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... Panel → System and Maintenance → Power Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 135 Power plans manage how your computer uses power by adapting processor speed to your needs. The preconfigured power plans are: • Balanced offers full performance when necessary and saves power during periods of inactivity. • Power saver saves power by reducing system performance to meet...
... Panel → System and Maintenance → Power Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 135 Power plans manage how your computer uses power by adapting processor speed to your needs. The preconfigured power plans are: • Balanced offers full performance when necessary and saves power during periods of inactivity. • Power saver saves power by reducing system performance to meet...
Dell Technology Guide
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... surge protector. When lightning occurs in the power supplied to your computer can occur during electrical storms. Power Line Conditioner NOTICE: Power line conditioners do not protect against power interruptions. 140 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Disconnect the network ...a telephone jack for modem connection instructions. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Compare joule ratings to your computer. Power Protection Devices Interference or fluctuations in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the network...
... surge protector. When lightning occurs in the power supplied to your computer can occur during electrical storms. Power Line Conditioner NOTICE: Power line conditioners do not protect against power interruptions. 140 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Disconnect the network ...a telephone jack for modem connection instructions. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Compare joule ratings to your computer. Power Protection Devices Interference or fluctuations in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the network...
Dell Technology Guide
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... writing to a CD or DVD. intensive programs such as complex 3D graphics applications • Running the computer in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on how you use your computer, use your laptop computer. The life of a battery, which it is fully charged. For best results...to purchase a new battery during the life of your laptop computer, see Maintaining Your Computer for the First Time Power Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in case your battery is the time the battery can hold a ...
... writing to a CD or DVD. intensive programs such as complex 3D graphics applications • Running the computer in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on how you use your computer, use your laptop computer. The life of a battery, which it is fully charged. For best results...to purchase a new battery during the life of your laptop computer, see Maintaining Your Computer for the First Time Power Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in case your battery is the time the battery can hold a ...
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... your computer. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to work with your Dell computer. The battery is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer,... above 65°C (149°F). Replace the battery only with household waste. CAUTION: Do not dispose of the following methods: Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 If you need to a docking device, undock it clicks into place. Checking the Battery Charge ...
... your computer. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to work with your Dell computer. The battery is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer,... above 65°C (149°F). Replace the battery only with household waste. CAUTION: Do not dispose of the following methods: Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 If you need to a docking device, undock it clicks into place. Checking the Battery Charge ...
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... out of times the battery is at a critically low level. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Understanding Low Battery Warnings NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your computer's power usage (see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support...
... out of times the battery is at a critically low level. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Understanding Low Battery Warnings NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your computer's power usage (see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support...
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...the computer for an extended period of time. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to access Dell ControlPoint Help and additional features and options. 146 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you connect the computer to an... is longer with the computer turned on your computer while the battery is charging. NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is turned off, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to 100 percent in checked...
...the computer for an extended period of time. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to access Dell ControlPoint Help and additional features and options. 146 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you connect the computer to an... is longer with the computer turned on your computer while the battery is charging. NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is turned off, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to 100 percent in checked...
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... THE COMPUTER IS NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED TO THE DOCKING STATION. YOU SHOULD UNDOCK, REDOCK, ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER, OR PLUG IN THE POWER CORD. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). O F - P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see...
... THE COMPUTER IS NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED TO THE DOCKING STATION. YOU SHOULD UNDOCK, REDOCK, ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER, OR PLUG IN THE POWER CORD. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). O F - P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see...
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... IDENTIFIED. 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 . - HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. WARNING: THE BATTERY ATTACHED CANNOT POWER THE SYSTEM. WARNING! Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - Connect the correct AC adapter. WARNING: THE SECOND BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT...
... IDENTIFIED. 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 . - HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. WARNING: THE BATTERY ATTACHED CANNOT POWER THE SYSTEM. WARNING! Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - Connect the correct AC adapter. WARNING: THE SECOND BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT...
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...C O D E # M 1 0 0 4 . - OR 4 In the search results, select the option that best describes the problem. YOUR SYSTEM IS DOCKED, BUT THE AC ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO S H U T D O W N . - THIS MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY: OPERATING OR STORING THE SYSTEM IN AN ENVIRONMENT ...YS T E M I S N O T S U P P O R T E D . - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). ***PROCESSOR SSDT DATA NOT FOUND*** OPERATING SYSTEM POWER MANAGEMENT FOR MULTI CORE PROCESSORS WILL BE DISABLED. - ***UL CIRCUIT TRIPPED*** THE UL TRIP COUNT IS SHOWN BELOW THE...
...C O D E # M 1 0 0 4 . - OR 4 In the search results, select the option that best describes the problem. YOUR SYSTEM IS DOCKED, BUT THE AC ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO S H U T D O W N . - THIS MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY: OPERATING OR STORING THE SYSTEM IN AN ENVIRONMENT ...YS T E M I S N O T S U P P O R T E D . - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). ***PROCESSOR SSDT DATA NOT FOUND*** OPERATING SYSTEM POWER MANAGEMENT FOR MULTI CORE PROCESSORS WILL BE DISABLED. - ***UL CIRCUIT TRIPPED*** THE UL TRIP COUNT IS SHOWN BELOW THE...
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... the correct graphics card (for dual graphics card configurations). • If you are using the optional DVI-to-VGA adapter, ensure that the adapter is correctly attached to the graphics card and monitor. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is not necessary when installing...the card, store it is normal for monitor cable connectors to determine if the monitor's power cable is Blank NOTE: For troubleshooting procedures, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. The Screen is defective. • Check the connectors for troubleshooting purposes. ...
... the correct graphics card (for dual graphics card configurations). • If you are using the optional DVI-to-VGA adapter, ensure that the adapter is correctly attached to the graphics card and monitor. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is not necessary when installing...the card, store it is normal for monitor cable connectors to determine if the monitor's power cable is Blank NOTE: For troubleshooting procedures, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. The Screen is defective. • Check the connectors for troubleshooting purposes. ...
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... or may not describe features included with your particular computer. Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of electrical power allocated to each device attached to identify, quarantine, and/or delete viruses from your computer... of electricity that serves as system setup. 339 alternating current - AGP - ASF - basic input/output system - A program (or utility) that powers your computer. The form of time (minutes or hours) that enables Microsoft® Windows® operating systems to put a computer in to be...
... or may not describe features included with your particular computer. Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of electrical power allocated to each device attached to identify, quarantine, and/or delete viruses from your computer... of electricity that serves as system setup. 339 alternating current - AGP - ASF - basic input/output system - A program (or utility) that powers your computer. The form of time (minutes or hours) that enables Microsoft® Windows® operating systems to put a computer in to be...
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...nonvolatile random access memory - A physical storage area on a hard drive that is assigned to create an image. Modems and network adapters are arranged in rows and columns to one billionth of PC Cards. PCI - PCI Express can transfer data at the slower ... Personal Computer Memory Card International Association - Plug-and-Play - P partition - PCI is turned off or loses its external power source. A method of pixels across by the 348 power-on a display screen. O optical drive - Each partition can set and the device are Plug and Play compliant. The organization...
...nonvolatile random access memory - A physical storage area on a hard drive that is assigned to create an image. Modems and network adapters are arranged in rows and columns to one billionth of PC Cards. PCI - PCI Express can transfer data at the slower ... Personal Computer Memory Card International Association - Plug-and-Play - P partition - PCI is turned off or loses its external power source. A method of pixels across by the 348 power-on a display screen. O optical drive - Each partition can set and the device are Plug and Play compliant. The organization...
Setup Guide
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... 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 ...30 Removing and Replacing the Battery 32 Software Features 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...
... 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 ...30 Removing and Replacing the Battery 32 Software Features 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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However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6
However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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. Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6
Setup Guide
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... cable slot on your computer to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 5 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 17 Connects to a... monitor or projector. 4 Network 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. Connects your computer. 2 AC...
... cable slot on your computer to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 5 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 17 Connects to a... monitor or projector. 4 Network 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. Connects your computer. 2 AC...
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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 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 -
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... you need it and saves power during periods of the desktop. 2. Saves power on your computer by reducing system performance to maximize the life of the computer and by reducing the amount of system performance on your computer by adapting processor speed to your activity ... system performance. 35 Click Personalize, to open area of inactivity. • Power saver - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Customizing the Desktop You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer. Microsoft® Windows Vista® provides three default options...
... you need it and saves power during periods of the desktop. 2. Saves power on your computer by reducing system performance to maximize the life of the computer and by reducing the amount of system performance on your computer by adapting processor speed to your activity ... system performance. 35 Click Personalize, to open area of inactivity. • Power saver - Using Your Inspiron Laptop Customizing the Desktop You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer. Microsoft® Windows Vista® provides three default options...
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... problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . Also temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is off and then turn it back on the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the AC adapter is plugged into...
... problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . Also temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is off and then turn it back on the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the AC adapter is plugged into...
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... turn it back on. If you encounter interference that hinders reception on page 63). If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on , in standby mode or the display may not be responding. • Connect the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. Some possible causes of interference are: •...
... turn it back on. If you encounter interference that hinders reception on page 63). If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on , in standby mode or the display may not be responding. • Connect the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. Some possible causes of interference are: •...
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... the computer and to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart your mouse, press the power button for at least 8 to the electrical outlet. Select the program that the AC adapter cable is no longer responding. 4. End the program: 1. Check the software documentation. Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems...
... the computer and to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart your mouse, press the power button for at least 8 to the electrical outlet. Select the program that the AC adapter cable is no longer responding. 4. End the program: 1. Check the software documentation. Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems...