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Dell™ Latitude™ C/Port II APR

System Information Guide

Guide d'information sur le système

Guia de Informações do Sistema

Guía de información del sistema

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Dell™ Latitude™ C/Port II APR

System Information Guide

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.

NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you

how to avoid the problem.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury,

or death.

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Dell™ Latitude™ C/Port II APR

System Information Guide

This document contains getting started, safety, regulatory, and warranty

information about your Dell Latitude C/Port II Advanced Port Replicator

(APR) as well as information about other Dell documents that are available

and how to obtain them.

Safety Instructions

The following information defines the meaning of additional symbols used

only in the Safety Instructions section.

Caution: General (Safety Instructions, continued)

Risk of explosion Aircraft

Risk of fire Use of this feature may be prohibited

on aircraft

Risk of electric shock

• When setting up the docking station for work, place it

on a level surface.

• Do not attempt to service the docking station yourself

unless you are an authorized service technician. Always

follow installation instructions closely.

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Caution: Power (Safety Instructions, continued)

• If you use an extension power cable with your AC

adapter, ensure that the total ampere rating of the

products plugged in to the extension power cable does

not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.

• Do not push objects into air vents or openings of your

computer. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by

shorting out interior components.

• Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desk

top or on the floor, when you use it to run the computer

or to charge the battery. Do not cover the AC adapter

with papers or other items that will reduce cooling; also,

do not use the AC adapter inside a carrying case.

• Do not use your computer in a wet environment, for

example, near a bath tub, sink, or swimming pool or in a

wet basement.

• To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do

not connect or disconnect any cables or perform

maintenance or reconfiguration of this product during

an electrical storm. Do not use your computer during

an electrical storm unless all cables have been

disconnected and the computer is operating on battery

power.

• Before you clean your docking station, remove power.

Clean your computer with a soft cloth dampened with

water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may

contain flammable substances.

• Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for

use with this docking station. Use of another AC

adapter may cause a fire or explosion.

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• Before you connect the docking station to an electrical

outlet, check the AC adapter voltage rating to ensure

that the required voltage and frequency match the

available power source.

• To remove power from the computer, turn it off,

remove the battery pack, and disconnect the AC

adapter from the electrical outlet.

• To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and

peripheral power cables into properly grounded power

sources. These power cables may be equipped with

three-prong plugs to provide an earth grounding

connection. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the

grounding prong from the power cable plug. If you use a

power extension cable, use the appropriate type, two-

prong or three-prong, to mate with the AC adapter

power cable.

• Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter’s power

cable and that the cable is not located where it can be

tripped over or stepped on.

• If you are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use

caution when plugging the AC adapter’s power cable

into the power strip. Some power strips may allow you

to insert the plug incorrectly. Incorrect insertion of the

power plug could result in permanent damage to your

computer, as well as risk of electric shock and/or fire.

Ensure that the ground prong of the power plug is

inserted into the mating ground contact of the power

strip.

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Other Documents Available

• Documentation updates, which are sometimes included with your docking

device to describe changes to your docking device or software. Always read

these updates before consulting any other documentation because the

updates often contain the latest information.

• Documentation included with any options you purchase separately from

your docking device. This documentation includes information that you

need to configure and install these options in your docking device.

Getting Help

Dell provides a number of tools to help you if your docking device does not

perform as expected. For information on these help tools, see the “Getting

Help” section in the computer’s User’s Guide.

Docking Device Overview

NOTE: Alert your network administrator before you connect the docking device to

a network.

You must attach an AC adapter to the docking device before you dock the

computer to the docking device and turn on the computer. The AC adapter

powers the docking device and the computer at the same time. Any battery

installed in the computer charges while you use the docking device.

NOTICE: Always use the Dell PA-6 AC adapter that came with the docking device.

If you use any other commercially available AC adapter—or the AC adapter from

older models of Dell computers—you may damage the docking device or the

computer.

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I/O Panel of the Docking Device

The “External I/O Connectors” table shows the icons for each of the

connectors on the back of the APR and indicates the type of external

device(s) that you can attach to each connector.

External I/O Connectors

Connector

Icon

Connector Description

One or two USB devices, such as a USB mouse, connect to

the dual USB connector.

An external PS/2-style keyboard or external numeric keypad

connects to the PS/2 keyboard connector.

An external PS/2-compatible mouse connects to the PS/2

mouse connector.

A serial device, such as a serial mouse or external modem,

connects to the serial port connector.

A network interface cable connects to the NIC connector.

PS/2-keyboard

connector

serial

connector

USB

connectors (2)

parallel

connector

PS/2-mouse

connector

video

connector

network

connector

AC adapter

connector

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Audio Connectors and Infrared Sensor

A parallel device, such as a printer, connects to the parallel

port connector.

An external monitor connects to the video connector.

The AC adapter that came with the APR connects to the AC

adapter connector.

External I/O Connectors

infrared sensor

audio line-out connector

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Docking Control Base Controls and Indicators

power

indicator

undock request

button

power button

drive access

indicator

docking

indicator

eject/

locking

lever

locked

position

unlocked

position

padlock

slot

eject

position

security lock

slot

security lock

slot (not on all

devices)

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Monitor Stand

NOTICE: The stand supports monitors that weigh up to 45.3 kilograms (kg)

(100 pounds [lb]). Heavier monitors may damage the stand

, computer, and

docking device.

Docking Device With the Monitor Stand

NOTE: Be sure that the back legs on the monitor stand engage the slots on

either side of the docking control base.

monitor

stand

docking device

computer

docking control base

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Before Docking the Computer

If your computer is running the Microsoft

Windows

9x, Windows NT

or Windows Millennium Edition (Me) operating system, you must first

check your computer for existing docking drivers. If your computer does not

have the docking drivers, install them before you dock the computer for the

first time. To install the docking drivers, perform the steps in “Installing the

Docking Drivers.”

NOTE: If your computer is running the Windows XP or Windows 2000

operating system

, the drivers are installed automatically and you do not need

to perform the steps in

“Installing the Docking Drivers.” Go to “Docking Your

Computer.

”

Check Your Computer for Existing Docking Drivers

1 Double-click My Computer.

2 Double-click Control Panel.

3 Double-click Add/Remove Programs.

4 Locate the correct docking drivers from the list of programs.

For Windows 9x and Windows Me, check for the driver with Quick

Install in the name. For example: Dell Dock Quick Install for

Windows.

For Windows NT, check for NT Softex Docking Services.

If your computer does not have the docking drivers, go to the next section,

“Installing the Docking Drivers.” If your computer has the docking drivers,

go to “Docking Your Computer.”

Installing the Docking Drivers

You can install your docking drivers in one of the following ways:

• Install the drivers from the ResourceCD or Drivers and Utilities CD

that came with your computer or docking device.

• Download the drivers from the Dell | Support website.

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Installing the Docking Drivers From the ResourceCD or Drivers and

Utilities CD

1 Insert the ResourceCD or Drivers and Utilities CD into the CD drive.

In most cases, the CD should start running automatically. If it does

not, start Windows

Explorer, click your CD drive directory to display

the CD contents, and then double-click the autorcd application file. If

a welcome screen appears, click Next. The first time that you run the

CD, it might prompt you to install some setup files. Click OK and

follow the instructions on the screen to continue.

2 From the Language pull-down menu on the toolbar, select your

preferred language for the driver (if available).

A welcome screen appears.

3 Click Next.

4 Under Search Criteria, select the appropriate categories from the

System Model and Operating System pull-down menus.

If your system is running Windows 9x or Windows Me, select System

Utilities from the Device Type pull-down menu, and then select

Drivers from the Topic pull-down menu.

If your system is running Windows NT, select System Utilities from the

Device Type pull-down menu, and then select Utilities from the Topic

pull-down menu.

A link or links appear(s) for the specific drivers or utilities used by your

computer.

5 If your system is running Windows 9x or Windows Me, click the link for

the Dell Dock QuickInstall utility.

The Dell Dock QuickInstall file is a utility that installs the required

docking drivers on your computer.

If your computer is running Windows NT, click the link for Softex

Docking Services.

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6 Click the Install button to start the automatic installation. At the

welcome screen, follow the screen prompts to complete the

installation.

NOTE: Some ResourceCDs may require users to navigate through folders to

obtain the correct driver. For complete instructions on reinstalling drivers, see

your User’s Guide.

Installing the Docking Drivers From the Dell | Support Website

1 Go to the Dell | Support website at support.dell.com. If you are

visiting the website for the first time, click your region under Choose a

region and click Go.

2 Follow the instructions on the screen.

3 Enter your docking device information, and then click Go!.

4 Click Downloads.

The Downloads For Your Dell window appears, including a short form

for you to fill out.

5 Select your operating system and operating system language.

6 Select System and Configuration Utilities as your download category.

7 Click Go!.

8 If your computer is running Windows 9x or Windows Me, locate and

click the link for the Dell Dock QuickInstall utility.

If your computer is running Windows NT, locate and click the link for

Softex Docking Services.

9 Follow the instructions on the screen to download and install the

required drivers.

After you download the files and before you install the drivers, make

sure to view the readme.txt file that is included in the downloaded files

for important information about the installation.

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Docking Your Computer

If you attach a monitor to the docking device and turn the monitor on, the

screen image appears on the monitor. To switch the image to the computer

display, or to both the monitor and the computer display, press

<Fn><F8>.

When you dock the computer to the docking device and turn the computer

on, the green power light on the docking control base lights up (see

“Docking Control Base Controls and Indicators”).

NOTICE: To avoid losing data, save any open files before you dock the

computer.

Save all files, close and exit all application programs, exit the operating

system, and turn off the computer.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the docking connector, open the docking panel

door before you attempt to dock the computer to the docking device.

If the computer has a docking panel door, open the docking panel door

on the back of the computer.

Docking Panel Door on the Computer

computer

docking panel

door (not on all

computers)

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3 If you are using the docking device with a monitor stand, close the

computer display.

4 Ensure that the eject/locking lever is in the unlocked position.

5 Dock the computer to the docking device as follows:

Docking the Computer

a Horizontally center the computer on the APR platform, with the

back of the computer facing the docking device docking

connector, as shown in “Docking the Computer.”

b Slide the computer toward the connector until you feel the

grooves on the bottom of the computer engage with the alignment

rails.

NOTICE: If you attempt to push the computer all the way into the APR

without engaging the alignment rails, you may irreparably damage the docking

connector on the computer.

NOTICE: Do not pick up the computer or the docking device separately when

they are connected because you may damage the connectors on the computer

and the docking device.

docking connector

alignment rails (2)

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NOTICE: If you are using a monitor with the monitor stand, remove the

monitor from the stand before moving the docking control base into place.

c Gently push the computer forward until the docking connector is

fully engaged.

Docking for the First Time With Windows XP and Windows 2000

1 Dock and turn on your computer.

2 Press <F2> during the system boot routine to view the system setup

program.

3 Set Docking IRQ to Optimized.

4 Set Universal Connect to Enabled.

5 Exit the system setup program.

Your system will continue the boot process.

In Windows 2000, the Add New Hardware Wizard appears.

NOTE: If your computer is running Windows XP, the operating system

automatically installs the drivers. If your computer is running Windows 2000,

the Add New Hardware Wizard automatically installs your drivers.

Docking for the First Time With Windows Me

1 Dock and turn on your computer.

2 Press <F2> during the system boot routine to view the system setup

program.

3 Set Docking IRQ to Optimized.

4 Set Universal Connect to Enabled.

5 Exit the system setup program.

Your system will continue the boot process.

The Add New Hardware Wizard appears.

6 Select Search for the Best Driver for Your Device (Recommended)

and click Next.

7 Click Next.

8 Follow the prompts on the Add New Hardware Wizard.

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9 Whenever prompted, select Search for the Best Driver for Your

Device (Recommended) and click Next.

10 Continue to follow the prompts to complete the installation.

The Windows desktop appears and the installation is complete.

Docking for the First Time With Windows NT 4.0

1 Dock and turn on your computer.

2 Either press <F2> during the system boot routine, or press

<Fn><F1> after your computer boots to view the system setup

program.

3 Set Docking IRQ to Optimized.

4 Set Universal Connect to Enabled.

5 Exit the system setup program.

6 Press <Ctrl><Alt><Del> to log on.

The Docking Station Setup window appears and indicates that the

computer must be undocked to continue.

7 Click OK and wait for the computer to turn off.

8 Undock the computer (see “Undocking the Computer”).

The computer restarts automatically. If it does not, turn on the

computer.

9 Click Start and select Shut Down.

10 Wait for the computer to turn off completely and redock the computer

to the docking device.

The computer restarts automatically. If it does not, turn on the

computer.

11 Press <Ctrl><Alt><Del> to log on.

The computer automatically detects new devices.

12 When prompted, select Install System Provided Driver for the

Selected Device (Recommended) and click OK.

13 Click Continue at the Windows NT Setup window.

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14 Select Install System Provided Driver for the Selected Device

(Recommended) and click OK.

15 Select the name of your network interface controller (NIC) from the

drop down menu.

16 Select whether the network adapter should obtain an IP address from a

server, or whether an IP address is specified.

If you do not know what to select, see your system administrator.

17 Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

The Windows desktop appears and the installation is complete.

The computer cannot enter suspend-to-disk mode while docked.

Docking for the First Time With Windows 98

1 Dock and turn on your computer.

2 Either press <F2> during the system boot routine, or press

<Fn><F1> after your computer boots to view the system setup

program.

3 Set Docking IRQ to Optimized.

4 Set Universal Connect to Enabled.

5 Exit the system setup program.

The computer detects new hardware.

6 Click OK at the Configuration Setup window.

The Add New Hardware Wizard appears.

7 Click Next.

8 Select Search for the Best Driver for Your Device (Recommended)

and click Next.

9 Remove the check-mark next to each option and click Next.

A window appears, indicating that Windows is ready to install the best

driver for your device.

10 Follow the prompts on the Add New Hardware Wizard.

11 Whenever prompted, select Search for the Best Driver for Your

Device (Recommended) and click Next.

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12 Continue to follow the prompts to complete the installation.

The Windows desktop appears and the installation is complete.

Docking for the First Time With Windows 95

1 Dock and turn on your computer.

2 Either press <F2> during the system boot routine, or press

<Fn><F1> after your computer boots to view the system setup

program.

3 Set Docking IRQ to Optimized.

4 Set Universal Connect to Enabled.

5 Exit the system setup program.

The computer automatically detects new hardware.

6 Click Yes at the System Settings Change window.

The computer restarts and automatically detects new hardware.

7 Click OK at the Network window.

8 Select the Identification tab at the next Network window.

9 Enter a Computer Name and Workgroup that will identify your

computer on the network, and click Close.

If you are unsure what Computer Name and Workgroup to enter,

check with your System Administrator.

NOTE: You must enter a Computer Name and Workgroup to proceed with the

driver installation.

The computer automatically copies files and builds a driver

information database.

10 Click OK at the Configuration Setup window.

11 Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

The Windows desktop appears and the installation is complete.

NOTE: To use the USB connectors, you must install the USB supplement from

your ResourceCD in the Win95\OSUpdate directory. If you install the USB

supplement

, your computer cannot enter suspend mode. Dell recommends that

you do not install the USB supplement unless you intend to use USB devices.

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Updating Drivers in Windows XP and Windows 2000

To update drivers in Windows XP and Windows 2000:

1 Right-click My Computer and click Manage. (In Windows XP, click

the Start button to access My Computer. In Windows 2000, My

Computer is located on the Windows desktop.)

2 In the Computer Management window, click Device Manager, and

double-click Network adapters.

3 Double-click 3Com 3C920 Integrated Fast Ethernet Controller.

4 Click the Driver tab.

5 Click Update Driver... and follow the prompts.

Updating Drivers in Windows Me

To update drivers in Windows Me:

1 Right-click My Computer on the desktop and click Properties.

2 In the System Properties window, click the Device Manager tab, and

double-click Network adapters.

3 Double-click 3Com 3C920 Integrated Fast Ethernet Controller.

4 Click the Driver tab.

5 Click Update Driver... and follow the prompts.

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Undocking the Computer

NOTICE: If the computer does not have power from a battery, the computer

turns off when you undock it

, and you will lose all unsaved data.

NOTICE: Never undock the computer without first preparing the computer. If

you undock before preparing the computer

, you will lose data and the computer

may not recover normal operation for several minutes

, if at all.

To prepare the computer for undocking, perform one of these methods:

• Press <Fn><Esc> on the computer's keyboard (or

<Scroll Lock><Esc> on an external keyboard).

Wait a few seconds for the power light on the computer to turn off.

eject/locking lever

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• In Windows XP, click the Start button, and then click Undock

Computer.

In Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, or Windows 2000, click the

Start button, and then click Eject PC.

In Windows NT, click the docking icon on the taskbar, and then click

Undock to place the computer in suspend mode.

Wait a few seconds for the power light on the computer to turn off.

• Press the undock request button on the docking control base (see the

figure “Docking Control Base Controls and Indicators”). Wait for the

green docking light to turn off.

Securing the C/Port II APR

Security Features

The docking device has the following security features:

• An eject/locking lever that allows you to secure and eject your

computer. The back position secures the computer to the C/Port II

APR. The middle position allows you to use the docking device

without securing it. The front position ejects the computer from the

docking device. Push the eject/locking lever to the back position to use

the padlock security lock and the security lock slot.

• A spring-loaded latch on the front of the base that fits into a security

slot on the bottom of the computer secures the computer to the

docking control base. Not all Dell computers have the security slot.

• A secured media-bay eject button that blocks removal of media bay

devices.

• An immobilized catch latch to deter unauthorized computer removal.

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Securing the C/Port II APR

Use one of the following methods to secure the docking device:

• Use a padlock alone or a padlock and looped security cable with the

padlock slot (see “Docking Control Base Controls and Indicators”) on

the docking device.

A padlock alone blocks the eject lever and makes it difficult to detach

the computer from the docking device.

A security cable looped around a stationary object and used in

conjunction with the padlock can help prevent the unauthorized

movement of the computer and the C/Port II APR.

• Attach a commercially available antitheft device to the security lock

slot (see “Docking Control Base Controls and Indicators”) on the

docking device.

Antitheft devices usually include a segment of metal-stranded cable

with an attached locking device and associated key. Dell recommends

that you use a Kensington lock. For instructions on installing this kind

of antitheft device, see the documentation that accompanied the

device.

Dell Diagnostics

The Dell Diagnostics that came with your Dell Latitude computer includes

tests that help you troubleshoot the controllers in your docking device.

The subtests in the Network Interface test group of the Dell Diagnostics

verify the basic operation of the network controller in the docking device.

They test the controller's internal functions, including read and write access

to its registers and internal transmit and receive (loopback) capability.

The subtests in the Serial/Infrared Ports test group check the docking

device's interface with external devices (such as a serial mouse or a printer).

The subtests in this test group are not intended as a diagnostic test for the

external device itself.

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The subtests in the USB test group check the docking device's interface

with external devices (such as a mouse). The subtests in this test group are

not intended as a diagnostic test for the external device itself.

For complete instructions on using the Dell Diagnostics, see your

computer's User's Guide.

Technical Specifications

Physical

Height:

With monitor stand 10.2 cm (4.0 inches)

Standalone 5.8 cm (2.3 inches)

Depth:

With monitor stand 39.0 cm (15.4 inches)

Standalone 35.8 cm(14.1 inches)

Width:

With monitor stand 40.9 cm (16.1 inches)

Standalone 37.5 cm (14.8 inches)

Weight:

With monitor stand 3.0 kg (6.5 lb)

Standalone 1.6 kg (3.5 lb)

Power

AC Adapter Input:

Voltage 100–200VAC, 50–60 Hz

Amperage 3.5–4.5 A

APRII Input:

Voltage requires 20 VDC from AC Adapter

Amperage 3.5 A

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Regulatory Notices

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) is any signal or emission, radiated in

free space or conducted along power or signal leads, that endangers the

functioning of a radio navigation or other safety service or seriously

degrades, obstructs, or repeatedly interrupts a licensed radio

communications service. Radio communications services include but are

not limited to AM/FM commercial broadcast, television, cellular services,

radar, air-traffic control, pager, and Personal Communication Services

(PCS). These licensed services, along with unintentional radiators such as

digital devices, including computers, contribute to the electromagnetic

environment.

I/O

Serial (DTE) 16550-compatible, 16-byte buffer connector

Parallel unidirectional, bidirectional, or ECP connector

PS/2 two mini-DIN connectors

USB two USB-compliant connectors

Infrared infrared sensor compatible with IrDA Standards

1.1 (Fast IR) and 1.0

Audio line out audio jack (for optional headphones)

Video one connector

Network one RJ45 connector

Docking (to connect to

computer)

one connector

Ethernet Network Controller

Chip set 3Com

3C920; 10/100 BASE-TX

(PC99-compliant)

Data bus width 32-bit PCI host bus interface

IRQ IRQ10

Technical Specifications

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Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) is the ability of items of electronic

equipment to function properly together in the electronic environment.

While this computer has been designed and determined to be compliant

with regulatory agency limits for EMI, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment

does cause interference with radio communications services, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try

to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient the receiving antenna.

• Relocate the computer with respect to the receiver.

• Move the computer away from the receiver.

• Plug the computer into a different outlet so that the computer and the

receiver are on different branch circuits.

If necessary, consult a Dell Technical Support representative or an

experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.

Dell computers are designed, tested, and classified for their intended

electromagnetic environment. These electromagnetic environment

classifications generally refer to the following harmonized definitions:

• Class A is typically for business or industrial environments.

• Class B is typically for residential environments.

Information Technology Equipment (ITE), including devices, expansion

cards, printers, input/output (I/O) devices, monitors, and so on, that are

integrated into or connected to the computer should match the

electromagnetic environment classification of the computer.

A Notice About Shielded Signal Cables: Use only shielded cables for

connecting devices to any Dell device to reduce the possibility of

interference with radio communications services. Using shielded cables

ensures that you maintain the appropriate EMC classification for the

intended environment. For parallel printers, a cable is available from Dell.

If you prefer, you can order a cable from Dell on the World Wide Web at

accessories.us.dell.com/sna/segmenter/asp.

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Most Dell computers are classified for Class B environments. However, the

inclusion of certain options can change the rating of some configurations to

Class A. To determine the electromagnetic classification for your computer

or device, refer to the following sections specific for each regulatory agency.

Each section provides country-specific EMC/EMI or product safety

information.

FCC Notices (U.S. Only)

Most Dell computers are classified by the Federal Communications

Commission (FCC) as Class B digital devices. To determine which

classification applies to your computer, examine all FCC registration labels

located on the bottom or back panel of your computer, on card-mounting

brackets, and on the cards themselves. If any one of the labels carries a Class

A rating, your entire computer is considered to be a Class A digital device. If

all labels carry an FCC Class B rating as distinguished by either an FCC ID

number or the FCC logo, ( ), your computer is considered to be a Class B

digital device.

Once you have determined your computer’s FCC classification, read the

appropriate FCC notice. Note that FCC regulations provide that changes

or modifications not expressly approved by Dell could void your authority to

operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to

the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference.

• This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Class A

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits

are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference

when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if

not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction

manual, may cause harmful interference with radio communications.

Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful

interference, in which case you will be required to correct the interference at

your own expense.

Class B

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause interference with radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not

occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for

help.

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The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in

this document in compliance with FCC regulations:

• Model number: PRX

• Company name:

Dell Computer Corporation

One Dell Way

Round Rock, Texas 78682 USA

IC Notice (Canada Only)

Most Dell computers (and other Dell digital apparatus) are classified by the

Industry Canada (IC) Interference-Causing Equipment Standard #3

(ICES-003) as Class B digital devices. To determine which classification

(Class A or B) applies to your computer (or other Dell digital apparatus),

examine all registration labels located on the bottom or the back panel of

your computer (or other digital apparatus). A statement in the form of “IC

Class A ICES-003” or “IC Class B ICES-003” will be located on one of these

labels. Note that Industry Canada regulations provide that changes or

modifications not expressly approved by Dell could void your authority to

operate this equipment.

This Class B (or Class A, if so indicated on the registration label) digital

apparatus meets the requirements of the Canadian Interference-

Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B (ou Classe A, si ainsi indiqué sur

l’étiquette d’enregistration) respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement

sur le Materiel Brouilleur du Canada.

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CE Notice (European Union)

Marking by the symbol indicates compliance of this Dell computer to

the EMC Directive and the Low Voltage Directive of the European Union.

Such marking is indicative that this Dell system meets the following

technical standards:

• EN 55022 — “Information Technology Equipment — Radio

Disturbance Characteristics — Limits and Methods of Measurement.”

• EN 55024 — “Information technology equipment - Immunity

characteristics - Limits and methods of measurement.”

• EN 61000-3-2 — “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3:

Limits - Section 2: Limits for harmonic current emissions (Equipment

input current up to and including 16 A per phase).”

• EN 61000-3-3 — “Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 3:

Limits - Section 3: Limitation of voltage fluctuations and flicker in

low-voltage supply systems for equipment with rated current up to and

including 16 A.”

• EN 60950 — “Safety of Information Technology Equipment.”

NOTE: EN 55022 emissions requirements provide for two classifications:

• Class A is for typical commercial areas.

• Class B is for typical domestic areas.

This Dell device is classified for use in a typical Class B domestic

environment.

A “Declaration of Conformity” in accordance with the preceding directives

and standards has been made and is on file at Dell Computer Corporation

Products Europe BV, Limerick, Ireland.

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EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only)

VCCI Notice (Japan Only)

Most Dellcomputers are classified by the Voluntary Control Council for

Interference (VCCI) as Class B information technology equipment (ITE).

However, the inclusion of certain options can change the rating of some

configurations to Class A. ITE, including devices, expansion cards, printers,

input/output (I/O) devices, monitors, and so on, integrated into or

connected to the computer should match the electromagnetic environment

classification (Class A or B) of the computer.

To determine which classification applies to your computer, examine the

regulatory labels/markings (see “VCCI Class A ITE Regulatory Mark” and

“VCCI Class B ITE Regulatory Mark”) located on the bottom or back panel

of your computer. Once you have determined your computer’s VCCI

classification, read the appropriate VCCI notice.

This device belongs to Class B devices as described in EN 55022, unless

it is specifically stated that it is a Class A device on the specification

label. The following applies to devices in Class A of EN 55022 (radius of

protection up to 30 meters). The user of the device is obliged to take all

steps necessary to remove sources of interference to telecommunication

or other devices.

Pokud není na typovém štitku počítače uvedeno, že spadá do třídy

A podle EN 55022, spadá automaticky do třídy B podle EN 55022.

Pro zařízení zařazená do třídy A (ochranné pásmo 30m) podle EN

55022 platí následující. Dojde−li k rušení telekomunikačních nebo

jinych zařízení, je uživatel povinen provést taková opatření, aby

rušení odstranil.

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Class A ITE

This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control

Council for Interference (VCCI) for information technology equipment. If

this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may

arise. When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective

actions.

VCCI Class A ITE Regulatory Mark

Class B ITE

This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control

Council for Interference (VCCI) for information technology equipment. If

this equipment is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic

environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment

according to the instruction manual.

VCCI-A

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VCCI Class B ITE Regulatory Mark

MIC Notice (Republic of Korea Only)

To determine which classification (Class A or B) applies to your computer

(or other Dell digital device), examine the Republic of Korean Ministry of

Information and Communications (MIC) registration labels located on

your computer (or other Dell digital device). The MIC label may be located

separately from the other regulatory marking applied to your product. Line

three of the label identifies the emissions class for the product—“(A)” for

Class A products or “(B)” for Class B products.

NOTE: MIC emissions requirements provide for two classifications:

• Class A devices are for business purposes.

• Class B devices are for nonbusiness purposes.

Class A Device

Please note that this device has been approved for business purposes with

regard to electromagnetic interference. If you find that this device is not

suitable for your use, you may exchange it for a nonbusiness-purpose device.

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MIC Class A Regulatory Label

Class B Device

Please note that this device has been approved for nonbusiness purposes

and may be used in any environment, including residential areas.

MIC Class B Regulatory Label

Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice

The equipment should draw power from a socket with an attached

protection circuit (a three-prong socket). All equipment that works together

(computer, monitor, printer, and so on) should have the same power supply

source.

The phasing conductor of the room’s electrical installation should have a

reserve short-circuit protection device in the form of a fuse with a nominal

value no larger than 16 amperes (A).

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To completely switch off the equipment, the power supply cable must be

removed from the power supply socket, which should be located near the

equipment and easily accessible.

A protection mark “B” confirms that the equipment is in compliance with

the protection usage requirements of standards PN-93/T-42107 and

PN-EN 55022.

Wymagania Polskiego Centrum Badań i Certyfikacji

Urządzenie powinno być zasilane z gniazda z przyłączonym obwodem

ochronnym (gniazdo z kołkiem). Współpracujące ze sobą urządzenia

(komputer, monitor, drukarka) powinny być zasilane z tego samego

źródła.

Instalacja elektryczna pomieszczenia powinna zawierać w przewodzie

fazowym rezerwową ochronę przed zwarciami, w postaci bezpiecznika

o wartości znamionowej nie większej ni 16A (amperów).

W celu całkowitego wyłączenia urządzenia z sieci zasilania, naley

wyjąć wtyczkę kabla zasilającego z gniazdka, które powinno

znajdować się w pobliu urządzenia i być łatwo dostępne.

Znak bezpieczeństwa "B" potwierdza zgodność urządzenia z

wymaganiami bezpieczeństwa uytkowania zawartymi w

PN−93/T−42107 i PN−EN 55022:1996.

Jeźeli na tabliczce znamionowej umieszczono informację, źe

urządzenie jest klasy A, to oznacza to, źe urządzenie w środowisku

mieszkalnym moźe powodować zaklócenia radioelektryczne. W takich

przypadkach moźna źądać od jego uźytkownika zastosowania

odpowiednich środków zaradczych.

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Pozostałe instrukcje bezpieczeństwa

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obwodu ochronnego z wtyczki. Jeeli konieczne jest uycie

przedłuacza to naley uyć przedłuacza 3−yłowego z

prawidłowo połączonym przewodem ochronnym.

• System komputerowy naley zabezpieczyć przed nagłymi,

chwilowymi wzrostami lub spadkami napięcia, uywając

eliminatora przepięć, urządzenia dopasowującego lub

bezzakłóceniowego źródła zasilania.

• Naley upewnić się, aby nic nie leało na kablach systemu

komputerowego, oraz aby kable nie były umieszczone w miejscu,

gdzie mona byłoby na nie nadeptywać lub potykać się o nie.

• Nie naley rozlewać napojów ani innych płynów na system

komputerowy.

• Nie naley wpychać adnych przedmiotów do otworów systemu

komputerowego, gdy moe to spowodować poar lub poraenie

prądem, poprzez zwarcie elementów wewnętrznych.

• System komputerowy powinien znajdować się z dala od

grzejników i źródeł ciepła. Ponadto, nie naley blokować otworów

wentylacyjnych. Naley unikać kładzenia luźnych papierów pod

komputer oraz umieszczania komputera w ciasnym miejscu bez

moliwości cyrkulacji powietrza wokół niego.

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NOM Information (Mexico Only)

The following information is provided on the device(s) described in this

document in compliance with the requirements of the official Mexican

standards (NOM):

Exporter: Dell Computer Corporation

One Dell Way

Round Rock, TX 78682

Importer: Dell Computer de México,

S.A. de C.V.

Paseo de la Reforma 2620 - 11° Piso

Col. Lomas Altas

11950 México, D.F.

Ship to: Dell Computer de México,

S.A. de C.V. al Cuidado de Kuehne &

Nagel de México S. de R.I.

Avenida Soles No. 55

Col. Peñon de los Baños

15520 México, D.F.

Supply voltage: 100–240 VAC

Frequency: 50–60 Hz

Current Consumption: 1.5 A

Output voltage: 20 VDC

Output current: 3.5–4.5 A

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Información para NOM (únicamente para México)

La información siguiente se proporciona en el dispositivo o en los

dispositivos descritos en este documento, en cumplimiento con los

requisitos de la Norma Oficial Mexicana (NOM):

Exportador: Dell Computer Corporation

One Dell Way

Round Rock, TX 78682

Importador: Dell Computer de México,

S.A. de C.V.

Paseo de la Reforma 2620 - 11° Piso

Col. Lomas Altas

11950 México, D.F.

Embarcar a: Dell Computer de México,

S.A. de C.V. al Cuidado de Kuehne &

Nagel de México S. de R.I.

Avenida Soles No. 55

Col. Peñon de los Baños

15520 México, D.F.

Voltaje de entrada de

alimentación:

100–240 VAC

Frecuencia: 50–60 Hz

Consumo eléctrico: 1.5 A

Voltaje de salida: 20 VDC

Corriente de salida: 3.5–4.5 A

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BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only)

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CE Mark Notice

This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the European

Union Directive 1999/5/EC.

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Limited Warranties and Return Policy

To determine which warranty you purchased, see the Dell invoice that

accompanied your docking device. The following sections describe these

limited warranties, the manufacturer guarantee for Latin America and the

Caribbean, and the return policy for the U.S.

One-Year Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)

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. Dell warrants that the hardware

products it manufactures will be free from defects in materials and

workmanship. The limited warranty term is one year beginning on the date

of invoice, as further described in the following text.

Damage due to shipping the products to you is covered under this limited

warranty. Otherwise, this limited warranty does not cover damage due to

external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical

power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in accordance with

product instructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance,

and problems caused by use of parts and components not supplied by Dell.

This limited warranty does not cover any items that are in one or more of

the following categories: software; external devices (except as specifically

noted); accessories or parts added to a Dell system after the system is

shipped from Dell; accessories or parts added to a Dell system through

Dell’s system integration department; accessories or parts that are not

installed in the Dell factory; or Dell Software and Peripherals products.

Monitors, keyboards, and mice that are Dell-branded or that are included

on Dell’s standard price list are covered under this limited warranty; all

other monitors, keyboards, and mice (including those sold through the

Dell Software and Peripherals program) are not covered.

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Dell will repair or replace products covered under this limited warranty that

are returned to Dell’s facility. To request warranty service, you must contact

Dell’s Customer Technical Support within the limited warranty period. See

“Getting Help” in your computer’s online User’s Guide to find the

appropriate contact information for obtaining customer assistance. If

warranty service is required, Dell will issue a Return Material Authorization

Number. You must ship the products back to Dell in their original or

equivalent packaging, prepay shipping charges, and insure the shipment or

accept the risk of loss or damage during shipment. Dell will ship the

repaired or replacement products to you (freight prepaid) if you use an

address in the continental U.S., where applicable. Shipments to other

locations will be made freight collect.

NOTE: Before you ship the product(s) to Dell, back up the data on the hard drive(s)

and any other storage device(s) in the product(s). Remove any removable media, such

as floppy disks, CDs, or PC Cards. Dell does not accept liability for lost data or

software.

Dell owns all parts removed from repaired products. Dell uses new and

reconditioned parts made by various manufacturers in performing warranty

repairs and building replacement products. If Dell repairs or replaces a

product, its warranty term is not extended.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS,

AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM

STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION). DELL'S

RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN

HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET

FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT. ALL EXPRESS

AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING

BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF AND

CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE

WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE AND NO WARRANTIES,

WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY AFTER SUCH

PERIOD.

SOME STATES (OR JURISDICTIONS) DO NOT ALLOW

LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO

THE PRECEDING LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

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DELL DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES

SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT OR

LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,

INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY LIABILITY FOR

PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE OR FOR LOST DATA

OR SOFTWARE.

SOME STATES (OR JURISDICTIONS) DO NOT ALLOW THE

EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE PRECEDING EXCLUSION

OR LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

These provisions apply to Dell’s one-year limited warranty only. For

provisions of any service contract covering your system, refer to your invoice

or the separate service contract that you will receive.

If Dell elects to exchange a product or portion of a product, the exchange

will be made in accordance with Dell’s Exchange Policy in effect on the date

of the exchange. In any instance in which Dell issues a Return Material

Authorization Number, Dell must receive the product(s) for repair prior to

the expiration of the warranty period in order for the repair(s) to be covered

by the limited warranty.

Three-Year Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)

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. Dell warrants that the hardware products

it manufactures will be free from defects in materials and workmanship.

The limited warranty term is three years beginning on the date of invoice, as

described in the following text.

Damage due to shipping the products to you is covered under this limited

warranty. Otherwise, this limited warranty does not cover damage due to

external causes, including accident, abuse, misuse, problems with electrical

power, servicing not authorized by Dell, usage not in accordance with

product instructions, failure to perform required preventive maintenance,

and problems caused by use of parts and components not supplied by Dell.

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