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... the External Optical Drive (Optional 16 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 17 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 24 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 26 Status Lights and... Indicators 28 Disabling Battery Charging 29 Touch Pad Gestures 30 Multimedia Control Keys 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Stage (Optional 40 Dell Dock (Optional 42 3
... the External Optical Drive (Optional 16 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 17 Connect to the Internet (Optional 17 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 24 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 26 Status Lights and... Indicators 28 Disabling Battery Charging 29 Touch Pad Gestures 30 Multimedia Control Keys 32 Display Features 34 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 39 Dell Stage (Optional 40 Dell Dock (Optional 42 3
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... using an EVDO card to the Internet. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 36). 3. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 36). 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing...
... using an EVDO card to the Internet. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 36). 3. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 36). 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing...
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... an USB device, the device will stop charging. Connects to charge the device. Connects to an external antenna to power the computer and charge the battery. 21 Connects to the AC adapter to view programs using the TV tuner card (optional). 2 Audio out/Headphone connector - The USB Powershare feature allows you... when the computer is powered off or in /Microphone connector - To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. 5 USB 2.0 connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Antenna-in sleep state.
... an USB device, the device will stop charging. Connects to charge the device. Connects to an external antenna to power the computer and charge the battery. 21 Connects to the AC adapter to view programs using the TV tuner card (optional). 2 Audio out/Headphone connector - The USB Powershare feature allows you... when the computer is powered off or in /Microphone connector - To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. 5 USB 2.0 connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Antenna-in sleep state.
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...Indicators" on the keyboard. 27 Turns on or off the computer while the hard drive activity light is blinking. 5 Touch pad buttons (2) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button - CAUTION: To avoid loss of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left -click and right-...click functions like those on page 32. 3 Power/battery indicator light - Provides the functionality of data, never turn off when pressed. 2 Function key row - Turns the computer on when the computer reads ...
...Indicators" on the keyboard. 27 Turns on or off the computer while the hard drive activity light is blinking. 5 Touch pad buttons (2) - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power button - CAUTION: To avoid loss of a mouse to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left -click and right-...click functions like those on page 32. 3 Power/battery indicator light - Provides the functionality of data, never turn off when pressed. 2 Function key row - Turns the computer on when the computer reads ...
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Power/Battery Indicator Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white breathing white off solid white breathing white solid amber off Computer state(s) on off/hibernate standby off/hibernate on standby on/standby off/hibernate Battery charge status charging 90% >=10% >=10%
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Power/Battery Indicator Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white breathing white off solid white breathing white solid amber off Computer state(s) on off/hibernate standby off/hibernate on standby on/standby off/hibernate Battery charge status charging 90% >=10% >=10%
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Click Start . 3. Click Turn off Battery Charging and then click OK. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to open Battery Settings window. 5. In the search box, type Power Options and press . 4. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 29 Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on an airplane flight.
Click Start . 3. Click Turn off Battery Charging and then click OK. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to open Battery Settings window. 5. In the search box, type Power Options and press . 4. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 29 Under Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter to disable the battery charging feature while on . 2. Ensure that your computer is turned on an airplane flight.
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...batteries from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. Turn off the computer and turn it clicks into place. 36 WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery release latches to the unlock position. 3. Slide the battery...replace the battery: Slide the battery into the battery bay, until it over. 2. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: ...
...batteries from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. Turn off the computer and turn it clicks into place. 36 WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery release latches to the unlock position. 3. Slide the battery...replace the battery: Slide the battery into the battery bay, until it over. 2. Do not use a battery purchased from other computers. WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: ...
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The computer is not detecting a physical connection to verify that the power strip is only for wireless connections. Solving Problems Power Problems If the power/battery indicator light is not receiving power. • Press the power button. Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to the network. ...
The computer is not detecting a physical connection to verify that the power strip is only for wireless connections. Solving Problems Power Problems If the power/battery indicator light is not receiving power. • Press the power button. Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to the network. ...
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... move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. 46 If the power/battery indicator light is solid white and the computer is creating interference by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC.... • Press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer - An unwanted signal is not responding - If you encounter interference that the light on the AC adapter is not responding,...
... move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. 46 If the power/battery indicator light is solid white and the computer is creating interference by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC.... • Press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on your computer - An unwanted signal is not responding - If you encounter interference that the light on the AC adapter is not responding,...
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... "smart" lithium ion: Height 22.80 mm (0.9 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) Depth 57.64 mm (2.27 inches) Weight 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Battery 9-cell "smart" lithium ion: Height 22.03 mm (0.87 inches) Width 210 mm (8.27 inches) Depth 74.83 mm (2.95 inches) Weight 0.51 kg (1.13 ...lb) Voltage 11.1 VDC Charge time (approximate) Operating time Coin-cell battery 4 hours (when the computer is turned off) battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions CR-2032 78
... "smart" lithium ion: Height 22.80 mm (0.9 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) Depth 57.64 mm (2.27 inches) Weight 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Battery 9-cell "smart" lithium ion: Height 22.03 mm (0.87 inches) Width 210 mm (8.27 inches) Depth 74.83 mm (2.95 inches) Weight 0.51 kg (1.13 ...lb) Voltage 11.1 VDC Charge time (approximate) Operating time Coin-cell battery 4 hours (when the computer is turned off) battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions CR-2032 78
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Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery) 24.20 mm to 35.00 mm (0.95 inches to 1.38 inches) 292 mm (11.50 inches) 205 mm (8.07 inches) configurable to 158°F) ...
Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery) 24.20 mm to 35.00 mm (0.95 inches to 1.38 inches) 292 mm (11.50 inches) 205 mm (8.07 inches) configurable to 158°F) ...
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F finding more information 72 FTP login, anonymous 64 H hard drive activity light 27 hardware problems diagnosing 52 Hardware Troubleshooter 52 help getting assistance and support 62 I Internet connection 17 ISP Internet Service Provider 17 M memory problems solving 47 N network connection fixing 44 P Power/battery indicator light 27 power problems, solving 45 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 43 products information and purchasing 65 R resources, finding more 72 restoring factory image 60 Index 83
F finding more information 72 FTP login, anonymous 64 H hard drive activity light 27 hardware problems diagnosing 52 Hardware Troubleshooter 52 help getting assistance and support 62 I Internet connection 17 ISP Internet Service Provider 17 M memory problems solving 47 N network connection fixing 44 P Power/battery indicator light 27 power problems, solving 45 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 43 products information and purchasing 65 R resources, finding more 72 restoring factory image 60 Index 83