Back to Contents PagePreface: Dell™ Latitude™ LS Portable ComputersUser's GuideAbout This Guide Notational ConventionsWarranty and Return Policy Information Typographical ConventionsOther Documents You May NeedAbout This GuideThis guide is intended for anyone who uses the Dell Latitude LS portable computers. It can beused by both first-time and experienced computer users who want to learn about the features ofthe computer. This guide also provides basic troubleshooting procedures and instructions forusing the Dell Diagnostics to test your computer and its components. The sections aresummarized as follows:"Introduction" — overview of the computer features and available upgradesl"Setup and Operation" — instructions on operating your computerl"Powering Your Computer" — instructions and options on how to power your computerl"Traveling With Your Computer" — suggestions on how to travel safely with yourcomputerl"Drivers" — instructions on how to install driver software on your computerl"Customizing Your Computer" — instructions on accessing the system setup program,power management software, and the Suspend-to-Disk utility, all of which allow you tochange system settings affecting your computer's power conservation featuresl"Replacing the Hard-Disk Drive" — instructions on how to remove and install hard-diskdrivesl"Troubleshooting Your Computer" — initial checks and procedures that can be used tosolve basic computer problems; general guidelines on analyzing software problems andmessagesl"Technical Specifications" — reference material about the details of your computerl"Getting Help" — help tools Dell provides to assist you if you have a problem with thecomputer; information on how and when to call Dell for technical assistance.lPreface: Dell Latitude LS Portable Computers User's Guidefile:///C|/Documents and Settings/Administrator/De...w Web/Documentation/LS/LS User's Guide/preface.htm (1 of 4) [5/31/2000 9:42:04 AM]