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...the battery is the time the battery can hold a charge, varies depending on how you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on the taskbar. To view the battery charge status, check the Power... Power Meter icon The first time you use your computer, use your laptop computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to adjust optimize your computer performance). intensive programs such as...
...the battery is the time the battery can hold a charge, varies depending on how you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on the taskbar. To view the battery charge status, check the Power... Power Meter icon The first time you use your computer, use your laptop computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to adjust optimize your computer performance). intensive programs such as...
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...cables from other computers with your laptop computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on the bottom of the computer, and slide the... the battery in the safety information that the computer is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from Dell. CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with a compatible battery purchased from the wall connector and...
...cables from other computers with your laptop computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on the bottom of the computer, and slide the... the battery in the safety information that the computer is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from Dell. CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with a compatible battery purchased from the wall connector and...
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... or → Help and Support. You can change the settings for long periods of times the battery is at a critically low level. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. If you are using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your laptop computer, do any of...
... or → Help and Support. You can change the settings for long periods of times the battery is at a critically low level. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. If you are using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your laptop computer, do any of...
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... Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions As of time. HINT: To disable battery charging, you use the Battery Charge Disable feature in Dell ControlPoint. Click the icon to continue charging the battery. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the electrical outlet and allow the...a hot environment, the battery may not be packed in a checked bag if the battery is installed in a Dell notebook and the notebook is turned off, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to start charging if the light flashes alternately...
... Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions As of time. HINT: To disable battery charging, you use the Battery Charge Disable feature in Dell ControlPoint. Click the icon to continue charging the battery. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from the electrical outlet and allow the...a hot environment, the battery may not be packed in a checked bag if the battery is installed in a Dell notebook and the notebook is turned off, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to start charging if the light flashes alternately...
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... program and correct the date or time (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. Connect a 130-W or greater AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THE AC POWER ADAPTER WATTAGE AND TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. THE BATTERY MAY NOT...
... program and correct the date or time (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. Connect a 130-W or greater AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THE AC POWER ADAPTER WATTAGE AND TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. THE BATTERY MAY NOT...
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... SHIPPED. THIS WILL INCREASE THE TIME TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. - THIS SYSTEM WILL BE U N A B L E T O C H A R G E B A T T E R I E S U N T I L T H I S B A T T E R Y I S R E M O V E D . - WARNING: THE SECOND BATTERY ...
... SHIPPED. THIS WILL INCREASE THE TIME TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. - THIS SYSTEM WILL BE U N A B L E T O C H A R G E B A T T E R I E S U N T I L T H I S B A T T E R Y I S R E M O V E D . - WARNING: THE SECOND BATTERY ...
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...O R C O D E # M 1 0 0 4 . - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). ***PROCESSOR MICROCODE UPDATE FAILURE*** THE REVISION OF PROCESSOR IN T H E S YS T E M I S N O T S U P P O R T E D . - The AC adapter may be installed incorrectly, or the AC adapter or docking station may be defective. THIS MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY: OPERATING OR... the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 280 Troubleshooting EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. YOUR SYSTEM IS DOCKED, BUT THE AC ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO S H U T D O W ...
...O R C O D E # M 1 0 0 4 . - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). ***PROCESSOR MICROCODE UPDATE FAILURE*** THE REVISION OF PROCESSOR IN T H E S YS T E M I S N O T S U P P O R T E D . - The AC adapter may be installed incorrectly, or the AC adapter or docking station may be defective. THIS MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY: OPERATING OR... the problem and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 280 Troubleshooting EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. YOUR SYSTEM IS DOCKED, BUT THE AC ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO S H U T D O W ...
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... Terms in to control display brightness. advanced configuration and power interface - alert standards format - antivirus software - ACPI - basic input/output system - A AC - A power management specification that powers your particular computer. accelerated graphics port - AHCI - ambient light sensor - A standard to define a mechanism for ...understand what effect these settings have on the computer, do not change them. Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in this Glossary are provided for reporting hardware and software alerts to the computer.
... Terms in to control display brightness. advanced configuration and power interface - alert standards format - antivirus software - ACPI - basic input/output system - A AC - A power management specification that powers your particular computer. accelerated graphics port - AHCI - ambient light sensor - A standard to define a mechanism for ...understand what effect these settings have on the computer, do not change them. Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in this Glossary are provided for reporting hardware and software alerts to the computer.
Setup Guide
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...; Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Windows Vista 9 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 12 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 14 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front Side Features 18 Computer... 34 Solving Problems 37 Beep Codes 38 Network Problems 39 Power Problems 40 Memory Problems 42 Lockups and Software Problems 43 Using Support Tools 45 Dell Support Center 45 System Messages 46 Hardware Troubleshooter 47...
...; Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Windows Vista 9 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 12 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 14 Right Side Features 14 Left Side Features 16 Front Side Features 18 Computer... 34 Solving Problems 37 Beep Codes 38 Network Problems 39 Power Problems 40 Memory Problems 42 Lockups and Software Problems 43 Using Support Tools 45 Dell Support Center 45 System Messages 46 Hardware Troubleshooter 47...
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Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6
Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6
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..., keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 17 Connects to an AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 4 Network connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 VGA connector - NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 5 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Connects your computer to a network or a broadband...
..., keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 17 Connects to an AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 4 Network connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 VGA connector - NOTE: Before you are using a wired network. 5 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Connects your computer to a network or a broadband...
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AC Adapter Indicator light status Computer state(s) Solid white on off/hibernate Breathing white off standby off/hibernate Battery charge level n/a 90% Battery Solid white on >10% Breathing white standby >10% Solid amber on/standby Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power/Battery indicator light - The light indicates the following states when powered using an AC adapter or a battery.
AC Adapter Indicator light status Computer state(s) Solid white on off/hibernate Breathing white off standby off/hibernate Battery charge level n/a 90% Battery Solid white on >10% Breathing white standby >10% Solid amber on/standby Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power/Battery indicator light - The light indicates the following states when powered using an AC adapter or a battery.
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... should only use batteries from Dell. To replace the battery: Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. 3. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery out.... WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. Slide the battery release latch to the unlock position until it clicks into place. 32 Using Your Inspiron...
... should only use batteries from Dell. To replace the battery: Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. 3. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery out.... WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. Slide the battery release latch to the unlock position until it clicks into place. 32 Using Your Inspiron...
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...hibernate mode. • If the display is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the power strip is on . The computer resumes normal operation if it back on page 63). 40... If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . Also temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to...
...hibernate mode. • If the display is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the power strip is on . The computer resumes normal operation if it back on page 63). 40... If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . Also temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to...
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... computer is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals. An unwanted signal is not responding - If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the touch pad to the same electrical outlet. 41 Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and... button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. The computer is not be responding. • Connect the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. If you encounter interference that hinders reception on page 63). The computer is not responding...
... computer is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals. An unwanted signal is not responding - If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the touch pad to the same electrical outlet. 41 Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and... button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. The computer is not be responding. • Connect the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. If you encounter interference that hinders reception on page 63). The computer is not responding...
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... an operating system shutdown. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on the CD. End the program: 1. Select the program that the AC adapter cable is no longer responding. 4. Click End Task.
... an operating system shutdown. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on the CD. End the program: 1. Select the program that the AC adapter cable is no longer responding. 4. Click End Task.
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...35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) Coin-cell battery CR-2032 AC Adapter Types 65 W, 90 W Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum): 65 W 1.6 A 90 W 1.5 A Input frequency Output power 50-60 Hz ...65 W or 90 W Specifications AC Adapter Output current: 65 W 3.34 A (continuous) 90 W 4.62 A (continuous) Rated output voltage Dimensions: 19.5 ± 1 VDC 65 W: Height 29 mm (1.14...
...35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) Coin-cell battery CR-2032 AC Adapter Types 65 W, 90 W Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum): 65 W 1.6 A 90 W 1.5 A Input frequency Output power 50-60 Hz ...65 W or 90 W Specifications AC Adapter Output current: 65 W 3.34 A (continuous) 90 W 4.62 A (continuous) Rated output voltage Dimensions: 19.5 ± 1 VDC 65 W: Height 29 mm (1.14...
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Specifications AC Adapter Width 70 mm (2.8 inches) Length 147 mm (5.8 inches) Weight (with cables) 0.345 kg (0.76 lbs) Temperature range Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to ...
Specifications AC Adapter Width 70 mm (2.8 inches) Length 147 mm (5.8 inches) Weight (with cables) 0.345 kg (0.76 lbs) Temperature range Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to ...
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Index A AC adapter size and weight 73 airflow, allowing 5 B backups creating 36 C calling Dell 61 CDs, playing and creating 34 chipset 68 computer capabilities 34 computer, setting up 5 conserving energy 35 Contacting Dell online 63 customer service 57 customizing your desktop 34 your energy settings 35 D damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 36 DellConnect 57 Dell Diagnostics 47 Dell Factory Image Restore 53 Dell Support Center 45 Dell Support website 65 Dell Technology Guide for further information 64 77 INSPIRON
Index A AC adapter size and weight 73 airflow, allowing 5 B backups creating 36 C calling Dell 61 CDs, playing and creating 34 chipset 68 computer capabilities 34 computer, setting up 5 conserving energy 35 Contacting Dell online 63 customer service 57 customizing your desktop 34 your energy settings 35 D damage, avoiding 5 data, backing up 36 DellConnect 57 Dell Diagnostics 47 Dell Factory Image Restore 53 Dell Support Center 45 Dell Support website 65 Dell Technology Guide for further information 64 77 INSPIRON
Service Manual
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..., select Save changes and reboot, and press to start over again, click Start Over on the screen. Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 17 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive If a BIOS-update program CD is installed properly... want to save the file on your desktop and is plugged in the Select Your Product Family list. 6. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the AC adapter is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 13. Follow the procedures that appear on your desktop. The computer...
..., select Save changes and reboot, and press to start over again, click Start Over on the screen. Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Dell™ Inspiron™ 17 Service Manual Flashing the BIOS From a CD Flashing the BIOS From the Hard Drive If a BIOS-update program CD is installed properly... want to save the file on your desktop and is plugged in the Select Your Product Family list. 6. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the AC adapter is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 13. Follow the procedures that appear on your desktop. The computer...