Dell E6400 - Latitude - Core 2 Duo 2.53 GHz Reviewer'S Manual Download

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LATITUDE E6500 and E6400

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Summary of Contents for E6400 - Latitude - Core 2 Duo 2.53 GHz

Page 1: ...DELL LATITUDE freedom from business as usual LATITUDE E6500 and E6400 REVIEWER S GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...bility 17 Docks and Peripherals 18 22 Peace of Mind 23 28 Dell Services 24 25 Security 26 28 Total Control of Ownership 29 32 Systems Management 31 The Green Side of Latitude 32 Core Technologies 33 36 New Performance Architecture 34 Graphics 35 36 Product Gallery 37 49 E6500 Product Views 38 42 E6500 Technical Specifications 43 E6400 Product Views 44 48 E6400 Technical Specifications 49 Important...

Page 3: ...orks and other times leave me stranded And I m tired of having my workflow interrupted because my battery lets me down I need a notebook that looks good and doesn t slow me down with a difficult to use keyboard or trackpad If I have trouble using it it s worthless to me Latitude E Family Answer Dell is inspired by you You re tired of compromise so we designed a family of notebooks where sacrifice ...

Page 4: ...9 hours with a 9 cell battery and optional battery slice Anytime Anywhere wireless connectivity1 supports all current wireless technology like Wi Fi mobile broadband Bluetooth 2 1 and is built for emerging technologies such as WiMAX High Performance Wireless N Seamless transitions from on the move to desktop with new Latitude family docking solutions Featuring Intel vPro technology for enhanced ma...

Page 5: ...I can stay connected and productive virtually anywhere and everywhere 1 ALL DAY COMPUTING 1Subject to wireless provider s coverage area Mobile broadband subscription required additional charges apply ...

Page 6: ... 8 hours of battery life and can be used in conjunction with the 6 cell or 9 cell battery Introducing new technology like LED backlit displays and customized battery settings to achieve a full day charge through new Dell ControlPoint software Extend your battery service with optional battery replacement service during your 3 year Limited Hardware Warranty Take advantage of short charge time opport...

Page 7: ...y Dual 5 band mobile broadband antennas provide support for all major worldwide frequency bands International travelers who roam between the U S and Europe can get full 3G speeds wherever they go Furthermore you get investment protection for after point of sale card purchases or even next generation card upgrades the antennas to support are already there Mobile broadband cards have built in GPS fu...

Page 8: ...ices and peripherals such as keyboards mice printers scanners and wireless docking stations within a PAN Dell Wireless 370 Bluetooth Wireless The Dell 370 card features the latest Bluetooth version 2 1 EDR Windows XP OS technology with a throughput of 3Mbps The Dell 370 offers firmware upgradeability to the forthcoming Bluetooth 2 1 update for Windows Vista OS Compared to the previous Dell 360 Blu...

Page 9: ...u need power management displays and devices connections security and system information Consistent visual user interface throughout all these applications means easy natural interaction for end users User Selectable Modules with Tight Administrative Controls IT managers have the option to install all of the modules or pick and choose specific modules for their custom system images IT managers can...

Page 10: ... alerting capabilities and sleep modes Battery Status Quickly view battery status available charge and health Users can also easily configure advanced power settings to maximize battery life Power Scheme and Sleep Mode Choose the preset All Day Battery Mode to maximize your battery life Custom configure power schemes to work the way you want to work Sleep modes can be quickly configured along with...

Page 11: ... your system Some key configurable features include the presentation mode with projectors ambient light sensor and keyboard backlighting capabilities Keyboard Hotkeys Customers can easily set up a series of custom hot keys to meet their individual work environment requirements See your work in a whole new light LED Backlit keyboards allow for easier work in darker settings Use ControlPoint to easi...

Page 12: ...nd Location Profiles and Administrative Controls Create multiple mobile Profile Settings such as printer browser VPN and network as well as mobility settings for adapter and profile switching Define export and import usage profiles Customize printer setup application launch drive mapping and more Administrative controls with the ability to limit user configurable options Enhanced Diagnostics and A...

Page 13: ...s vital The Dell ControlPoint Security Center module provides access to use authentication encryption fingerprint readers and smartcard technologies Security Status Quickly view system security status Manage Logins and Passwords Require fingerprint for login Set a pre boot password Manage Windows password settings Manage Data Protection Set hard drive password Manage document vault Manage encrypti...

Page 14: ...INSPIRED DESIGN My notebook should work as hard as I do ...

Page 15: ...elps provide long lasting premium paint finish Exceptional durability with redesigned robust hinges latches Strike Zone helps improve hard drive protection in the event of a fall by dissipating shock Our 7200rpm hard drives now come standard with Free Fall Sensors Keyboard durability focus means E Family is designed for improved keycap retention and screen printing Notebooks designed to run cooler...

Page 16: ...rmance SSD2 22 improved system performance over a 7200 RPM performance notebook HDD2 With no moving parts SSD is designed to provide a quantum leap forward in durability and reliability Predicted reliability more than 3x better than a standard hard drive3 Shock tolerance is 8 5 times better than standard notebook hard drive in operating mode4 2 Based on SysMark 2007 Benchmark tests performed by De...

Page 17: ...h one click access to all user settings with new Dell ControlPoint software DisplayPort is a next generation digital display interface designed for the latest PC graphics and flat panels DisplayPort enables digital picture quality on all flat panels and supports larger screens with smarter cable management With DisplayPort users can connect to any display from legacy CRT monitors to the latest dig...

Page 18: ...capabilities along with legacy ports The non compromise station designed for enhanced usability at desk supports hot warm docking E Port is a space saving port replicator for graphics as well as latest ports Suitable for home and office environment enables to conveniently connect to your desk peripherals E Legacy Extender is a lightweight 0 45lb 0 2kg adapter that can be attached to the bottom of ...

Page 19: ...l Stand is an adjustable stand designed for the new Latitude E Port and E Port Plus It accepts Dell Flat Panels via the Dell Quick Connect connector default as well as standard VESA mount requires screws E Flat Panel Stand with dual flat panel monitor desktop configuration E Flat Panel Stand front and side views with E Port Plus ...

Page 20: ...ily notebook stand is adjustable and enables the user to elevate the LCD panel to a comfortable position It also requires significantly less desk space than a dock and external monitor E Monitor Stand The Basic Monitor Stand is an accessory of the E Port and E Port Plus that enable use of any LCD flat panel monitors and CRT monitors E View with dual monitor desktop configuration E View side view E...

Page 21: ...h E Media Bay offers the flexibility of a second hard drive or connect an optical drive via the eSATA port on your E6400 or E6500 Leave your cell phone charger at home USB PowerShare is a new Dell feature that allows you to charge or power peripherals from the USB port of the notebook when the notebook is not in use New Dell M109S Pocket Projector has a tiny form factor and runs from the power of ...

Page 22: ...Latitude cases are designed to optimize mobility with a sleek new look soft grip handles seatbelt grade straps EVA compression molded foam protection custom hardware and useful inside pockets New Sleeves are designed with top grade neoprene Executive Leather Deluxe Nylon Slim Nylon Laptop Sleeves ...

Page 23: ...My data should be mine and mine alone PEACE OF MIND IS PART OF THE PACKAGE ...

Page 24: ...y delete your sensitive data to help prevent potential loss of valuable data or recover data when you have a failed hard drive and did not back up your system Solve asset issues while keeping end users productive on the road CompleteCare Accidental Damage Service provides coverage for notebooks that have encountered liquid spills electrical surges drops falls or extreme temperatures Laptop Trackin...

Page 25: ...tually anywhere in the world This powerful scalable and cost effective Software as a Service SaaS platform model is activated with a simple Internet connection Our comprehensive set of software services are delivered via a single integrated Web based management console Asset Management automated tracking of software hardware and software licenses for all desktops and laptops regardless of location...

Page 26: ...y deployment usage and maintenance in order to allow smaller businesses to acquire relevant security and larger organizations to implement at low total cost of ownership impact Deploy Faster The complexity of IT can slow down even the most tightly run organization By speeding up deployment and configuration you can reclaim wasted time and redirect it toward growing your business Dell can deliver a...

Page 27: ...re Encrypted Data protection is available can be activated within a few seconds centrally and can be much safer than software based encryption The Latitude E6500 and E6400 include a new feature called Dell ControlVault which is an innovative security chip Dell ControlVault key features are Single location for end users credentials such as passwords and biometric templates Credentials are securely ...

Page 28: ...with these multi factor authentication technologies Standard smartcard reader New integrated contactless card reader supports leading edge technology from HID and is designed to enable the convergence of physical and logical access Integrated fingerprint reader option New integrated FIPS 201Certified fingerprint reader option on the E6500 which as an area sensor can provide one of the highest poss...

Page 29: ...I should be able to manage my notebooks anywhere in the world without leaving my desk TOTAL CONTROL OF OWNERSHIP ...

Page 30: ...esources Long product lifecycles and proactively managed product transitions help minimize costs and headaches Long lifecycle and long overlap means customers have time to evaluate the new product create a new image and plan the transition as fits their business needs Consistent configurations worldwide simplify global deployment and management Image stability is key Carefully managed change means...

Page 31: ...echnology With Intel AMT 4 0 customers can scale Intel AMT deployments with remote configuration and benefit from support for next generation management standards WS MAN and DASH 1 0 Remote configuration More convenient option for over the wire set up Allows transfer of Intel AMT keys over the network during set up New out of band management capabilities Client Initiated Remote Access CIRA allows ...

Page 32: ... energy efficiency as well as design attributes that aid in recycling The Latitude brand has a history of leadership in delivering green notebooks 1st Notebook to achieve EPEAT Gold Latitude D630 1st Notebook to implement Energy Star 4 0 Standard Latitude portfolio May 2007 Minimize Energy Consumption 1st Energy Star 4 0 Compliant Notebooks Industry Leading Energy Smart Power Management Settings o...

Page 33: ...CORE TECHNOLOGIES ...

Page 34: ...t Energy Star requirements without sacrificing performance Chipset and Memory Intel PM45 Express Chipset features Support for up to 8GB system memory and for dual memory channels and DDR2 800MHz memory 1066MHz front side bus Intel Active Management Technology 4 0 Serial ATA hard drive support Up to 6 PCI express ports Small footprint size Dual Channel DDR2 Memory DDR2 offers dual channel capabilit...

Page 35: ... VC1 MPEG2 content View weave and jitter free playback of static and fast moving objects with SD and HD de interlacing which applies multiple fields to construct progressive frames Experience rich 3D graphics applications with Microsoft DirectX 10 and DXVA 2 0 new industry graphics feature and acceleration technologies More accurately scale images to fit different display resolutions with Panel Fi...

Page 36: ... that delivers smooth video accurate color and great image scaling for DVD playback Multiple display architecture allows users to spread their work across multiple displays and maximize productivity through advanced desktop and application management features GPU zoom helps crisply display the page including text shapes images at any magnification level Full Microsoft DirectX 10 support with full ...

Page 37: ...Product Gallery ...

Page 38: ... 33 3mm Precision tuned keyboard with backlit option Integrated VGA webcam and digital microphone Ambient light sensor can be customized in Dell ControlPoint to adjust display and backlit keyboard brightness Bright 15 4 display with LED option Quick touch volume up down and mute buttons Robust redesigned metal latch Contactless Smart Card Reader Hot Key to launch Dell ControlPoint console Fn F7 Op...

Page 39: ...ck View Detail Power port DisplayPort Antennas designed for maximum wireless reception Robust metal hinge construction New premium Brushed Metal Black paint finish Full magnesium alloy in the base and LCD back helps protect internal components 10 100 1000 Gigabit Ethernet 56K v924 Internal Modem Optional ...

Page 40: ...00 E6400 Reviewer s Guide See important information at end of document E6500 Left View Expresscard 54 VGA port USB port with USB PowerShare eSATA port compatible with USB Steel reinforced lock slot 5 in 1 card reader ...

Page 41: ...Reviewer s Guide See important information at end of document E6500 Right View E Media Bay PCMCIA slot 2 USB ports Smart card reader Headphone speaker out ports 1394 port Wi Fi Catcher On Off switch with network locator button ...

Page 42: ... Family Docking Connector Bottom access panel with one screw access to memory DIMMs wireless modules Battery Charge Health Gauge Strike Zone shock absorber Primary Hard Drive Bay Inverted motherboard helps improve thermal design and accessibility for easier service Bluetooth UWB module WLAN Coin cell battery WWAN Memory DIMMS ...

Page 43: ...ing at 5 17lbs 2 34kg with 4 cell battery Preliminary Dimensions Width 14 1 358mm Depth 10 1 257mm Height 1 08 1 3 27 4 33 3mm Connectivity Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager Wired 10 100 1000 Gigabit Ethernet 56K v924 Internal Modem Optional Wireless Wireless LAN Dell Wireless 1397 802 11g Dell Wireless 1510 802 11 a g n 2x2 Intel WiFi Link 5100 802 11a g n 1x2 Intel WiFi Link 5300 802 11a g n ...

Page 44: ...31mm Precision tuned keyboard with backlit option Integrated VGA webcam and digital microphone Ambient light sensor can be customized in Dell ControlPoint to adjust display and backlit keyboard brightness Bright 14 1 display with LED option Quick touch volume up down and mute buttons Robust redesigned metal latch Optional fingerprint reader is located at the bottom of the right speaker grill Conta...

Page 45: ... Power port DisplayPort Antennas designed for maximum wireless reception Robust metal hinge construction New premium Brushed Metal Black paint finish Full magnesium alloy in the base and LCD back helps protect internal components 10 100 1000 Gigabit Ethernet 56K v924 Internal Modem Optional 5 in 1 Card Reader ...

Page 46: ...tude E6500 E6400 Reviewer s Guide See important information at end of document E6400 Left View Smart card reader USB port with USB PowerShare eSATA port compatible with USB VGA port Steel reinforced lock slot ...

Page 47: ...er s Guide See important information at end of document E6400 Right View E Media Bay PCMCIA also available with Expresscard 54 1394 port 2 USB ports Wi Fi Catcher On Off switch with network locator button Headphone speaker out ports ...

Page 48: ... Family Docking Connector Bottom access panel with one screw access to memory DIMMs wireless modules Battery Charge Health Gauge Strike Zone shock absorber Primary Hard Drive Bay Inverted motherboard helps improve thermal design and accessibility for easier service Bluetooth UWB module Coin cell battery Memory DIMMS WWAN WLAN ...

Page 49: ...ll battery Preliminary Dimensions Width 13 2 335mm Depth 9 38 238 3mm Height 1 1 2 25 4 31mm Connectivity Dell ControlPoint Connection Manager Wired 10 100 1000 Gigabit Ethernet 56K v924 Internal Modem Optional Wireless Wireless LAN Dell Wireless 1397 802 11g Dell Wireless 1510 802 11 a g n 2x2 Intel WiFi Link 5100 802 11a g n 1x2 Intel WiFi Link 5300 802 11a g n 3x3 Mobile Broadband GPS Dell Wire...

Page 50: ... configuration and manufacturing variability E6400 Weight Preliminary starting weight with 4 cell 2 5 thin SSD 14 1 LED integrated graphics and Travel Lite module is 4 3lbs 1 95kg Weight varies with configuration and manufacturing variability Limited Hardware Warranty For a copy of limited warranty write Dell USA LP Attn Warranties One Dell Way Round Rock TX 78682 or visit www dell com warranty Co...

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