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... → System and Maintenance → Power Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 135 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Setting Power Options Windows Vista® Using Power Plans Windows Vista provides three power plans that you can use or configure to your needs. Power plans manage how your computer uses power by adapting processor speed to meet your activity...
... → System and Maintenance → Power Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 135 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Setting Power Options Windows Vista® Using Power Plans Windows Vista provides three power plans that you can use or configure to your needs. Power plans manage how your computer uses power by adapting processor speed to meet your activity...
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... sometimes permanent damage to your computer. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for modem protection. Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for certain types of different devices. Power Protection Devices Interference or fluctuations in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the...
... sometimes permanent damage to your computer. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for modem protection. Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for certain types of different devices. Power Protection Devices Interference or fluctuations in your area, disconnect the telephone line from the...
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... laptop computer, see Maintaining Your Computer for the First Time Power Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on how often the battery is used . For ...of the battery decreases over time depending on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) The life of your battery is fully charged. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. Using Your Laptop ...
... laptop computer, see Maintaining Your Computer for the First Time Power Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on how often the battery is used . For ...of the battery decreases over time depending on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) The life of your battery is fully charged. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. Using Your Laptop ...
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... the computer, and slide the battery out of fire or chemical burn. The battery is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from other external cables from the computer to temperatures above 65°C (..., Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the computer. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to avoid possible connector damage. Keep the battery away from Dell. If you need to work with your computer using any ...
... the computer, and slide the battery out of fire or chemical burn. The battery is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from other external cables from the computer to temperatures above 65°C (..., Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the computer. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to avoid possible connector damage. Keep the battery away from Dell. If you need to work with your computer using any ...
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..., Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 145 battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is connected to the combined charge of time. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. 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 your computer's power...
..., Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 145 battery life is largely determined by the number of times the battery is connected to the combined charge of time. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. 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 your computer's power...
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...is hot from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to access Dell ControlPoint Help and additional features and options. 146 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Disconnect the computer from being used in your computer or being in...where charging of January 1, 2008, the US DOT prohibits spare (loose) lithium batteries in Dell ControlPoint. NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is turned off, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to an electrical ...
...is hot from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to access Dell ControlPoint Help and additional features and options. 146 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Disconnect the computer from being used in your computer or being in...where charging of January 1, 2008, the US DOT prohibits spare (loose) lithium batteries in Dell ControlPoint. NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, when the computer is turned off, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to an electrical ...
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...; If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. THIS CAN HAPPEN IF THE POWER ADAPTER IS MISSING, THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED, OR THE COMPUTER IS NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED TO THE DOCKING STATION. D A Y N O T S E T - Run the...
...; If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. THIS CAN HAPPEN IF THE POWER ADAPTER IS MISSING, THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED, OR THE COMPUTER IS NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED TO THE DOCKING STATION. D A Y N O T S E T - Run the...
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... Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). RUN THE SETUP UTILITY TO ENABLE T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. Connect the correct AC adapter. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER ... may be installed incorrectly, or the battery or system board may be defective. BATTERY IS CRITICALLY LOW. YOUR POWER ADAPTER DOES NOT SUPPLY ENOUGH POWER TO RUN THE ATTACHED DOCKING STATION. THE RECOMMENDED XXX-W AC ADAPTER ORIGINALLY SHIPPED. 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...
... Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). RUN THE SETUP UTILITY TO ENABLE T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. Connect the correct AC adapter. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER ... may be installed incorrectly, or the battery or system board may be defective. BATTERY IS CRITICALLY LOW. YOUR POWER ADAPTER DOES NOT SUPPLY ENOUGH POWER TO RUN THE ATTACHED DOCKING STATION. THE RECOMMENDED XXX-W AC ADAPTER ORIGINALLY SHIPPED. 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...
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..., select the option that best describes the problem. YOUR SYSTEM AUTOMATICALLY POWERED OFF BECAUSE IT BECAME WARMER THAN EXPECTED. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). ***PROCESSOR MICROCODE UPDATE FAILURE*** THE REVISION OF PROCESSOR... IN T H E S YS T E M I N U E . - STRIKE THE F3 KEY TO CLEAR THE UL COUNTER, ANY OTHER KEY TO C O N T I S N O T S U P P O R T E D . - EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. The AC adapter...
..., select the option that best describes the problem. YOUR SYSTEM AUTOMATICALLY POWERED OFF BECAUSE IT BECAME WARMER THAN EXPECTED. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). ***PROCESSOR MICROCODE UPDATE FAILURE*** THE REVISION OF PROCESSOR... IN T H E S YS T E M I N U E . - STRIKE THE F3 KEY TO CLEAR THE UL COUNTER, ANY OTHER KEY TO C O N T I S N O T S U P P O R T E D . - EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. The AC adapter...
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...to the correct graphics card (for dual graphics card configurations). • If you are using the optional DVI-to-VGA adapter, ensure that the adapter is correctly attached to resume normal operation. however, the card is Blank NOTE: For troubleshooting procedures, see the Regulatory ...for monitor cable connectors to support.dell.com. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any video extension cables and connect the monitor directly to the computer. • Swap the computer and monitor power cables to determine if the monitor's power cable is defective. •...
...to the correct graphics card (for dual graphics card configurations). • If you are using the optional DVI-to-VGA adapter, ensure that the adapter is correctly attached to resume normal operation. however, the card is Blank NOTE: For troubleshooting procedures, see the Regulatory ...for monitor cable connectors to support.dell.com. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any video extension cables and connect the monitor directly to the computer. • Swap the computer and monitor power cables to determine if the monitor's power cable is defective. •...
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... amount of electricity that allows system memory to as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot plug. alternating current - accelerated graphics port - A dedicated graphics port that powers your computer when you understand what effect these settings have on the computer, do not change them. alert standards format - B battery life span - battery operating...-independent. The length of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. BIOS - basic input/output system - Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in to the computer.
... amount of electricity that allows system memory to as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot plug. alternating current - accelerated graphics port - A dedicated graphics port that powers your computer when you understand what effect these settings have on the computer, do not change them. alert standards format - B battery life span - battery operating...-independent. The length of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. BIOS - basic input/output system - Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in to the computer.
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..., such as 800 x 600, is a local bus that uses optical technology to the PCMCIA standard. P partition - PC Card - Modems and network adapters are Plug and Play compliant. PCI Express - The organization that boosts the data transfer rate between two devices through the processor as date, time, and... other system setup options that stores data when the computer is turned off or loses its external power source. Pixels are capable of transferring data between the processor and the devices attached to 4 GB/sec. POST - nonvolatile random access ...
..., such as 800 x 600, is a local bus that uses optical technology to the PCMCIA standard. P partition - PC Card - Modems and network adapters are Plug and Play compliant. PCI Express - The organization that boosts the data transfer rate between two devices through the processor as date, time, and... other system setup options that stores data when the computer is turned off or loses its external power source. Pixels are capable of transferring data between the processor and the devices attached to 4 GB/sec. POST - nonvolatile random access ...
Setup Guide
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Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up...Touch Pad Gestures 32 Multimedia Control Keys 34 Using the Optical Drive 36 Display Features 38 Removing and Replacing the Battery 40 Software Features 42 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 43 Dell Dock 44 Solving Problems 45 Beep Codes 45 Network Problems 46...
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Install the SIM Card (Optional 12 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 14 Set Up...Touch Pad Gestures 32 Multimedia Control Keys 34 Using the Optical Drive 36 Display Features 38 Removing and Replacing the Battery 40 Software Features 42 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 43 Dell Dock 44 Solving Problems 45 Beep Codes 45 Network Problems 46...
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However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the adapter firmly and ensure that the light on the adapter is on when you turn on power. 6 NOTE: Connect the power cable to your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector.
However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the adapter firmly and ensure that the light on the adapter is on when you turn on power. 6 NOTE: Connect the power cable to your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector.
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features 1 2 3 1 AC adapter connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 VGA connector - Connect to a monitor or projector. 26 Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (2) -
Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features 1 2 3 1 AC adapter connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 3 VGA connector - Connect to a monitor or projector. 26 Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 2.0 connectors (2) -
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... more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indiactors" on when the computer reads or writes data. For more information on the power indicator light, see "Status Lights and Indicators"on page 28. NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is flashing. 3 Battery status light - ...CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while the hard drive activity light is powered using the AC adapter. 27 Front View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop 123 1 Power indicator light -
... more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indiactors" on when the computer reads or writes data. For more information on the power indicator light, see "Status Lights and Indicators"on page 28. NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is flashing. 3 Battery status light - ...CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while the hard drive activity light is powered using the AC adapter. 27 Front View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop 123 1 Power indicator light -
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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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... mode. • Reseat the AC adapter into both the power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the AC adapter is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is turned on properly. •... device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. Move the pointer using the connected mouse or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. 47 Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that hinders reception on . The display...
... mode. • Reseat the AC adapter into both the power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet. • If the AC adapter is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is turned on properly. •... device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. Move the pointer using the connected mouse or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. 47 Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that hinders reception on . The display...
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... Battery Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.7 A Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W or 90 W Coin-cell battery CR-2032 AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer.
... Battery Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.7 A Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 65 W or 90 W Coin-cell battery CR-2032 AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer.