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Using Your Laptop 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 the taskbar. You may need to purchase a new battery during the life of a...the battery decreases over time depending on how you use your computer, use your laptop computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. To view the battery charge status, check the Power Meter icon on page 146. 142 Power ...
Using Your Laptop 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 the taskbar. You may need to purchase a new battery during the life of a...the battery decreases over time depending on how you use your computer, use your laptop computer. For best results, operate the computer with the AC adapter until the battery is not fully charged. To view the battery charge status, check the Power Meter icon on page 146. 142 Power ...
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...performing these basic steps: 1 If the computer is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from Dell. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with household waste. Checking the Battery Charge You can ...Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Battery Disposal" in your laptop computer, follow these procedures, turn off . 3 Slide the battery-bay ...
...performing these basic steps: 1 If the computer is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from Dell. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with household waste. Checking the Battery Charge You can ...Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. See "Battery Disposal" in your laptop computer, follow these procedures, turn off . 3 Slide the battery-bay ...
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... about changing the settings for the battery alarms through the power management options in Windows, see "Setting Power Options" on page 135). If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Also, see "Setting Power Options" on page 135. Charging the Battery When you leave the computer...
... about changing the settings for the battery alarms through the power management options in Windows, see "Setting Power Options" on page 135). If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Also, see "Setting Power Options" on page 135. Charging the Battery When you leave the computer...
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... if the battery is installed in checked baggage. HINT: To disable battery charging, you connect the computer to room temperature. Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager You can leave the battery in the computer for example on airplanes, where charging of batteries may be ...the icon to 100 percent in approximately 2 hours. 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 access Dell ControlPoint Help and additional features and options. 146 Power (Power ...
... if the battery is installed in checked baggage. HINT: To disable battery charging, you connect the computer to room temperature. Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager You can leave the battery in the computer for example on airplanes, where charging of batteries may be ...the icon to 100 percent in approximately 2 hours. 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 access Dell ControlPoint Help and additional features and options. 146 Power (Power ...
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Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE, TRY... TO RESEAT THE MEMORY. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). NOTE: This ...
Enter the system setup program and correct the date or time (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 308). THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE, TRY... TO RESEAT THE MEMORY. Ensure that require a 130-W or greater AC adapter. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Run the Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). NOTE: This ...
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... battery or system board may have occurred. HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. WA R N I N G : T H E T P M C O U L D N O T B E I N I T I A L I S R E M O V E D . - Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307. WARNING: THE BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. PRESS F1 TO SHUTDOWN THE S YS T E M . See...
... battery or system board may have occurred. HIT F1 TO CONTINUE. WA R N I N G : T H E T P M C O U L D N O T B E I N I T I A L I S R E M O V E D . - Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 307. WARNING: THE BATTERY CANNOT BE IDENTIFIED. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. PRESS F1 TO SHUTDOWN THE S YS T E M . See...
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... S H U T D O W N . - The AC adapter may be installed incorrectly, or the AC adapter or docking station may be defective. THIS MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY: OPERATING OR STORING THE SYSTEM IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE IS TOO HIGH, OR OBSTRUCTING THE AIR FLOW FROM THE SYSTEM FAN VENTS. 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 N U E . - Run the Dell Diagnostics...
... S H U T D O W N . - The AC adapter may be installed incorrectly, or the AC adapter or docking station may be defective. THIS MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY: OPERATING OR STORING THE SYSTEM IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE IS TOO HIGH, OR OBSTRUCTING THE AIR FLOW FROM THE SYSTEM FAN VENTS. 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 N U E . - Run the Dell Diagnostics...
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... port - ambient light sensor - ASF - ASF is able to be platform- basic input/output system - Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in to an electrical outlet. The form of electricity that serves as system setup. 339 AGP delivers a smooth, true-.... antivirus software - BIOS - An interface for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your particular computer. A AC - Glossary Terms in this Glossary are provided for a SATA hard drive Host Controller which a laptop computer battery is designed to be depleted and...
... port - ambient light sensor - ASF - ASF is able to be platform- basic input/output system - Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in to an electrical outlet. The form of electricity that serves as system setup. 339 AGP delivers a smooth, true-.... antivirus software - BIOS - An interface for informational purposes only and may or may not describe features included with your particular computer. A AC - Glossary Terms in this Glossary are provided for a SATA hard drive Host Controller which a laptop computer battery is designed to be depleted and...
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... 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 Inspiron Laptop 20 ...Gestures 28 Multimedia Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Dell Extended Battery Life 36 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell Dock 39 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 ...
... 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 Inspiron Laptop 20 ...Gestures 28 Multimedia Control Keys 30 Using the Optical Drive 32 Display Features 34 Dell Extended Battery Life 36 Removing and Replacing the Battery 36 Software Features 38 Dell Dock 39 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 40 Solving Problems 41 Beep Codes 41 Network Problems 42 ...
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... vary among countries. WARNING: The AC adapter works with your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the adapter firmly and ensure that the light on the adapter is on when you turn on power.... Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to your computer. 6 NOTE: Use only Dell AC adapter...
... vary among countries. WARNING: The AC adapter works with your computer. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the adapter firmly and ensure that the light on the adapter is on when you turn on power.... Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to your computer. 6 NOTE: Use only Dell AC adapter...
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Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 60. 11 Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2.
Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 60. 11 Click Start → Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Follow the instructions on page 6). 2.
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 6 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Connects your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 VGA connector - NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure...
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Security cable slot - NOTE: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 6 USB 2.0 connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Connects your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 VGA connector - NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure...
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... 10% NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is powered using either the AC adapter or the battery. The computer is powered using an AC adapter. 4 Analog microphone - A blinking light indicates hard drive activity. 3 Battery indicator light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - Indicates the following power states: • Solid white - Turns on...
... 10% NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is powered using either the AC adapter or the battery. The computer is powered using an AC adapter. 4 Analog microphone - A blinking light indicates hard drive activity. 3 Battery indicator light - Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 Power indicator light - Indicates the following power states: • Solid white - Turns on...
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...the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Press . The Battery Meter window appears. 3. This computer should only use batteries from other computers. Do not use a battery purchased from Dell. Turn off the computer and turn it over. 2. To learn more ... Battery Life?. Slide the battery out of fire or explosion. Click Show Settings. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Extended Battery Life The Dell Extended Battery Life feature provides options to derive the maximum backup time from your computer. WARNING: Using an incompatible...
...the battery, shut down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). Press . The Battery Meter window appears. 3. This computer should only use batteries from other computers. Do not use a battery purchased from Dell. Turn off the computer and turn it over. 2. To learn more ... Battery Life?. Slide the battery out of fire or explosion. Click Show Settings. Using Your Inspiron Laptop Dell Extended Battery Life The Dell Extended Battery Life feature provides options to derive the maximum backup time from your computer. WARNING: Using an incompatible...
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... indicator light is solid white and the computer is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. Solving Problems • Ensure that the power strip is turned on. The computer is either turned off and then turn it ...button to resume normal operation. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). 43 Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that the light on the AC adapter is off or in standby or hibernate mode, or not receiving power....
... indicator light is solid white and the computer is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. Solving Problems • Ensure that the power strip is turned on. The computer is either turned off and then turn it ...button to resume normal operation. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). 43 Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that the light on the AC adapter is off or in standby or hibernate mode, or not receiving power....
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...Connect the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to resume normal operation. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on ...devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). The computer is breathing white - If you encounter interference that hinders reception on the touch pad, or press the...
...Connect the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or press the power button to resume normal operation. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on ...devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to resume normal operation. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 71). The computer is breathing white - If you encounter interference that hinders reception on the touch pad, or press the...
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... restart your mouse, press the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that the AC adapter is firmly connected to the computer and to an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. 46 If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the...
... restart your mouse, press the power button for an earlier Microsoft® Windows® operating system - The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that the AC adapter is firmly connected to the computer and to an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. 46 If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the...
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... of the data to restore your operating system. Turn off your computer and try again. 5. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. Turn on the screen. NOTE: If you purchased your computer, while preserving the data files. NOTE: The... restoration process may take an hour or more information, see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 61) to be restored. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it...
... of the data to restore your operating system. Turn off your computer and try again. 5. Restoring Your Operating System NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. Turn on the screen. NOTE: If you purchased your computer, while preserving the data files. NOTE: The... restoration process may take an hour or more information, see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on page 61) to be restored. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your hard drive to the operating state it...
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... 95°F) Storage temperature -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) Basic Specifications Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with your computer. AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with 6-cell battery) 20.8 mm to 32.8 mm (0.82 inches to 1.3 inches) 340.0 mm (13.4 inches) 242.5 mm (9.5 inches) configurable...
... 95°F) Storage temperature -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) Basic Specifications Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with your computer. AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with 6-cell battery) 20.8 mm to 32.8 mm (0.82 inches to 1.3 inches) 340.0 mm (13.4 inches) 242.5 mm (9.5 inches) configurable...
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Index A AC adapter connecting 6 light status 25 specifications 77 airflow computer safety 5 audio connecting 21 B battery 6-cell 76 9-cell 76 coin-cell 76 light status 25 C camera 35 video resolution 75 CDs, playing and creating 38 chipset 74 computer capabilities 38 dimensions 77 setting up 5 connecting network cable 7 to the Internet 16 Contacting Dell online 71 customizing your desktop 38 81 INSPIRON
Index A AC adapter connecting 6 light status 25 specifications 77 airflow computer safety 5 audio connecting 21 B battery 6-cell 76 9-cell 76 coin-cell 76 light status 25 C camera 35 video resolution 75 CDs, playing and creating 38 chipset 74 computer capabilities 38 dimensions 77 setting up 5 connecting network cable 7 to the Internet 16 Contacting Dell online 71 customizing your desktop 38 81 INSPIRON