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Contents Finding Information 9 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 13 Left Side View 16 Right Side View 18 Bottom View 20 2 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet 21 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 21 Setting Up a Printer 22 Printer Cable 22 Connecting a USB Printer 22 Power Protection Devices 23 Surge Protectors 23 Line Conditioners 24 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 24 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 25 Checking the Battery Charge 26 Microsoft Windows Power Meter 26 Low-Battery Warning 26 Charging the Battery 26 Removing a Battery 27 Contents 3
Contents Finding Information 9 1 A Tour of Your Computer Front View 13 Left Side View 16 Right Side View 18 Bottom View 20 2 Setting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet 21 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 21 Setting Up a Printer 22 Printer Cable 22 Connecting a USB Printer 22 Power Protection Devices 23 Surge Protectors 23 Line Conditioners 24 Uninterruptible Power Supplies 24 3 Using a Battery Battery Performance 25 Checking the Battery Charge 26 Microsoft Windows Power Meter 26 Low-Battery Warning 26 Charging the Battery 26 Removing a Battery 27 Contents 3
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Installing a Battery 27 Storing a Battery 27 4 Installing Module Bay Devices About the Module Bay 29 Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off . . . . . 29 Removing and Installing Devices ...
Installing a Battery 27 Storing a Battery 27 4 Installing Module Bay Devices About the Module Bay 29 Removing and Installing Devices While the Computer Is Turned Off . . . . . 29 Removing and Installing Devices ...
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... flashing. 9 Turns on steadily or blinks when the computer is enabled. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as follows: - Flashing green: The battery charge is enabled. Turns on when the scroll lock function is low. NOTE: Device... status lights are also visible when the display is enabled. Indicates battery charge status. Turns on when the uppercase letter function is in a power management mode. A Tour of data, never turn on the ...
... flashing. 9 Turns on steadily or blinks when the computer is enabled. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is running on a battery, the light operates as follows: - Flashing green: The battery charge is enabled. Turns on when the scroll lock function is low. NOTE: Device... status lights are also visible when the display is enabled. Indicates battery charge status. Turns on when the uppercase letter function is in a power management mode. A Tour of data, never turn on the ...
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... the telephone line to the network connector. For information on AC power instead of battery power. 18 A Tour of Your Computer Connects the AC adapter so that you can install devices such as an optical drive or Dell TravelLite™ module in to the modem connector. A C A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R - You can run the computer on...
... the telephone line to the network connector. For information on AC power instead of battery power. 18 A Tour of Your Computer Connects the AC adapter so that you can install devices such as an optical drive or Dell TravelLite™ module in to the modem connector. A C A D A P T E R C O N N E C T O R - You can run the computer on...
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...dell.com | support.dell.com Bottom View Mini PCI card and modem cover memory module cover air vent module bay module bay latch release battery* battery latch release hard drive cover *optional 8-cell battery... Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - M I N I P C I R V E N T - For more information, see "Installing Module Bay Devices" on page 25 for instructions. HARD DRIVE - See "Using a Battery" on page 29. A I C A R D A N D M O D E M C O V E R - Restricting the airflow can install devices such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. See "Memory" on page 29 for instructions. ...
...dell.com | support.dell.com Bottom View Mini PCI card and modem cover memory module cover air vent module bay module bay latch release battery* battery latch release hard drive cover *optional 8-cell battery... Y L A T C H R E L E A S E - M I N I P C I R V E N T - For more information, see "Installing Module Bay Devices" on page 25 for instructions. HARD DRIVE - See "Using a Battery" on page 29. A I C A R D A N D M O D E M C O V E R - Restricting the airflow can install devices such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. See "Memory" on page 29 for instructions. ...
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... to a UPS. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to ensure...(UL). 24 Setting Up Your Computer See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage...Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to a separate power strip that the device is interrupted. NOTICE:...
... to a UPS. NOTE: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level. The battery charges while AC power is being saved to ensure...(UL). 24 Setting Up Your Computer See the UPS manufacturer documentation for information on battery operating time and to the hard drive may result in data loss or file damage...Line conditioners do not protect against power fluctuations and interruptions. UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to a separate power strip that the device is interrupted. NOTICE:...
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... leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. Keep the battery away from other power-intensive programs such as 3D games • Running the computer in maximum performance mode (see "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file.) NOTE: It is supplied as standard equipment in... the battery bay. Depending on how often the battery is used , you when the battery charge is designed to an electrical outlet. You can hold a charge)...
... leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage. Keep the battery away from other power-intensive programs such as 3D games • Running the computer in maximum performance mode (see "Power Management" in the Dell Inspiron Help file.) NOTE: It is supplied as standard equipment in... the battery bay. Depending on how often the battery is used , you when the battery charge is designed to an electrical outlet. You can hold a charge)...
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If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. If the computer is approximately 90 percent depleted. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is hot from being used in the Dell Inspiron Help file. For more information about the Power Meter tab, see...
If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. If the computer is approximately 90 percent depleted. Then connect the computer to an electrical outlet or install a battery while the computer is hot from being used in the Dell Inspiron Help file. For more information about the Power Meter tab, see...
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... for an extended period of time. Do not use it. Replace the battery only with your Dell computer. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use a battery from other computers with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. Using a Battery 27 The lithium-ion battery is turned off, set to the hibernate power management mode, or connected...
... for an extended period of time. Do not use it. Replace the battery only with your Dell computer. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you use a battery from other computers with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. Using a Battery 27 The lithium-ion battery is turned off, set to the hibernate power management mode, or connected...
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...O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A P C C A R D N O T P R O V I T H A D E L L - If the light is in standby mode-press the power button to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. The battery charge may need to exit standby mode. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y T E M P E R A T U R E - www.dell.com | support.dell.com PC Card Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the... P C C A R D - NOTE: See the Dell Inspiron Help file for information on the computer. If the battery temperature is lit or blinking, the computer has power.
...O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A P C C A R D N O T P R O V I T H A D E L L - If the light is in standby mode-press the power button to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. The battery charge may need to exit standby mode. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y T E M P E R A T U R E - www.dell.com | support.dell.com PC Card Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the... P C C A R D - NOTE: See the Dell Inspiron Help file for information on the computer. If the battery temperature is lit or blinking, the computer has power.
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...E R E N C E - E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I C A L O U T L E T - Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. Solving Problems 69 Connect the computer to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Check the AC adapter cable connections. Press and the up- If you are using the AC adapter, and turn on the... R O R M O N I E S - Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a battery to an electrical outlet using a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer is attached to an external monitor...
...E R E N C E - E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I C A L O U T L E T - Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances. Solving Problems 69 Connect the computer to power your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. Check the AC adapter cable connections. Press and the up- If you are using the AC adapter, and turn on the... R O R M O N I E S - Video and Display Problems CAUTION: Before you are using a battery to an electrical outlet using a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer is attached to an external monitor...
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...mounting bracket. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with locking tabs; NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer. 1 Ensure that the work surface. Hold a component such as a processor by its pins.... the computer. 5 Remove any connector pins. NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on a card. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you begin any telephone or telecommunication lines from the network wall jack...
...mounting bracket. CAUTION: Handle components and cards with locking tabs; NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer. 1 Ensure that the work surface. Hold a component such as a processor by its pins.... the computer. 5 Remove any connector pins. NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on a card. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you begin any telephone or telecommunication lines from the network wall jack...
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...covered under your computer warranty. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from the bay. 8 Remove any of the computer, and then remove the battery from Dell are intended for information on the memory supported by installing memory modules on the memory module cover, and then remove the cover. CAUTION:... Before you begin any installed modules. 7 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the procedures in this ...
...covered under your computer warranty. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from the bay. 8 Remove any of the computer, and then remove the battery from Dell are intended for information on the memory supported by installing memory modules on the memory module cover, and then remove the cover. CAUTION:... Before you begin any installed modules. 7 Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the procedures in this ...
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... your finger under the cover at the same time that you ordered your computer and an electrical outlet. 7 Turn on the computer. 6 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer, the modem is already installed CAUTION: Before you begin any of memory installed in the...
... your finger under the cover at the same time that you ordered your computer and an electrical outlet. 7 Turn on the computer. 6 Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your computer, the modem is already installed CAUTION: Before you begin any of memory installed in the...
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www.dell.com | support.dell.com Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer on Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature ... cell) approximate 0.24 kg (0.54 lb) (4 cell) approximate Weight varies depending on configuration and manufacturing variability. 14.8 VDC 2.5 hours 1.5 hours Battery operating time varies depending on battery life. 500 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° ...
www.dell.com | support.dell.com Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: Width Height Battery Type Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer on Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature ... cell) approximate 0.24 kg (0.54 lb) (4 cell) approximate Weight varies depending on configuration and manufacturing variability. 14.8 VDC 2.5 hours 1.5 hours Battery operating time varies depending on battery life. 500 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° ...
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... TravelLite 2.0 kg (4.4 lb) approximate travel module With 8-cell battery and DVD 2.2 kg (4.8 lb) approximate With 4-cell battery and TravelLite 1.7 kg (3.8 lb) approximate travel module With 4-cell battery and DVD 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) approximate Appendix 85 AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output voltage Dimensions: Height ...
... TravelLite 2.0 kg (4.4 lb) approximate travel module With 8-cell battery and DVD 2.2 kg (4.8 lb) approximate With 4-cell battery and TravelLite 1.7 kg (3.8 lb) approximate travel module With 4-cell battery and DVD 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) approximate Appendix 85 AC Adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output current Output power Rated output voltage Dimensions: Height ...
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..., 26 checking the charge, 26 description, 20 installing, 27 low-battery warning, 26 performance, 25 power meter, 26 removing, 27 storing, 27 ..., 31 copying DVDs general information, 31 helpful tips, 32 how to, 31 D Dell contacting, 89 support policy, 88 support site, 11 Dell Diagnostics, 47 Dell Premier Support website, 9, 11 device latch release description, 20 system view, 20 device... status lights description, 15 system view, 15 diagnostics Dell, 47 display description, 13 system view, 13 display latch release description, 13 system view, 13 ...
..., 26 checking the charge, 26 description, 20 installing, 27 low-battery warning, 26 performance, 25 power meter, 26 removing, 27 storing, 27 ..., 31 copying DVDs general information, 31 helpful tips, 32 how to, 31 D Dell contacting, 89 support policy, 88 support site, 11 Dell Diagnostics, 47 Dell Premier Support website, 9, 11 device latch release description, 20 system view, 20 device... status lights description, 15 system view, 15 diagnostics Dell, 47 display description, 13 system view, 13 display latch release description, 13 system view, 13 ...