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For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. To view the battery charge status, check the Power Meter icon on how often the battery is the ... 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 you use your computer, use your laptop computer. For more information on...
For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. To view the battery charge status, check the Power Meter icon on how often the battery is the ... 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 you use your computer, use your laptop computer. For more information on...
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...or environmental agency for advice on disposing batteries. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with a compatible battery purchased from other computers with your computer using any other external...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 the wall connector and computer, and remove any one of ...
...or environmental agency for advice on disposing batteries. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with a compatible battery purchased from other computers with your computer using any other external...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 the wall connector and computer, and remove any one of ...
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... the combined charge of the following: • Connect the computer to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Then connect the computer to optimize your laptop has this option. If the battery runs completely...
... the combined charge of the following: • Connect the computer to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Then connect the computer to optimize your laptop has this option. If the battery runs completely...
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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 continue charging the battery. Then connect the computer to an... electrical outlet. Charge time is charging. Disconnect the computer from overcharging. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you connect the computer to access Dell ControlPoint Help and additional features and options. 146 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery...
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 continue charging the battery. Then connect the computer to an... electrical outlet. Charge time is charging. Disconnect the computer from overcharging. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you connect the computer to access Dell ControlPoint Help and additional features and options. 146 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery...
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...). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. O F - Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. Contact Dell for instructions, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O C O N T I N U E , F 2 T O R U N T H E S E T U P U T I L I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. THE COMPUTER IS DOCKED AND ONLY BATTERY POWER...
...). • If memory was not removed or installed, memory module or system board failure may have occurred. O F - Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. Contact Dell for instructions, see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O C O N T I N U E , F 2 T O R U N T H E S E T U P U T I L I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. THE COMPUTER IS DOCKED AND ONLY BATTERY POWER...
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... may be installed incorrectly, or the batteries or system board may be defective. See "System Setup" on page 337). Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307. Connect the correct AC adapter. Troubleshooting 279 STRIKE THE F3 KEY (BEFORE THE F1 OR F2 KEY) IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO SEE POWER...
... may be installed incorrectly, or the batteries or system board may be defective. See "System Setup" on page 337). Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307. Connect the correct AC adapter. Troubleshooting 279 STRIKE THE F3 KEY (BEFORE THE F1 OR F2 KEY) IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO SEE POWER...
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.... 3 If the Help and Support window displays a Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter. The AC adapter may be installed incorrectly, or the AC adapter or docking station may be defective. EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). ***PROCESSOR MICROCODE UPDATE FAILURE*** THE REVISION OF PROCESSOR IN T H E S YS...
.... 3 If the Help and Support window displays a Fix a Problem section, click Hardware Troubleshooter. The AC adapter may be installed incorrectly, or the AC adapter or docking station may be defective. EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). ***PROCESSOR MICROCODE UPDATE FAILURE*** THE REVISION OF PROCESSOR IN T H E S YS...
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... hardware and the operating system. ALS - alert standards format - ASF is able to be platform- Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of electricity that allows system memory to be depleted and recharged..../output system - Also referred to be used for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your computer. A AC - alternating current - The form of electrical power allocated to each device attached to a management console. advanced configuration and power interface - ...
... hardware and the operating system. ALS - alert standards format - ASF is able to be platform- Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of electricity that allows system memory to be depleted and recharged..../output system - Also referred to be used for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your computer. A AC - alternating current - The form of electrical power allocated to each device attached to a management console. advanced configuration and power interface - ...
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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 ... 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 Power Problems 47 3
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 ... 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 Power Problems 47 3
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WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. NOTE: Connect the power cable to your computer. 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 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.
WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. NOTE: Connect the power cable to your computer. 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 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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Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 64. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 64. 11 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
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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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... data, never turn off the computer while the hard drive activity light is powered using the AC adapter. 27 NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is flashing. 3 Battery status light - Front View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop 123 1 Power indicator light - Turns on page 28. 2 Hard drive activity light - For more...
... data, never turn off the computer while the hard drive activity light is powered using the AC adapter. 27 NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is flashing. 3 Battery status light - Front View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop 123 1 Power indicator light - Turns on page 28. 2 Hard drive activity light - For more...
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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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...batteries from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. Align the tabs on the battery with your computer. WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide... the battery into place. 3. Turn off the computer and turn it clicks into the battery bay until it over. 2. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of...
...batteries from Dell. To remove the battery: 1. Align the tabs on the battery with your computer. WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of the battery bay. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide... the battery into place. 3. Turn off the computer and turn it clicks into the battery bay until it over. 2. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of...
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...on your computer - If the power indicator light is not responding - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is either turned off or in hibernate mode. • Reseat the AC adapter into both the power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet. • If...electrical outlet and that the power strip is creating interference by testing it with another 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 If the power ...
...on your computer - If the power indicator light is not responding - If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is either turned off or in hibernate mode. • Reseat the AC adapter into both the power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet. • If...electrical outlet and that the power strip is creating interference by testing it with another 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 If the power ...
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Ensure that the AC adapter is firmly connected to the computer and to see if that is no longer responding... any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 56). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 74). 48 Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not... a program crashes repeatedly - If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory modules into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support...
Ensure that the AC adapter is firmly connected to the computer and to see if that is no longer responding... any open programs you experience other memory problems - • Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 56). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 74). 48 Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not... a program crashes repeatedly - If necessary, install additional memory (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory modules into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support...
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...problem. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in when you purchased your computer. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell Factory Image Restore (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 65...install on your computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory image while preserving the data files: 1. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. 2. Disconnect...
...problem. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in when you purchased your computer. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell Factory Image Restore (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 65...install on your computer to an earlier operating state • Create system recovery media Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic To restore the factory image while preserving the data files: 1. Use Dell DataSafe Local Backup only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. 2. Disconnect...
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.... 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. Specifications Battery Types and dimensions 9-cell "smart" lithium ion Height 22.80 mm (0.90 inches) Width 214 mm...
.... 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. Specifications Battery Types and dimensions 9-cell "smart" lithium ion Height 22.80 mm (0.90 inches) Width 214 mm...
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AC Adapter Output current 65 W 3.34 A (continuous) 90 W 4.62 A (continuous) Rated output voltage 19.5 +/- 1 VDC Temperature range Operating 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) Storage -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) Specifications Physical Height 31.4 mm to 35 mm (1.23 inches to 1.37 inches) Width 423.0 mm (16.65 inches) Depth 287.0 mm (11.30 inches) Weight (with 6-cell configurable to less than battery) 3.15 kg (6.94 lb) 83
AC Adapter Output current 65 W 3.34 A (continuous) 90 W 4.62 A (continuous) Rated output voltage 19.5 +/- 1 VDC Temperature range Operating 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) Storage -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) Specifications Physical Height 31.4 mm to 35 mm (1.23 inches to 1.37 inches) Width 423.0 mm (16.65 inches) Depth 287.0 mm (11.30 inches) Weight (with 6-cell configurable to less than battery) 3.15 kg (6.94 lb) 83