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...
... 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...
Dell Technology Guide
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... you start your computer in Safe Mode, you can eliminate the default settings and basic device drivers as possible causes. See "Replacing a Battery" on page 125 • Your system administrator • support.dell.com. Write down the message. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about shutting down with active programs will reset when...
... you start your computer in Safe Mode, you can eliminate the default settings and basic device drivers as possible causes. See "Replacing a Battery" on page 125 • Your system administrator • support.dell.com. Write down the message. FOR MORE INFORMATION: To learn more about shutting down with active programs will reset when...
Dell Technology Guide
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...remove all external cables from the computer. Do not use a battery from Dell. Damaged batteries may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. Your battery will vary depending on your computer. The battery is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from ... Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with your laptop computer. Keep the battery away from children. Replacing a Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or...
...remove all external cables from the computer. Do not use a battery from Dell. Damaged batteries may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. Your battery will vary depending on your computer. The battery is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from ... Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with your laptop computer. Keep the battery away from children. Replacing a Battery CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or...
Dell Technology Guide
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...Each light represents approximately 20 percent of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. After hundreds of the total battery charge. Checking the Health of the Battery To check the battery health using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button ...your battery, double-click the Power Meter icon in good condition, and more than 60 percent of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity, which is in the taskbar. That is, a battery can show a status of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. 144...
...Each light represents approximately 20 percent of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity-or battery health. After hundreds of the total battery charge. Checking the Health of the Battery To check the battery health using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button ...your battery, double-click the Power Meter icon in good condition, and more than 60 percent of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity, which is in the taskbar. That is, a battery can show a status of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. 144...
Dell Technology Guide
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...Dell" on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. If the computer malfunctions, you received is not listed in the table, see the Service Manual for your computer). System Messages for Desktop Computers NOTE: If the message you can use the status of the lights to help identify the problem. Replace the battery...PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS AT BOOTING THIS SYSTEM HAVE FAILED AT CHECKPOINT [NNNN]. C M O S C H E C K S U M E R R O R - Replace the CPU fan (see the documentation for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. H A R D - Troubleshooting 275 FOR ...
...Dell" on the Dell Support website support.dell.com. If the computer malfunctions, you received is not listed in the table, see the Service Manual for your computer). System Messages for Desktop Computers NOTE: If the message you can use the status of the lights to help identify the problem. Replace the battery...PREVIOUS ATTEMPTS AT BOOTING THIS SYSTEM HAVE FAILED AT CHECKPOINT [NNNN]. C M O S C H E C K S U M E R R O R - Replace the CPU fan (see the documentation for either the operating system or the program that was running when the message appeared. H A R D - Troubleshooting 275 FOR ...
Dell Technology Guide
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..." on page 308). 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). MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - TIME-..." on page 308. MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - RUN THE SETUP UTILITY TO E N A B L E T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Enter the system setup program and ensure that support multiple hard drives.
..." on page 308). 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). MEMORY ODD/EVEN LOGIC FAILURE AT (ADDRESS) READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - TIME-..." on page 308. MEMORY WRITE/READ FAILURE AT (ADDRESS), READ VALUE EXPECTING ( V A L U E) - RUN THE SETUP UTILITY TO E N A B L E T H E S E M E S S A G E S . - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Enter the system setup program and ensure that support multiple hard drives.
Dell Technology Guide
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.... U N S U P P O R T E D M E M O R Y. O F - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Connect a 130-W or greater AC adapter to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see your computer...Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE, TRY TO RESEAT THE MEMORY. S T R I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. P R O G R A M - STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO S H U T D O W N . - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery...
.... U N S U P P O R T E D M E M O R Y. O F - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. Connect a 130-W or greater AC adapter to laptop computers that the memory you are using is supported by your computer (see your computer...Dell Diagnostics (see "Entering the System Setup Program" on page 281). TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE, TRY TO RESEAT THE MEMORY. S T R I K E T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO CONTINUE, F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. P R O G R A M - STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO S H U T D O W N . - If the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery...
Dell Technology Guide
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... system board may have occurred. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE UNABLE TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY. - 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 . - IT IS ADVISABLE TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE U N A B L E T O C H A R G E ..., F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. - BATTERY IS CRITICALLY LOW. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE ...
... system board may have occurred. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE UNABLE TO CHARGE THIS BATTERY. - 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 . - IT IS ADVISABLE TO IMMEDIATELY BACK UP YOUR DATA AND REPLACE YOUR HARD DRIVE BY CALLING YOUR SUPPORT DESK OR D E L L. - STRIKE T H E F 1 K E Y T O S H U T D O W N . - Connect the correct AC adapter to the computer or docking station. THIS SYSTEM WILL BE U N A B L E T O C H A R G E ..., F2 TO RUN THE SETUP UTILITY. - BATTERY IS CRITICALLY LOW. WARNING: DELL'S DISK MONITORING SYSTEM HAS DETECTED THAT DRIVE ...
Dell Technology Guide
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...disc to the manufacturer's instructions. If the battery still does not work properly, contact Dell (see the instructions that the original drive is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with your Service Manual or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the computer, or if an incorrect... time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery (see "Contacting Dell" on page 125. Discard used batteries according to eliminate...
...disc to the manufacturer's instructions. If the battery still does not work properly, contact Dell (see the instructions that the original drive is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with your Service Manual or contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on the computer, or if an incorrect... time or date displays during start-up, replace the battery (see "Contacting Dell" on page 125. Discard used batteries according to eliminate...
Setup Guide
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Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System ... 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Front View Features 24 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 26 Touch Pad 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...
Contents Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System ... 16 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Front View Features 24 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 26 Touch Pad 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...
Setup Guide
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Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card allows you to browse the Internet, check e-mail, and connect to access the Internet. To install the SIM card: 1. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 36). 3. NOTE:... if you must be within the network of your cellular service provider. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your computer. 2. Turn on page 36). 5. Turn off your computer....
Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card allows you to browse the Internet, check e-mail, and connect to access the Internet. To install the SIM card: 1. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 36). 3. NOTE:... if you must be within the network of your cellular service provider. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot. 4. Remove the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on your computer. 2. Turn on page 36). 5. Turn off your computer....
Setup Guide
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... remove external cables (including the AC adapter). 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. The Extended Battery Life pop-up appears to enable or disable the feature. Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you disconnect the AC power. The...
... remove external cables (including the AC adapter). 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. The Extended Battery Life pop-up appears to enable or disable the feature. Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you disconnect the AC power. The...
Setup Guide
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Using Your Inspiron Laptop 2 1 3 1 battery bay 2 battery 3 battery release latch 37 Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. To replace the battery: 1.
Using Your Inspiron Laptop 2 1 3 1 battery bay 2 battery 3 battery release latch 37 Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. To replace the battery: 1.
Setup Guide
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... properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). Replace the coin-cell battery (see the Dell Technology Guide on page 71). CPU fan has failed. Possible hard drive failure during HDD boot test. Contact...
... properly and partitioned as a boot device. • Enter system setup and ensure that the boot sequence information is correct (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). Replace the coin-cell battery (see the Dell Technology Guide on page 71). CPU fan has failed. Possible hard drive failure during HDD boot test. Contact...