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...is turned on the floor, when you are a trained service technician. also, do not block cooling vents. Do not cover the AC adapter with your AC adapter, ensure that will rise during normal operation of your computer. Avoid placing loose papers underneath your computer; CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the... in a ventilated area, such as a carrying case or a closed -in wall unit or on a bed, sofa, or rug. • Place the AC adapter in to help ensure your own personal safety and to the extension power cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable. •...
...is turned on the floor, when you are a trained service technician. also, do not block cooling vents. Do not cover the AC adapter with your AC adapter, ensure that will rise during normal operation of your computer. Avoid placing loose papers underneath your computer; CAUTION: Safety Instructions Use the... in a ventilated area, such as a carrying case or a closed -in wall unit or on a bed, sofa, or rug. • Place the AC adapter in to help ensure your own personal safety and to the extension power cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable. •...
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...disconnect all power sources, turn the computer off, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet, and remove any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • If your...you open the memory module/Mini PCI card/modem cover on the bottom of this computer. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use your computer during an electrical storm. Do not use with this product during an electrical storm unless all cables...
...disconnect all power sources, turn the computer off, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet, and remove any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. www.dell.com | support.dell.com CAUTION: Safety Instructions (continued) • If your...you open the memory module/Mini PCI card/modem cover on the bottom of this computer. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use your computer during an electrical storm. Do not use with this product during an electrical storm unless all cables...
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... children. • Do not store or leave your computer's battery in your local waste disposal agency for use caution when plugging the AC adapter's power cable into properly grounded power sources. If the battery is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may increase the risk...cause personal injury. • Keep the battery away from the power cable plug. These power cables may explode. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of electric shock and/or fire. If you are approved for disposal instructions. When heated to ...
... children. • Do not store or leave your computer's battery in your local waste disposal agency for use caution when plugging the AC adapter's power cable into properly grounded power sources. If the battery is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may increase the risk...cause personal injury. • Keep the battery away from the power cable plug. These power cables may explode. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of electric shock and/or fire. If you are approved for disposal instructions. When heated to ...
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..., liquids, temperature extremes, and overexposure to sunlight. • When you connect a cable make sure both connectors are asked to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, remove any connector pins. You can put your computer through an X-ray security machine, but never put your computer through a metal detector. • When...
..., liquids, temperature extremes, and overexposure to sunlight. • When you connect a cable make sure both connectors are asked to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, remove any connector pins. You can put your computer through an X-ray security machine, but never put your computer through a metal detector. • When...
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Connecting the AC Adapter 14 System Infor mation Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer 1 Unpack the accessories box. 2 Set aside the contents of the accessories box, which you have ordered. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector and to complete the setup of your computer. The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) you will need to the electrical outlet.
Connecting the AC Adapter 14 System Infor mation Guide www.dell.com | support.dell.com Setting Up Your Computer 1 Unpack the accessories box. 2 Set aside the contents of the accessories box, which you have ordered. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector and to complete the setup of your computer. The accessories box also contains user documentation and any software or additional hardware (such as PC Cards, drives, or batteries) you will need to the electrical outlet.
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CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 23 4 1 fans (2) 2 AC adapter connector 3 PS/2 connector 4 video connector 5 6 78 5 docking connector 6 parallel connector 7 serial connector 8 USB connectors (2) System Infor mation Guide 19 Back View NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before you disconnect an external device.
CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Doing so can damage the computer or cause a fire. 1 23 4 1 fans (2) 2 AC adapter connector 3 PS/2 connector 4 video connector 5 6 78 5 docking connector 6 parallel connector 7 serial connector 8 USB connectors (2) System Infor mation Guide 19 Back View NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, wait 5 seconds after turning off the computer before you disconnect an external device.
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... damaging the cable. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, wait 5 seconds after turning off . The AC adapter converts AC power to the computer. PS/2 Connector NOTE: You can connect the AC adapter with the device, and restart the computer. If the device does not work, install the device drivers ...that came with your computer, as well as a mouse, keyboard, or external numeric keypad. See "Using the Display." Attach the 90-watt AC adapter to the DC power required by the computer. NOTE: For best system performance, use the integrated keyboard and an external keyboard at the same ...
... damaging the cable. NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, wait 5 seconds after turning off . The AC adapter converts AC power to the computer. PS/2 Connector NOTE: You can connect the AC adapter with the device, and restart the computer. If the device does not work, install the device drivers ...that came with your computer, as well as a mouse, keyboard, or external numeric keypad. See "Using the Display." Attach the 90-watt AC adapter to the DC power required by the computer. NOTE: For best system performance, use the integrated keyboard and an external keyboard at the same ...
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... degradation. The computer displays a warning message and (if you have only about the battery life span. Charging the Battery NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in 1 to 15 minutes of battery operating time remain. The battery internal circuitry prevents the battery from the... Slide and hold the status button on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from overcharging. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Health Gauge The battery life span is largely determined by the number of times...
... degradation. The computer displays a warning message and (if you have only about the battery life span. Charging the Battery NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in 1 to 15 minutes of battery operating time remain. The battery internal circuitry prevents the battery from the... Slide and hold the status button on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from overcharging. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Health Gauge The battery life span is largely determined by the number of times...
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... from which a portable computer battery is a bootable CD. A standard to boot. B backup - battery operating time - BIOS - Also referred to an AC adapter and an electrical outlet. Specifies the order of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. bootable CD... not connected to as an interface between the video circuitry and the computer memory. The smallest unit of electricity that you plug the AC adapter power cable in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of time (years) during which the computer attempts to define a mechanism...
... from which a portable computer battery is a bootable CD. A standard to boot. B backup - battery operating time - BIOS - Also referred to an AC adapter and an electrical outlet. Specifies the order of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. bootable CD... not connected to as an interface between the video circuitry and the computer memory. The smallest unit of electricity that you plug the AC adapter power cable in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of time (years) during which the computer attempts to define a mechanism...
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... and computer cool to an electrical outlet. Reseat the memory modules - Test the electrical outlet - Contact Dell. Eliminate possible interference - If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may be defective. Check the AC adapter cable connections. Connect the computer to room temperature. for Your Computer Your computer's Intel® Pentium...
... and computer cool to an electrical outlet. Reseat the memory modules - Test the electrical outlet - Contact Dell. Eliminate possible interference - If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may be defective. Check the AC adapter cable connections. Connect the computer to room temperature. for Your Computer Your computer's Intel® Pentium...
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...-mAh and 3600-mAh batteries from Dell. or 3800-mAh battery) must be faulty. Likewise, you can purchase an additional 90-W AC adapter from older Dell™ computers, but they will decrease system performance. Using less-powerful AC adapters or batteries may be installed in ...the computer. System will discharge faster. NOTICE: Do not use the 90-W AC adapter (with the computer running ...
...-mAh and 3600-mAh batteries from Dell. or 3800-mAh battery) must be faulty. Likewise, you can purchase an additional 90-W AC adapter from older Dell™ computers, but they will decrease system performance. Using less-powerful AC adapters or batteries may be installed in ...the computer. System will discharge faster. NOTICE: Do not use the 90-W AC adapter (with the computer running ...
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...is running out of -day not set-please run the System Setup program - Unexpected interrupt in dock ... Warning: 70 Watt AC adapter detected ... Warning: AC loss detected ... Typical of messages notifying you that your computer is blank NOTE: If you that your computer to an electrical ...standby mode. When the light is in "Dell Diagnostics." l If the light is blinking, the computer is blinking, the computer has power. l If the light is not ready - Connect the computer to charge the battery. System configuration error: No AC adapter detected in protected mode - For further ...
...is running out of -day not set-please run the System Setup program - Unexpected interrupt in dock ... Warning: 70 Watt AC adapter detected ... Warning: AC loss detected ... Typical of messages notifying you that your computer is blank NOTE: If you that your computer to an electrical ...standby mode. When the light is in "Dell Diagnostics." l If the light is blinking, the computer is blinking, the computer has power. l If the light is not ready - Connect the computer to charge the battery. System configuration error: No AC adapter detected in protected mode - For further ...
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... standby in the Dell Diagnostics. Windows 2000 1. Run the Video diagnostics tests - See "Error Messages" - Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. Try different settings for instructions on the computer and the monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Check the AC adapter - Check the AC adapter cable connections...
... standby in the Dell Diagnostics. Windows 2000 1. Run the Video diagnostics tests - See "Error Messages" - Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. Try different settings for instructions on the computer and the monitor and adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Check the AC adapter - Check the AC adapter cable connections...
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... the display and place the computer right-side up the Properties window so that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, Dell recommends that it in your warranty coverage. Replace the battery. 15. The Properties window appears. NOTE: See your System Information Guide... connectors on the Contents tab, click Windows 2000 troubleshooters, and then click Hardware. Wipe off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, and then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. NOTICE: Do not use artificial means, such as a hair dryer or a fan, to ...
... the display and place the computer right-side up the Properties window so that the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, Dell recommends that it in your warranty coverage. Replace the battery. 15. The Properties window appears. NOTE: See your System Information Guide... connectors on the Contents tab, click Windows 2000 troubleshooters, and then click Hardware. Wipe off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, and then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. NOTICE: Do not use artificial means, such as a hair dryer or a fan, to ...
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Turn off any open programs, and shut down the computer. 2. If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell. Remove and reinstall the battery. 5. Turn on your warranty coverage. Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the computer. 4. 1. Save and close any open files, exit any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. 3. NOTE: See your System Information Guide for information on the computer.
Turn off any open programs, and shut down the computer. 2. If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell. Remove and reinstall the battery. 5. Turn on your warranty coverage. Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the computer. 4. 1. Save and close any open files, exit any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the electrical outlet. 3. NOTE: See your System Information Guide for information on the computer.
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... touch unpainted metal on the system board. NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use of memory from Dell are covered under your System Information Guide. 1. If you purchase the same type of the 266-MHz DDR DDRAM memory modules sold ...NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell. Save and close any open files, exit any installed PC Cards. 4. See "Specifications" for information on the memory supported by their edges, and do so periodically during this procedure. Remove all installed batteries, and disconnect the AC adapter cable and any external devices ...
... touch unpainted metal on the system board. NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use of memory from Dell are covered under your System Information Guide. 1. If you purchase the same type of the 266-MHz DDR DDRAM memory modules sold ...NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell. Save and close any open files, exit any installed PC Cards. 4. See "Specifications" for information on the memory supported by their edges, and do so periodically during this procedure. Remove all installed batteries, and disconnect the AC adapter cable and any external devices ...
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...CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in the center of the module firmly into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer. 10. Replace the cover and screw(s). NOTE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.... detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. Align the notch in the module with the slot in your computer, Dell has already installed the card for you do not feel a click. If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer does ...
...CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety instructions in the center of the module firmly into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer. 10. Replace the cover and screw(s). NOTE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.... detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. Align the notch in the module with the slot in your computer, Dell has already installed the card for you do not feel a click. If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer does ...
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... Memory module capacities Memory type Standard memory Maximum memory Memory clock speed Ports and Connectors Serial Parallel Video Display Keyboard Touch Pad Track Stick Battery AC Adapter Physical Environmental Intel® Mobile Pentium® 4 8 KB (internal) 512 KB 400 MHz front-side bus Intel 845MP 128 bits 32 bits 4 Mb 32-bit...
... Memory module capacities Memory type Standard memory Maximum memory Memory clock speed Ports and Connectors Serial Parallel Video Display Keyboard Touch Pad Track Stick Battery AC Adapter Physical Environmental Intel® Mobile Pentium® 4 8 KB (internal) 512 KB 400 MHz front-side bus Intel 845MP 128 bits 32 bits 4 Mb 32-bit...
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... 2.5 to 3 hours 400 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output voltage 90 to 135 VAC and 164 to 264 VAC 1.5 A 47 to... 180° ±40° +10°/-30° 0.20 x 0.20 mm (SXGA+) 0.19 x 0.19 mm (UXGA) 4.7 W using battery 6.2 W using AC power brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts Keyboard Number of keys Key travel Key spacing Layout 87 (U.S.
... 2.5 to 3 hours 400 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output voltage 90 to 135 VAC and 164 to 264 VAC 1.5 A 47 to... 180° ±40° +10°/-30° 0.20 x 0.20 mm (SXGA+) 0.19 x 0.19 mm (UXGA) 4.7 W using battery 6.2 W using AC power brightness can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts Keyboard Number of keys Key travel Key spacing Layout 87 (U.S.
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... the Computer l Remove any spare batteries you . l Fully charge the main battery and any external devices attached to Dell. NOTICE: When the display is company-owned-to speed your car or in this file. NOTE: To better protect your... driver's license number) on the keyboard could damage the display. l To make the computer as light as your computer, Dell carrying cases must pass extensive shock and vibration tests. l Remove any devices installed in the trunk of data. l Pack ...as paper clips, pens, and paper, from the computer or carrying case. l Disconnect the AC adapter.
... the Computer l Remove any spare batteries you . l Fully charge the main battery and any external devices attached to Dell. NOTICE: When the display is company-owned-to speed your car or in this file. NOTE: To better protect your... driver's license number) on the keyboard could damage the display. l To make the computer as light as your computer, Dell carrying cases must pass extensive shock and vibration tests. l Remove any devices installed in the trunk of data. l Pack ...as paper clips, pens, and paper, from the computer or carrying case. l Disconnect the AC adapter.