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...purse, or other container where metal objects (such as baggage. You can put your computer through a metal detector. Do not carry a battery pack in damage from lightning. Do not dispose of electric shock from burns. Always follow installation instructions closely. If your computer includes an ... for use with local authorities for disposal instructions. When traveling, do not check the computer as car keys) could short-circuit the battery terminals. Be sure that nothing rests on . Do not use your computer through an X-ray security machine, but never put your ...
...purse, or other container where metal objects (such as baggage. You can put your computer through a metal detector. Do not carry a battery pack in damage from lightning. Do not dispose of electric shock from burns. Always follow installation instructions closely. If your computer includes an ... for use with local authorities for disposal instructions. When traveling, do not check the computer as car keys) could short-circuit the battery terminals. Be sure that nothing rests on . Do not use your computer through an X-ray security machine, but never put your ...
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.... Handle components with a soft, clean cloth and commercial window cleaner that your computer gets wet or is not operating properly, contact Dell Computer Corporation. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for the moisture to evaporate before you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned... display in one direction, moving from the computer, wrap the drive in Chapter 3, "Troubleshooting Your Computer." Do not drop your computer, battery, and hard-disk drive from the computer, wait 5 seconds after following these procedures, you move your computer with a soft cloth dampened...
.... Handle components with a soft, clean cloth and commercial window cleaner that your computer gets wet or is not operating properly, contact Dell Computer Corporation. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for the moisture to evaporate before you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned... display in one direction, moving from the computer, wrap the drive in Chapter 3, "Troubleshooting Your Computer." Do not drop your computer, battery, and hard-disk drive from the computer, wait 5 seconds after following these procedures, you move your computer with a soft cloth dampened...
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... shock. Also, disconnect any attached peripherals. 2. computer positioned directly in front of the I /O panel to reduce the poten- Remove the main battery from the battery compartment and, if necessary, the secondary battery from the computer. 3. While you work, periodically touch the I /O panel on the back of the computer. Turn off your computer and...
... shock. Also, disconnect any attached peripherals. 2. computer positioned directly in front of the I /O panel to reduce the poten- Remove the main battery from the battery compartment and, if necessary, the secondary battery from the computer. 3. While you work, periodically touch the I /O panel on the back of the computer. Turn off your computer and...
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... 3-15 Troubleshooting a Power Failure 3-16 Total Power Failure When Using the AC Adapter 3-17 Total Power Failure When Using a Battery 3-18 No Power to a Part of the Computer 3-19 Troubleshooting the Diskette Drive 3-20 Troubleshooting the CD-ROM or DVD-...Touch Pad 3-33 Troubleshooting Audio Functions 3-34 Features of the Dell Diagnostics 4-1 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-2 Before You Start Testing 4-2 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 4-3 Completing the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 How to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 Confirming the System Configuration Information 4-5 How to Use ...
... 3-15 Troubleshooting a Power Failure 3-16 Total Power Failure When Using the AC Adapter 3-17 Total Power Failure When Using a Battery 3-18 No Power to a Part of the Computer 3-19 Troubleshooting the Diskette Drive 3-20 Troubleshooting the CD-ROM or DVD-...Touch Pad 3-33 Troubleshooting Audio Functions 3-34 Features of the Dell Diagnostics 4-1 When to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-2 Before You Start Testing 4-2 Starting the Dell Diagnostics 4-3 Completing the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 How to Use the Dell Diagnostics 4-4 Confirming the System Configuration Information 4-5 How to Use ...
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...Figure C-2. Figure 2-4. Figure 3-4. Figure 3-7. Figure 2-6. Figure 3-3. Figure B-3. Figure 1-2. Figure B-1. Figure C-3. Year 2000 Statement of the Dell Diagnostics 4-5 Diagnostics Checklist 5-6 80-Column x 25-Line Character Set Subtest Screen B-3 40-Column x 25-Line Character Set Subtest Screen B-3 ... 2-8 Boot Menu of Setup Program 2-12 Exit Menu of Setup Program 2-13 AC Adapter and Power Cable 3-3 Checking the Battery 3-3 Checking an Optional Device 3-4 I/O Panel Connectors for External Devices 3-4 Removing the Memory Module Cover 3-14 Removing the Memory...
...Figure C-2. Figure 2-4. Figure 3-4. Figure 3-7. Figure 2-6. Figure 3-3. Figure B-3. Figure 1-2. Figure B-1. Figure C-3. Year 2000 Statement of the Dell Diagnostics 4-5 Diagnostics Checklist 5-6 80-Column x 25-Line Character Set Subtest Screen B-3 40-Column x 25-Line Character Set Subtest Screen B-3 ... 2-8 Boot Menu of Setup Program 2-12 Exit Menu of Setup Program 2-13 AC Adapter and Power Cable 3-3 Checking the Battery 3-3 Checking an Optional Device 3-4 I/O Panel Connectors for External Devices 3-4 Removing the Memory Module Cover 3-14 Removing the Memory...
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indicator lights power button keyboard touch pad touch pad buttons (2) options bay display release main battery display latch (2) display display close/ suspend button microphone key lock air intake optional modem jack speaker 1-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
indicator lights power button keyboard touch pad touch pad buttons (2) options bay display release main battery display latch (2) display display close/ suspend button microphone key lock air intake optional modem jack speaker 1-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
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... designed to -disk suspend mode, which the computer and battery are used in any Dell Inspiron 7000 system can be downloaded from Dell's TechConnect BBS. Memory on diskette from Dell or can be upgraded by diskette. Extended battery power with hardware wavetable, 3D surround sound, and integrated...access memory (SRAM) level 2 (L2) cache. If the batteries run out of power, save -to work only with Dell Inspiron 7000 computers. The battery charges in flash memory and can use the battery with two batteries. Dell-installed device drivers on the microprocessor and 512 KB of 32-
... designed to -disk suspend mode, which the computer and battery are used in any Dell Inspiron 7000 system can be downloaded from Dell's TechConnect BBS. Memory on diskette from Dell or can be upgraded by diskette. Extended battery power with hardware wavetable, 3D surround sound, and integrated...access memory (SRAM) level 2 (L2) cache. If the batteries run out of power, save -to work only with Dell Inspiron 7000 computers. The battery charges in flash memory and can use the battery with two batteries. Dell-installed device drivers on the microprocessor and 512 KB of 32-
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... contains a glossary of the computer AC adapter Lithium ion battery pack Hard-disk drives Network PC Cards Dell Inspiron 7000 Port Replicator Memory modules (32- and 64-MB capacities, 128-MB when available) Leather and nylon carrying cases Auto adapter Microphone External speakers Headphones 1-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide To access this guide, select the...
... contains a glossary of the computer AC adapter Lithium ion battery pack Hard-disk drives Network PC Cards Dell Inspiron 7000 Port Replicator Memory modules (32- and 64-MB capacities, 128-MB when available) Leather and nylon carrying cases Auto adapter Microphone External speakers Headphones 1-6 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide To access this guide, select the...
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... diskettes for the appropriate telephone number in your computer and allow you to Settings, and click Control Panel. To order these diskettes from Dell, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for those who installed their own version of the Microsoft Windows 98 operating system. Click the Start ...icon. Change video resolution In Windows 98, click the Start button, point to monitor and reduce power consumption when your computer is running on battery power. Customizing System Features 2-1 As your computing environment changes, you may want to : Configure PC Cards If you are using Windows 98,...
... diskettes for the appropriate telephone number in your computer and allow you to Settings, and click Control Panel. To order these diskettes from Dell, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for those who installed their own version of the Microsoft Windows 98 operating system. Click the Start ...icon. Change video resolution In Windows 98, click the Start button, point to monitor and reduce power consumption when your computer is running on battery power. Customizing System Features 2-1 As your computing environment changes, you may want to : Configure PC Cards If you are using Windows 98,...
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... change , or remove hardware connected to correct the setting. Each time you turn on using a battery For more information, see the topic titled "Conserving Battery Power" in the System User's Guide. If the system detects a discrepancy, it generates an error... computer 2-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Double-click the Multimedia icon. Alternatively, right-click the Audio icon in the System User's Guide. Manage power consumption when using the battery status utility that identifies the incorrect configuration setting. Check battery status In Windows...
... change , or remove hardware connected to correct the setting. Each time you turn on using a battery For more information, see the topic titled "Conserving Battery Power" in the System User's Guide. If the system detects a discrepancy, it generates an error... computer 2-2 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Double-click the Multimedia icon. Alternatively, right-click the Audio icon in the System User's Guide. Manage power consumption when using the battery status utility that identifies the incorrect configuration setting. Check battery status In Windows...
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Select Disabled if you must be set . 2-8 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide When the Password On Boot option is also available in the topic titled "Power Menu" in the System Users Guide. Settings ... Enter Select ‰ Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit NOTE: The power management settings of Day: Resume Time: [Customized] [Off] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Save to Conserve Battery Power," in the System User's Guide. To enable this option are set . For more information see Figure 2-4). The following subsections explain each power management setting.
Select Disabled if you must be set . 2-8 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide When the Password On Boot option is also available in the topic titled "Power Menu" in the System Users Guide. Settings ... Enter Select ‰ Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit NOTE: The power management settings of Day: Resume Time: [Customized] [Off] [Disabled] [Disabled] [Save to Conserve Battery Power," in the System User's Guide. To enable this option are set . For more information see Figure 2-4). The following subsections explain each power management setting.
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.... Smart CPU Mode allows the computer to resume operations immediately. NOTES: Some communications software may not perform as a group to Conserve Battery Power," in the System Users Guide. The Smart CPU Mode option is enabled. When the Smart CPU Mode option is enabled and ... program. Allows the computer to slow down the microprocessor automatically if it is set automatically to Conserve Battery Power," in keyboard (the computer takes less than a few minutes. Dell recommends that you set Smart CPU Mode to Off if you use suffers significant performance degradation, set ...
.... Smart CPU Mode allows the computer to resume operations immediately. NOTES: Some communications software may not perform as a group to Conserve Battery Power," in the System Users Guide. The Smart CPU Mode option is enabled. When the Smart CPU Mode option is enabled and ... program. Allows the computer to slow down the microprocessor automatically if it is set automatically to Conserve Battery Power," in keyboard (the computer takes less than a few minutes. Dell recommends that you set Smart CPU Mode to Off if you use suffers significant performance degradation, set ...
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... settings described here. Alternatively, click the Start button, and then click Suspend. Press the power button to Disk. 2-10 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Press the power button and hold it down for this option to Disabled if it causes compatibility problems ...activity) before activating save-to -disk suspend mode by pressing . For more information see "Using Windows 98 to Conserve Battery Power," in the System Users Guide. To increase battery operating time, set for standby mode, the computer enters save -to -disk suspend mode. NOTE: Set this option ...
... settings described here. Alternatively, click the Start button, and then click Suspend. Press the power button to Disk. 2-10 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide Press the power button and hold it down for this option to Disabled if it causes compatibility problems ...activity) before activating save-to -disk suspend mode by pressing . For more information see "Using Windows 98 to Conserve Battery Power," in the System Users Guide. To increase battery operating time, set for standby mode, the computer enters save -to -disk suspend mode. NOTE: Set this option ...
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...resumes normal operation at the time specified in the Resume Time field after being in this mode. Save-to-RAM (the default) suspend mode conserves battery power by stopping almost all power to the computer. When the Resume on the harddisk drive and then turns off all computer activity, but leaves... programs will be running and the same files will be open that were loaded before you specify a time when the computer should get out of battery power. The default for more than a few minutes. Resume Time lets you activated this menu determine which disk device the computer uses to find...
...resumes normal operation at the time specified in the Resume Time field after being in this mode. Save-to-RAM (the default) suspend mode conserves battery power by stopping almost all power to the computer. When the Resume on the harddisk drive and then turns off all computer activity, but leaves... programs will be running and the same files will be open that were loaded before you specify a time when the computer should get out of battery power. The default for more than a few minutes. Resume Time lets you activated this menu determine which disk device the computer uses to find...
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...peripherals (such as shown in Figures 3-1 through 3-4: The AC adapter and the AC power cable AC adapter connector AC power cable The main battery battery latch bottom of all cable connections can easily solve these problems. If the connector has two small screws, make sure the screws are tight. ... or installed, as a printer, external keyboard, or mouse). A quick check of computer AC adapter AC adapter cable latch lock (unlocked position) battery Troubleshooting Your Computer 3-3 Loose or improperly connected cables are likely sources of problems for bent pins on connectors.
...peripherals (such as shown in Figures 3-1 through 3-4: The AC adapter and the AC power cable AC adapter connector AC power cable The main battery battery latch bottom of all cable connections can easily solve these problems. If the connector has two small screws, make sure the screws are tight. ... or installed, as a printer, external keyboard, or mouse). A quick check of computer AC adapter AC adapter cable latch lock (unlocked position) battery Troubleshooting Your Computer 3-3 Loose or improperly connected cables are likely sources of problems for bent pins on connectors.
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The secondary battery or any other optional device installed in the options bay latch lock (unlocked position) bottom of computer options bay latch optional device Cables that connect external devices through the input/output (I/O) panel on the back of the computer. serial port monitor connector USB connector infrared port parallel port TV connector docking connector keyboard/mouse connector 3-4 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
The secondary battery or any other optional device installed in the options bay latch lock (unlocked position) bottom of computer options bay latch optional device Cables that connect external devices through the input/output (I/O) panel on the back of the computer. serial port monitor connector USB connector infrared port parallel port TV connector docking connector keyboard/mouse connector 3-4 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide
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...Dell...Dell Diagnostics. (For instructions, see Chapter 4, "Running the Dell Diagnostics.") Operating system not found The operating system may be faulty. Call Dell...address nnnn. If the built-in Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see Chapter ... abbreviation or acronym used in this chapter. Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, the I/O ... Dell for FDD Controller in the System User's Guide. Reinstall the operating system. Then call Dell for the error message. Call Dell for...Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.")...
...Dell...Dell Diagnostics. (For instructions, see Chapter 4, "Running the Dell Diagnostics.") Operating system not found The operating system may be faulty. Call Dell...address nnnn. If the built-in Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see Chapter ... abbreviation or acronym used in this chapter. Call Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, the I/O ... Dell for FDD Controller in the System User's Guide. Reinstall the operating system. Then call Dell for the error message. Call Dell for...Dell for technical assistance. (For instructions, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.")...
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... the Keyboard Controller Test in the Dell Diagnostics. (For instructions, see Chapter 4, "Running the Dell Diagnostics.") NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") CMOS battery is emitted, write it down on...see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") System cache error-cache disabled The primary cache internal to call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) 3-8 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide This information is a pattern of beeps that changes data stored in the ...
... the Keyboard Controller Test in the Dell Diagnostics. (For instructions, see Chapter 4, "Running the Dell Diagnostics.") NOTE: For the full name of an abbreviation or acronym used in this table, see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") CMOS battery is emitted, write it down on...see Chapter 5, "Getting Help.") System cache error-cache disabled The primary cache internal to call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) 3-8 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide This information is a pattern of beeps that changes data stored in the ...
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... to indicate that the output buffer of the integrated touch pad or external PS/2 mouse is malfunctioning. NOTES: When you begin any installed batteries. Turn off each battery and store it from AC power. Before performing any attached peripherals and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer. 2. IRQ12...
... to indicate that the output buffer of the integrated touch pad or external PS/2 mouse is malfunctioning. NOTES: When you begin any installed batteries. Turn off each battery and store it from AC power. Before performing any attached peripherals and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer. 2. IRQ12...
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... power sources and then from the AC adapter. Reinstall the options-bay device or PC Cards that you cannot identify the damaged component(s), call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) If the computer is resolved. A spring will go in the computer,... protect the drive from AC power. Does the computer work , exit any open application programs, and remove any installed batteries. 2. Turn the computer over and remove the two screws at the front of the arrow and then lift it up . 5. Troubleshooting Your ...
... power sources and then from the AC adapter. Reinstall the options-bay device or PC Cards that you cannot identify the damaged component(s), call Dell for technical assistance. (See Chapter 5, "Getting Help," for instructions.) If the computer is resolved. A spring will go in the computer,... protect the drive from AC power. Does the computer work , exit any open application programs, and remove any installed batteries. 2. Turn the computer over and remove the two screws at the front of the arrow and then lift it up . 5. Troubleshooting Your ...