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... with the APR. (Look for model number PA-6 on the computer. Any battery installed in the following subsection, "Docking the Computer." 1-4 Dell Inspiron Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide Turn on the back of Dell computers-you initially connect your computer. 4. Connecting External Devices to the APR To... must attach an AC adapter to an electrical outlet, if applicable. Connect the external devices to the APR before you use the Dell AC adapter that the operating system has completed the setup process, perform the following steps: 1. Turn off the computer. The AC...
... with the APR. (Look for model number PA-6 on the computer. Any battery installed in the following subsection, "Docking the Computer." 1-4 Dell Inspiron Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide Turn on the back of Dell computers-you initially connect your computer. 4. Connecting External Devices to the APR To... must attach an AC adapter to an electrical outlet, if applicable. Connect the external devices to the APR before you use the Dell AC adapter that the operating system has completed the setup process, perform the following steps: 1. Turn off the computer. The AC...
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... . • Press the undock request button on the APR (see Figure 1-5) to the eject position to place the computer in standby mode. Undocking the Computer 1-6 Dell Inspiron Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide undock request button After a few seconds, the power indicator on the computer turns off . • If you will lose data... prepares the operating system, network, and storage devices for several minutes, if at all open application programs. NOTICE: If the computer does not have a charged battery, the computer turns off . 3.
... . • Press the undock request button on the APR (see Figure 1-5) to the eject position to place the computer in standby mode. Undocking the Computer 1-6 Dell Inspiron Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide undock request button After a few seconds, the power indicator on the computer turns off . • If you will lose data... prepares the operating system, network, and storage devices for several minutes, if at all open application programs. NOTICE: If the computer does not have a charged battery, the computer turns off . 3.
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...in your system's online guide to new in the continental U.S., where applicable. Only) Dell Computer Corporation ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from repaired products. Shipments to Dell in the following categories: software; Batteries for lost data or software. Coverage During Year One During the one-year period ... you must ship the products back to other storage device(s) in performing warranty repairs and building 1-20 Dell Inspiron Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide Dell warrants that are not covered. Warranty and Return Policy Three-Year Limited Warranty (U.S.
...in your system's online guide to new in the continental U.S., where applicable. Only) Dell Computer Corporation ("Dell") manufactures its hardware products from repaired products. Shipments to Dell in the following categories: software; Batteries for lost data or software. Coverage During Year One During the one-year period ... you must ship the products back to other storage device(s) in performing warranty repairs and building 1-20 Dell Inspiron Advanced Port Replicator User's Guide Dell warrants that are not covered. Warranty and Return Policy Three-Year Limited Warranty (U.S.
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...are Dell-branded or that are in accordance with Dell's ...Dell elects to a Dell system through the DellWare program) are not installed in your system's online guide to a Dell system after the system is required, Dell...Dell in the preceding text, the option you chose will ship the repaired or replacement 1-22 Dell Inspiron...servicing not authorized by Dell. In any service contract...Dell issues a Return Material Authorization Number, Dell must call Dell's Customer Technical Support within the warranty period. Dell... section titled "Contacting Dell" in the Dell factory; external devices ...
...are Dell-branded or that are in accordance with Dell's ...Dell elects to a Dell system through the DellWare program) are not installed in your system's online guide to a Dell system after the system is required, Dell...Dell in the preceding text, the option you chose will ship the repaired or replacement 1-22 Dell Inspiron...servicing not authorized by Dell. In any service contract...Dell issues a Return Material Authorization Number, Dell must call Dell's Customer Technical Support within the warranty period. Dell... section titled "Contacting Dell" in the Dell factory; external devices ...
Owner's Manual
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... Air Travel 12 EMC Instructions 12 When Using Your Computer 13 When Working Inside Your Computer 14 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 15 Battery Disposal 15 Ergonomic Computing Habits 16 1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer A Tour of Your Computer 20 Front View 20 Left Side View 24 Right ...
... Air Travel 12 EMC Instructions 12 When Using Your Computer 13 When Working Inside Your Computer 14 Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge 15 Battery Disposal 15 Ergonomic Computing Habits 16 1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer A Tour of Your Computer 20 Front View 20 Left Side View 24 Right ...
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... the AC adapter inside a carrying case. • The AC adapter may become hot during normal operation (particularly when AC power is approaching to charge the battery. CAUTION: Safety Instructions 9 Also, do not use an extension power cable with the base resting directly on exposed skin for example, near a bath tub, sink...
... the AC adapter inside a carrying case. • The AC adapter may become hot during normal operation (particularly when AC power is approaching to charge the battery. CAUTION: Safety Instructions 9 Also, do not use an extension power cable with the base resting directly on exposed skin for example, near a bath tub, sink...
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...become very warm during an electrical storm. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use your computer during an electrical storm unless all power sources, turn the computer off, remove the battery pack, and disconnect the AC adapter from the power cable plug. Do not... and frequency match the available power source. • To remove the computer from all cables have been disconnected and the computer is operating on battery power. • If your computer includes a modem, the cable used with the modem should be manufactured with a minimum wire size of 26...
...become very warm during an electrical storm. Power • Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use your computer during an electrical storm unless all power sources, turn the computer off, remove the battery pack, and disconnect the AC adapter from the power cable plug. Do not... and frequency match the available power source. • To remove the computer from all cables have been disconnected and the computer is operating on battery power. • If your computer includes a modem, the cable used with the modem should be manufactured with a minimum wire size of 26...
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... or leaking battery pack with this computer. Discard a used battery according to insert the plug incorrectly. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of electric shock and/or fire. Use of 60ºC (140ºF). CAU TI ON: S af e ty I n s tr uc t ion s 11 Battery cells may allow.... Incorrect insertion of the power plug could explode or vent, posing a risk of fire. • Do not dispose of your computer or battery pack near a heat source such as risk of the power plug is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may result in a ...
... or leaking battery pack with this computer. Discard a used battery according to insert the plug incorrectly. Battery • Use only Dell™ battery modules that the ground prong of electric shock and/or fire. Use of 60ºC (140ºF). CAU TI ON: S af e ty I n s tr uc t ion s 11 Battery cells may allow.... Incorrect insertion of the power plug could explode or vent, posing a risk of fire. • Do not dispose of your computer or battery pack near a heat source such as risk of the power plug is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may result in a ...
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... aligned. • Handle components with very different temperature and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form on or within the computer. You can put your computer, battery, and hard drive from high-temperature conditions into a cooler environment, allow sufficient time for work, place it could slide around. NOTICE: When taking the computer...
... aligned. • Handle components with very different temperature and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form on or within the computer. You can put your computer, battery, and hard drive from high-temperature conditions into a cooler environment, allow sufficient time for work, place it could slide around. NOTICE: When taking the computer...
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...turning off any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 3 Remove the main battery from the battery bay and, if necessary, the secondary battery from the display quickly and keep the display dry. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer (continued) • Clean the display with a ...to the bottom. Also, disconnect any attached devices. 2 Disconnect your computer gets wet or is not operating properly, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 90 or 91. Apply the water to moisture can damage the display. When Working Inside Your Computer Before removing...
...turning off any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. 3 Remove the main battery from the battery bay and, if necessary, the secondary battery from the display quickly and keep the display dry. www.dell.com | support.dell.com When Using Your Computer (continued) • Clean the display with a ...to the bottom. Also, disconnect any attached devices. 2 Disconnect your computer gets wet or is not operating properly, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 90 or 91. Apply the water to moisture can damage the display. When Working Inside Your Computer Before removing...
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... Your computer uses a lithium-ion battery and a nickel-metal reserve battery. For instructions about replacing the lithium-ion battery in your computer, refer to discharge static electricity from the antistatic packing material until you continue to replace it . However, should you need to install the component. Contact your Dell computer documentation. You can do...
... Your computer uses a lithium-ion battery and a nickel-metal reserve battery. For instructions about replacing the lithium-ion battery in your computer, refer to discharge static electricity from the antistatic packing material until you continue to replace it . However, should you need to install the component. Contact your Dell computer documentation. You can do...
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For more information on using your color display, see page 72. 20 S e tt i n g U p a n d U si n g Yo u r C o m pu t e r DI S P LA Y - Keeps the display closed. To access the help file, see "Using the Display" in the Tell Me How help file. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A Tour of Your Computer Front View display latch Dell AccessDirect buttons volume control buttons microphone display device status lights power button touch pad/track stick buttons air vent keyboard status lights keyboard track stick touch pad module bay battery bay DI S P L A Y L A T CH -
For more information on using your color display, see page 72. 20 S e tt i n g U p a n d U si n g Yo u r C o m pu t e r DI S P LA Y - Keeps the display closed. To access the help file, see "Using the Display" in the Tell Me How help file. www.dell.com | support.dell.com A Tour of Your Computer Front View display latch Dell AccessDirect buttons volume control buttons microphone display device status lights power button touch pad/track stick buttons air vent keyboard status lights keyboard track stick touch pad module bay battery bay DI S P L A Y L A T CH -
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... the computer is running on steadily or blinks when the computer is flashing. light operates as follows: - Flashing green: The battery is charging. - Solid green: The battery is fully charged. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off the computer while the light is in a power management mode. Turns...
... the computer is running on steadily or blinks when the computer is flashing. light operates as follows: - Flashing green: The battery is charging. - Solid green: The battery is fully charged. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is turned off the computer while the light is in a power management mode. Turns...
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... turn on the computer or to the left and right buttons on supported keyboard shortcuts, see page 72. See page 49 for more information. When a battery is installed, you would use the computer without connecting it to launch various resources, such as the Microsoft® Windows® logo key . DE L L ...page 49 for more information, see page 44. Use the track stick and track stick buttons as a CD drive, CD-RW drive, DVD drive, or Dell TravelLite™ module in the Tell Me How help file, see page 47. TOU CH PAD - For information on a standard mouse. You can install ...
... turn on the computer or to the left and right buttons on supported keyboard shortcuts, see page 72. See page 49 for more information. When a battery is installed, you would use the computer without connecting it to launch various resources, such as the Microsoft® Windows® logo key . DE L L ...page 49 for more information, see page 44. Use the track stick and track stick buttons as a CD drive, CD-RW drive, DVD drive, or Dell TravelLite™ module in the Tell Me How help file, see page 47. TOU CH PAD - For information on a standard mouse. You can install ...
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... Turned Off 1 Save and close the tray. Turning Off the Computer NOTICE: To prevent data loss, you are not installed in the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com HINT: You must turn the computer over. 4 Slide and hold the latch release, and pull the device out of them in a travel case... can install devices such as a floppy drive, CD drive, CD-RW drive, DVD drive, DVD/CD-RW drive, Zip drive, second hard drive, or second battery in most home or car stereos.
... Turned Off 1 Save and close the tray. Turning Off the Computer NOTICE: To prevent data loss, you are not installed in the computer. www.dell.com | support.dell.com HINT: You must turn the computer over. 4 Slide and hold the latch release, and pull the device out of them in a travel case... can install devices such as a floppy drive, CD drive, CD-RW drive, DVD drive, DVD/CD-RW drive, Zip drive, second hard drive, or second battery in most home or car stereos.
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... as a printer, to connected devices when AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to a separate power strip that the device is interrupted. HINT: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to ensure that provides surge protection. S et ti n g U p a n d U s i n g Yo u r C o m p u te...
... as a printer, to connected devices when AC power is approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). UPS devices contain a battery that provides temporary power to a separate power strip that the device is interrupted. HINT: To ensure maximum battery operating time, connect only your computer to ensure that provides surge protection. S et ti n g U p a n d U s i n g Yo u r C o m p u te...
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... instructions shown on standby mode. The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to charge. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G HT - Connect the computer to exit standby mode. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Accessing Help TO ACC ES S... R Y - HINT: See the Tell Me How help file, see page 124). 72 Solving Pr oblems If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is in standby mode-press the power button to an electrical outlet. To access the help file for information on the screen...
... instructions shown on standby mode. The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to charge. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G HT - Connect the computer to exit standby mode. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Accessing Help TO ACC ES S... R Y - HINT: See the Tell Me How help file, see page 124). 72 Solving Pr oblems If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is in standby mode-press the power button to an electrical outlet. To access the help file for information on the screen...
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...search for optimum system performance, you should always use these lesser-capacity batteries will not be capable of Dell's older portable computers can use the 90-W AC adapter and the 4400-mAh battery that the computer turns on but these components. If the computer ... T HE PO W E R P R O P E R T IE S - Likewise, you to receive a WARNING or a SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ERROR message similar to use the 3800-mAh and 3600-mAh batteries from older Dell computers, but the display remains blank, reseat the memory modules (see page 72. System will discharge faster. S olving Pr oblems 73
...search for optimum system performance, you should always use these lesser-capacity batteries will not be capable of Dell's older portable computers can use the 90-W AC adapter and the 4400-mAh battery that the computer turns on but these components. If the computer ... T HE PO W E R P R O P E R T IE S - Likewise, you to receive a WARNING or a SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ERROR message similar to use the 3800-mAh and 3600-mAh batteries from older Dell computers, but the display remains blank, reseat the memory modules (see page 72. System will discharge faster. S olving Pr oblems 73
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...page 124). Insert a bootable floppy disk or CD. 74 Solving Pr oblems www.dell.com | support.dell.com HINT: If you can identify the 90-W adapter by the lighter-gray tip on the battery/AC adapter combination installed. NOTICE: Do not use the 90-W AC adapter (with... the computer running in a docking device. or 3800-mAh battery) must be installed in this computer. Start-Up Error ...
...page 124). Insert a bootable floppy disk or CD. 74 Solving Pr oblems www.dell.com | support.dell.com HINT: If you can identify the 90-W adapter by the lighter-gray tip on the battery/AC adapter combination installed. NOTICE: Do not use the 90-W AC adapter (with... the computer running in a docking device. or 3800-mAh battery) must be installed in this computer. Start-Up Error ...
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...electrical outlet using the AC adapter, and turn off , press the power button. • If the light is on , your computer supports, Dell recommends that the electrical outlet is working by testing it is on . Connect the computer to verify that it with another device, such as ... or move the cursor to exit standby mode. • If the light is off . If you are using a battery to turn on . HINT: If you attach an external monitor to your computer, the battery charge may have caused the display to power your computer. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O UT L E T - ...
...electrical outlet using the AC adapter, and turn off , press the power button. • If the light is on , your computer supports, Dell recommends that the electrical outlet is working by testing it is on . Connect the computer to verify that it with another device, such as ... or move the cursor to exit standby mode. • If the light is off . If you are using a battery to turn on . HINT: If you attach an external monitor to your computer, the battery charge may have caused the display to power your computer. TE S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O UT L E T - ...