Dell Latitude 120L Quick Reference GuideNote: Since "Owner's Manual" is already translated as "Quick Reference Guide", there's no need for further translation. The provided titles should already be in the desired format.
Summary
The Dell Latitude 120L Quick Reference Guide for Model PP21L provides setup and hardware orientation for this entry-level business laptop featuring Intel Pentium processors. It covers front, left-side, right-side, and back panel views with port identification, along with bottom-access components. Users can reference this guide for initial system setup and quick orientation to the Latitude 120L hardware layout, originally released in December 2005.
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Dell™ Latitude™ 120L
Quick Reference Guide
Model PP21L
Page Summary Contents For Dell Latitude 120L Quick Reference GuideNote: Since "Owner's Manual" is already translated as "Quick Reference Guide", there's no need for further translation. The provided titles should already be in the desired format.
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Dell™ Latitude™ 120L Quick Reference Guide Model PP21L
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For information on other documentation included with your computer, see "Finding Information" on page 5. Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps ...
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Contents Finding Information Setting Up Your Computer . About Your Computer. Front View Left Side View Right Side View Back View Bottom View Using a Battery Battery Performance . Checking the Battery ...
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Contents
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Finding Information 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...
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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here How to remove and replace parts Dell Latitude™ User’s Guide Specifications Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center How to configure system settings Click St...
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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Software upgrades and troubleshooting hints Dell Support Utility Frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general The Dell Support Utility is an automated upg...
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Setting Up Your Computer CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. Unpack the accessories box. Set aside the con...
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About Your Computer Front View display latch release display latches (2) display keyboard status lights touch pad touch pad buttons (2) speakers (2) device status lights keyboard power button Quick Re...
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Left Side View modem connector network connector video connector USB connectors (3) microphone connector headphone connector Express Card slot Express Card slot release button Right Side View optical ...
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Bottom View memory module/Mini PCI optical-drive locking screw hard drive cover battery battery-bay latch lock battery-bay latch release processor and thermal module fan cover Using a Battery Battery ...
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NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. Depending on how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchas...
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Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your work immediately after a low-battery warning. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet. If the battery runs completel...
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To exit standby mode, press the power button or open the display, depending on how you set the power management options. You cannot make the computer exit standby mode by pressing a key or touching th...
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Charging the Battery NOTE: When the computer is turned off, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to 100 percent in approximately 2 hours. Charge tim...
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To remove the battery: If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation that came with your docking device for instructions. Ensure that the computer is turn...
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The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE AC ADAPTER IRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTR ICAL OUTLET The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to p...
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UP YOUR LES IMMEDIATELY. USE VIRUS -SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE FLOPPY DISKS OR CDS SAVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN LES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE START MENU SCAN THE COM...
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Press and hold the <Fn> key while starting the computer. NOTE: If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from the Drivers and Ut...
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Dell Diagnostics Main Menu After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you want. Option Function Express Test Performs a quick test of devices. T...
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Tab Function Configuration Displays your hardware configuration for the selected device. The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from system setup, memory, and various i...
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Quick Reference Guide
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Index slow performance, stops responding, anti-virus hard drive software, Dell Diagnostics, anti-virus software, hardware Dell Diagnostics, Dell Diagnostics Help and Support Center, 6-7 main menu, sta...
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Index problems software blue screen, notebook system, computer crashes, problems, computer does not start up, spyware, computer stops responding, standby mode, Dell Diagnostics, lockups, support websi...
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Dell™ Latitude™ 120L Guide de référence rapide Modèle PP21L
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Pour accéder au reste de la documentation qui accompagne votre ordinateur, reportez-vous à la section «Recherche d'informations» à la page 29. Remarques, avis et précautions REMARQUE : Une REMARQUE fo...
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Table des matières Recherche d'informations Configuration de votre ordinateur À propos de votre ordinateur Vue frontale Vue du côté gauche. Vue du côté droit Vue arrière Vue de dessous Utilisation d'u...
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Table des matières
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Recherche d'informations REMARQUE : Il se peut que certaines fonctionnalités et certains supports soient en option et ne soient pas livrés avec votre ordinateur. Certaines fonctionnalités ne sont pas ...
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Que recherchez-vous ? Cherchez ici Comment retirer et remplacer des pièces Guide d'utilisation Dell Latitude™ Caractéristiques Centre d'aide et de support de Microsoft Windows XP Comment configurer le...
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Que recherchez-vous ? Cherchez ici Solutions — Conseils et astuces de dépannage, articles Site Web de support de Dell — support.dell.com de techniciens, cours en ligne et questions fréquemment REMARQU...
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Que recherchez-vous ? Cherchez ici Comment utiliser Windows XP Centre d'aide et de support de Windows Comment utiliser des programmes et des fichiers Cliquez sur Start (Démarrer)→ Help and Support (Ai...
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Configuration de votre ordinateur PRÉCAUTION : Avant de commencer toute procédure de cette section, consultez et respectez les consignes de sécurité du Guide d'information sur le produit. Déballez la ...
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À propos de votre ordinateur Vue frontale loquet de fermeture de l'écran loquets de l'écran (2) écran voyants d'état du clavier tablette tactile boutons de la tablette tactile (2) haut-parleurs (2) vo...
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Vue du côté gauche connecteur modem connecteur réseau connecteur vidéo connecteurs USB (3) connecteur microphone connecteur de casque logement de carte bouton d'éjection du logement Express Card de ca...
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Vue de dessous cache du module de vis de verrouillage du lecteur disque dur mémoire/de la carte Mini PCI optique batterie verrou du loquet de la baie de loquet de fermeture de la baie batterie de batt...
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REMARQUE : L'autonomie de la batterie (la période durant laquelle la batterie reste chargée) diminue avec le temps. Selon la fréquence d'utilisation et les conditions de fonctionnement de la batterie,...
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Jauge de Microsoft® Windows® La jauge de Windows indique la charge de batterie restante. Pour consulter la jauge, double-cliquez sur l'icône de la barre des tâches. Si l'ordinateur est branché sur le ...
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Pour passer en mode Veille : Cliquez sur Start (Démarrer)→ Shut Down (Arrêter)→ Stand by (Mettre en veille). ou Selon les options de gestion de l'alimentation configurées dans la fenêtre Power Options...
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Configuration des paramètres de gestion de l'alimentation Vous pouvez utiliser l'Assistant Quickset Power Management Wizard (Gestion de l'alimentation Quick Set) ou la fenêtre Power Options Properties...
Manual Details
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Pages | 96 |
| File Size | 1.38 MB |
| Published | June 28, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find current drivers and system updates for this computer?
Drivers and documentation updates can be found at support.dell.com. If installing drivers, the CD can also be used to reinstall them.
What should I do if my computer starts freezing or running slowly?
Check the Troubleshooting section (page 16), which covers lockups, system slowdowns, and software problems. You can also run Dell Diagnostics.
How is it recommended to store a removed battery?
Refer to the instructions in the manual under 'Storing a Battery' on page 15 for guidelines.
What diagnostic materials or guides should I use when replacing hardware?
Use the specific guide titled 'How to remove and replace parts Dell Latitude™ User’s Guide'.