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Question posted by venkateshprr on February 24th, 2011

I Have A Latitude /36400 & My Ac Adapter Is Not Working Service Tag Is 5b5cpbx

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Answer #1: Posted by bielhal on April 12th, 2011 8:27 AM

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You can usually find the power supply for the Latitude D series computers on ebay or Craig's list for not much money -- under $10. the AC power supplies are interchangeable for all D series (including the D-420).

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Quick Reference Guide - Page 2

..., Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you how to avoid the problem. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Latitude, and ExpressCharge are registered trademarks of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Glossary in this document to Microsoft® Windows® operating systems are not applicable.

Quick Reference Guide - Page 6

... your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to troubleshoot and solve problems • Service Tag and Express Service Code • Microsoft Windows License Label Find It Here Dell™ Latitude™ User's Guide Microsoft Windows XP Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 7

...Service and support - Computer documentation, details on your operating system and search for components, such as memory, the hard drive, and the operating system • Customer Care - Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from the icon in your User's Guide. • How to use Windows XP • How to work...real-time health scans of your Service Tag. Find It Here • ...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 9

... page 11). NOTE: It is recommended that you will need to complete the setup of the accessories box, which you have ordered. 3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector on the computer and to the electrical outlet. 4 Open the computer display and press the power button to a docking device or other external...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 10

... device. For information on page 12. Battery life and usage: Various batteries are available for docking. For more information about the computer. • Modem and network adapter: The computer may not be used...can significantly reduce battery life and operating time. NOTE: The D420 has been optimally designed to be available in your computer. If the use with the D-Family D/Port...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 12

... 1 network connector (RJ-45) 2 modem connector (RJ-11) 3 USB connectors (2) 4 video connector 5 powered USB connector 6 infrared sensor 5 678 7 IEEE 1394 connector 8 AC adapter connector 12 Quick Reference Guide Do not store your computer in the air vents. Left View 1 23 4 5 6 1 security cable slot 2 microphone connector 3 headphone connector 4 PC Card slot 5 ...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 14

You can also set power management options to work with your User's Guide). The lithium ion battery is low (see the Product Information... tab. Operating time is supplied as 3D games • Running the computer in your computer. Do not use the AC adapter to connect your computer. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. 14 Quick...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 16

.... 16 Quick Reference Guide Charge time is longer with your computer. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. The battery is designed to an electrical...for instructions. 2 Ensure that came with the computer turned on. Then connect the computer to work immediately after a low-battery warning. By default, a pop-up window warns you connect ...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 18

... its documentation or on the screen. If you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE AC ADAPTER IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that is designed for at least 8 to...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 19

... DELL DIAGNOSTICS - Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin . USE A VIRUS-SCANNING PROGRAM TO CHECK THE HARD DRIVE, FLOPPY DISKS, OR CDS. NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on page 18 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for the keyword spyware. See the software documentation for information. • Ensure...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 21

... you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" in the following table for your Service Tag. 3 If you run . If you want . If multiple versions are having. 2 If a problem ... User's Guide). Tests a specific device. NOTE: The Service Tag for the option you to increase the possibility of the problem. Run Express Test first to answer questions...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 23

... CD, 5 E End User License Agreement, 5 ergonomics information, 5 H hardware Dell Diagnostics, 19 Help and Support Center, 7 help file Windows Help and Support Center, 7 L labels Microsoft Windows, 6 Service Tag, 6 O operating system CD, 8 reinstalling, 8 P problems blue screen, 18 computer crashes, 18 computer does not start up, 18 computer stops responding, 18 Dell Diagnostics, 19 lockups...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 24

Q QuickSet Help, 8 U User's Guide, 6 R regulatory information, 5 ResourceCD Dell Diagnostics, 19 S safety instructions, 5 Service Tag, 6 software problems, 18-19 spyware, 19 support website, 7 system views back, 12 bottom, 12-13 front, 11 left side, 12 right side, 12 W warranty information, 5 Windows XP Help and Support Center, 7 Program Compatibility Wizard, 18 reinstalling, 8 wizards Program ...

Media Base Setup Guide - Page 7

... if an electrical storm is turned on a level surface. • Do not attempt to service the device yourself, except as explained in your Dell™ documentation or in laser devices. ...open ODD assembly for work, place it can cause discomfort or, eventually, a burn. • PC Cards may contain flammable substances. • Ensure that nothing rests on your AC adapter's power cable and...

Media Base Setup Guide - Page 8

... food, liquids, temperature extremes, and overexposure to the computer. • Protect your AC adapter, ensure that the required voltage and frequency match the available power source. • To... the airflow required for use the AC adapter inside a carrying case. • The AC adapter may cause a fire or explosion. Use of another AC adapter may become hot during or immediately after...

Media Base Setup Guide - Page 11

... use the video connector on using the network adapter, see the documentation that came with your computer. Back View 12 3 4 5 6 7 89 1 USB connector 4 parallel connector 7 Powered USB connector 2 network connector 3 serial connector 5 digital video connector (DVI) 6 VGA video connector 8 AC adapter connector 9 security slot Connector Description N E T W O R K C O N N E C T O R - For...

Media Base Setup Guide - Page 12

... you insert the ground prong of the power strip. S E C U R I T Y C A B L E S L O T - Some power strips may allow you plug the AC adapter power cable into the mating ground contact of the power plug into the power strip. For more information, see "Securing the Media Base" on or...of electric shock and/or fire. For more information, see "Setting Up Your Media Base" on page 12.

Media Base Setup Guide - Page 14

...computer through the Windows Start menu. 12 Media Base Setup Guide NOTICE: Always use any other commercially available AC adapter-or the AC adapter from the computer or media base,...AC adapter that the Microsoft® Windows® desktop appears. If you initially dock your computer, the operating system must complete its setup process. Setting Up Your Media Base CAUTION: The AC adapter works...

Media Base Setup Guide - Page 16

... step. NOTE: Your computer should be turned off only when you are docking your computer for the first time, the computer battery or the computer AC adapter connection can power the media base if the media base is seated. 3 Turn on page...

Media Base Setup Guide - Page 21

Specifications Physical Height 12.8 mm (0.50 inches) Width 292 mm (11.5 inches) Depth 207 mm (8.15 inches) Weight (without a drive in the module bay) 0.61 kg (1.35 lb) AC Adapter Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.5 A Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output current (maximum) 3.34 A (65-W AC adapter) 4.62 A (90-W AC adapter) Output power 65 W 90W...