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...power- Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to adjust optimize your computer performance). For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. The following will significantly reduce the operating time of your computer. intensive programs such ...as complex 3D graphics applications • Running the computer in case your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Preserving the Life of a...
...power- Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to adjust optimize your computer performance). For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. The following will significantly reduce the operating time of your computer. intensive programs such ...as complex 3D graphics applications • Running the computer in case your computer to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Preserving the Life of a...
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... your computer. Damaged batteries may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. If you need to work with your Dell computer. 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... the following methods: Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
... your computer. Damaged batteries may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. If you need to work with your Dell computer. 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... the following methods: Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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.... • Configure the power management settings using two batteries, the warning applies to the combined charge of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge.
.... • Configure the power management settings using two batteries, the warning applies to the combined charge of power, hibernate mode begins automatically. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge.
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... Protection Devices, and Batteries) Charge time is longer with the computer turned on the taskbar. Disconnect the computer from overcharging. A Dell notebook battery may vary depending on airplanes, where charging of batteries may not charge when you connect the computer to room temperature.... 2 hours. US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions As of time. 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 start charging if the...
... Protection Devices, and Batteries) Charge time is longer with the computer turned on the taskbar. Disconnect the computer from overcharging. A Dell notebook battery may vary depending on airplanes, where charging of batteries may not charge when you connect the computer to room temperature.... 2 hours. US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions As of time. 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 start charging if the...
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...using is supported by your computer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). THE BATTERY MAY NOT CHARGE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. Contact Dell for instructions, see "Entering the System Setup ...D O W N . - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. 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. Run...
...using is supported by your computer (see "Contacting Dell" on page 308). THE BATTERY MAY NOT CHARGE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. Contact Dell for instructions, see "Entering the System Setup ...D O W N . - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. 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. Run...
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... BOOT WITH THIS BATTERY PLUGGED IN. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. WARNING: THE SECOND BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED.... RUN THE SETUP UTILITY TO ENABLE T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. 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 . - HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. System board failure may be defective. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE U N A B L E T ...
... BOOT WITH THIS BATTERY PLUGGED IN. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. WARNING: THE SECOND BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED.... RUN THE SETUP UTILITY TO ENABLE T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. 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 . - HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. System board failure may be defective. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE U N A B L E T ...
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...- YOUR SYSTEM AUTOMATICALLY POWERED OFF BECAUSE IT BECAME WARMER THAN EXPECTED. Contact Dell for your computer (see the documentation for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). ***PROCESSOR SSDT DATA NOT FOUND*** OPERATING SYSTEM ... L E A S E C A L L D E L L S U P P O R T W I T H E R R O R C O D E # M 1 0 0 4 . - EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. The AC adapter may be installed incorrectly, or the AC adapter or docking station may be defective. Windows Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is...
...- YOUR SYSTEM AUTOMATICALLY POWERED OFF BECAUSE IT BECAME WARMER THAN EXPECTED. Contact Dell for your computer (see the documentation for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). ***PROCESSOR SSDT DATA NOT FOUND*** OPERATING SYSTEM ... L E A S E C A L L D E L L S U P P O R T W I T H E R R O R C O D E # M 1 0 0 4 . - EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. The AC adapter may be installed incorrectly, or the AC adapter or docking station may be defective. Windows Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is...
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.... The length of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. BIOS - Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in to control display brightness. Also referred to enable technologies such as system setup. 339 A power management ...video image because of time (minutes or hours) that helps to an electrical outlet. battery operating time - basic input/output system - A AC - alternating current - advanced configuration and power interface - The length of electrical power allocated to each device attached to a management console. A ...
.... The length of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. BIOS - Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in to control display brightness. Also referred to enable technologies such as system setup. 339 A power management ...video image because of time (minutes or hours) that helps to an electrical outlet. battery operating time - basic input/output system - A AC - alternating current - advanced configuration and power interface - The length of electrical power allocated to each device attached to a management console. A ...
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...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 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Studio Laptop 20 Right...Screen (Optional 36 Using the Optical Drive 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Free Fall Sensor 45 Dell Dock 46 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 47 Solving Problems 48 Touch Screen Problems 48 Beep Codes 49 Network Problems 50 Power Problems 51 Memory...
...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 Connect to the Internet (Optional 16 Using Your Studio Laptop 20 Right...Screen (Optional 36 Using the Optical Drive 40 Removing and Replacing the Battery 42 Software Features 44 Free Fall Sensor 45 Dell Dock 46 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 47 Solving Problems 48 Touch Screen Problems 48 Beep Codes 49 Network Problems 50 Power Problems 51 Memory...
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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 computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. NOTE: Connect the power cord to the adapter firmly and ensure that the light on the adapter is on when you turn on power. 6
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 computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. NOTE: Connect the power cord to the adapter firmly and ensure that the light on the adapter is on when you turn on power. 6
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Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 67. 11 Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. 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. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 67. 11 Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. 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. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
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... the battery. 22 Place the disc in and begin reading its content. 4 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to the AC adapter to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 5 AC adapter connector - Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Optical drive - Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). The drive will damage...
... the battery. 22 Place the disc in and begin reading its content. 4 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to the AC adapter to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 5 AC adapter connector - Using Your Studio Laptop 3 Optical drive - Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). The drive will damage...
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Using Your Studio Laptop 6 Battery status light - The computer is turned off. • Solid amber - The battery is adequately charged or the computer is in standby mode. • ... battery: • Off - The battery is off when pressed. The computer is fully charged. Turns on . • Blinking white - The computer is powered by the AC adapter: • Solid white - The light indicates the following power states: • Solid white - The battery is low. 7 Power button and light - The battery charge is...
Using Your Studio Laptop 6 Battery status light - The computer is turned off. • Solid amber - The battery is adequately charged or the computer is in standby mode. • ... battery: • Off - The battery is off when pressed. The computer is fully charged. Turns on . • Blinking white - The computer is powered by the AC adapter: • Solid white - The light indicates the following power states: • Solid white - The battery is low. 7 Power button and light - The battery charge is...
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To remove the battery: 1. Slide the battery away from Dell. Using Your Studio Laptop WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn ... battery release latch to the side. 3. This computer should only use batteries from other computers. Shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). To replace the battery: Slide the battery into the battery bay, until it over. 2. Do not use a battery purchased from the battery bay.
To remove the battery: 1. Slide the battery away from Dell. Using Your Studio Laptop WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn ... battery release latch to the side. 3. This computer should only use batteries from other computers. Shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). To replace the battery: Slide the battery into the battery bay, until it over. 2. Do not use a battery purchased from the battery bay.
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... strips, and power extension cables to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). The computer is off and then turn it is either turned off - The computer resumes normal operation...
... strips, and power extension cables to verify that the computer turns on properly. • Ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 76). The computer is off and then turn it is either turned off - The computer resumes normal operation...
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... the AC adapter. 3. You can use Dell Factory Image Restore (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 68) to install on your operating system. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in when you purchased your computer. Disconnect all regions. Turn on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local...: • Backup and restore your computer to the operating state it is not available on your operating system problem. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is designed to preserve the data files on your computer, it was in all the devices (USB drive, printer,...
... the AC adapter. 3. You can use Dell Factory Image Restore (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 68) to install on your operating system. NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup may not be available in when you purchased your computer. Disconnect all regions. Turn on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local...: • Backup and restore your computer to the operating state it is not available on your operating system problem. CAUTION: Although Dell Datasafe Local Backup is designed to preserve the data files on your computer, it was in all the devices (USB drive, printer,...
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... 100-240 VAC 1.5 A/1.6 A/1.7 A 50-60 Hz 65 W or 90 W 4.34 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 3.34 A (continuous) 5.62 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 4.62 A (continuous) 19.5 +/- 1 VDC AC Adapter Dimensions: 65 W (E-Series) Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) 16 mm (0.60 inches) 15 mm (0.59 inches) (Auto-Air...
... 100-240 VAC 1.5 A/1.6 A/1.7 A 50-60 Hz 65 W or 90 W 4.34 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 3.34 A (continuous) 5.62 A (maximum at 4-second pulse) 4.62 A (continuous) 19.5 +/- 1 VDC AC Adapter Dimensions: 65 W (E-Series) Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) 16 mm (0.60 inches) 15 mm (0.59 inches) (Auto-Air...
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AC Adapter 90 W (E-Series) Height 16 mm (0.6 inches) Width 70 mm (2.8 inches) Depth 147 mm (5.8 inches) Weight (with cables) 0.34 kg (0.76 lb) Temperature ranges: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) (Auto-Air Adapter) Storage -40° to 65°C ...(-40° to 149°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) (Auto-Air Adapter) Specifications Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery and optical drive): 25.3 mm to 38.9 mm (0.10 inches to 1.23 inches) 371.6 mm (...
AC Adapter 90 W (E-Series) Height 16 mm (0.6 inches) Width 70 mm (2.8 inches) Depth 147 mm (5.8 inches) Weight (with cables) 0.34 kg (0.76 lb) Temperature ranges: Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) (Auto-Air Adapter) Storage -40° to 65°C ...(-40° to 149°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F) (Auto-Air Adapter) Specifications Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery and optical drive): 25.3 mm to 38.9 mm (0.10 inches to 1.23 inches) 371.6 mm (...
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Index A AC adapter size and weight 91 airflow, allowing 5 C calling Dell 75 CDs, playing and creating 45 chipset 80 computer capabilities 44 computer, setting up 5 Contacting Dell online 76 customer service 71 D damage, avoiding 5 DellConnect 71 Dell Diagnostics 59 Dell Factory Image Restore 68 Dell Support Center 55 Dell Touch Zone 36 Diagnostic Checklist 75 discs using 40 drivers and downloads 79 DVDs, playing and creating 45 95
Index A AC adapter size and weight 91 airflow, allowing 5 C calling Dell 75 CDs, playing and creating 45 chipset 80 computer capabilities 44 computer, setting up 5 Contacting Dell online 76 customer service 71 D damage, avoiding 5 DellConnect 71 Dell Diagnostics 59 Dell Factory Image Restore 68 Dell Support Center 55 Dell Touch Zone 36 Diagnostic Checklist 75 discs using 40 drivers and downloads 79 DVDs, playing and creating 45 95