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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...
... 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...
Dell Technology Guide
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... stops responding, write down your computer. NOTE: Unsaved data associated with a frozen blue screen. You may want to remove and replace the battery for a laptop computer to run Windows are using. HINT: If an error message is a troubleshooting option for at least 8 seconds... → Help • "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on page 143. See "Replacing a Battery" on page 125 • Your system administrator • support.dell.com. Write down with active programs will be lost. Only the basic files and drivers necessary to ensure...
... stops responding, write down your computer. NOTE: Unsaved data associated with a frozen blue screen. You may want to remove and replace the battery for a laptop computer to run Windows are using. HINT: If an error message is a troubleshooting option for at least 8 seconds... → Help • "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on page 143. See "Replacing a Battery" on page 125 • Your system administrator • support.dell.com. Write down with active programs will be lost. Only the basic files and drivers necessary to ensure...
Dell Technology Guide
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...;F). Replacing a Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of batteries with household waste. CAUTION: Do not dispose of fire or explosion. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with extreme care. Your battery will vary depending on disposing batteries. See "Battery Disposal...
...;F). Replacing a Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of batteries with household waste. CAUTION: Do not dispose of fire or explosion. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with extreme care. Your battery will vary depending on disposing batteries. See "Battery Disposal...
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..., less than 80 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. 144 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) If no lights appear, the battery has no lights appear, the battery is charged. EXAMPLE: If the battery has 60 percent of its original charge capacity remains. Microsoft Windows Power Meter...
..., less than 80 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. 144 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) If no lights appear, the battery has no lights appear, the battery is charged. EXAMPLE: If the battery has 60 percent of its original charge capacity remains. Microsoft Windows Power Meter...
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ALERT! Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. Replace the CPU fan (see the Service Manual for your computer or see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for assistance). Possible HDD failure during HDD boot test (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for assistance). PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS AT...three consecutive times for the same error (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for assistance). Replace the battery (see the documentation shipped with your computer or search for the topic on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. Troubleshooting 275 If the computer malfunctions, you ...
ALERT! Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. Replace the CPU fan (see the Service Manual for your computer or see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for assistance). Possible HDD failure during HDD boot test (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for assistance). PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS AT...three consecutive times for the same error (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for assistance). Replace the battery (see the documentation shipped with your computer or search for the topic on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. Troubleshooting 275 If the computer malfunctions, you ...
Dell Technology Guide
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...the System Setup Program" on page 308). T I V E - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308. STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR ... S E M E S S A G E S . - S H U T D O W N F A I D - M E M O R Y S I Z E I N C M O S I N V A L I L U R E - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 287. N O B O O T S E C T O R O N H A R D - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - See "Lockups and Software Problems...
...the System Setup Program" on page 308). T I V E - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308. STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR ... S E M E S S A G E S . - S H U T D O W N F A I D - M E M O R Y S I Z E I N C M O S I N V A L I L U R E - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 287. N O B O O T S E C T O R O N H A R D - Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - See "Lockups and Software Problems...
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...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 T Y. - STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO S H U T D O W N . - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. O F - STRIKE THE F3 KEY (BEFORE THE F1 OR F2 KEY) IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO SEE POWER WARNING MESSAGES AGAIN.... YOU SHOULD UNDOCK, REDOCK, ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER, OR PLUG IN THE POWER CORD. Run the Dell ...
...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 T Y. - STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO S H U T D O W N . - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. O F - STRIKE THE F3 KEY (BEFORE THE F1 OR F2 KEY) IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO SEE POWER WARNING MESSAGES AGAIN.... YOU SHOULD UNDOCK, REDOCK, ATTACH THE POWER ADAPTER, OR PLUG IN THE POWER CORD. Run the Dell ...
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... installed incorrectly, or the battery or system board may be defective. System board failure may be defective. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. IT IS ADVISABLE TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY...
... installed incorrectly, or the battery or system board may be defective. System board failure may be defective. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. IT IS ADVISABLE TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY...
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Replace the battery only with your Service Manual or contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the ...; RECOGNIZES THE DRIVE - See "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on the computer, or if an incorrect time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery (see your computer). R E P L A C E T H E B A T T E R Y - If the drive is not listed, see the instructions...
Replace the battery only with your Service Manual or contact Dell (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. For additional safety best practices information, see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). Drive Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the ...; RECOGNIZES THE DRIVE - See "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on the computer, or if an incorrect time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery (see your computer). R E P L A C E T H E B A T T E R Y - If the drive is not listed, see the instructions...
Setup Guide
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Contents Setting Up Your Studio 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 Microsoft Windows 9 Create System ... Your Studio Laptop 20 Right Side Features 20 Left Side Features 24 Computer Base Features 28 Touch Pad Gestures 30 Multimedia Control Keys 32 Display Features 34 Using the Touch Screen (Optional 36 Using the Optical Drive 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Free Fall Sensor 45 Dell Dock 46 Dell...
Contents Setting Up Your Studio 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 Microsoft Windows 9 Create System ... Your Studio Laptop 20 Right Side Features 20 Left Side Features 24 Computer Base Features 28 Touch Pad Gestures 30 Multimedia Control Keys 32 Display Features 34 Using the Touch Screen (Optional 36 Using the Optical Drive 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Free Fall Sensor 45 Dell Dock 46 Dell...
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... press and eject the SIM card. 12 Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your computer. 2. To install the SIM card: 1. Turn on page 42). 3. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on page 42). 5. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the ...SIM card slot. 4. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your cellular service provider. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM is...
... press and eject the SIM card. 12 Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your computer. 2. To install the SIM card: 1. Turn on page 42). 3. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on page 42). 5. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the ...SIM card slot. 4. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your cellular service provider. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM is...
Setup Guide
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Using Your Studio Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery 1 2 3 1 battery 2 battery bay 3 battery release latch 42
Using Your Studio Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery 1 2 3 1 battery 2 battery bay 3 battery release latch 42
Setup Guide
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... not use a battery purchased from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn it clicks into the battery bay, until it over. 2. Slide the battery away from other computers. To replace the battery: Slide the battery into place. 43 Slide the battery release latch to the side. 3. Using Your Studio Laptop WARNING: Using...
... not use a battery purchased from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn it clicks into the battery bay, until it over. 2. Slide the battery away from other computers. To replace the battery: Slide the battery into place. 43 Slide the battery release latch to the side. 3. Using Your Studio Laptop WARNING: Using...
Setup Guide
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No boot device available - Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or contact Dell (see the Dell Technology Guide available on page 76). CPU fan failure - Using Support Tools Keyboard failure - No bootable partition on ...drive read failure - To replace the keyboard, see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Possible hard drive failure during POST. Replace the CPU fan (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. Possible hard drive ...
No boot device available - Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or contact Dell (see the Dell Technology Guide available on page 76). CPU fan failure - Using Support Tools Keyboard failure - No bootable partition on ...drive read failure - To replace the keyboard, see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Possible hard drive failure during POST. Replace the CPU fan (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). Contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. Possible hard drive ...