Setup Guide
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... and time-saving shortcuts for wireless communication and keyboard input options. 1 2345 1 Power light - Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. 12 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1525/1526 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at the front left of data, never turn on the computer, and blinks...
... and time-saving shortcuts for wireless communication and keyboard input options. 1 2345 1 Power light - Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. 12 INSPIRON Using Your Inspiron Laptop Your Inspiron 1525/1526 has several indicators, buttons, and features that provide information at the front left of data, never turn on the computer, and blinks...
Setup Guide
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features 9 78 56 4 1 23 16 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you are using a cabled network signal, this connects your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - ... to the AC adapter to a USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 4 VGA connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery when the computer is not in use. 3 USB connectors (2)- Connects to the computer. Used to attach a commercially available antitheft device to a monitor or...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left Side Features 9 78 56 4 1 23 16 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: Before you are using a cabled network signal, this connects your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - ... to the AC adapter to a USB device, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 4 VGA connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery when the computer is not in use. 3 USB connectors (2)- Connects to the computer. Used to attach a commercially available antitheft device to a monitor or...
Setup Guide
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See Dell Technology Guide for more information. 300 discharge/charge cycles Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage Coin-cell battery -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) CR-2032 61 Battery Type Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time at room temperature (approximate): Computer off 6-cell...
See Dell Technology Guide for more information. 300 discharge/charge cycles Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage Coin-cell battery -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) CR-2032 61 Battery Type Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time at room temperature (approximate): Computer off 6-cell...
Owner's Manual
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... Numeric Keypad 39 Key Combinations 40 System Functions 40 Display Functions 40 Battery 40 Power Management 40 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions . . . . 41 Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations 41 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 41 Touch Pad 42 Customizing the Touch Pad 43 5 Using a Battery 45 Battery Performance 45 Checking the...
... Numeric Keypad 39 Key Combinations 40 System Functions 40 Display Functions 40 Battery 40 Power Management 40 Microsoft® Windows® Logo Key Functions . . . . 41 Dell™ QuickSet Key Combinations 41 Adjusting Keyboard Settings 41 Touch Pad 42 Customizing the Touch Pad 43 5 Using a Battery 45 Battery Performance 45 Checking the...
Owner's Manual
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... Power 47 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 48 Using the Sleep Power State 48 Charging the Battery 49 Replacing the Battery 49 Storing a Battery 50 6 Using Multimedia 51 Playing Media 51 Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote (Optional 53 Copying CD, DVD, and Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) Media 54 ...CD, DVD or BD 55 Using Blank CD, DVD, and BD Media 55 Helpful Tips 56 Adjusting the Volume 57 Adjusting the Picture 58 Using Dell MediaDirect 58 Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device 59 S-Video and Standard Audio 61 S-Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio 62 Composite ...
... Power 47 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 48 Using the Sleep Power State 48 Charging the Battery 49 Replacing the Battery 49 Storing a Battery 50 6 Using Multimedia 51 Playing Media 51 Playing Media Using Dell Travel Remote (Optional 53 Copying CD, DVD, and Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) Media 54 ...CD, DVD or BD 55 Using Blank CD, DVD, and BD Media 55 Helpful Tips 56 Adjusting the Volume 57 Adjusting the Picture 58 Using Dell MediaDirect 58 Connecting Your Computer to a TV or Audio Device 59 S-Video and Standard Audio 61 S-Video and S/PDIF Digital Audio 62 Composite ...
Owner's Manual
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... indicate the following: Power light - To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. Turns on page 27). 22 About Your Computer DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS The lights located on the computer, and blinks when the computer is in...
... indicate the following: Power light - To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "wireless switch" on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status. Turns on page 27). 22 About Your Computer DEVICE STATUS LIGHTS The lights located on the computer, and blinks when the computer is in...
Owner's Manual
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... on page 62). light operates as follows: If the computer is charging. - Solid orange: The battery charge is an optional feature. Press the Dell MediaDirect button to an electrical outlet, the - Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is almost fully charged. - D E L L M E D I A D I R E C T ™ B U T T O N - Bluetooth® status light - NOTE: The card with your computer...
... on page 62). light operates as follows: If the computer is charging. - Solid orange: The battery charge is an optional feature. Press the Dell MediaDirect button to an electrical outlet, the - Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is almost fully charged. - D E L L M E D I A D I R E C T ™ B U T T O N - Bluetooth® status light - NOTE: The card with your computer...
Owner's Manual
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... or file damage. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. The battery charges while AC power is interrupted. UPS devices contain a battery that the device is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 36 Setting Up Your Computer Line Conditioners...
... or file damage. See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. The battery charges while AC power is interrupted. UPS devices contain a battery that the device is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 36 Setting Up Your Computer Line Conditioners...
Owner's Manual
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... time the battery can use to purchase a new battery during the life of your Dell™ portable computer with the main battery installed at all times. One battery is fully charged. For best results, operate the computer with your new computer to an electrical outlet ...is used and the conditions under which you can hold a charge) decreases over the battery icon in the Windows notification area. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is significantly reduced when you perform operations ...
... time the battery can use to purchase a new battery during the life of your Dell™ portable computer with the main battery installed at all times. One battery is fully charged. For best results, operate the computer with your new computer to an electrical outlet ...is used and the conditions under which you can hold a charge) decreases over the battery icon in the Windows notification area. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties or Dell QuickSet, which it is significantly reduced when you perform operations ...
Owner's Manual
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...149°F). Damaged batteries may increase the risk of a lithium-ion battery (see "Battery Disposal" in your Dell computer. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on disposing of fire or explosion. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of the following ... Battery Meter To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter: • Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the taskbar, and then click Battery Meter or • Press The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for advice on your computer....
...149°F). Damaged batteries may increase the risk of a lithium-ion battery (see "Battery Disposal" in your Dell computer. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on disposing of fire or explosion. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of the following ... Battery Meter To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter: • Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the taskbar, and then click Battery Meter or • Press The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for advice on your computer....
Owner's Manual
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...in the notification area, and then click Help. The computer enters Sleep state when the battery charge is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window (see "Using the Sleep Power State" on page 48... computer's power usage (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 48). • Use the Sleep power state when you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. For information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in the notification area. A pop-up window warns you...
...in the notification area, and then click Help. The computer enters Sleep state when the battery charge is used and recharged. • Configure the power management settings using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window (see "Using the Sleep Power State" on page 48... computer's power usage (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 48). • Use the Sleep power state when you when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. For information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in the notification area. A pop-up window warns you...
Owner's Manual
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... the battery with your computer or being used in your Dell computer. The battery is connected to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. Using a Battery 49 Charging the Battery NOTE: Charge time is longer with the computer turned on page 118.... The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from Dell. Do not use batteries from other external ...
... the battery with your computer or being used in your Dell computer. The battery is connected to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. Using a Battery 49 Charging the Battery NOTE: Charge time is longer with the computer turned on page 118.... The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from Dell. Do not use batteries from other external ...
Owner's Manual
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... a Battery Remove the battery when you use it is engaged. 4 Slide the battery out of time. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on page 49) before you store your computer for an extended period of the bay. 1 2 1 battery 2 battery release latch To replace the battery...
... a Battery Remove the battery when you use it is engaged. 4 Slide the battery out of time. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on page 49) before you store your computer for an extended period of the bay. 1 2 1 battery 2 battery release latch To replace the battery...
Owner's Manual
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... down the computer. 110 Troubleshooting Run the Windows error-checking utility to charge the battery. If a large number of charge. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 160). U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I B L E . WA R N I N G : B A T T E R Y I S C R I T I S N O T R E A D Y - System configuration settings are defective, back up...
... down the computer. 110 Troubleshooting Run the Windows error-checking utility to charge the battery. If a large number of charge. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 160). U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I B L E . WA R N I N G : B A T T E R Y I S C R I T I S N O T R E A D Y - System configuration settings are defective, back up...
Owner's Manual
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...;F), the computer will not start. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. Connect the computer to room temperature. Contact Dell (see "Using the Sleep Power State" on the computer. NOTE: For information on Sleep power state..., see "Contacting Dell" on . 118 Troubleshooting When the power light is too hot to charge. C HARGE THE BATTERY - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G H T - If the battery status...
...;F), the computer will not start. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. Connect the computer to room temperature. Contact Dell (see "Using the Sleep Power State" on the computer. NOTE: For information on Sleep power state..., see "Contacting Dell" on . 118 Troubleshooting When the power light is too hot to charge. C HARGE THE BATTERY - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G H T - If the battery status...
Owner's Manual
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... BATTERY - To test the mouse controller (which affects pointer movement) and the operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 125. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 95. TEST THE M O U S E C O N T R O L L E R - CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - Verify that requires a higher resolution than your... NOTE: If you attach an external monitor to power your computer. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using a battery to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted.
... BATTERY - To test the mouse controller (which affects pointer movement) and the operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 125. See "Reinstalling Drivers and Utilities" on page 95. TEST THE M O U S E C O N T R O L L E R - CHECK THE MOUSE CABLE - Verify that requires a higher resolution than your... NOTE: If you attach an external monitor to power your computer. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using a battery to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted.
Owner's Manual
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...such as your name, address, and phone number in this file. • Contact your Service Tag and store it in a safe place. • Fully charge the main battery and any external devices attached to the computer and store them in a safe place away from the computer or carrying case. NOTICE... Computer • Remove any spare batteries that you plan to carry with you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on . Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer • Attach a name tag or business card to the computer. • Write...
...such as your name, address, and phone number in this file. • Contact your Service Tag and store it in a safe place. • Fully charge the main battery and any external devices attached to the computer and store them in a safe place away from the computer or carrying case. NOTICE... Computer • Remove any spare batteries that you plan to carry with you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and to Dell. • Create a file on . Traveling With Your Computer Identifying Your Computer • Attach a name tag or business card to the computer. • Write...
Owner's Manual
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... management options to maximize battery operating time (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on the computer. • Prior to entering the airplane, verify that you have a charged battery available in the countries you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless activity on...
... management options to maximize battery operating time (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on the computer. • Prior to entering the airplane, verify that you have a charged battery available in the countries you plan to visit, and consider acquiring an international carnet (also known as baggage. • Consider disabling wireless activity on...
Owner's Manual
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Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) 240 cpi 73.7-mm (2.9-in) sensor-active area 34.0-mm (1.3-in) rectangle 9-cell "smart" lithium ion ... time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions (see "Power Problems" on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles Specifications 167 See "Using a Battery" on page 45 for more information on page 118).
Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) 240 cpi 73.7-mm (2.9-in) sensor-active area 34.0-mm (1.3-in) rectangle 9-cell "smart" lithium ion ... time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions (see "Power Problems" on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles Specifications 167 See "Using a Battery" on page 45 for more information on page 118).
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See sound B battery charging, 49 checking the charge, 46 performance, 45 power meter, 47 removing, 49 storing, 50 blank cards ExpressCards, 78 memory card, 79 removing, 79, 81 Bluetooth wireless technology card device ...
See sound B battery charging, 49 checking the charge, 46 performance, 45 power meter, 47 removing, 49 storing, 50 blank cards ExpressCards, 78 memory card, 79 removing, 79, 81 Bluetooth wireless technology card device ...