Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... wet environment, for extended periods of the products plugged in a low-airflow environment, such as a desk top or on or connected to the AC adapter. Doing so can cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn. • Do not use an extension power cable with exposed skin can damage the ...to run the computer or to operate with papers or other items that the total ampere rating of time. Allowing sustained contact with your AC adapter, ensure that will rise during or immediately after operation. • Do not allow your computer; CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the following ...
... wet environment, for extended periods of the products plugged in a low-airflow environment, such as a desk top or on or connected to the AC adapter. Doing so can cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn. • Do not use an extension power cable with exposed skin can damage the ...to run the computer or to operate with papers or other items that the total ampere rating of time. Allowing sustained contact with your AC adapter, ensure that will rise during or immediately after operation. • Do not allow your computer; CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the following ...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... it can be tripped over or stepped on the bottom of your computer during an electrical storm. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use your computer, disconnect all power sources, turn the computer off, remove the battery pack, and disconnect the... cable used with the modem should be equipped with a minimum wire size of this computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device power cables into the RJ-11 connector, not the RJ-45 connector. • PC...
... it can be tripped over or stepped on the bottom of your computer during an electrical storm. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use your computer, disconnect all power sources, turn the computer off, remove the battery pack, and disconnect the... cable used with the modem should be equipped with a minimum wire size of this computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device power cables into the RJ-11 connector, not the RJ-45 connector. • PC...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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..., or other container where metal objects (such as risk of 60ºC (140ºF). Dispose of the power strip. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of the power plug is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may result in excess of... away from children. • Do not store or leave your computer's battery in your local waste disposal agency for use caution when plugging the AC adapter's power cable into the mating ground contact of a spent or damaged battery promptly. If the battery is inserted into the power strip. Some power...
..., or other container where metal objects (such as risk of 60ºC (140ºF). Dispose of the power strip. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of the power plug is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may result in excess of... away from children. • Do not store or leave your computer's battery in your local waste disposal agency for use caution when plugging the AC adapter's power cable into the mating ground contact of a spent or damaged battery promptly. If the battery is inserted into the power strip. Some power...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
Page 15
..., liquids, temperature extremes, and overexposure to sunlight. • When you connect a cable make sure both connectors are asked to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, and then wait 5 seconds before proceeding to help avoid possible damage to the system board. You can put your computer: • When setting up...
..., liquids, temperature extremes, and overexposure to sunlight. • When you connect a cable make sure both connectors are asked to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, and then wait 5 seconds before proceeding to help avoid possible damage to the system board. You can put your computer: • When setting up...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... a lowairflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Back View AC adapter connector air vents S-video TV-out connector USB connectors (2) video connector network connector NOTE: The fan runs constantly, and fan speed may vary...
... a lowairflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Back View AC adapter connector air vents S-video TV-out connector USB connectors (2) video connector network connector NOTE: The fan runs constantly, and fan speed may vary...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... cable to the DC power required by the computer. CAUTION: Place the AC adapter in the Tell Me How help file, see page 58. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external monitor. The AC adapter converts AC power to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment ...damage. Do not cover the AC adapter with electrical outlets worldwide. NOTICE: When you use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. NOTE: Use only the 90-watt AC adapter that will reduce cooling; USB CONNECTORS Connects USB devices, such as a desk...
... cable to the DC power required by the computer. CAUTION: Place the AC adapter in the Tell Me How help file, see page 58. VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external monitor. The AC adapter converts AC power to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment ...damage. Do not cover the AC adapter with electrical outlets worldwide. NOTICE: When you use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. NOTE: Use only the 90-watt AC adapter that will reduce cooling; USB CONNECTORS Connects USB devices, such as a desk...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... problems with the computer turned off or connected to an electrical outlet. The battery is turned off . If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Disconnect the computer from the telephone wall jack. 1 Ensure that the ... green and orange. Charging the Battery When you like. The battery internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with a battery, see page 80. Charge time is significantly longer...
... problems with the computer turned off or connected to an electrical outlet. The battery is turned off . If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Disconnect the computer from the telephone wall jack. 1 Ensure that the ... green and orange. Charging the Battery When you like. The battery internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with a battery, see page 80. Charge time is significantly longer...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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.... 3 Turn on the computer or exit a power management mode. C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y - A battery discharges during prolonged storage. The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to turn on, press and hold the power button for information on standby mode. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you...
.... 3 Turn on the computer or exit a power management mode. C H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y - A battery discharges during prolonged storage. The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to turn on, press and hold the power button for information on standby mode. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... the battery from the electrical outlet, and then let the battery and computer cool to charge. If battery life is not charging S H U T D O W N T H E C O M P U T E R - www.dell.com | support.dell.com C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I E S - Check the AC adapter cable connections. RE S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S - If the battery is short S E E " B A T T E R Y PE R F O R M A N C E " O N P A G E 4 2 - If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may be defective...
... the battery from the electrical outlet, and then let the battery and computer cool to charge. If battery life is not charging S H U T D O W N T H E C O M P U T E R - www.dell.com | support.dell.com C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I E S - Check the AC adapter cable connections. RE S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S - If the battery is short S E E " B A T T E R Y PE R F O R M A N C E " O N P A G E 4 2 - If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may be defective...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... and follow the prompts on , your power management settings may be depleted. NOTE: If you are using a program that you are using the AC adapter, and turn off. Contact Dell (see page 126). D L L F I R E D . X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I G H T - L I B L E . When the light is blinking, the computer • If the light is blinking, the computer is in standby mode-press...
... and follow the prompts on , your power management settings may be depleted. NOTE: If you are using a program that you are using the AC adapter, and turn off. Contact Dell (see page 126). D L L F I R E D . X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I G H T - L I B L E . When the light is blinking, the computer • If the light is blinking, the computer is in standby mode-press...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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.... Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. 82 So l vi n g Pro b l em s S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I C A L O U T L E T - If your computer is disabled. www.dell.com | support.dell.com TE S T T H E E L E C T R I M A G E - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the subwoofer is connected to read A D J U S T T H E B R I G H T N E S S - A D J U S T T H E PO W E R P R O P E R T I N T E R F E R E N C E - To access the help file, see page 80. To access the...
.... Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. 82 So l vi n g Pro b l em s S W I T C H T H E V I D E O I C A L O U T L E T - If your computer is disabled. www.dell.com | support.dell.com TE S T T H E E L E C T R I M A G E - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the subwoofer is connected to read A D J U S T T H E B R I G H T N E S S - A D J U S T T H E PO W E R P R O P E R T I N T E R F E R E N C E - To access the help file, see page 80. To access the...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... safe place to dry. 7 Wipe off the battery and put them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. See "Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. If you turn off any installed PC Cards, and put it is recommended that the computer is safe to speed... utmost caution when removing wet cables from a live power source. 1 Shut down the computer (see page 40), disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, and then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. 2 Turn off AC power at room temperature. C O NT A C T D E L L - NOTICE: Do not use artificial means, such as a ...
... safe place to dry. 7 Wipe off the battery and put them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. See "Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. If you turn off any installed PC Cards, and put it is recommended that the computer is safe to speed... utmost caution when removing wet cables from a live power source. 1 Shut down the computer (see page 40), disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, and then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. 2 Turn off AC power at room temperature. C O NT A C T D E L L - NOTICE: Do not use artificial means, such as a ...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... sources and then from the electrical outlet. 3 Turn off any PC Cards you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see page 126). www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: See "Limited Warranties and Return Policy" on page 147 for information on your warranty coverage. All devices... identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see page 126). A driver is working properly. If You Drop or Damage Your Computer 1 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer (see page 40). 2 Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the...
... sources and then from the electrical outlet. 3 Turn off any PC Cards you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see page 126). www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: See "Limited Warranties and Return Policy" on page 147 for information on your warranty coverage. All devices... identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see page 126). A driver is working properly. If You Drop or Damage Your Computer 1 Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer (see page 40). 2 Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
Page 102
... memory installed in the connector slot. Forcing the cover to close , remove the module and reinstall it clicks into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close may not boot properly. As the computer boots, it . 5 Replace the cover. No error message indicates this failure. 4 Ground yourself and ...NOTICE: If the memory module cover is not installed properly, the computer may damage your computer and an electrical outlet. 7 Turn on the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: If the memory module is difficult to your computer. 6 Insert the battery into place.
... memory installed in the connector slot. Forcing the cover to close , remove the module and reinstall it clicks into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close may not boot properly. As the computer boots, it . 5 Replace the cover. No error message indicates this failure. 4 Ground yourself and ...NOTICE: If the memory module cover is not installed properly, the computer may damage your computer and an electrical outlet. 7 Turn on the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com NOTE: If the memory module is difficult to your computer. 6 Insert the battery into place.
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output voltage Dimensions: Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) Temperature range: Operating Storage ...
AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output voltage Dimensions: Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) Temperature range: Operating Storage ...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
Page 123
... the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you want to an electrical outlet. 4 Turn on AC power and power consumption exceeds the established parameters of the AC Adapter. The computer boots to regulate the system and surface temperatures, which performance is running on the computer.... thermal parameters. This performance reduction ensures that came with your computer and try to consume more power than the AC adapter can also use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.) 1 Turn off the computer. 2 If the computer...
... the Windows logo appears, continue to wait until you want to an electrical outlet. 4 Turn on AC power and power consumption exceeds the established parameters of the AC Adapter. The computer boots to regulate the system and surface temperatures, which performance is running on the computer.... thermal parameters. This performance reduction ensures that came with your computer and try to consume more power than the AC adapter can also use this procedure to boot the Dell Diagnostics on the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.) 1 Turn off the computer. 2 If the computer...
Inspiron 1100 Owner's Manual
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... fan runs constantly, and fan speed may be reduced. Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge Time The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in Low Power Mode. To access the help file. www.dell.com | support.dell.com B A T T E R Y C A P A CI T Y - Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is running your system in approximately 3 hours...
... fan runs constantly, and fan speed may be reduced. Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge Time The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in Low Power Mode. To access the help file. www.dell.com | support.dell.com B A T T E R Y C A P A CI T Y - Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is running your system in approximately 3 hours...
Inspiron 5100 and 5150 Owner's Manual
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...a ventilated area, such as a carrying case or a closed -in wall unit or on a bed, sofa, or rug. • Place the AC adapter in a wet basement. • If your computer includes an integrated or optional (PC Card) modem, disconnect the modem cable if an electrical storm is...computer and working environment from radiators and heat sources. Always follow installation instructions closely. • If you use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. • The AC adapter may become hot during or immediately after operation. • Do not allow your portable computer to operate with exposed ...
...a ventilated area, such as a carrying case or a closed -in wall unit or on a bed, sofa, or rug. • Place the AC adapter in a wet basement. • If your computer includes an integrated or optional (PC Card) modem, disconnect the modem cable if an electrical storm is...computer and working environment from radiators and heat sources. Always follow installation instructions closely. • If you use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. • The AC adapter may become hot during or immediately after operation. • Do not allow your portable computer to operate with exposed ...
Inspiron 5100 and 5150 Owner's Manual
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...and a network RJ-45 connector, which may become very warm during normal operation. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from their continuous operation. • Before you insert the telephone cable into properly... sources, turn the computer off, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. If you connect the computer to an electrical outlet, check the AC adapter voltage rating to provide an earth grounding connection. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) •...
...and a network RJ-45 connector, which may become very warm during normal operation. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from their continuous operation. • Before you insert the telephone cable into properly... sources, turn the computer off, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. If you connect the computer to an electrical outlet, check the AC adapter voltage rating to provide an earth grounding connection. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) •...
Inspiron 5100 and 5150 Owner's Manual
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Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use with this computer. The resulting excessive current flow can be tripped over or stepped on your AC adapter's power cable and that the cable is not located where it can cause extremely high temperatures and ... explode or vent, posing a risk of fire. • Do not dispose of your local waste disposal agency for use caution when plugging the AC adapter's power cable into the mating ground contact of the power strip. When heated to the battery pack or cause fire or burns. • The...
Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use with this computer. The resulting excessive current flow can be tripped over or stepped on your AC adapter's power cable and that the cable is not located where it can cause extremely high temperatures and ... explode or vent, posing a risk of fire. • Do not dispose of your local waste disposal agency for use caution when plugging the AC adapter's power cable into the mating ground contact of the power strip. When heated to the battery pack or cause fire or burns. • The...