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BATTERY CHARGE GAUGE/HEALTH GAUGE — Provides information on the battery charge (see "Checking the
Battery Charge" on page 32).
BATTERY — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an
electrical outlet (see "Using a Battery" on page 31).
BATTERY-BAY LATCH RELEASES — Releases the battery (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 36 for instructions).
DEVICE LOCKING SCREW — If present, locks devices, such as an optical drive, in place.
DOCKING-DEVICE CONNECTOR — Lets you attach your computer to a docking device. See the Dell documentation
that came with your docking device for more information.
MEMORY MODULE COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the second memory module connector
(DIMM B) (see "Memory" on page 122).
AIR VENTS — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the fan air vents, which prevents the
computer from overheating.
1 memory module cover 2 battery charge gauge/health
gauge
3 battery
4 battery-bay latch releases (2) 5 docking-device connector 6 air vents
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