Owner's Manual
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...avoid the remote risk of time. also, do not use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do not cover the AC adapter with your AC adapter, ensure that will rise during normal operation of the products plugged in a wet basement. • If your computer includes an integrated or ... computer in a ventilated area, such as a carrying case or a closed -in wall unit or on a bed, sofa, or rug. • Place the AC adapter in a low-airflow environment, such as a desk top or on the floor, when you are a trained service technician. Allowing sustained contact with the base resting...
...avoid the remote risk of time. also, do not use it to run the computer or to charge the battery. Do not cover the AC adapter with your AC adapter, ensure that will rise during normal operation of the products plugged in a wet basement. • If your computer includes an integrated or ... computer in a ventilated area, such as a carrying case or a closed -in wall unit or on a bed, sofa, or rug. • Place the AC adapter in a low-airflow environment, such as a desk top or on the floor, when you are a trained service technician. Allowing sustained contact with the base resting...
Owner's Manual
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... into the RJ-11 connector, not the RJ-45 connector. • PC Cards may be manufactured with water. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from the electrical outlet. These power cables may become very warm during an electrical storm. If you...
... into the RJ-11 connector, not the RJ-45 connector. • PC Cards may be manufactured with water. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from the electrical outlet. These power cables may become very warm during an electrical storm. If you...
Owner's Manual
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... strip. Do not disassemble it improperly. If the battery is not located where it to excessive temperatures, battery cells could result in your AC adapter's power cable and that are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use with extreme care. Dispose of electric shock and/or fire. Incorrect...incorrectly. CAU TION: Safe ty Instr u c tions 11 Handle a damaged or leaking battery pack with this computer. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the cable is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may allow you handle it . Use of other heat-...
... strip. Do not disassemble it improperly. If the battery is not located where it to excessive temperatures, battery cells could result in your AC adapter's power cable and that are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use with extreme care. Dispose of electric shock and/or fire. Incorrect...incorrectly. CAU TION: Safe ty Instr u c tions 11 Handle a damaged or leaking battery pack with this computer. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the cable is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may allow you handle it . Use of other heat-...
Owner's Manual
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...: • When setting up the computer for the moisture to evaporate before proceeding to help avoid possible damage to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, remove any connector pins. As you move your computer, battery, and hard drive from the computer, turn on the computer. • When traveling with...
...: • When setting up the computer for the moisture to evaporate before proceeding to help avoid possible damage to turn off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter cable, remove any connector pins. As you move your computer, battery, and hard drive from the computer, turn on the computer. • When traveling with...
Owner's Manual
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See "Finding Information for Your Computer" on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Left Side View AC adapter connector network connector 1394 connector PC Card slot modem connector (optional) D/Bay connector MODEM CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) audio connector Secure Digital memory card slot If you ordered the optional internal modem, connect the telephone line to the modem connector. For information on page 17. 24 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r
See "Finding Information for Your Computer" on using the modem, see the online modem documentation supplied with your computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Left Side View AC adapter connector network connector 1394 connector PC Card slot modem connector (optional) D/Bay connector MODEM CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) audio connector Secure Digital memory card slot If you ordered the optional internal modem, connect the telephone line to the modem connector. For information on page 17. 24 A To u r of Yo u r C om p u t e r
Owner's Manual
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... of the power plug is inserted into the power strip. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A C A D A P T ER C O N N EC T O R - CAUTION: If you to insert the plug incorrectly. NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter from the AC adapter. You can be removed from the computer, hold the adapter cable connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but...
... of the power plug is inserted into the power strip. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A C A D A P T ER C O N N EC T O R - CAUTION: If you to insert the plug incorrectly. NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter from the AC adapter. You can be removed from the computer, hold the adapter cable connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but...
Owner's Manual
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.... The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. Charging the Battery NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 1 hour with the computer turned on. Charge time is connected to an electrical outlet. ...'s internal circuitry prevents the battery from the telephone wall jack. For more information about resolving problems with the computer in the Dell Inspiron Help file. If two batteries are installed, the low-battery warning means that time, the speaker beeps periodically. For more ...
.... The computer enters hibernate mode when the battery charge is approximately 90 percent depleted. Charging the Battery NOTE: The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 1 hour with the computer turned on. Charge time is connected to an electrical outlet. ...'s internal circuitry prevents the battery from the telephone wall jack. For more information about resolving problems with the computer in the Dell Inspiron Help file. If two batteries are installed, the low-battery warning means that time, the speaker beeps periodically. For more ...
Owner's Manual
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...TE S T T H E EL E CT R I C A L O U T L E T - Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is on page 102. 50 U s i n g a B a t te r y C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L OU T L E T - See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for Your Computer" on page 127). RE I E S - C HE C K T H ..." on . The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on but the display remains blank, reinstall...
...TE S T T H E EL E CT R I C A L O U T L E T - Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is on page 102. 50 U s i n g a B a t te r y C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L OU T L E T - See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for Your Computer" on page 127). RE I E S - C HE C K T H ..." on . The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on but the display remains blank, reinstall...
Owner's Manual
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...H T H E V I D E O I G H T - When the light is on, the computer has • If the light is off . Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it is on. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 83 C H E C K ...T I C A L O U T L E T - C H E C K T H E A C A D A P T E R - CHECK THE power. See the Dell Inspiron Help file for Your Computer" on page 17. Video and Display Problems If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using the AC adapter, and turn off , press the power button. • If the light is blinking, your...
...H T H E V I D E O I G H T - When the light is on, the computer has • If the light is off . Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it is on. So l vi n g Pro b l em s 83 C H E C K ...T I C A L O U T L E T - C H E C K T H E A C A D A P T E R - CHECK THE power. See the Dell Inspiron Help file for Your Computer" on page 17. Video and Display Problems If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using the AC adapter, and turn off , press the power button. • If the light is blinking, your...
Owner's Manual
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... the computer, and then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. 2 Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer. 3 Ground yourself by Dell. Go to support.dell.com for a description of the computer. 4 Remove any installed PC Cards, and put them in a safe...
... the computer, and then disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. 2 Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from the computer. 3 Ground yourself by Dell. Go to support.dell.com for a description of the computer. 4 Remove any installed PC Cards, and put them in a safe...
Owner's Manual
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... any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 41). 2 Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the electrical outlet. 3 Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from ...battery. If the computer does not start , or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 127). 90 So l vi n g Pro b l em s www.dell.com | support.dell.com 8 Open the display and place the computer right-side up across two books or similar props...
... any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 41). 2 Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the electrical outlet. 3 Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and then from ...battery. If the computer does not start , or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 127). 90 So l vi n g Pro b l em s www.dell.com | support.dell.com 8 Open the display and place the computer right-side up across two books or similar props...
Owner's Manual
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...the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. captive screw (2) cover 11 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close may damage your computer and an electrical outlet. 12 Turn on the computer. No error message indicates this failure. As the computer...in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer Information. 106 Adding and Replacing Pa rts www.dell.com | support.dell.com 10 Replace the cover. NOTICE: If the cover is not installed properly, the computer does not boot.
...the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. captive screw (2) cover 11 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close may damage your computer and an electrical outlet. 12 Turn on the computer. No error message indicates this failure. As the computer...in the computer, click the Start button, click Help and Support, and then click Computer Information. 106 Adding and Replacing Pa rts www.dell.com | support.dell.com 10 Replace the cover. NOTICE: If the cover is not installed properly, the computer does not boot.
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AC Adapter Input voltage 90-240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.5 A Input frequency 47-63 Hz Output current (maximum) 4.3 A (maximum at 4-second pulse); 3.3 A (continuous) Output power 65 W Rated ...
AC Adapter Input voltage 90-240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.5 A Input frequency 47-63 Hz Output current (maximum) 4.3 A (maximum at 4-second pulse); 3.3 A (continuous) Output power 65 W Rated ...
User Guide
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... source. l If your computer includes a modem, the cable used with the modem should be equipped with water. Power l Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for example, near a bath tub, sink, or swimming pool or in wall unit or on exposed skin for extended periods of time....your media base and working environment from lightning via the telephone line. Back to Contents Page Using the Media Base Dell™ Latitude™ X300 and Inspiron™ 300m Media Base User's Guide Safety Instructions When Using Your Media Base Finding Information About Your Media Base Setting Up ...
... source. l If your computer includes a modem, the cable used with the modem should be equipped with water. Power l Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for example, near a bath tub, sink, or swimming pool or in wall unit or on exposed skin for extended periods of time....your media base and working environment from lightning via the telephone line. Back to Contents Page Using the Media Base Dell™ Latitude™ X300 and Inspiron™ 300m Media Base User's Guide Safety Instructions When Using Your Media Base Finding Information About Your Media Base Setting Up ...
User Guide
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...To avoid damaging the media base, allow you to lead, a chemical known to sunlight. Handle a damaged or leaking battery pack with the AC adapter power cable. l Do not dispose of a spent or damaged battery promptly. Dispose of your computer's battery in aircraft during certain critical phases ...shocks. Do not drop your media base, battery, and hard drive from Dell at its worldwide website at www.dell.com. l Protect your media base or subject it on . l Do not store or leave your AC adapter's power cable and that has the capacity for disposal instructions. Discard a...
...To avoid damaging the media base, allow you to lead, a chemical known to sunlight. Handle a damaged or leaking battery pack with the AC adapter power cable. l Do not dispose of a spent or damaged battery promptly. Dispose of your computer's battery in aircraft during certain critical phases ...shocks. Do not drop your media base, battery, and hard drive from Dell at its worldwide website at www.dell.com. l Protect your media base or subject it on . l Do not store or leave your AC adapter's power cable and that has the capacity for disposal instructions. Discard a...
User Guide
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...parallel printer. Connects the media base to the DC power required by the media base. Amber - Connects an AC adapter to the media base and to AC power to convert AC power to a network. video connector - Connects an external VGA monitor. Connection speed is 100 Mbps. NOTICE: ... detecting a network connection. Connects up to insert the plug incorrectly. You can connect the AC adapter with your media base either turned on the media base. NOTICE: When you plug the AC adapter power cable into the network connector. Yellow - 1 parallel connector 2 video connector 3 serial...
...parallel printer. Connects the media base to the DC power required by the media base. Amber - Connects an AC adapter to the media base and to AC power to convert AC power to a network. video connector - Connects an external VGA monitor. Connection speed is 100 Mbps. NOTICE: ... detecting a network connection. Connects up to insert the plug incorrectly. You can connect the AC adapter with your media base either turned on the media base. NOTICE: When you plug the AC adapter power cable into the network connector. Yellow - 1 parallel connector 2 video connector 3 serial...
User Guide
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... computer, the operating system must complete its setup process. e. f. Shut down the computer through the Windows Start menu. Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector and to the security cable slot on the computer. g. Before you may damage the media base or the computer. 1. To... you cannot undock the computer. 1 subwoofer Setting Up Your Media Base NOTICE: Always use any other commercially available AC adapter-or the AC adapter from older models of Dell computers- Turn on the media base, you use the Dell AC adapter that the Microsoft® Windows® desktop appears.
... computer, the operating system must complete its setup process. e. f. Shut down the computer through the Windows Start menu. Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter connector and to the security cable slot on the computer. g. Before you may damage the media base or the computer. 1. To... you cannot undock the computer. 1 subwoofer Setting Up Your Media Base NOTICE: Always use any other commercially available AC adapter-or the AC adapter from older models of Dell computers- Turn on the media base, you use the Dell AC adapter that the Microsoft® Windows® desktop appears.
User Guide
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... base and lower the computer onto the media base. Slide both battery latches in Setting Up Your Media Base, complete them before proceeding to an AC adapter. 1. Remove the battery bay cover. 2. Align the front of the computer with the front of the arrows, and remove the battery from the battery bay... bay. 1 battery latch release (2) 2 battery Docking Your Computer NOTE: If 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 not connected to the next step.
... base and lower the computer onto the media base. Slide both battery latches in Setting Up Your Media Base, complete them before proceeding to an AC adapter. 1. Remove the battery bay cover. 2. Align the front of the computer with the front of the arrows, and remove the battery from the battery bay... bay. 1 battery latch release (2) 2 battery Docking Your Computer NOTE: If 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 not connected to the next step.
User Guide
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... connector. 6. Click OK, and wait until the drive you want to eject and then click Stop. 3. Specifications Physical Height Width Depth Weight (without optical drive) AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current (maximum) Output power Rated output voltage Dimensions : Height Width Depth Weight (including DC cable) Temperature range...
... connector. 6. Click OK, and wait until the drive you want to eject and then click Stop. 3. Specifications Physical Height Width Depth Weight (without optical drive) AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current (maximum) Output power Rated output voltage Dimensions : Height Width Depth Weight (including DC cable) Temperature range...
Service Manual
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... and Support, and then click Computer Information. Wait 10 to a media base (docked), undock it. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close may damage your computer. 1 captive screw (2) 2 memory module cover 11. Save and close , remove the module and reinstall it detects the additional memory...
... and Support, and then click Computer Information. Wait 10 to a media base (docked), undock it. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to close may damage your computer. 1 captive screw (2) 2 memory module cover 11. Save and close , remove the module and reinstall it detects the additional memory...