Dell® Latitude® LT System User's Guide

Dell® Latitude® LT System
User’s Guide

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Notice
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of Dell Computer Corporation.
Dell Computer Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions
contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing,
performance, or use of this material.
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data. Data may be lost or altered in virtually any electronic memory product under certain
circumstances. Therefore, Dell assumes no responsibility for data lost or otherwise rendered
unusable whether as a result of improper use, repairs, defects, battery replacement, use after
the specified battery life has expired, or any other causes.
Dell Computer Corporation assumes no responsibility directly or indirectly, for financial
losses or claims from third persons resulting from the use of this product and any of its
functions, such as stolen credit card numbers, the loss of or alteration of stored data, etc.

Edition
1st Edition, November 1998.

Copyright
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 1998 Dell Computer Corporation. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is
strictly forbidden.

Trademarks
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registered trademark of UNIX System Laboratories, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Novell, Inc.;
ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Other trademarks
and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and
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Notice for Users in the USA
FCC Statement
WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications
to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
Note: 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 instructions, may
cause harmful interference to 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, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and 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/TV technician for help.


A shielded I/F cable and included cables with ferrite cores are required to ensure
compliance with FCC regulations for Class B computing equipment.


As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Dell Computer Corporation has determined
that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.


Declaration of Conformity

Dell Latitude LT, PTP Series

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.


Responsible Party: Dell Computer Corporation

One Dell Way

Round Rock, Texas

512-338-4400
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About the Modem


This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC Rules. On the bottom of this
equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration
number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested,
this information must be provided to the telephone company.


The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub-part F of Part 68 of FCC
Rules.


The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to
the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices
not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all, areas the sum of
the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that
may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the
telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling areas.


If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may
be required. But if advance notice isn't practical, the telephone company will notify
the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a
complaint with the FCC if you believe it necessary.


The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations,
or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the
telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the
necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.


If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact Dell Computer
Corporation for repair and warranty information. If the trouble is causing harm to
the telephone network, the telephone company may request you remove the
equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.


The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone
company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the
state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation
commission for information.)

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The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person
to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any
message unless such message clearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of
each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it
is sent and an identification of the business, or other entity, or other individual
sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such
business, other entity or individual. (The telephone number provided may not be a
900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance
transmission charges.) To program this information, refer to the manual of the
communication software.


CAUTION: Disconnect telephone lines before accessing the modem card.


Copyright

It is the intent of Dell Computer Corporation that this product be used in full
compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission
be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.

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Notice for Users in Canada



About the Modem


The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means
that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective,
operational and safety requirements. The department does not guarantee the
equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction.


Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be
connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.


The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In
some cases, the company's inside wiring associated with a single-line individual
service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly (telephone
extension cord). The customer should be aware that compliance with the above
conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.


Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian
maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by
the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the
equipment.


Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections
of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if
present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in
rural areas.


CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but
should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as
appropriate.


The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device denotes
the percentage of the total load to be connected to a telephone loop which is used by
the device. To prevent overloading, the termination on a loop may consist of any
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combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the total Ringer
Equivalence Number of all the devices does not exceed 5.


CAUTION: Disconnect telephone lines before accessing the modem card.


ATTENTION: Debrancher les lignes telephoniques avant d’enlever ce couvricle.


Notice for Users in the UK


IMPORTANT


The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

BLUE:
Neutral

BROWN:
Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug
proceed as follows.

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which
is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

This apparatus must be protected by a 3A fuse in the mains plug or distribution
board.



Copyright

Recording and playback of any material may require consent, which Dell Computer
Corporation is unable to give. Please refer particularly to the provisions of the
Copyright Act 1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers Protection Act 1958,
the Performers Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory
enactments and orders.

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Notice for Users in Europe


This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC
and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.


Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG
und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung 93/68/EWG.


Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE
et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la directive 93/68/CEE.


Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en
73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/EEG.


Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC
med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC.


Quest' apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e
73/23/EEC, come emendata dalla direttiva 93/68/EEC.


Η εγκατασταση αυτη ανταποκρινεται στιζ απαιτησειζ των οδηγιων τηζ
Ευρωπαïκηζ Ενωσηζ 89/336/EOK κατ 73/23/EOK, óπωζ οι κανονισµοι αυτοι
συµπληρωθηκαν απó την οδηγια 93/68/EOK.


Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e
73/23/CEE, na sua versão corrigida pela directiva 93/68/CEE.


Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y
73/23/CEE, modificadas por medio de la 93/68/CEE.


Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och
73/23/EEC så som komplette ras av 93/68/EEC.


Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i direktivene 89/336/EEC og
73/23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC.


Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita
on muutettu direktiivillä 93/68/EEC.
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CE Notice
Marking by the symbol
indicates compliance of this Dell system to the EMC
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) directive and the LVD (Low Voltage Directive) of
the European Union. Such marking is indicative that this Dell system meets or
exceeds the following technical standards:
• EN 55022 — “Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference
Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.”
• EN 50082-1:1992 — “Electromagnetic compatibility—Generic immunity
standard Part 1: Residential, commercial, and light industry.”
• EN 60950: — “Safety of Information Technology Equipment.”
NOTE:
EN 55022 emissions requirements provide for two classifications:
Class A for typical commercial areas.
Class B for typical domestic areas.
This Dell computer system/product is classified for use in a typical Class B
domestic environment. A “Declaration of Conformity” in accordance with the
preceding standards has been made and is on file at Dell Products Europe BV,
Limerick, Ireland.
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CAUTION:


To prevent electrical shock, disconnect the AC cord and the battery before
servicing.


CAUTION:

FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAIN
PLUG AND THE BATTERY.


VORSICHT:

UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN
NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN UND DIE BATTERIE ÈNTFERNEN.


ATTENTION:

POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DU SYSTEME, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE
COURANT SECTEUR ET LA BATTERIE.


VARNING:

FÖR TOTAL ELEKTRISK URKOPPLING, KOPPLA UR KONTAKTEN OCH
TA UR BATTERIET.


PRECAUCION:

PARA UNA COMPLETA DESCONEXION ELECTRICA DESENCHUFE LA
CLAVIJA DE LA RED Y LA BATERIA.
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