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..., such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on using the optional floppydrive cable. The AC adapter converts AC power to a network. A C A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R - VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor. Attaches an AC adapter to the connector indicate activity for wired network communications. You can...
..., such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. You can connect the AC adapter with your computer turned either on using the optional floppydrive cable. The AC adapter converts AC power to a network. A C A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R - VIDEO CONNECTOR Connects an external VGA-compatible monitor. Attaches an AC adapter to the connector indicate activity for wired network communications. You can...
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...For more information, see page 115. When a battery is installed, you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Releases the battery from overheating...."Using a Battery" on page 41. A Tour of Your Computer 23 CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 37. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Bottom View 1 2 3 4 9 8 5 7 6 1 ...
...For more information, see page 115. When a battery is installed, you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Releases the battery from overheating...."Using a Battery" on page 41. A Tour of Your Computer 23 CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 37. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Bottom View 1 2 3 4 9 8 5 7 6 1 ...
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...Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) Surge Protectors Surge protectors and power strips equipped with a higher joule rating offers more protection. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. UPS devices contain a battery that the... device is available. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 30 ...
...Surge protectors • Line conditioners • Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) Surge Protectors Surge protectors and power strips equipped with a higher joule rating offers more protection. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. UPS devices contain a battery that the... device is available. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 30 ...
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... high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other computers with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Do not use the AC adapter to connect your computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not be fully charged, use a battery from other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in maximum performance mode (See "Configuring...
... high-brightness display settings, 3D screen savers, or other computers with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. Do not use the AC adapter to connect your computer. CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may not be fully charged, use a battery from other power-intensive programs such as standard equipment in maximum performance mode (See "Configuring...
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... computer, and remove any other computers. do not use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows Power Options Properties to configure the power management settings on your computer. • To access the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, double-click the icon in a hot environment, the...charge when you like. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in standby mode, you have up to 1 minute to complete the battery replacement ...
... computer, and remove any other computers. do not use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows Power Options Properties to configure the power management settings on your computer. • To access the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, double-click the icon in a hot environment, the...charge when you like. The battery's internal circuitry prevents the battery from overcharging. Charging the Battery NOTE: With Dell™ ExpressCharge™, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in standby mode, you have up to 1 minute to complete the battery replacement ...
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...the connection requirements for your computer. NOTE: If your broadband modem before you continue with the network setup. 7 Disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer and the modem. Your wireless router may not have a wireless network card. See "Physically Connecting to Network...a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to the broadband modem. NOTE: Restart your broadband modem power cable from the electrical outlet. 6 Disconnect the network cable from your computer lists the hardware and software that there is set up a ...
...the connection requirements for your computer. NOTE: If your broadband modem before you continue with the network setup. 7 Disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer and the modem. Your wireless router may not have a wireless network card. See "Physically Connecting to Network...a Wireless Router and a Broadband Modem 1 Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) to the broadband modem. NOTE: Restart your broadband modem power cable from the electrical outlet. 6 Disconnect the network cable from your computer lists the hardware and software that there is set up a ...
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... instead of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics. If you begin any of letters. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Troubleshooting...Dell. If the characters appear now but did not with the external keyboard, you may run when you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. Verify that they appear on the display. R U N T H E K E Y B O A R D D I A G N O S T I C S T E S T S - The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE AC ADAPTER ...
... instead of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Dell Diagnostics. If you begin any of letters. Then restart your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Troubleshooting...Dell. If the characters appear now but did not with the external keyboard, you may run when you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. Verify that they appear on the display. R U N T H E K E Y B O A R D D I A G N O S T I C S T E S T S - The computer does not start up ENSURE THAT THE AC ADAPTER ...
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... which it with another device, such as a lamp. 96 Troubleshooting See "Contacting Dell" on how often the battery is in standby mode-press the power button to an electrical outlet. Depending on page 135. C HECK T H E... NETWORK C A B L E C O N N E C T O R - Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it is firmly inserted into both the network connector on the computer. Ensure that the network cable is used, you may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter...
... which it with another device, such as a lamp. 96 Troubleshooting See "Contacting Dell" on how often the battery is in standby mode-press the power button to an electrical outlet. Depending on page 135. C HECK T H E... NETWORK C A B L E C O N N E C T O R - Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it is firmly inserted into both the network connector on the computer. Ensure that the network cable is used, you may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter...
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...DOCUMENTATION - Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to verify that the light is on . Check the AC adapter cable connections. ENSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON CHECK THE PRINTER CABLE CONNECTIONS - • See the printer ...J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I C A L O U T L E T - TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - If the printer is LPT1 (Printer Port). CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - If the computer power light turns on but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules (see "Optical Drives" on page 39. For a USB printer, ensure that the...
...DOCUMENTATION - Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to verify that the light is on . Check the AC adapter cable connections. ENSURE THAT THE PRINTER IS TURNED ON CHECK THE PRINTER CABLE CONNECTIONS - • See the printer ...J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I C A L O U T L E T - TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - If the printer is LPT1 (Printer Port). CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - If the computer power light turns on but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules (see "Optical Drives" on page 39. For a USB printer, ensure that the...
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TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Check the AC adapter cable connections. SEE "ERROR MESSAGES" - Contact Dell. Ensure that the subwoofer is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES - SWITCH THE VIDEO IMAGE - Press and the up- Turn off nearby fans, ...and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click the area you are using the AC adapter, and turn on the computer. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to change or click the Display icon. 4 Try different settings for the keyword...
TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET - Check the AC adapter cable connections. SEE "ERROR MESSAGES" - Contact Dell. Ensure that the subwoofer is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES - SWITCH THE VIDEO IMAGE - Press and the up- Turn off nearby fans, ...and then click Control Panel. 2 Click Appearance and Themes. 3 Click the area you are using the AC adapter, and turn on the computer. Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to change or click the Display icon. 4 Try different settings for the keyword...
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... passport) from your government. • Find out what type of electrical outlets are used in case you will visit, and have appropriate power adapters. • Check with your passage through a metal detector. Send the computer through an X-ray machine or have it hand-inspected. ... time. All airlines forbid the use of portable computers. To disable wireless activity, press. • Consider changing your power management options (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 41) to maximize battery operating time. • If you plan to visit, and consider acquiring...
... passport) from your government. • Find out what type of electrical outlets are used in case you will visit, and have appropriate power adapters. • Check with your passage through a metal detector. Send the computer through an X-ray machine or have it hand-inspected. ... time. All airlines forbid the use of portable computers. To disable wireless activity, press. • Consider changing your power management options (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 41) to maximize battery operating time. • If you plan to visit, and consider acquiring...
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See "Power Problems" on battery life. 500 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) ...Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power 6-cell "smart" lithium ion 9-cell "smart" lithium ion 49 mm (1.93 inches) (6 cell) 60.1 ...hours (6-cell) 3 hours (9-cell) Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions.
See "Power Problems" on battery life. 500 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) ...Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power 6-cell "smart" lithium ion 9-cell "smart" lithium ion 49 mm (1.93 inches) (6 cell) 60.1 ...hours (6-cell) 3 hours (9-cell) Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions.
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... from your hard drive regularly. Bluetooth® wireless technology - bootable CD - A dedicated graphics port that powers your computer when you plug the AC adapter power cable in to an electrical outlet. ASF - battery life span - The length of time (minutes or ... a program or data file on the computer, do not change them. battery - A rechargeable internal power source used for reporting hardware and software alerts to an AC adapter and an electrical outlet. The length of data interpreted by your computer. battery operating time - basic ...
... from your hard drive regularly. Bluetooth® wireless technology - bootable CD - A dedicated graphics port that powers your computer when you plug the AC adapter power cable in to an electrical outlet. ASF - battery life span - The length of time (minutes or ... a program or data file on the computer, do not change them. battery - A rechargeable internal power source used for reporting hardware and software alerts to an AC adapter and an electrical outlet. The length of data interpreted by your computer. battery operating time - basic ...
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... combo drives. Glossary 177 O optical drive - A modification to the PCI interface that is turned off or loses its external power source. A sequence of numerals and/or letters used to connect a parallel printer to one or more logical storage areas known as...attaching a PS/2-compatible keyboard, mouse, or keypad. Modems and network adapters are detected during POST, the computer continues the start-up and down your computer. peripheral component interconnect - A method of pixels up . power-on a display screen. Any software that interprets and executes program instructions...
... combo drives. Glossary 177 O optical drive - A modification to the PCI interface that is turned off or loses its external power source. A sequence of numerals and/or letters used to connect a parallel printer to one or more logical storage areas known as...attaching a PS/2-compatible keyboard, mouse, or keypad. Modems and network adapters are detected during POST, the computer continues the start-up and down your computer. peripheral component interconnect - A method of pixels up . power-on a display screen. Any software that interprets and executes program instructions...