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... information. For more information, see "Dell™ QuickSet Features" on the taskbar. Access the Dell Support Utility from the icon on page 167. 18 Finding Information Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the Windows notification area... notification system installed on network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. What Are You Looking For? Frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general health of your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. • ...
... information. For more information, see "Dell™ QuickSet Features" on the taskbar. Access the Dell Support Utility from the icon on page 167. 18 Finding Information Dell QuickSet Help To view Dell QuickSet Help, right-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the Windows notification area... notification system installed on network activity, the Power Management Wizard, hotkeys, and other items controlled by Dell QuickSet. What Are You Looking For? Frequently asked questions, hot topics, and general health of your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on the screen. • ...
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... technology (see "Using ExpressCards" on page 95). E X P R E S S C A R D S L O T - For more information see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on when the computer gets hot. Do not store your vicinity. The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in the air vents. When enabled through..." on page 79. The computer turns the fan on page 94). CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to create airflow through Dell QuickSet, this switch can scan for a wireless local area network (WLAN) in your computer in the slot. H A R D D R I T C H - Stores...
... technology (see "Using ExpressCards" on page 95). E X P R E S S C A R D S L O T - For more information see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on when the computer gets hot. Do not store your vicinity. The computer uses an internal fan to accumulate in the air vents. When enabled through..." on page 79. The computer turns the fan on page 94). CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to create airflow through Dell QuickSet, this switch can scan for a wireless local area network (WLAN) in your computer in the slot. H A R D D R I T C H - Stores...
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... Mini Cards (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 154). B A T T E R Y - B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S - Restricting the airflow can use the computer without connecting the computer to be controlled by the Dell Travel Remote. Fan noise is installed, you can damage the computer or cause a fire. R I N - When a battery is normal and does not indicate a problem with the... is running. To adjust the volume of the integrated speaker, press the volume control buttons or the mute button. A I R - A port on when the computer gets hot.
... Mini Cards (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 154). B A T T E R Y - B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S - Restricting the airflow can use the computer without connecting the computer to be controlled by the Dell Travel Remote. Fan noise is installed, you can damage the computer or cause a fire. R I N - When a battery is normal and does not indicate a problem with the... is running. To adjust the volume of the integrated speaker, press the volume control buttons or the mute button. A I R - A port on when the computer gets hot.
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.... If the battery is connected to conserve power. Using a Battery 51 You can leave the battery in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. To exit Sleep state,... power button. Sleep automatically saves your work session without restarting your computer. NOTICE: If your computer loses AC and battery power while in a hot environment, the battery may lose data. To enter Sleep state: • Click Start , click , and then click Sleep. The battery's internal...
.... If the battery is connected to conserve power. Using a Battery 51 You can leave the battery in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. To exit Sleep state,... power button. Sleep automatically saves your work session without restarting your computer. NOTICE: If your computer loses AC and battery power while in a hot environment, the battery may lose data. To enter Sleep state: • Click Start , click , and then click Sleep. The battery's internal...
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...an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the bay. 52 Using a Battery For more information about resolving problems with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Replace the battery only with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 122. See the documentation that came with your docking device for ...from the wall connector and the computer, and remove any unsaved data. To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is too hot to avoid possible connector damage. Disconnect the computer from the computer to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber....
...an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the bay. 52 Using a Battery For more information about resolving problems with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Replace the battery only with a battery, see "Power Problems" on page 122. See the documentation that came with your docking device for ...from the wall connector and the computer, and remove any unsaved data. To remove the battery: 1 If the computer is too hot to avoid possible connector damage. Disconnect the computer from the computer to start charging if the battery light flashes alternately blue and amber....
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... shut down. 2 Straighten a paper clip and insert one end into the eject hole at the front of bad sectors, and then click Start. 108 Troubleshooting A hot hard drive may appear. NOTE: The User Account Control window may prevent the operating system from starting. Hard drive problems A L L O W T H E C O M P U T E R T O C O O L B E F O R E T U R N I N G I T E S P E E D T O A S L O W E R R A T E - C H A N G E T H E W R I T O N - The drive makes an unfamiliar...
... shut down. 2 Straighten a paper clip and insert one end into the eject hole at the front of bad sectors, and then click Start. 108 Troubleshooting A hot hard drive may appear. NOTE: The User Account Control window may prevent the operating system from starting. Hard drive problems A L L O W T H E C O M P U T E R T O C O O L B E F O R E T U R N I N G I T E S P E E D T O A S L O W E R R A T E - C H A N G E T H E W R I T O N - The drive makes an unfamiliar...
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..., fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. If the computer power light turns on, but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules (see "Contacting Dell" on . C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I C A L O U T L E T - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure ... battery and computer cool to an electrical outlet. CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - Troubleshooting 123 If the battery temperature is working by testing it is too hot to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I N T E R F E R E N C E...
..., fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. If the computer power light turns on, but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules (see "Contacting Dell" on . C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I C A L O U T L E T - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure ... battery and computer cool to an electrical outlet. CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - Troubleshooting 123 If the battery temperature is working by testing it is too hot to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I N T E R F E R E N C E...
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... drives: a primary hard drive and an optional secondary hard drive. Adding and Replacing Parts 139 Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. 5 Turn the computer over. 6 Slide and click the battery release latches. 7 Slide the battery out...
... drives: a primary hard drive and an optional secondary hard drive. Adding and Replacing Parts 139 Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive. 5 Turn the computer over. 6 Slide and click the battery release latches. 7 Slide the battery out...
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...such as follows: • To set through system setup. You can disable or enable only through system setup. An exception is the External Hot Key option, which you can use system setup as the amount of the options available in system setup, thus overriding options that you are an... expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change user-selectable features such as your system configuration information and optional settings. Appendix 187 For more information on ...
...such as follows: • To set through system setup. You can disable or enable only through system setup. An exception is the External Hot Key option, which you can use system setup as the amount of the options available in system setup, thus overriding options that you are an... expert computer user or are directed to do so by Dell technical support, do not change user-selectable features such as your system configuration information and optional settings. Appendix 187 For more information on ...
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... format - alternating current - Advanced Host Controller Interface - An interface for reporting hardware and software alerts to enable technologies such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot plug. A AC - ACPI - advanced configuration and power interface - A power management specification that helps to identify, quarantine, and/or delete viruses from your particular computer. AGP...
... format - alternating current - Advanced Host Controller Interface - An interface for reporting hardware and software alerts to enable technologies such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot plug. A AC - ACPI - advanced configuration and power interface - A power management specification that helps to identify, quarantine, and/or delete viruses from your particular computer. AGP...
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...your computer before removing the hard drive. Turn the computer over. 3. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives obtained from the computer while the drive is hot. Follow the procedures in Sleep state. Loosen the two captive screws that secure ... the cover and set it aside. 1 captive screws (2) 2 hard drive cover 4. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Vostro™ 1700 and Inspiron™ 1720/1721 Service Manual Removing a Hard Drive Replacing a Hard Drive Depending on the configuration you remove the hard drive from sources...
...your computer before removing the hard drive. Turn the computer over. 3. NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives obtained from the computer while the drive is hot. Follow the procedures in Sleep state. Loosen the two captive screws that secure ... the cover and set it aside. 1 captive screws (2) 2 hard drive cover 4. Back to Contents Page Hard Drive Dell™ Vostro™ 1700 and Inspiron™ 1720/1721 Service Manual Removing a Hard Drive Replacing a Hard Drive Depending on the configuration you remove the hard drive from sources...