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For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is used . Preserving the Life of a Battery The operating time of a battery, which it is used and the conditions under which is ... 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 fully charged. You may need to a CD or...
For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is used . Preserving the Life of a Battery The operating time of a battery, which it is used and the conditions under which is ... 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 fully charged. You may need to a CD or...
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.... Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on the bottom of the computer, and slide the battery out of batteries with your Dell computer. The battery is connected to a docking device, undock it clicks into the bay and until it . 2 Ensure that shipped with household... is turned off. 3 Slide the battery-bay latch release(s) on your laptop computer, follow these procedures, turn 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 fire or explosion. ...
.... Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on the bottom of the computer, and slide the battery out of batteries with your Dell computer. The battery is connected to a docking device, undock it clicks into the bay and until it . 2 Ensure that shipped with household... is turned off. 3 Slide the battery-bay latch release(s) on your laptop computer, follow these procedures, turn 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 fire or explosion. ...
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... Windows (see "Setting Power Options" on your computer's power usage (see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about changing the settings for the battery alarms through the...
... Windows (see "Setting Power Options" on your computer's power usage (see Windows Help and Support: click Start or → Help and Support. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about changing the settings for the battery alarms through the...
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...) lithium batteries in checked baggage. HINT: To disable battery charging, you use the Battery Charge Disable feature 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 start charging if the light flashes alternately...
...) lithium batteries in checked baggage. HINT: To disable battery charging, you use the Battery Charge Disable feature 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 start charging if the light flashes alternately...
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...module or system board failure may have occurred. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE ... R A M - THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. Connect a 130-W or greater AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR...
...module or system board failure may have occurred. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE ... R A M - THE SYSTEM CAN ONLY BOOT WITH A 130-W POWER ADAPTER OR GREATER. Connect a 130-W or greater AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THEY SYSTEM WILL ADJUST THE PERFORMANCE TO MATCH THE POWER AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR...
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... IDENTIFIED. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE UNABLE TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY. - System board failure may be defective. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. 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 Z E D - WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. Connect...
... IDENTIFIED. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE UNABLE TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY. - System board failure may be defective. STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. 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 Z E D - WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE [0/1] ON THE [PRIMARY/SECONDARY] EIDE CONTROLLER IS OPERATING OUTSIDE OF NORMAL SPECIFICATIONS. Connect...
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... and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 280 Troubleshooting IF THE PROBLEM R E C U R S , P 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 . - YOUR SYSTEM IS DOCKED, BUT THE AC ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. 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 POWER MANAGEMENT FOR MULTI CORE PROCESSORS...
... and follow the remaining troubleshooting steps. 280 Troubleshooting IF THE PROBLEM R E C U R S , P 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 . - YOUR SYSTEM IS DOCKED, BUT THE AC ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. 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 POWER MANAGEMENT FOR MULTI CORE PROCESSORS...
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.... and operating system-independent. AGP - ambient light sensor - antivirus software - ASF is able to an electrical outlet. Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of electrical power allocated to each device attached to a management console. AHCI - ...define a mechanism for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your computer. accelerated graphics port - alternating current - A AC - A power management specification that serves as system setup. 339 BIOS -
.... and operating system-independent. AGP - ambient light sensor - antivirus software - ASF is able to an electrical outlet. Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in standby or hibernate mode to conserve the amount of electrical power allocated to each device attached to a management console. AHCI - ...define a mechanism for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your computer. accelerated graphics port - alternating current - A AC - A power management specification that serves as system setup. 339 BIOS -
Setup Guide
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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... 32 Display Features 34 Using the Touch Screen (Optional 36 Removing and Replacing the Battery 40 Software Features 42 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 43 Dell Dock 44 Free Fall Sensor 45 Solving Problems 46 Touch Screen Problems 46 Touch Screen Calibration 47 Beep Codes 48...
...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... 32 Display Features 34 Using the Touch Screen (Optional 36 Removing and Replacing the Battery 40 Software Features 42 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 43 Dell Dock 44 Free Fall Sensor 45 Solving Problems 46 Touch Screen Problems 46 Touch Screen Calibration 47 Beep Codes 48...
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NOTE: Connect the power cord 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 Studio 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.
NOTE: Connect the power cord 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 Studio 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.
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Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Follow the instructions on page 67. 11 NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. 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 67. 11 NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Setting Up Your Studio Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
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...use non-standard size or shape discs (including mini-CDs and mini‑DVDs) or you will automatically pull the disc in the AC adapter or save and close your open documents and applications. 22 The light indicates the following states when the computer is not charging. •...; Solid amber - Using Your Studio Laptop 4 Optical drive - the battery is powered by the AC adapter : • Off - The drive will damage the drive. Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate the battery charge...
...use non-standard size or shape discs (including mini-CDs and mini‑DVDs) or you will automatically pull the disc in the AC adapter or save and close your open documents and applications. 22 The light indicates the following states when the computer is not charging. •...; Solid amber - Using Your Studio Laptop 4 Optical drive - the battery is powered by the AC adapter : • Off - The drive will damage the drive. Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate the battery charge...
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The computer is on or off or in hibernate state. 23 The computer is off when pressed. The computer is in the button indicates the following power states: • Solid white - Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. 7 Power button and light - Turns the computer on . • Blinking white - The light in standby mode. • Off - Using Your Studio Laptop 6 AC adapter connector -
The computer is on or off or in hibernate state. 23 The computer is off when pressed. The computer is in the button indicates the following power states: • Solid white - Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. 7 Power button and light - Turns the computer on . • Blinking white - The light in standby mode. • Off - Using Your Studio Laptop 6 AC adapter connector -
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... the battery: Slide the battery into the battery bay, until it over. 2. To remove the battery: 1. Slide the battery away from Dell. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn it clicks into place. 41 Slide the battery release latch to the ...side. 3. This computer should only use batteries from other computers. Using Your Studio Laptop WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Do not use a battery purchased from the battery bay. Shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter).
... the battery: Slide the battery into the battery bay, until it over. 2. To remove the battery: 1. Slide the battery away from Dell. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down the computer and turn it clicks into place. 41 Slide the battery release latch to the ...side. 3. This computer should only use batteries from other computers. Using Your Studio Laptop WARNING: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Do not use a battery purchased from the battery bay. Shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter).
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... link integrity light does not provide status for the wired network connection. The computer is either turned off or in hibernate mode. • Reseat the AC adapter cable into the power connector on . • Temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to the network.
... link integrity light does not provide status for the wired network connection. The computer is either turned off or in hibernate mode. • Reseat the AC adapter cable into the power connector on . • Temporarily bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to the network.
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...until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . If you encounter interference that the light on the AC adapter is in standby state or the display may not be responding. • Press a key on the... a finger on . The computer is on the touch pad, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. 51 • Check the AC adapter cable connections. Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power...
...until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . If you encounter interference that the light on the AC adapter is in standby state or the display may not be responding. • Press a key on the... a finger on . The computer is on the touch pad, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet. 51 • Check the AC adapter cable connections. Some possible causes of interference are: • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power...
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... you to: • Backup and restore 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. Disconnect all the devices (USB...Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: For more depending on your computer, while preserving the data files. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you purchased your computer. 4. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter...
... you to: • Backup and restore 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. Disconnect all the devices (USB...Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: For more depending on your computer, while preserving the data files. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. Dell DataSafe Local Backup allows you purchased your computer. 4. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter...
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...-60 Hz Output power 65 W, 90 W, or 130 W Output current 65 W 3.34 A (continuous) 90 W 4.62 A (continuous) 130 W 6.70 A (continuous) Rated output voltage 19.5 ± 1 VDC AC Adapter Dimensions: 130 W (E-Series) Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) 90 W (E-Series) Height Width Depth Weight (with your computer. See the safety information that shipped with...
...-60 Hz Output power 65 W, 90 W, or 130 W Output current 65 W 3.34 A (continuous) 90 W 4.62 A (continuous) 130 W 6.70 A (continuous) Rated output voltage 19.5 ± 1 VDC AC Adapter Dimensions: 130 W (E-Series) Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) 90 W (E-Series) Height Width Depth Weight (with your computer. See the safety information that shipped with...