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Memory 95 Modem 98 Hinge Cover 100 Keyboard 101 Wireless Mini-Card 103 Coin-Cell Battery 106 Display 107 12 Troubleshooting 111 Dell Technical Update Service 111 Dell Diagnostics 111 Dell Support Center 116 Dell Support 116 Dell PC TuneUp 117 Dell PC Checkup 118 Dell Network Assistant 118 DellConnect 118 Drive Problems 119 Optical drive problems 119 Hard drive problems 120 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 121 Error Messages 123 ExpressCard Problems 128 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 128 8 Contents
Memory 95 Modem 98 Hinge Cover 100 Keyboard 101 Wireless Mini-Card 103 Coin-Cell Battery 106 Display 107 12 Troubleshooting 111 Dell Technical Update Service 111 Dell Diagnostics 111 Dell Support Center 116 Dell Support 116 Dell PC TuneUp 117 Dell PC Checkup 118 Dell Network Assistant 118 DellConnect 118 Drive Problems 119 Optical drive problems 119 Hard drive problems 120 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 121 Error Messages 123 ExpressCard Problems 128 IEEE 1394 Device Problems 128 8 Contents
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When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. 30 ... memory modules. For more information, see "Modem" on page 98 and "Memory" on page 53. B A T T E R Y - Stores software and data. F A N - For more information, see "Using a Battery" on page 95. For more information, see "Hard Drive" on page 92 and "Hard drive problems" on page 120. H A R D D R I V E - The computer uses a fan to an electrical outlet. M O D E M / M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R -...
When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to create airflow through the vents, which prevents the computer from overheating. 30 ... memory modules. For more information, see "Modem" on page 98 and "Memory" on page 53. B A T T E R Y - Stores software and data. F A N - For more information, see "Using a Battery" on page 95. For more information, see "Hard Drive" on page 92 and "Hard drive problems" on page 120. H A R D D R I V E - The computer uses a fan to an electrical outlet. M O D E M / M E M O R Y M O D U L E C O V E R -...
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... down and loses any other computers. For more information about resolving problems with a compatible battery purchased from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to replace the battery with your Dell™ computer; Replace the battery only with a battery, see "Power Problems" on the bottom of fire or explosion. NOTICE: If you connect...
... down and loses any other computers. For more information about resolving problems with a compatible battery purchased from the electrical outlet and allow the computer and the battery to cool to replace the battery with your Dell™ computer; Replace the battery only with a battery, see "Power Problems" on the bottom of fire or explosion. NOTICE: If you connect...
Owner's Manual
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...E R - Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. O F-D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - O F - The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Using the System Setup Program" on the system board may require recharging. TI M E- If the problem persists, try to restore the data by entering the system setup program..., then immediately exit the program (see "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. TIME- If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 111). You may be malfunctioning...
...E R - Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. O F-D A Y CLOCK STOPPED - O F - The time or date stored in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Using the System Setup Program" on the system board may require recharging. TI M E- If the problem persists, try to restore the data by entering the system setup program..., then immediately exit the program (see "Contacting Dell" on the hard drive. TIME- If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Using the System Setup Program" on page 111). You may be malfunctioning...
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... R Y I S C R I T I S N O T R E A D Y - ExpressCard Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I B L E . X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E - Replace the battery, or connect the computer to continue the desired action. ENSURE THAT THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS ...module may appear. CHECK THE EXPRESSCARD - Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 135. If the card supports this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information...
... R Y I S C R I T I S N O T R E A D Y - ExpressCard Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of charge. U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I B L E . X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E - Replace the battery, or connect the computer to continue the desired action. ENSURE THAT THE IEEE 1394 DEVICE IS RECOGNIZED BY WINDOWS ...module may appear. CHECK THE EXPRESSCARD - Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 135. If the card supports this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information...
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.... Ensure that you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it and connect the mouse directly to the computer. TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE, CHECK THE TOUCH PAD - 1 Shut down the computer, disconnect the mouse cable and check it . Remote Control... Problems APPLICATION DOES NOT RESPOND TO REMOTE CONTROL WITHIN THE SPECIFIED MAXIMUM RANGE • Check that the battery is placed correctly with the "+" side facing up and that the battery is underneath the touch pad of your computer. Contact Dell Technical Support for removing it for ...
.... Ensure that you are using a mouse extension cable, disconnect it and connect the mouse directly to the computer. TO VERIFY THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE MOUSE, CHECK THE TOUCH PAD - 1 Shut down the computer, disconnect the mouse cable and check it . Remote Control... Problems APPLICATION DOES NOT RESPOND TO REMOTE CONTROL WITHIN THE SPECIFIED MAXIMUM RANGE • Check that the battery is placed correctly with the "+" side facing up and that the battery is underneath the touch pad of your computer. Contact Dell Technical Support for removing it for ...
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...the operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 144. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a battery to verify that the system setup program lists the correct device for the pointing device... that you are using the AC adapter, and then turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I V E R - 3 Turn on the computer. If the touch pad ...
...the operation of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 144. TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a battery to verify that the system setup program lists the correct device for the pointing device... that you are using the AC adapter, and then turn on the computer. 4 At the Windows desktop, use the touch pad to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. R E I N S T A L L T H E T O U C H P A D D R I V E R - 3 Turn on the computer. If the touch pad ...
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... Depth Weight (with cables) 172 Specifications 3.5 hours (9-cell) 2.5 hours (6-cell) 2.5 hours (4-cell, when available) Battery operating time varies depending on page 135. See "Power Problems" on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. See "Using... a Battery" on page 53 for more information on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32°...
... Depth Weight (with cables) 172 Specifications 3.5 hours (9-cell) 2.5 hours (6-cell) 2.5 hours (4-cell, when available) Battery operating time varies depending on page 135. See "Power Problems" on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions. See "Using... a Battery" on page 53 for more information on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32°...
Owner's Manual
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...write-protected floppy disk, CD, or DVD. • It is generated at which your computer. RAM - The primary temporary storage area for troubleshooting problems. 196 Glossary read -only memory - A file can often be used for program instructions and data. The higher the refresh rate, the less ... to 100,000 MHz. real time clock - resolution - The sharpness and clarity of some computers that cannot be seen by the computer. Battery-powered clock on the system board of an image produced by a printer or displayed on a network in rpm. A jumper on the system...
...write-protected floppy disk, CD, or DVD. • It is generated at which your computer. RAM - The primary temporary storage area for troubleshooting problems. 196 Glossary read -only memory - A file can often be used for program instructions and data. The higher the refresh rate, the less ... to 100,000 MHz. real time clock - resolution - The sharpness and clarity of some computers that cannot be seen by the computer. Battery-powered clock on the system board of an image produced by a printer or displayed on a network in rpm. A jumper on the system...
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... storing, 60 battery-bay latch release, 29 blanks ExpressCards, 69 removing, 71, 73 boot sequence, 178 brightness adjusting, 41 C CardBus technology ExpressCards, 69 media memory cards, 72 carnet, 162 CD CD-RW drive problems, 120 drive problems, 119 CDs, 63 about, 63 operating system, 18 playing, 61 ...Check Disk, 120 cleaning touch pad, 180 coin-cell battery replacing, 106 computer crashes, 131-132 protecting, 86 restore to previous operating ...
... storing, 60 battery-bay latch release, 29 blanks ExpressCards, 69 removing, 71, 73 boot sequence, 178 brightness adjusting, 41 C CardBus technology ExpressCards, 69 media memory cards, 72 carnet, 162 CD CD-RW drive problems, 120 drive problems, 119 CDs, 63 about, 63 operating system, 18 playing, 61 ...Check Disk, 120 cleaning touch pad, 180 coin-cell battery replacing, 106 computer crashes, 131-132 protecting, 86 restore to previous operating ...
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..., 39 standby mode, 56 surge protectors, 39 UPS, 39 power light conditions, 135 power management conserving battery power, 56 printer cable, 37 connecting, 37 problems, 137 setting up, 37 USB, 37 problems blue screen, 132 CD drive, 119 CD-RW drive, 120 computer crashes, 131-132 computer does not... start up, 130 computer stops responding, 131 Dell Diagnostics, 111 Dell MediaDirect, 132 drives, 119 DVD drive, 119 error ...
..., 39 standby mode, 56 surge protectors, 39 UPS, 39 power light conditions, 135 power management conserving battery power, 56 printer cable, 37 connecting, 37 problems, 137 setting up, 37 USB, 37 problems blue screen, 132 CD drive, 119 CD-RW drive, 120 computer crashes, 131-132 computer does not... start up, 130 computer stops responding, 131 Dell Diagnostics, 111 Dell MediaDirect, 132 drives, 119 DVD drive, 119 error ...