Dell Latitude C400
12.1" Subnotebook, released in late 2001. This laptop is a strange mix of C-Series features (Charger, PIII, BIOS, purple trackpoint) and D-Series features (design), making it rather unique.
Specifications
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Pentium III-M "Tualatin" @866MHz, 1.0GHz, 1.2GHz, or 1.33GHz - Soldered |
| Chipset | Intel Mobile 830M |
| RAM | 2x PC133 SDRAM Slots - 1GB Maximum |
| Hard Disk | 2.5" IDE - Uses proprietary connector - 10, 20, or 30GB Standard |
| Display Options | 12.1" TFT LCD @1024x768 |
| GPU Options | Intel 830M UMA Integrated Graphics - Up to 48MB shared VRAM |
| Audio | Crystal CS4205 |
| Main Battery | Lithium Ion (4 or 6 cell) |
| CMOS Battery | VARTA 3-cell NiMH |
| Power Supply | Latitude C-Series 3-pin - Dell PA-2, PA-6, or PA-9 |
| Disk Drives | None, supports connecting C-Series drives externally via cable |
| PC Cards | 1x PCMCIA/CardBus Slot |
| Networking | - 56k Modem - Ethernet - WiFi (Optional) |
| Other I/O | - 1x Serial - 1x VGA Out - 1x USB 1.x - 1x Dock Connector - 1x External Drive connector - 1x Line Out - 1x Mic In - Infrared |
| BIOS | Dell BIOS (Phoenix-based) |
| Pointing Device | Trackpad and TrackPoint |
Resources
 Drivers |
 Service Manual |
|---|
Common Faults & Maintenance
CMOS Battery Leaks
The Varta NiMH CMOS battery in the C400 is highly prone to leaking and should be removed from every single C400 if original. The battery is on the right side of the computer, next to the heatsink. As it is placed directly next to the motherboard, even a small leak will be catastrophic.
Gallery
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Page last updated (MM/DD/YYYY): 08/01/2024
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