Owner's Manual
Page 23
...computer from the network wall jack during electrical storms or after power interruptions. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes.... Power Protection Devices Several devices are designed to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. See the surge protector documentation for modem protection. Many surge protectors have a telephone ...
...computer from the network wall jack during electrical storms or after power interruptions. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes.... Power Protection Devices Several devices are designed to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. See the surge protector documentation for modem protection. Many surge protectors have a telephone ...
Owner's Manual
Page 31
...O N N E C T O R - I C O N N E C T O R - HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector carries an uncompressed all digital signal to the computer. About Your Computer 31 Attaches an AC adapter to produce hi-definition video and audio. Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394a high-speed transfer rates, such as a monitor. You can connect the... AC adapter with your computer turned on or off. The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. VGA CONNECTOR Connects video devices...
...O N N E C T O R - I C O N N E C T O R - HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connector carries an uncompressed all digital signal to the computer. About Your Computer 31 Attaches an AC adapter to produce hi-definition video and audio. Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394a high-speed transfer rates, such as a monitor. You can connect the... AC adapter with your computer turned on or off. The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. VGA CONNECTOR Connects video devices...
Owner's Manual
Page 35
...computer. About Your Computer 35 NOTE: Connect the power cord to the cable. You can connect the AC adapter with electrical outlets worldwide. NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly, but gently ...to help prevent damage to the adapter firmly and ensure that the green LED is on when you turn on or off. A C A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R - CAUTION: The AC adapter works with your computer turned on power. Attaches an AC adapter to the computer. However, power connectors and power...
...computer. About Your Computer 35 NOTE: Connect the power cord to the cable. You can connect the AC adapter with electrical outlets worldwide. NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly, but gently ...to help prevent damage to the adapter firmly and ensure that the green LED is on when you turn on or off. A C A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R - CAUTION: The AC adapter works with your computer turned on power. Attaches an AC adapter to the computer. However, power connectors and power...
Owner's Manual
Page 43
...computer with your computer. Battery operating time varies depending on how often the battery is used , you may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to , the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. • ...the first time you perform operations including, but not limited to connect your Dell™ portable computer with the main battery installed at all times. NOTE: It is recommended that shipped with the AC adapter until the battery is significantly reduced when you use the computer.
...computer with your computer. Battery operating time varies depending on how often the battery is used , you may not be fully charged, use the AC adapter to , the following: • Using optical drives. • Using wireless communications devices, ExpressCards, memory cards, or USB devices. • ...the first time you perform operations including, but not limited to connect your Dell™ portable computer with the main battery installed at all times. NOTE: It is recommended that shipped with the AC adapter until the battery is significantly reduced when you use the computer.
Owner's Manual
Page 47
... saves your work to your hard drive, and then returns you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to your previous work session without restarting your computer. NOTICE: If your computer loses...power button. - Using the Sleep Power State Rather than shutting down your portable computer, use one of the following methods: - If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Charging the Battery When you connect the computer to continue charging the battery. The battery is...
... saves your work to your hard drive, and then returns you set the power management options in the Windows Power Options or Dell QuickSet, use the Sleep power state to your previous work session without restarting your computer. NOTICE: If your computer loses...power button. - Using the Sleep Power State Rather than shutting down your portable computer, use one of the following methods: - If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Charging the Battery When you connect the computer to continue charging the battery. The battery is...
Owner's Manual
Page 48
... in standby mode, you have up to 1 minute to avoid possible connector damage. 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 the computer, and remove any unsaved data. NOTICE:... If you choose to replace the battery with your Dell computer. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the computer. CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off . 2 Slide the battery-...
... in standby mode, you have up to 1 minute to avoid possible connector damage. 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 the computer, and remove any unsaved data. NOTICE:... If you choose to replace the battery with your Dell computer. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables from the computer. CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off . 2 Slide the battery-...
Owner's Manual
Page 78
... on the unpowered wireless router. 10 Ensure that no power connected to stabilize. 6 Disconnect the network cable from the computer and the modem. 7 Disconnect the AC adapter cable from your wireless router to ensure that there is Service Set Identifier (SSID) or network name. 15 If necessary, configure your wireless router to...
... on the unpowered wireless router. 10 Ensure that no power connected to stabilize. 6 Disconnect the network cable from the computer and the modem. 7 Disconnect the AC adapter cable from your wireless router to ensure that there is Service Set Identifier (SSID) or network name. 15 If necessary, configure your wireless router to...
Owner's Manual
Page 107
..., then restart your computer. Unexpected characters DI S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C S T E S T S - If the tests indicate a defective external keyboard, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 158). Troubleshooting 107 R U N T H E K E Y B O A R D D I A G N O S T I C K E Y P A D - Verify that the AC adapter is not lit. TURN THE COMPUTER OFF - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the display. Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you are displayed instead of the...
..., then restart your computer. Unexpected characters DI S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C S T E S T S - If the tests indicate a defective external keyboard, contact Dell (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 158). Troubleshooting 107 R U N T H E K E Y B O A R D D I A G N O S T I C K E Y P A D - Verify that the AC adapter is not lit. TURN THE COMPUTER OFF - Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the display. Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you are displayed instead of the...
Owner's Manual
Page 112
...power light turns on, but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules (see "Contacting Dell" on how often the battery is too hot to verify that the light is used and...S T A T U S L I E S - Connect the computer to room temperature. If the battery status light rapidly flashes amber, the battery may be defective. A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I G H T - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - Printer Problems Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on . If the battery temperature is low or depleted. C HARGE THE BATTERY - TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Check the...
...power light turns on, but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules (see "Contacting Dell" on how often the battery is too hot to verify that the light is used and...S T A T U S L I E S - Connect the computer to room temperature. If the battery status light rapidly flashes amber, the battery may be defective. A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I G H T - CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - Printer Problems Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on . If the battery temperature is low or depleted. C HARGE THE BATTERY - TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Check the...
Owner's Manual
Page 117
... and the up- If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is on the computer. Troubleshooting 117 M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I N T E R F E R E N C E - Search for Resolution and Colors. S WITCH T H E VIDEO IMAGE - EL I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I T O R - Try different settings for the keyword sleep in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 89, then contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . If no error message appears...
... and the up- If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is on the computer. Troubleshooting 117 M O V E T H E E X T E R N A L S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E C O M P U T E R O R M O N I N T E R F E R E N C E - Search for Resolution and Colors. S WITCH T H E VIDEO IMAGE - EL I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I T O R - Try different settings for the keyword sleep in the "Dell Diagnostics" on page 89, then contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . If no error message appears...
Owner's Manual
Page 141
... the computer, click Start → Help and Support→ Dell System Information. Adding and Replacing Parts 141 1 2 1 tab 2 notch NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to your computer. 3 Replace the module cover. 4 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close may damage your computer and an electrical...
... the computer, click Start → Help and Support→ Dell System Information. Adding and Replacing Parts 141 1 2 1 tab 2 notch NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to your computer. 3 Replace the module cover. 4 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close may damage your computer and an electrical...
Owner's Manual
Page 151
... Your Computer Identifying Your Computer • Attach a name tag or business card to the computer. • Write down the computer. • Disconnect the AC adapter. Use the Service Tag if you . • Shut down your Service Tag and store it in this file. • Contact your name, address,... and phone number in a safe place away from the keyboard and palm rest and close the display. • Use the optional Dell™ carrying case to Dell. • Create a file on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop called if_found. Traveling With Your Computer 151 NOTICE: When the ...
... Your Computer Identifying Your Computer • Attach a name tag or business card to the computer. • Write down the computer. • Disconnect the AC adapter. Use the Service Tag if you . • Shut down your Service Tag and store it in this file. • Contact your name, address,... and phone number in a safe place away from the keyboard and palm rest and close the display. • Use the optional Dell™ carrying case to Dell. • Create a file on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop called if_found. Traveling With Your Computer 151 NOTICE: When the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 165
... for more information on page 111). Battery (continued) Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Types Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current 65 W 90 W Output power Rated output voltage 3 hours Battery operating time varies depending on operating...
... for more information on page 111). Battery (continued) Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Types Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current 65 W 90 W Output power Rated output voltage 3 hours Battery operating time varies depending on operating...
Owner's Manual
Page 166
AC Adapter (continued) Dimensions: 65W Height Width Length 90W Height Width Length Weight (without cables) 65W 90W Temperature range: Operating Storage 28.2 mm(1.11 inches) (D-Series) 57.9 ...
AC Adapter (continued) Dimensions: 65W Height Width Length 90W Height Width Length Weight (without cables) 65W 90W Temperature range: Operating Storage 28.2 mm(1.11 inches) (D-Series) 57.9 ...
Owner's Manual
Page 177
alternating current - ALS - A program designed to identify, quarantine, and/or delete viruses from your computer when you plug the AC adapter power cable in to an electrical outlet. ASF is able to be depleted and recharged. The length of time (years) during which allows ...-related tasks. battery operating time - AGP - accelerated graphics port - ambient light sensor - B battery life span - A feature that powers your computer. alert standards format - A AC - Glossary Terms in this Glossary are provided for reporting hardware and software alerts to a management console.
alternating current - ALS - A program designed to identify, quarantine, and/or delete viruses from your computer when you plug the AC adapter power cable in to an electrical outlet. ASF is able to be depleted and recharged. The length of time (years) during which allows ...-related tasks. battery operating time - AGP - accelerated graphics port - ambient light sensor - B battery life span - A feature that powers your computer. alert standards format - A AC - Glossary Terms in this Glossary are provided for reporting hardware and software alerts to a management console.