14 - Replacing the Battery; Storing a Battery
Replacing the Battery To remove the battery: 1. Ensure that the computer is turned off, suspended in a power management mode, or connected to an electrical outlet. 2. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking dev...
Page 15 - Using the DellTM D/Bay; About the Dell D/Bay; Removing and Installing Devices When the Computer is Turned Off
Back to Contents Page Using the Dell™ D/Bay Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide About the Dell D/Bay Removing and Installing Devices When the Computer is Turned Off Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Running About the Dell D/Bay You can install Dell Latitude™ D -Fam...
Page 17 - Playing a CD or DVD
Back to Contents Page Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Playing a CD or DVD Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Picture Playing a CD or DVD 1. Press the eject button on the front of the drive. 2. Pull the tray out. 3. Place the disc, label sid...
Page 18 - Adjusting the Picture
When the meter is enabled, adjust the volume with the volume control buttons or by pressing the following keys: l Press <Fn> <PageUp> to increase volume. l Press <Fn> <PageDn> to decrease volume. l Press <Fn> <End> to mute volume. For more information about ...
Page 19 - Cleaning Your Computer; Touch Pad
Back to Contents Page Cleaning Your Computer Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Computer, Keyboard, and Display Touch Pad Floppy Drive CDs and DVDs Computer, Keyboard, and Display l Use a can of compressed air to remove dust from between the keys on the keyboard. l Moisten a ...
Page 21 - Using the Dell Diagnostics; Dell Diagnostics; When to Use the Dell Diagnostics; Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive; Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities CD
Back to Contents Page Using the Dell Diagnostics Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Dell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell Diagnostics If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in " Solving Problems " and run the Dell Diagnostics before you...
Page 22 - Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
1. Insert the Drivers and Utilities CD. 2. Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately. If you wait too long and the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer and try again. 3. When the...
Page 24 - Using the Display; Adjusting Brightness
Back to Contents Page Using the Display Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Adjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Dual Independent Display Mode Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays Adjusting Brightness When a Dell™ computer is...
Page 25 - Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays
"extended desktop" mode). This mode allows you to use both screens independently and drag objects from one screen to the other, effectively doubling the amount of viewable work space. 1. Connect the external monitor, TV, or projector to the computer. 2. Under Pick a category , click Appe...
Page 26 - Reinstalling Software; Drivers; Identifying Drivers; Using Windows XP Device Driver Rollback
Back to Contents Page Reinstalling Software Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Drivers Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft ® W i n d o w s ® XP System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft ® W i n d o w s ® XP Drivers What Is a Driver? A driver is a progr...
Page 27 - Using the Drivers and Utilities CD; Manually Reinstalling Drivers
3. Click System . 4. In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab. 5. Click Device Manager . 6. Right-click the device for which the new driver was installed and click Properties . 7. Click the Drivers tab. 8. Click Roll Back Driver . If Device Driver Rollback does not resolve t...
Page 28 - Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities; Using Microsoft; Creating a Restore Point
8. Click Browse and browse to the location to which you previously extracted the driver files. 9. When the name of the appropriate driver appears, click Next . 10. Click Finish and restart your computer. Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities If a device is either not detected dur...
Page 29 - Undoing the Last System Restore; Enabling System Restore; Reinstalling Microsoft; Before You Begin; Reinstalling Windows XP
Undoing the Last System Restore 1. Click the Start button, point to All Programs ® Accessories ® System Tools , and then click System Restore . 2. Click Undo my last restoration and click Next . 3. Click Next . The System Restore screen appears and the computer restarts. 4. After the compu...
Page 30 - Booting From the Operating System CD; Windows XP Setup
Booting From the Operating System CD 1. Save and close any open files and exit any open programs. 2. Insert the Operating System CD. Click Exit if the Install Windows XP message appears. 3. Restart the computer. 4. Press <F2> immediately after the DELL™ logo appears. If the operatin...
Page 32 - Finding Information
Back to Contents Page Finding Information Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide NOTE: Some features or media may be optional and may not ship with your computer. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. What Are You ...
Page 35 - Getting Help; Technical Assistance; Online Services
Back to Contents Page Getting Help Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Technical Assistance Problems With Your Order Product Information Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Before You Call Contacting Dell Technical Assistance If you need help with a technical problem, ...
Page 36 - Problems With Your Order
[email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries only) support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) l Electronic Quote Service [email protected] (Asian/Pacific countries only) [email protected] (Canada only) AutoTech Service Dell's automated technical support service — ...
Page 37 - Before You Call; Contacting Dell
Before You Call Remember to fill out the Diagnostics Checklist . If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for technical assistance and call from a telephone at or near the computer. You may be asked to type some commands at the keyboard, relay detailed information during operations,...
Page 46 - Glossary
Back to Contents Page Glossary Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Terms in this Glossary are provided for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your particular computer. A AC — alternating current — The form of electricity that powers your computer when y...
Page 54 - Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad; Numeric Keypad; Key Combinations; System Functions
Back to Contents Page Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Numeric Keypad Key Combinations Touch Pad Changing the Track Stick Cap Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has mul...
Page 56 - Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick; Changing the Track Stick Cap
Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad and track stick or adjust their settings. 1. Open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware , and then click Mouse . 2. In the Mouse Properties window: l Click the Device Selec...
Page 57 - Passwords; About Passwords
Back to Contents Page Passwords Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide About Passwords Using a System Password Using an Administrator Password Using a Hard Drive Password Enabling Trusted Platform Module (TPM) About Passwords A system password, an administrator password, and a hard dr...
Page 58 - Using a Hard Drive Password; Enabling the TPM Feature
If you forget the system password and do not have an administrator password assigned, or if you have both a system and an administrator password assigned but forget them both, contact your system administrator or contact Dell . Using a Hard Drive Password The hard drive password helps protect the ...
Page 60 - Using PC Cards; PC Card Types; PC Card Blanks
Back to Contents Page Using PC Cards Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide PC Card Types PC Card Blanks Extended PC Cards Installing a PC Card Removing a PC Card or Blank PC Card Types See " Specifications " for information on supported PC Cards. The PC Card slot has one conn...
Page 61 - Removing a PC Card or Blank
The computer recognizes most PC Cards and automatically loads the appropriate device driver. If the configuration program tells you to load the manufacturer's drivers, use the floppy or CD that came with the PC Card. Removing a PC Card or Blank 1. Press the latch and remove the card or blank. ...
Page 62 - DellTM QuickSet
Back to Contents Page Dell™ QuickSet Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Dell™ QuickSet provides you with easy access to configure or view the following types of settings: l Network connectivity l Power management l Display l System information Depending on what you want to do in Dell™ Qui...
Page 63 - Adding and Replacing Parts; Recommended Tools; Before Working Inside Your Computer
Back to Contents Page Adding and Replacing Parts Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Before You Begin Memory Modem Mini PCI Card Hard Drive Keyboard Display Internal Card With Bluetooth ® Wireless Technology Coin-Cell Battery Before You Begin This chapter provides proc...
Page 64 - Memory
1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched. 2. Turn off your computer . 3. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions. 4. Disconnect ...
Page 66 - Modem
3. Ground yourself and install the new memory module: a. Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the connector slot. b. Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the module down until it clicks into place. If you do not feel the click, remove t...
Page 68 - Mini PCI Card
Mini PCI Card If you ordered a Mini PCI card with your computer, the card is already installed. 1. Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin." 2. Remove the keyboard . 3. Remove the metal shield: a. Loosen the captive metal shield screws. b. Lift the shield on the side near th...
Page 69 - Hard Drive
c. Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector. 5. Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the connector until you feel a click. 6. Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card. 7. Replace the metal shield. 8. Replace the keyboar...
Page 70 - Keyboard
To replace the hard drive in the hard drive bay: 1. Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin." 2. Turn the computer over, and remove the hard drive screws. 3. Slide the hard drive out of the computer. 4. Remove the new drive from its packaging. Save the original packaging for sto...
Page 72 - Display
Display 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin." 2. Remove the two screws labeled "D" from the bottom of the computer. 3. Turn the computer right-side up and open it. 4. Remove the keyboard . 5. Remove the metal shield: a. Remove the metal shield screw. b. ...
Page 73 - Internal Card With Bluetooth
9. Lift the display away from the computer and lay it aside. 10. Fit the hinges of the replacement display onto the computer base. 11. Secure the screws on the left and right hinges. 12. Connect the display cable to the connector on the system board. 13. Route and connect the antenna cable...
Page 76 - Using the System Setup Program; Overview; Changing the Boot Sequence
Back to Contents Page Using the System Setup Program Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Overview Viewing the System Setup Screens System Setup Screen Commonly Used Options Overview You can use system setup as follows: l To set or change user-selectable features — for example, your ...
Page 77 - Performing a One-Time Boot; Changing Printer Modes
l Diskette Drive l Modular Bay HDD l Internal HDD l CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive During the boot routine, the computer starts at the top of the list and scans each enabled device for the operating system start-up files. When the computer finds the files, it stops searching and starts the operating sys...
Page 79 - Using Smart Cards; About Smart Cards
Back to Contents Page Using Smart Cards Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide About Smart Cards Installing a Smart Card About Smart Cards Smart cards are portable credit-card shaped devices with internal integrated circuits. The top surface of the smart card usually contains an embedded proce...
Page 81 - Solving Problems; Dell Technical Update Service; Accessing the Dell Support Utility
Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Dell Technical Update Service The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of software and hardware updates for your computer. The service is free and can be customized for content, format, and ...
Page 82 - Drive Problems; CD and DVD drive problems; If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound
For more information about the Dell Support Utility, click the question mark ( ?) at the top of the Dell Support screen. Drive Problems CD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW drive If you cannot eject the CD, CD-RW, DVD, or DVD+RW drive tray If you hear an unfamiliar s...
Page 83 - Hard drive problems
Hard drive problems E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems l Ensure that the disc is inserted properly. Allow the computer to cool before turning it on — A hot hard drive may prevent the operating system from starting. Try allowing the computer to return to room temperature before turning it...
Page 84 - Error Messages
Error Messages If the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. Scan the computer for spyware — If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you are havin...
Page 86 - Keyboard Problems; External Keyboard problems
Keyboard Problems External Keyboard problems Seek error — The operating system cannot find a specific track on the hard drive. Shutdown failure — A chip on the system board may be malfunctioning. Run the System Set tests as described in " Using the Dell Diagnostics ." Time-of-d...
Page 87 - Lockups and Software Problems
Unexpected characters Lockups and Software Problems The computer does not start The computer stops responding A program stops responding A program crashes repeatedly A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Disable the numeric keypad — Press <Num Lk> to d...
Page 88 - Memory Problems
A solid blue screen appears Other software problems Memory Problems Network Problems Turn the computer off — If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer t...
Page 90 - Docking Power While the Computer Is Running; Printer Problems
Docking Power While the Computer Is Running If a computer is connected to the Dell D/Dock, or Dell D/Port while the computer is running, presence of the docking device is ignored until the AC adapter is connected to the computer. Printer Problems Scanner Problems Check the AC adapter — Che...
Page 91 - Sound and Speaker Problems; No sound from the integrated speaker
Sound and Speaker Problems No sound from the integrated speaker No sound from external speakers Unlock the scanner — Ensure that your scanner is unlocked if it has a locking tab or button. Restart the computer and try the scanner again Check the cable connections — l See the sc...
Page 92 - No sound from headphones; Touch Pad or Mouse Problems; If the display is blank
No sound from headphones Touch Pad or Mouse Problems Video and Display Problems If the display is blank Run the Dell Diagnostics . Check the headphone cable connection — Ensure that the headphone cable is securely inserted into the headphone connector. Adjust the Windows volume cont...
Page 99 - Travelling With Your Computer; Identifying Your Computer; Travelling by Air
Back to Contents Page Travelling With Your Computer Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Identifying Your Computer Packing the Computer Travel Tips Identifying Your Computer l Attach a name tag or business card to the computer. l Write down your Service Tag and store it in a safe plac...
Page 100 - If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen
If Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen l Call a law enforcement agency to report the lost or stolen computer. Include the Service Tag in your description of the computer. Ask that a case number be assigned and write down the number, along with the name, address, and phone number of the law enforceme...
Page 101 - Wireless Local Area Network; What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection; Start Button and Connect To Option; Setting Up a New WLAN; Connecting a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem
Back to Contents Page Wireless Local Area Network Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Overview Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network Overview A WLAN is a series of interconnected computers that communicate with each other over the air waves rather than through a network cable connecte...
Page 102 - Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network; Determining the Wireless Network Device Manager
1. Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to obtain specific information about the connection requirements for your broadband modem. 2. Ensure that you have wired Internet access through your broadband modem before you attempt to set up a wireless Internet connection. 3. Install any softwa...
Page 104 - Help and Support Center; Desktop
Back to Contents Page Using Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Dell™ Latitude™ D410 User's Guide Help and Support Center Microsoft ® W i n d o w s ® Classic View Desktop Cleanup Wizard Transferring Information to a New Computer User Accounts and Fast User Switching Setting Up a Home a...
Page 106 - User Accounts and Fast User Switching; Adding User Accounts
4. On the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard welcome screen, click Next . 5. On the Which computer is this? screen, click Old Computer and click Next . 6. On the Select a transfer method screen, click the transfer method you prefer. 7. On the What do you want to transfer? screen, select the ...