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... 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...
... 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...
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... support your computer. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer • Alarms - Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. set the power management options, you set alarms for low or critical battery power (laptop computers) Power (Power Settings, Power Protection...
... support your computer. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer • Alarms - Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. set the power management options, you set alarms for low or critical battery power (laptop computers) Power (Power Settings, Power Protection...
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Your computer enters hibernate if the battery charge level becomes critically low. To manually enter hibernate: • Click Start → Turn off the computer. OR • Depending on the hard drive and then ...
Your computer enters hibernate if the battery charge level becomes critically low. To manually enter hibernate: • Click Start → Turn off the computer. OR • Depending on the hard drive and then ...
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...provides temporary power to connected devices when AC power is supplied as a printer, to a separate power strip that they continuously charge the battery and continuously run the equipment off battery power. Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to the hard ...drive may result in that provides surge protection. Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 141 The battery charges while AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Power line conditioners are different from the typical uninterruptible power supply in data...
...provides temporary power to connected devices when AC power is supplied as a printer, to a separate power strip that they continuously charge the battery and continuously run the equipment off battery power. Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to the hard ...drive may result in that provides surge protection. Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 141 The battery charges while AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). Power line conditioners are different from the typical uninterruptible power supply in data...
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...the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on how often the battery is used . To view the battery charge status, check the Power Meter icon on preserving the battery life of your battery: •..., and Batteries) Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to adjust optimize your computer performance). The life of a battery, which it is fully charged. For more information on the taskbar. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is used and the conditions...
...the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on how often the battery is used . To view the battery charge status, check the Power Meter icon on preserving the battery life of your battery: •..., and Batteries) Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to adjust optimize your computer performance). The life of a battery, which it is fully charged. For more information on the taskbar. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is used and the conditions...
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... Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on your computer. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with your laptop computer.... is connected to work with household waste. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of batteries with your computer. CAUTION: Before performing ...
... Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on your computer. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with your laptop computer.... is connected to work with household waste. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of batteries with your computer. CAUTION: Before performing ...
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... on the Battery The operating time of a battery depends on the number of times it is the health of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity, which is charged. That is, a battery can show a status of the battery. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of the Battery To check the ... light represents incremental degradation. To check the amount of the lights are on the battery charge gauge for at least 3 seconds. Charge Left on the Battery To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on your battery, double-click the Power Meter icon in good condition, ...
... on the Battery The operating time of a battery depends on the number of times it is the health of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity, which is charged. That is, a battery can show a status of the battery. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of the Battery To check the ... light represents incremental degradation. To check the amount of the lights are on the battery charge gauge for at least 3 seconds. Charge Left on the Battery To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on your battery, double-click the Power Meter icon in good condition, ...
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...Warnings NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your laptop has this option. Your laptop computer will display a warning when the battery charge is at a critically low level. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about changing the settings for long periods of times the battery is...computer unattended for the battery alarms through the power management options in the media bay if your work immediately after a low-battery warning. Charging the Battery When you are using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your laptop computer, do any of the following: • Connect the...
...Warnings NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your laptop has this option. Your laptop computer will display a warning when the battery charge is at a critically low level. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about changing the settings for long periods of times the battery is...computer unattended for the battery alarms through the power management options in the media bay if your work immediately after a low-battery warning. Charging the Battery When you are using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your laptop computer, do any of the following: • Connect the...
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... turned on the taskbar. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to 100 percent in Dell ControlPoint. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use the Battery Charge Disable feature in approximately 2 hours. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before... you store your battery). A Dell notebook battery may not charge when you like. This is hot from overcharging. Click the icon to room temperature. The battery is fully charged. NOTE: You can access the Dell ControlPoint Power Manager for an extended period of January...
... turned on the taskbar. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to 100 percent in Dell ControlPoint. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use the Battery Charge Disable feature in approximately 2 hours. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully before... you store your battery). A Dell notebook battery may not charge when you like. This is hot from overcharging. Click the icon to room temperature. The battery is fully charged. NOTE: You can access the Dell ControlPoint Power Manager for an extended period of January...
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... ISP's modem for specific details. Broadband access is used to a cable modem or DSL modem for Broadband Access • You can purchase your monthly service charge. • Your computer must connect your computer or computer network to provide the broadband service; You can choose between two specific types of broadband access...
... ISP's modem for specific details. Broadband access is used to a cable modem or DSL modem for Broadband Access • You can purchase your monthly service charge. • Your computer must connect your computer or computer network to provide the broadband service; You can choose between two specific types of broadband access...
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... STATION. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... Contact Dell for instructions, see the documentation shipped with your computer's ...and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). 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 - S T R I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - PRESS F5 TO RUN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS. - • Reseat the memory (for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). P R O G R A M - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS...
... STATION. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... Contact Dell for instructions, see the documentation shipped with your computer's ...and correct the date or time (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 308). 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 - S T R I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - PRESS F5 TO RUN ONBOARD DIAGNOSTICS. - • Reseat the memory (for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). P R O G R A M - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS...
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...WARNING MESSAGES AGAIN. 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 Z E D - THIS SYSTEM WILL BE UNABLE TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY. - BATTERY IS CRITICALLY LOW. HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - WARNING: THE BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. RUN THE SETUP UTILITY TO ENABLE T H E S E M E S S A G... POWER TO RUN THE ATTACHED DOCKING STATION. THIS WILL INCREASE THE TIME TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). Connect the correct AC adapter. The battery may be...
...WARNING MESSAGES AGAIN. 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 Z E D - THIS SYSTEM WILL BE UNABLE TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY. - BATTERY IS CRITICALLY LOW. HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - WARNING: THE BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. RUN THE SETUP UTILITY TO ENABLE T H E S E M E S S A G... POWER TO RUN THE ATTACHED DOCKING STATION. THIS WILL INCREASE THE TIME TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). Connect the correct AC adapter. The battery may be...
Setup Guide
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...computer to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 6 Hard drive - Connects to a monitor or projector. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Network connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 4 VGA connector - ...AC adapter to the computer. 1 Security cable slot - Used to attach a commercially available antitheft device to power the computer and charge the battery when the computer is not in use. 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Stores software and ...
...computer to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 6 Hard drive - Connects to a monitor or projector. Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Network connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 4 VGA connector - ...AC adapter to the computer. 1 Security cable slot - Used to attach a commercially available antitheft device to power the computer and charge the battery when the computer is not in use. 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - Connects your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Stores software and ...
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the computer is charging Using Your Inspiron Laptop On battery: • Solid white - the computer is in standby state with more than 90% battery charge and the battery is turned off or in hibernate state 2 Analog microphone - Indicates the power state and battery status. the ... amber - If you do not have the optional built-in standby state with more than 10% battery charge • Off - 1 Power/battery status light - the computer on with less than 10% battery charge • Breathing white - Connects one pair of headphones, or sends audio to a powered speaker or...
the computer is charging Using Your Inspiron Laptop On battery: • Solid white - the computer is in standby state with more than 90% battery charge and the battery is turned off or in hibernate state 2 Analog microphone - Indicates the power state and battery status. the ... amber - If you do not have the optional built-in standby state with more than 10% battery charge • Off - 1 Power/battery status light - the computer on with less than 10% battery charge • Breathing white - Connects one pair of headphones, or sends audio to a powered speaker or...
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Battery Life span 300 discharge/charge cycles (approximate) Temperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) ... (0.53 lb) (4-cell) 0.35 kg (0.77 lb) (6-cell) 0.51 kg (1.12 lb) (9-cell) Voltage 11.1 VDC (9-cell) 11.1 VDC/10.8 VDC (6-cell) 14.8 VDC (4-cell) Charge time at room temperature (approximate): Computer off 4 hours Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain...
Battery Life span 300 discharge/charge cycles (approximate) Temperature range: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) Storage -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) ... (0.53 lb) (4-cell) 0.35 kg (0.77 lb) (6-cell) 0.51 kg (1.12 lb) (9-cell) Voltage 11.1 VDC (9-cell) 11.1 VDC/10.8 VDC (6-cell) 14.8 VDC (4-cell) Charge time at room temperature (approximate): Computer off 4 hours Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain...