Dell Latitude E6540 Owner's manual
Dell Latitude E6540
Setup and Features Information
About Warnings
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury,
or death.
Front and Back View
Figure 1. Front View
1. microphone
2. display release latch
3. camera
4. camera status light
Regulatory Model: P29F
Regulatory Type: P29F001
2013 - 04
5. microphone
6. display latch
7. display
8. hard-drive activity light
9. battery status light
10. wireless status light
11. power button
12. USB 3.0 connectors (2)
13. audio/microphone connector
14. optical drive
15. optical drive release latch
16. optical drive eject button
17. wireless switch
18. express-card reader
19. fingerprint reader
20. Secure Digital (SD) memory-card
reader
21. contactless smart-card reader
22. touchpad buttons (2)
23. touchpad
24. trackstick buttons (2)
25. trackstick
26. keyboard
27. mute button
28. volume down button
29. volume up button
Figure 2. Back View
1. power status light
2. hard-drive activity light
3. battery status light
4. modem connector
5. USB 3.0 connector with
PowerShare
6. network connector
7. VGA connector
8. power connector
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9. security cable slot
10. HDMI connector
11. USB 3.0 connector
12. cooling vents
13. hard drive
14. smart card slot
WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air
vents. Do not store your Dell computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a
closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the
computer or cause a fire. The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets
hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the
computer.
Base View
Figure 3. Base View
1. battery release latch (left)
2. battery bay
3. docking station connector
4. SIM card slot
5. battery release latch (right)
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Quick Setup
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety
information that shipped with your computer. For additional best practices
information, see www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance
WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However,
power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible
cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may
cause fire or equipment damage.
CAUTION: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp
the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the
cable. When you wrap the AC adapter cable, ensure that you follow the angle of the
connector on the AC adapter to avoid damaging the cable.
NOTE: Some devices may not be included if you did not order them.
1. Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the computer and to the
electrical outlet.
Figure 4. AC Adapter
2. Connect the network cable (optional).
Figure 5. Network Connector
3. Connect USB devices, such as a mouse or keyboard (optional).
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Figure 6. USB Connector
4. Open the computer display and press the power button to turn on the computer.
Figure 7. Power Button
NOTE: It is recommended that you turn on and shut down your computer at least
once before you install any cards or connect the computer to a docking device or
other external device, such as a printer.
Specifications
NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. The following specifications are only those
required by law to ship with your computer. For more information regarding the
configuration of your computer, click Start → Help and Support and select the
option to view information about your computer.
Power
AC Adapter 65 W, 90 W and 130 W
Input Voltage 100 VAC to 240 VAC
Coin-cell battery 3 V CR2032 lithium coin cell
Physical
Height 33.40 mm (1.31 inches)
Width 379.00 mm (14.92 inches)
Depth 250.50 mm (9.86 inches)
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Physical
Weight (with 4–cell battery) 2.36 kg (5.21 lb)
Environmental
Operating Temperature 0 °C to 35 °C (32 °F to 95 °F)
Information para NOM (únicamente para México)
The following information is provided on the device described in this document in
compliance with the requirements of the official Mexican standards (NOM).
Voltaje de alimentación 100 V AC – 240 V AC
Frecuencia 50 Hz – 60 Hz
Consumo eléctrico 1,5 A/1,6 A/1,7 A/2,5 A
Voltaje de salida 19,50 V de CC
Intensidad de salida 3,34 A/4,62 A/6,7A
Finding More Information and Resources
See the safety and regulatory documents that shipped with your computer and the
regulatory compliance website at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance for more
information on:
• Safety best practices
• Regulatory certification
• Ergonomics
See www.dell.com for additional information on:
• Warranty
• Terms and Conditions (U.S. only)
• End User License Agreement
Additional information on your product is available at www.dell.com/support/manuals
©2013 Dell Inc.
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licensed for use on discs and players. The Bluetooth®word mark is a registered trademark and
owned by the Bluetooth®SIG, Inc. and any use of such mark by Dell Inc. is under license. Wi-Fi®is
a registered trademark of Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance, Inc.
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