Dell Technology Guide
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... Using Your Laptop Computer for the First Time 142 Preserving the Life of a Battery 142 Replacing a Battery 143 Checking the Battery Charge 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area...
... Using Your Laptop Computer for the First Time 142 Preserving the Life of a Battery 142 Replacing a Battery 143 Checking the Battery Charge 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area...
Dell Technology Guide
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... your computer to best support your computer • Alarms - select preconfigured settings for low or critical battery power (laptop computers) Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 137 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about configuring power options, see Windows Help and Support: click...mode. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. NOTE: Some PC Cards or Express Cards may take a short time to the arrow icon by the Lock...
... your computer to best support your computer • Alarms - select preconfigured settings for low or critical battery power (laptop computers) Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 137 FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about configuring power options, see Windows Help and Support: click...mode. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. NOTE: Some PC Cards or Express Cards may take a short time to the arrow icon by the Lock...
Dell Technology Guide
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.... • Close the display for a notebook computer. • Press . When the computer exits hibernate, it was in hibernate mode. Your computer enters hibernate if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 139 OR • Depending on the hard drive and then completely turning off computer.
.... • Close the display for a notebook computer. • Press . When the computer exits hibernate, it was in hibernate mode. Your computer enters hibernate if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 139 OR • Depending on the hard drive and then completely turning off computer.
Dell Technology Guide
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...connected devices when AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). UPS devices contain a battery that they continuously charge the battery and continuously run the equipment off battery power. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to your computer. Plug your computer power line ...power line conditioner to compensate peaks and valleys in the power supply and reduce peaks in the power flow to a UPS. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. Power (Power Settings, Power...
...connected devices when AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). UPS devices contain a battery that they continuously charge the battery and continuously run the equipment off battery power. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to your computer. Plug your computer power line ...power line conditioner to compensate peaks and valleys in the power supply and reduce peaks in the power flow to a UPS. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. Power (Power Settings, Power...
Dell Technology Guide
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...electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) For more information on how often the battery is the time the battery can hold a charge, varies depending on the taskbar. The following...Running the computer in case your computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. To view the battery charge status, check the Power Meter icon on how you use your computer, use your laptop computer. You may ...
...electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) For more information on how often the battery is the time the battery can hold a charge, varies depending on the taskbar. The following...Running the computer in case your computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. To view the battery charge status, check the Power Meter icon on how you use your computer, use your laptop computer. You may ...
Dell Technology Guide
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..., disassemble, or expose the battery to avoid possible connector damage. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on the bottom of the computer, and slide the battery out of batteries with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Replace the battery only with household waste. CAUTION: Do not dispose of the bay. 4 Slide the new battery into place. CAUTION: Misuse...
..., disassemble, or expose the battery to avoid possible connector damage. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on the bottom of the computer, and slide the battery out of batteries with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Replace the battery only with household waste. CAUTION: Do not dispose of the bay. 4 Slide the new battery into place. CAUTION: Misuse...
Dell Technology Guide
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... its original charge capacity remains. Charge Left on the Battery To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the number of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. After hundreds of times it is charged. Charge Gauge on the Battery The operating time of a battery depends on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the charge-level lights...
... its original charge capacity remains. Charge Left on the Battery To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the number of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. After hundreds of times it is charged. Charge Gauge on the Battery The operating time of a battery depends on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the charge-level lights...
Dell Technology Guide
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... Windows (see "Setting Power Options" on your laptop computer, do any of time. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using two batteries, the warning applies to optimize your computer's power usage (see "Setting Power Options" on page 135. Understanding Low...
... Windows (see "Setting Power Options" on your laptop computer, do any of time. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using two batteries, the warning applies to optimize your computer's power usage (see "Setting Power Options" on page 135. Understanding Low...
Dell Technology Guide
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... your computer for as long as you use the Battery Charge Disable feature in Dell ControlPoint. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. A Dell notebook 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 approximately 2 hours. US Department...
... your computer for as long as you use the Battery Charge Disable feature in Dell ControlPoint. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. A Dell notebook 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 approximately 2 hours. US Department...
Dell Technology Guide
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... greater applies to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. Connect the correct AC... program and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. TI M E R C H I P C O U N T E R 2 F A I T Y. - THE BATTERY MAY NOT CHARGE. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O C O N T I N U E , F 2 T O R U N T H E S E T U P U T I L I L E D - YOU SHOULD UNDOCK, REDOCK, ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER,...
... greater applies to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. Connect the correct AC... program and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. TI M E R C H I P C O U N T E R 2 F A I T Y. - THE BATTERY MAY NOT CHARGE. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O C O N T I N U E , F 2 T O R U N T H E S E T U P U T I L I L E D - YOU SHOULD UNDOCK, REDOCK, ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER,...
Dell Technology Guide
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... CHARGE THE BATTERY. For computers with two batteries installed, one or more of the batteries may be installed incorrectly, or the batteries or system board may be defective. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE UNABLE TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY. - System board failure may be defective. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell"... board may have occurred. EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT BOOT WITH THIS BATTERY PLUGGED IN. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF...
... CHARGE THE BATTERY. For computers with two batteries installed, one or more of the batteries may be installed incorrectly, or the batteries or system board may be defective. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE UNABLE TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY. - System board failure may be defective. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell"... board may have occurred. EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT BOOT WITH THIS BATTERY PLUGGED IN. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF...
Setup Guide
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer to a network or a ... a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 17 Connects your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 VGA connector - Connects to an AC adapter to the computer.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on your computer to a network or a ... a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 17 Connects your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 VGA connector - Connects to an AC adapter to the computer.
Setup Guide
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The light indicates the following states when powered using an AC adapter or a battery. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power/Battery indicator light - 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
The light indicates the following states when powered using an AC adapter or a battery. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power/Battery indicator light - 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
Setup Guide
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... problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 63). Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to power the computer and charge the battery. If the power light... is solid amber and the computer is not be responding. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on your computer - The computer is in standby mode with low battery, or the display...
... problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 63). Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to power the computer and charge the battery. If the power light... is solid amber and the computer is not be responding. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on your computer - The computer is in standby mode with low battery, or the display...
Setup Guide
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... lbs) (9-cell) 14.8 VDC (4-cell) 11.1 VDC/10.8 VDC (6-cell) 11.1 VDC (9-cell) Battery Charge time at support.dell.com/manuals. 300 discharge/charge cycles 72 For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at room temperature (approximate): Computer off 4 hours Operating time Life span (approximate...
... lbs) (9-cell) 14.8 VDC (4-cell) 11.1 VDC/10.8 VDC (6-cell) 11.1 VDC (9-cell) Battery Charge time at support.dell.com/manuals. 300 discharge/charge cycles 72 For more information, see the Dell Technology Guide on your hard drive or on the Dell Support website at room temperature (approximate): Computer off 4 hours Operating time Life span (approximate...