Dell Latitude XPi CD, Reference Manual

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Preface
A
bout This Guide
This guide is intended for anyone who uses the Dell
Latitude XPi CD portable computer. It can be used by
both first-time and experienced computer users who want
to learn about the features of the computer. This guide
also provides basic troubleshooting procedures and
instructions for using the diskette-based diagnostics to
test your computer and its components.
Summaries of the chapters and appendixes of this guide
follow:
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Chapter 1, “Introduction,” gives an overview of the
computer features and a list of available upgrades.
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Chapter 2, “Customizing System Features,”
describes how to change system settings, such as
those that control the computer’s power conservation
features. This chapter also describes system utilities
and video drivers included with the computer.
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Chapter 3, “Troubleshooting Your Computer,” pro-
vides some initial checks and procedures you can use
to solve basic computer problems and some general
guidelines on analyzing software problems. This
chapter also discusses messages and beep codes.
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Chapter 4, “Running the Dell Diagnostics,”
describes how to check the computer’s hardware and
use the Dell diagnostics to isolate component
problems.
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Chapter 5, “Getting Help,” describes the help tools
Dell provides to assist you if you have a problem
with the computer. It also explains how and when to
call Dell for technical assistance.
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Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” is intended
primarily as reference material if you are interested
in learning more about the details of your computer.
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Appendix B, “Diagnostic Video Tests,” provides
samples of screens displayed when the Video Test
Group of the diskette-based diagnostics is run. These
screens help you check a particular video function or
group of functions on the built-in display or on an
external monitor.
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Appendix C, “Regulatory Notices,” is for users who
are interested in which regulatory agencies have
tested and approved the Dell Latitude XPi CD
portable computer.
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Appendix D, “Warranties and Return Policy,”
describes the warranty and return policy for the Dell
computer.
W
arranty and Return Policy
Information
Dell Computer Corporation (“Dell”) manufactures its
hardware products from parts and components that are
new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry-
standard practices.
For information about the Dell warranty and return pol-
icy, see Appendix D, “Warranties and Return Policy.”