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... Using Your Laptop Computer for the 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 Area...
... Using Your Laptop Computer for the 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 Area...
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... • Alarms - OR • Depending on how you set alarms for low or critical battery power (laptop computers) Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 137 select preconfigured settings for a notebook computer. • Press . NOTE: Some PC Cards...for your computer: • Power Schemes - To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Windows® XP Configuring Your Power Settings 1 Click Start → Control Panel → Performance and Maintenance...
... • Alarms - OR • Depending on how you set alarms for low or critical battery power (laptop computers) Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 137 select preconfigured settings for a notebook computer. • Press . NOTE: Some PC Cards...for your computer: • Power Schemes - To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Windows® XP Configuring Your Power Settings 1 Click Start → Control Panel → Performance and Maintenance...
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... display for a notebook computer. • Press . NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer. Your computer enters hibernate if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Then press and hold the key, and click Hibernate. Remove and reinsert the card, or simply restart (reboot) your computer is... on the hard drive and then completely turning off computer. To exit hibernate, press the power button. Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 139 When the computer exits hibernate, it returns to exit hibernate.
... display for a notebook computer. • Press . NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer. Your computer enters hibernate if the battery charge level becomes critically low. Then press and hold the key, and click Hibernate. Remove and reinsert the card, or simply restart (reboot) your computer is... on the hard drive and then completely turning off computer. To exit hibernate, press the power button. Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 139 When the computer exits hibernate, it returns to exit hibernate.
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...is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). The battery charges while AC power is interrupted. One battery is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. Connect other devices, such as standard equipment in the battery bay. An uniterruptible power supply (UPS)...of power while data is supplied as a printer, to a separate power strip that they continuously charge the battery and continuously run the equipment off battery power. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to connected devices when AC power is available. See the UPS...
...is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). The battery charges while AC power is interrupted. One battery is being saved to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage. Connect other devices, such as standard equipment in the battery bay. An uniterruptible power supply (UPS)...of power while data is supplied as a printer, to a separate power strip that they continuously charge the battery and continuously run the equipment off battery power. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to connected devices when AC power is available. See the UPS...
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... the time the battery can hold a charge, varies depending on how you use your computer, use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on preserving the battery life of your computer to an ... Preserving the Life of a Battery The operating time of the battery decreases over time depending on the taskbar. To view the battery charge status, check the Power Meter icon on how often the battery is used . The life of a battery, which it is fully charged. Using Your Laptop Computer for ...
... the time the battery can hold a charge, varies depending on how you use your computer, use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on preserving the battery life of your computer to an ... Preserving the Life of a Battery The operating time of the battery decreases over time depending on the taskbar. To view the battery charge status, check the Power Meter icon on how often the battery is used . The life of a battery, which it is fully charged. Using Your Laptop Computer for ...
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... and until it . 2 Ensure that shipped with your Dell computer. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on your laptop computer, follow these procedures, turn off . 3 Slide the battery-bay latch release(s) on disposing batteries. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your laptop computer. Your battery will vary depending on your local waste disposal or...
... and until it . 2 Ensure that shipped with your Dell computer. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on your laptop computer, follow these procedures, turn off . 3 Slide the battery-bay latch release(s) on disposing batteries. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your laptop computer. Your battery will vary depending on your local waste disposal or...
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... battery charge. Charge Left on the Battery To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the battery charge gauge for at least 3 seconds. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, three of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge...
... battery charge. Charge Left on the Battery To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the battery charge gauge for at least 3 seconds. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, three of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge...
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... you are using Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. You can change the settings for the battery alarms through the power management options in Windows (see "Setting Power Options" on page...
... you are using Microsoft Windows Power Options to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. You can change the settings for the battery alarms through the power management options in Windows (see "Setting Power Options" on page...
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... computer for an extended period of time. A Dell notebook battery may be allowed. Charge time is switched Off. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use the Battery Charge Disable feature in Dell ControlPoint. Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager You can use it. Click the icon to continue charging the battery. NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is useful...
... computer for an extended period of time. A Dell notebook battery may be allowed. Charge time is switched Off. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use the Battery Charge Disable feature in Dell ControlPoint. Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager You can use it. Click the icon to continue charging the battery. NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is useful...
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... ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. THE BATTERY MAY NOT CHARGE. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. THE COMPUTER IS DOCKED AND ONLY BATTERY POWER IS DETECTED. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. S... have occurred. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE, TRY TO RESEAT THE MEMORY. Enter the system setup program and ...
... ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. THE BATTERY MAY NOT CHARGE. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. THE COMPUTER IS DOCKED AND ONLY BATTERY POWER IS DETECTED. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. S... have occurred. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE, TRY TO RESEAT THE MEMORY. Enter the system setup program and ...
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...). STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - THIS WILL INCREASE THE TIME TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. 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 S R E M O V E D . - For computers with two batteries installed, the primary battery may be installed incorrectly, or the battery or system board may be defective. WARNING: THE BATTERIES CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE UNABLE TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY. - The battery may be installed incorrectly, or the...
...). STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - THIS WILL INCREASE THE TIME TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. 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 S R E M O V E D . - For computers with two batteries installed, the primary battery may be installed incorrectly, or the battery or system board may be defective. WARNING: THE BATTERIES CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE UNABLE TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY. - The battery may be installed incorrectly, or the...
Setup Guide
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A blinking light indicates hard drive activity. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features 1 23 1 Power indicator light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on when the computer reads or writes data. CAUTION: To... drive activity light is powered using an AC adapter. 26 NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is flashing. 3 Battery status light - Turns on page 28. 2 Hard drive activity light - Indicates the battery charge status. Indicates the power states. For more information on the power indicator...
A blinking light indicates hard drive activity. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features 1 23 1 Power indicator light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on when the computer reads or writes data. CAUTION: To... drive activity light is powered using an AC adapter. 26 NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is flashing. 3 Battery status light - Turns on page 28. 2 Hard drive activity light - Indicates the battery charge status. Indicates the power states. For more information on the power indicator...
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Attaches a commercially available security cable to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 VGA connector - Connects to the computer. NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 27 Connects to the AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 4 Security cable slot - Back View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 34 1 AC adapter connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 2.0 connector -
Attaches a commercially available security cable to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 VGA connector - Connects to the computer. NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer. 27 Connects to the AC adapter to a monitor or projector. 4 Security cable slot - Back View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop 12 34 1 AC adapter connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 2.0 connector -
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate off/hibernate Battery charge level 98% 10%
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate off/hibernate Battery charge level 98% 10%
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Battery Types and dimensions: 9-cell "smart" lithium ion Height 22.80 mm (0.90 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) Depth 78.76 mm (3.10 inches) Weight 0.52 kg (1.15 lb) 6-cell "smart" lithium ion Height 22.80 mm (0.90 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) Depth 57.64 mm (2.27 inches) Weight 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Specifications Battery Voltage Charge time (approximate): Operating time Coin-cell battery 11.1 VDC (6/9 cell) 4 hours (when the computer is turned off) Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. CR-2032 83
Battery Types and dimensions: 9-cell "smart" lithium ion Height 22.80 mm (0.90 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) Depth 78.76 mm (3.10 inches) Weight 0.52 kg (1.15 lb) 6-cell "smart" lithium ion Height 22.80 mm (0.90 inches) Width 214 mm (8.43 inches) Depth 57.64 mm (2.27 inches) Weight 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Specifications Battery Voltage Charge time (approximate): Operating time Coin-cell battery 11.1 VDC (6/9 cell) 4 hours (when the computer is turned off) Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. CR-2032 83