Dell Technology Guide
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... Using Your Laptop Computer for the First Time 142 Preserving the Life of a Battery 142 Replacing a Battery 143 Checking the Battery Charge 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area...
... Using Your Laptop Computer for the First Time 142 Preserving the Life of a Battery 142 Replacing a Battery 143 Checking the Battery Charge 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager 146 12 Networks (LAN, Wireless, Mobile Broadband 149 Overview 149 Local Area...
Dell Technology Guide
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... the power management options, you can change the following methods to put your computer to exit hibernate mode. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer. Remove and reinsert the card, or simply restart (...manually enter hibernate mode: • Click Start and move the pointer to best support your computer • Alarms - select preconfigured settings for low or critical battery power (laptop computers) Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and...
... the power management options, you can change the following methods to put your computer to exit hibernate mode. Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low. NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer. Remove and reinsert the card, or simply restart (...manually enter hibernate mode: • Click Start and move the pointer to best support your computer • Alarms - select preconfigured settings for low or critical battery power (laptop computers) Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and...
Dell Technology Guide
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... the power button. The computer may not operate correctly after the computer exits hibernate. Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 139 Your computer enters hibernate if the battery charge level becomes critically low. When the computer exits hibernate, it was in hibernate mode. NOTE: Some PC Cards or Express Cards may...
... the power button. The computer may not operate correctly after the computer exits hibernate. Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 139 Your computer enters hibernate if the battery charge level becomes critically low. When the computer exits hibernate, it was in hibernate mode. NOTE: Some PC Cards or Express Cards may...
Dell Technology Guide
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... that provides surge protection. The battery charges while AC power is interrupted. Connect other devices, such as standard equipment in the battery bay. One battery is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer. UPS devices contain a battery that they continuously charge the battery and continuously run the equipment off...
... that provides surge protection. The battery charges while AC power is interrupted. Connect other devices, such as standard equipment in the battery bay. One battery is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer. UPS devices contain a battery that they continuously charge the battery and continuously run the equipment off...
Dell Technology Guide
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...your battery is not fully charged. Preserving the Life of a Battery The operating time of a battery, which it is used and the conditions under which is fully charged. You may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. To view the battery charge status...charge, varies depending on how you use your computer, use your laptop computer. The life of your 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...
...your battery is not fully charged. Preserving the Life of a Battery The operating time of a battery, which it is used and the conditions under which is fully charged. You may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. To view the battery charge status...charge, varies depending on how you use your computer, use your laptop computer. The life of your 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...
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... equipment damage. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing batteries. CAUTION: Do not dispose of fire or explosion. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables...
... equipment damage. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Checking the Battery Charge You can check the battery charge on your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing batteries. CAUTION: Do not dispose of fire or explosion. NOTICE: You must remove all external cables...
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... good condition, and more than 60 percent of the battery. Charge Gauge on the Battery The operating time of times it is charged. Charge Left on the Battery To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the number of a battery depends on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the charge-level lights. Each light represents incremental degradation. Each...
... good condition, and more than 60 percent of the battery. Charge Gauge on the Battery The operating time of times it is charged. Charge Left on the Battery To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the number of a battery depends on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the charge-level lights. Each light represents incremental degradation. Each...
Dell Technology Guide
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...data, save your laptop has this option. Your laptop computer will display a warning when the battery charge is at a critically low level. If the battery runs completely out of time. If you are using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your ... outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Conserving Battery Power To conserve battery power on page 135). •...
...data, save your laptop has this option. Your laptop computer will display a warning when the battery charge is at a critically low level. If the battery runs completely out of time. If you are using Microsoft Windows Power Options to optimize your ... outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Conserving Battery Power To conserve battery power on page 135). •...
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... DOT prohibits spare (loose) lithium batteries in checked baggage. The Dell ControlPoint icon appears on airplanes, where charging of batteries may vary depending on . However, do not operate your computer for example on the taskbar. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. HINT: To disable battery charging, you use the Battery Charge Disable feature in Dell ControlPoint. Then connect the computer to...
... DOT prohibits spare (loose) lithium batteries in checked baggage. The Dell ControlPoint icon appears on airplanes, where charging of batteries may vary depending on . However, do not operate your computer for example on the taskbar. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. HINT: To disable battery charging, you use the Battery Charge Disable feature in Dell ControlPoint. Then connect the computer to...
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... persists, replace the CMOS battery. THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. NOTE: This message concerning the requirement of an AC power adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to the computer or docking station. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR ...Troubleshooting Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). THE BATTERY MAY NOT CHARGE. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. S T...
... persists, replace the CMOS battery. THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. NOTE: This message concerning the requirement of an AC power adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to the computer or docking station. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR ...Troubleshooting Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). THE BATTERY MAY NOT CHARGE. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. THE AMOUNT OF SYSTEM MEMORY HAS CHANGED. S T...
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... YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). THIS WILL INCREASE THE TIME TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. See "System Setup" on page 307. 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 S R E M O V E D . - THIS SYSTEM...
... YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). THIS WILL INCREASE THE TIME TO CHARGE THE BATTERY. See "System Setup" on page 307. 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 S R E M O V E D . - THIS SYSTEM...
Setup Guide
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Connects to video devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 19 Connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 3 HDMI connector - Connects to the AC adapter to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. NOTE: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 4 VGA connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 Network connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a monitor or a projector. 5 USB 2.0 connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 AC adapter connector -
Connects to video devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 19 Connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 3 HDMI connector - Connects to the AC adapter to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. NOTE: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 4 VGA connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 Network connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a monitor or a projector. 5 USB 2.0 connector - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 AC adapter connector -
Setup Guide
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power/Battery indicator light - AC Adapter Indicator light status Computer state(s) Solid white on off/hibernate Blinking white off standby off/hibernate Battery charge level n/a 90% Battery Solid white on >10% Blinking white standby >10% Solid amber on/standby The light indicates the following states when powered using an AC adapter or a battery.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power/Battery indicator light - AC Adapter Indicator light status Computer state(s) Solid white on off/hibernate Blinking white off standby off/hibernate Battery charge level n/a 90% Battery Solid white on >10% Blinking white standby >10% Solid amber on/standby The light indicates the following states when powered using an AC adapter or a battery.
Setup Guide
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... Inspiron Laptop Dell Extended Battery Life The Dell Extended Battery Life feature provides options to enable or disable the feature. Do not use a battery purchased from other . 3. Shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery release latches away from each other computers. Press to maximize your battery's charge. Removing and Replacing the Battery...
... Inspiron Laptop Dell Extended Battery Life The Dell Extended Battery Life feature provides options to enable or disable the feature. Do not use a battery purchased from other . 3. Shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Slide the battery release latches away from each other computers. Press to maximize your battery's charge. Removing and Replacing the Battery...
Setup Guide
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... • Too many devices connected to a power strip • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. standby mode with a low battery charge • Connect the AC adapter to charge the battery. • Move the mouse, touch the touch pad, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet 36 Solving Problems Power...
... • Too many devices connected to a power strip • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. standby mode with a low battery charge • Connect the AC adapter to charge the battery. • Move the mouse, touch the touch pad, or press the power button to the same electrical outlet 36 Solving Problems Power...
Setup Guide
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....4 mm (10.64 inches) Weight 0.23 kg (0.5 lb) Charge time (approximate) 1 hour to 80% capacity and 2 hours to 100% capacity (when the computer is turned off) Life span (approximate) 300 charge/discharge cycles Basic Specifications Battery 8-cell lithium ion Depth 33.63 mm (1.32 inches) Height... 42.01 mm (1.65 inches) Width 279.8 mm (11.02 inches) Weight 0.41 kg (0.9 lb) Charge time (approximate) Voltage 4 hours (when the ...
....4 mm (10.64 inches) Weight 0.23 kg (0.5 lb) Charge time (approximate) 1 hour to 80% capacity and 2 hours to 100% capacity (when the computer is turned off) Life span (approximate) 300 charge/discharge cycles Basic Specifications Battery 8-cell lithium ion Depth 33.63 mm (1.32 inches) Height... 42.01 mm (1.65 inches) Width 279.8 mm (11.02 inches) Weight 0.41 kg (0.9 lb) Charge time (approximate) Voltage 4 hours (when the ...