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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...
... 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...
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... Ensure Security)" on page 125 • Your system administrator • support.dell.com. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about shutting down with active programs will help you have shut down your computer. Starting Your Computer in a limited state. See "Replacing a Battery" on page 143. Shutting Down Your Computer 107 Write down the... your computer in Safe Mode Safe mode is displayed when the computer stops responding, write down any error messages that may want to remove and replace the battery for at least 8 seconds.
... Ensure Security)" on page 125 • Your system administrator • support.dell.com. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about shutting down with active programs will help you have shut down your computer. Starting Your Computer in a limited state. See "Replacing a Battery" on page 143. Shutting Down Your Computer 107 Write down the... your computer in Safe Mode Safe mode is displayed when the computer stops responding, write down any error messages that may want to remove and replace the battery for at least 8 seconds.
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... a docking device, undock it clicks into place. Replacing a Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of batteries with household waste. Do not use a battery from other external cables from the computer to temperatures above 65°C (149°F). When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your Dell computer. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble...
... a docking device, undock it clicks into place. Replacing a Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of batteries with household waste. Do not use a battery from other external cables from the computer to temperatures above 65°C (149°F). When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your Dell computer. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble...
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...the Health of the total battery charge. Each light represents incremental degradation. Charge Left on the Battery To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on . To check the amount of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. 144 Power (Power ...Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, three of times it is ...
...the Health of the total battery charge. Each light represents incremental degradation. Charge Left on the Battery To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on . To check the amount of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. 144 Power (Power ...Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) If five lights appear, less than 80 percent of its charge remaining, three of times it is ...
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FOR HELP IN RESOLVING THIS PROBLEM, PLEASE NOTE THIS C H E C K P O I N T A N D C O N T A C T D E L L TE C H N I L U R E - Replace the battery (see the documentation shipped with your computer for your computer). D I S K R E A D F A I C A L S U P P O R T - Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. H A R D - Possible HDD failure during HDD boot test (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for assistance). System Messages for Desktop Computers NOTE: If the message you...
FOR HELP IN RESOLVING THIS PROBLEM, PLEASE NOTE THIS C H E C K P O I N T A N D C O N T A C T D E L L TE C H N I L U R E - Replace the battery (see the documentation shipped with your computer for your computer). D I S K R E A D F A I C A L S U P P O R T - Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. H A R D - Possible HDD failure during HDD boot test (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337 for assistance). System Messages for Desktop Computers NOTE: If the message you...
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... system setup program and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 292. This message applies to notebook computers that the configuration information for the... V A L I V E - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308. N O B O O T S E C T O R O N H A R D - See "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 292. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. ( V A L U E) - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 281). NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE - TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK STOPPED - STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR...
... system setup program and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 292. This message applies to notebook computers that the configuration information for the... V A L I V E - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 308. N O B O O T S E C T O R O N H A R D - See "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 292. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. ( V A L U E) - See "Lockups and Software Problems" on page 281). NO BOOT DEVICE AVAILABLE - TIME-OF-DAY CLOCK STOPPED - STRIKE F1 TO RETRY BOOT, F2 FOR...
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...or greater AC adapter. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. THE AC POWER ADAPTER WATTAGE AND TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH ... the requirement of an AC power adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to the computer or docking station. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. O F - Connect a 130-W or greater AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED...
...or greater AC adapter. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. THE AC POWER ADAPTER WATTAGE AND TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH ... the requirement of an AC power adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to the computer or docking station. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. O F - Connect a 130-W or greater AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED...
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... AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - For computers with two batteries installed, the primary battery may be installed incorrectly, or the battery or system board may be defective. WARNING: THE BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT BOOT WITH THIS BATTERY PLUGGED IN. HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. Contact Dell for...
... AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - For computers with two batteries installed, the primary battery may be installed incorrectly, or the battery or system board may be defective. WARNING: THE BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT BOOT WITH THIS BATTERY PLUGGED IN. HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. Contact Dell for...
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... Computer. See "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on the computer, or if an incorrect time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replace the battery only with your computer). R E P L A C E T H E B A T T E R Y - Windows Vista® • Click Start → and click Computer. Solving Problems...
... Computer. See "Maintenance Tasks (Enhance Performance and Ensure Security)" on the computer, or if an incorrect time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replace the battery only with your computer). R E P L A C E T H E B A T T E R Y - Windows Vista® • Click Start → and click Computer. Solving Problems...
Setup Guide
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... (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery 22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 26 Back View Features 28 Front View Features 29 Status... Lights and Indicators 30 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 32 Touch Pad Gestures 34 Multimedia Control Keys 36 Using the Optical Drive 38 Display Features 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery...
... (Optional 14 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Install Software Using Dell Digital Delivery 22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 26 Back View Features 28 Front View Features 29 Status... Lights and Indicators 30 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 32 Touch Pad Gestures 34 Multimedia Control Keys 36 Using the Optical Drive 38 Display Features 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery...
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.... Turn off your computer unusable and you to connect to see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 42). 3. Replace the battery (see if you have purchased a Mobile Broadband card. To install the SIM card: 1. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot if you have not... purchased a computer with a Mobile Broadband card. To remove the SIM card, press and eject the SIM card. 12 Check your cellular service provider. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM ...
.... Turn off your computer unusable and you to connect to see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 42). 3. Replace the battery (see if you have purchased a Mobile Broadband card. To install the SIM card: 1. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot if you have not... purchased a computer with a Mobile Broadband card. To remove the SIM card, press and eject the SIM card. 12 Check your cellular service provider. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM ...
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...(including the AC adapter). Slide the battery into the battery bay until it over. 2. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. Slide the battery release latch and the battery lock latch to the lock position....the computer and turn it clicks into place. 3. Align the tabs on the battery bay. 2. Slide the battery lock latch to the unlock positions. 3. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the...
...(including the AC adapter). Slide the battery into the battery bay until it over. 2. This computer should only use batteries from Dell. WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. Slide the battery release latch and the battery lock latch to the lock position....the computer and turn it clicks into place. 3. Align the tabs on the battery bay. 2. Slide the battery lock latch to the unlock positions. 3. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the...
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... the cause and action needed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for the same error. Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or Contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com). 55 Alert! Using Support Tools System Messages If your hard drive or at checkpoint [nnnn...
... the cause and action needed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for the same error. Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals) or Contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com). 55 Alert! Using Support Tools System Messages If your hard drive or at checkpoint [nnnn...
Service Manual
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... released from the tabs on your computer. Replace the battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Tighten the captive screw that secures the base cover to the computer base. 4. Back to Contents Page Base Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover WARNING: Before working...
... released from the tabs on your computer. Replace the battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Tighten the captive screw that secures the base cover to the computer base. 4. Back to Contents Page Base Cover Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover WARNING: Before working...
Service Manual
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...battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Remove the battery (see Removing the Palm Rest). 8. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Battery). 3. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the system board. 1 Bluetooth module Replacing ...Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing the Bluetooth Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that ...
...battery (see Removing the Battery) before working inside the computer. Remove the battery (see Removing the Palm Rest). 8. Remove the palm rest (see Removing the Battery). 3. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the system board. 1 Bluetooth module Replacing ...Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Internal Module With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Module Replacing the Bluetooth Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that ...
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Replace the base cover (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 6. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Base Cover). 8. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace memory module(s) (see Replacing the Keyboard). 5. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 7. Back to the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to Contents Page 4. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery).
Replace the base cover (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 6. Replace the optical drive (see Replacing the Base Cover). 8. CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace memory module(s) (see Replacing the Keyboard). 5. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)). 7. Back to the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to Contents Page 4. Replace the battery (see Replacing the Battery).
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.... Remove the display bezel (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 5. Remove the battery (see Removing the Display Assembly). 9. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Battery). 3. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing the Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer. Follow the instructions...
.... Remove the display bezel (see Removing the Memory Module(s)). 5. Remove the battery (see Removing the Display Assembly). 9. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Battery). 3. Back to Contents Page Camera Module Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Camera Module Replacing the Camera Module WARNING: Before working inside your computer. Follow the instructions...
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... so may result in Before You Begin. 2. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 7. Replace the mettalic tape that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Keyboard). 9. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 8. Replace memory module(s) (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 10. Failure to the...
... so may result in Before You Begin. 2. Replace the display assembly (see Replacing the Battery). Replace the battery (see Replacing the Display Assembly). 7. Replace the mettalic tape that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Replace the palm rest (see Replacing the Keyboard). 9. Replace the keyboard (see Replacing the Palm Rest). 8. Replace memory module(s) (see Replacing the Optical Drive). 10. Failure to the...
Service Manual
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Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside the computer. Follow the instructions in damage to the computer. Hold the coin-cell battery with your warranty. CAUTION: Before turning on your computer). Back to the system board, remove...
Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside the computer. Follow the instructions in damage to the computer. Hold the coin-cell battery with your warranty. CAUTION: Before turning on your computer). Back to the system board, remove...
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...: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer). Slide and lift the battery out of the battery bay. 1 battery release latch 2 battery 3 battery lock latch Replacing the Battery 1. Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by...
...: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer). Slide and lift the battery out of the battery bay. 1 battery release latch 2 battery 3 battery lock latch Replacing the Battery 1. Back to Contents Page Battery Dell™ Inspiron™ N5010/M5010 Service Manual Removing the Battery Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by...