Dell 8500 Laptop User Manual


 
A Tour of Your Computer 31
Bottom View
HARD DRIVE Stores software and data.
M
INI PCI CARD AND MODEM Covers the compartment that contains the
optional modem and optional Mini PCI card. See page 128.
BATTERY-BAY LATCH RELEASE Releases the battery. See page 47.
BATTERY When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without
connecting the computer to an electrical outlet. See page 47.
BATTERY CHARGE GAUGE Provides information on the battery charge. See
page 46.
MEMORY MODULE COVER Covers the compartment that contains the
memory modules. See page 124.
DOCKING DEVICE SLOT Lets you attach your computer to a docking device.
See the documentation that came with your docking device for additional
information.
FAN The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents,
which prevents the computer from overheating.
hard drive
docking device slot
Mini PCI
card/modem
cover
battery
battery-bay latch release battery charge gauge
memory module cover
fan