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... are: • Balanced offers full performance when necessary and saves power during periods of inactivity. • Power saver saves power by reducing system performance to maximize the life of the battery. • High ... and Maintenance → Power Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 135 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Setting Power Options Windows Vista® Using Power Plans Windows Vista provides three power plans that you can use or configure to your computer uses power by adapting processor speed to meet ...
... are: • Balanced offers full performance when necessary and saves power during periods of inactivity. • Power saver saves power by reducing system performance to maximize the life of the battery. • High ... and Maintenance → Power Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 135 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Setting Power Options Windows Vista® Using Power Plans Windows Vista provides three power plans that you can use or configure to your computer uses power by adapting processor speed to meet ...
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.... See the surge protector documentation for your computer. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Carefully read the device warranty when choosing a surge protector. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for modem...
.... See the surge protector documentation for your computer. NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Carefully read the device warranty when choosing a surge protector. NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptions caused by nearby lightning strikes. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for modem...
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The following will significantly reduce the operating time of your laptop computer, see Maintaining Your Computer for the First Time Power Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to adjust optimize your computer performance). You may need to a CD or DVD. For best results, ...use your laptop computer. The life of your computer. Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries)
The following will significantly reduce the operating time of your laptop computer, see Maintaining Your Computer for the First Time Power Meter icon The first time you use the AC adapter to connect your computer to adjust optimize your computer performance). You may need to a CD or DVD. For best results, ...use your laptop computer. The life of your computer. Using Your Laptop Computer for ways to an electrical outlet in maximum performance mode (see "Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager" on page 146. 142 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries)
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... Slide the new battery into the bay and until it clicks into place. The battery is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer, and remove any one of fire or ...explosion. Do not use a battery from other external cables from Dell. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your Dell computer. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of the following methods: Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 If you need to work with...
... Slide the new battery into the bay and until it clicks into place. The battery is turned off the computer, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the computer, disconnect the modem from the wall connector and computer, and remove any one of fire or ...explosion. Do not use a battery from other external cables from Dell. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your Dell computer. CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of the following methods: Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) 143 If you need to work with...
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...: To learn more about changing the settings for the battery alarms through the power management options in the media bay if your work immediately after a low-battery warning. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. If the battery runs ...completely out of both batteries. You can change the settings for the battery alarms through the power management options in Windows (see Windows Help and Support...
...: To learn more about changing the settings for the battery alarms through the power management options in the media bay if your work immediately after a low-battery warning. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. If the battery runs ...completely out of both batteries. You can change the settings for the battery alarms through the power management options in Windows (see Windows Help and Support...
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...ExpressCharge™, when the computer is turned off, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to continue charging the battery. You can access the Dell ControlPoint Power Manager for as long as you like. The battery is too...connect the computer to an electrical outlet to 100 percent in Dell ControlPoint. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you connect the computer to access Dell ControlPoint Help and additional features and options. 146 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Click the icon to an electrical...
...ExpressCharge™, when the computer is turned off, the AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery to 80 percent in about 1 hour and to continue charging the battery. You can access the Dell ControlPoint Power Manager for as long as you like. The battery is too...connect the computer to an electrical outlet to 100 percent in Dell ControlPoint. Storing a Battery Remove the battery when you connect the computer to access Dell ControlPoint Help and additional features and options. 146 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Click the icon to an electrical...
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...the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. NOTE: This message concerning the requirement of an AC power adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to the computer or docking station. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE... 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). THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. STRIKE ...
...the problem persists, replace the CMOS battery. NOTE: This message concerning the requirement of an AC power adapter type of 130-W or greater applies to the computer or docking station. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST SYSTEM PERFORMANCE. IF YOU DID NOT CHANGE YOUR MEMORY... TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE... 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). THE AC POWER ADAPTER TYPE CANNOT BE DETERMINED. STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO SHUTDOWN. STRIKE ...
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..., or the batteries or system board may have occurred. BATTERY IS CRITICALLY LOW. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). YOUR POWER ADAPTER DOES NOT SUPPLY ENOUGH POWER TO RUN THE ATTACHED DOCKING STATION. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. For computers with two batteries installed, one or more...
..., or the batteries or system board may have occurred. BATTERY IS CRITICALLY LOW. Contact Dell for assistance (see "Contacting Dell" on page 337). YOUR POWER ADAPTER DOES NOT SUPPLY ENOUGH POWER TO RUN THE ATTACHED DOCKING STATION. PLEASE CONNECT A DELL XXX-W AC ADAPTER OR GREATER FOR BEST PERFORMANCE. For computers with two batteries installed, one or more...
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... (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). ***PROCESSOR MICROCODE UPDATE FAILURE*** THE REVISION OF PROCESSOR IN T H E S YS T E M I S N O T S U P P O R T E D . - STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO S H U T D O W N . - YOUR SYSTEM AUTOMATICALLY POWERED OFF BECAUSE IT BECAME WARMER THAN EXPECTED. Windows Hardware Troubleshooter .... EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. Contact Dell for your computer (see the documentation for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). ***PROCESSOR SSDT DATA NOT FOUND*** OPERATING SYSTEM POWER MANAGEMENT FOR MULTI CORE PROCESSORS WILL BE...
... (see "Contacting Dell" on page 281). ***PROCESSOR MICROCODE UPDATE FAILURE*** THE REVISION OF PROCESSOR IN T H E S YS T E M I S N O T S U P P O R T E D . - STRIKE THE F1 KEY TO S H U T D O W N . - YOUR SYSTEM AUTOMATICALLY POWERED OFF BECAUSE IT BECAME WARMER THAN EXPECTED. Windows Hardware Troubleshooter .... EITHER UNDOCK OR INSERT AN APPROPRIATE ADAPTER. Contact Dell for your computer (see the documentation for assistance (see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 337). ***PROCESSOR SSDT DATA NOT FOUND*** OPERATING SYSTEM POWER MANAGEMENT FOR MULTI CORE PROCESSORS WILL BE...
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...is connected to the correct graphics card (for dual graphics card configurations). • If you are using the optional DVI-to-VGA adapter, ensure that the adapter is correctly attached to the graphics card and monitor. • Ensure that the monitor cable is connected as a lamp. 302 ... If your graphics card, go to support.dell.com. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any video extension cables and connect the monitor directly to the computer. • Swap the computer and monitor power cables to determine if the monitor's power cable is defective. • Check the ...
...is connected to the correct graphics card (for dual graphics card configurations). • If you are using the optional DVI-to-VGA adapter, ensure that the adapter is correctly attached to the graphics card and monitor. • Ensure that the monitor cable is connected as a lamp. 302 ... If your graphics card, go to support.dell.com. Video and Monitor Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any video extension cables and connect the monitor directly to the computer. • Swap the computer and monitor power cables to determine if the monitor's power cable is defective. • Check the ...
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... hibernate mode to conserve the amount of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in to be depleted and recharged. Also referred to be used for video-related tasks. advanced configuration and...to enable technologies such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot plug. A dedicated graphics port that serves as system setup. 339 A feature that powers your computer when you understand what effect these settings have on the computer, do not change them. The length of electricity that helps to the...
... hibernate mode to conserve the amount of the faster interface between the computer hardware and the operating system. Unless you plug the AC adapter power cable in to be depleted and recharged. Also referred to be used for video-related tasks. advanced configuration and...to enable technologies such as Native Command Queuing (NCQ) and hot plug. A dedicated graphics port that serves as system setup. 339 A feature that powers your computer when you understand what effect these settings have on the computer, do not change them. The length of electricity that helps to the...
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.... pixel - Pixels are capable of different speeds, they will operate at speeds from CDs, DVDs, or DVD+RWs. Plug-and-Play - POST - power-on a display screen. A type of memory that supports 32-and 64-bit data paths, providing a high-speed data path between two devices through the... processor as 800 x 600, is turned off or loses its external power source. A removable I/O card adhering to create an image. Modems and network adapters are Plug and Play compliant. PCI Express can transfer data at the slower speed. Personal Computer Memory Card...
.... pixel - Pixels are capable of different speeds, they will operate at speeds from CDs, DVDs, or DVD+RWs. Plug-and-Play - POST - power-on a display screen. A type of memory that supports 32-and 64-bit data paths, providing a high-speed data path between two devices through the... processor as 800 x 600, is turned off or loses its external power source. A removable I/O card adhering to create an image. Modems and network adapters are Plug and Play compliant. PCI Express can transfer data at the slower speed. Personal Computer Memory Card...
Setup Guide
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...Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Microsoft® Windows® XP Setup 9 Ubuntu® Setup 9 Enable or Disable Wireless 9 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 ...22 Removing and Replacing the Battery 24 Software Features 26 Solving Problems 28 Network Problems 28 Power Problems 30 Memory Problems 31 Lockups and Software Problems 32 Using Support Tools 34 Dell Support Center 34 System Messages 35 Hardware Troubleshooter 36...
...Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 5 Before Setting Up Your Computer 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Microsoft® Windows® XP Setup 9 Ubuntu® Setup 9 Enable or Disable Wireless 9 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 ...22 Removing and Replacing the Battery 24 Software Features 26 Solving Problems 28 Network Problems 28 Power Problems 30 Memory Problems 31 Lockups and Software Problems 32 Using Support Tools 34 Dell Support Center 34 System Messages 35 Hardware Troubleshooter 36...
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Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into a wall outlet or surge protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
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... view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Provides a fast and convenient way to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on ... the computer. Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 1 Security cable slot - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 4 3-in-1 Media Card Reader -
... view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on your computer. 2 AC adapter connector - Provides a fast and convenient way to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) - NOTE: Before you buy an antitheft device, ensure that it works with the security cable slot on ... the computer. Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 1 Security cable slot - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 4 3-in-1 Media Card Reader -
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Connect the AC adapter to indicate power/battery charge status. The computer is off or in standby mode. • Off - Provides the functionality of a mouse. 4 Touch pad buttons (2) - a battery • Solid white - ... keyboard can be personalized by using the computer with: an AC adapter • Solid white - The computer is in hibernate mode. The computer is in hibernate mode. The computer is low. The computer is on . • Blinking white - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 2 Keyboard - Turns on a mouse. 19 The light indicates the...
Connect the AC adapter to indicate power/battery charge status. The computer is off or in standby mode. • Off - Provides the functionality of a mouse. 4 Touch pad buttons (2) - a battery • Solid white - ... keyboard can be personalized by using the computer with: an AC adapter • Solid white - The computer is in hibernate mode. The computer is in hibernate mode. The computer is low. The computer is on . • Blinking white - Using Your Inspiron™ Mini 10 2 Keyboard - Turns on a mouse. 19 The light indicates the...
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... then turn it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the power light is not responding - Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to the AC adapter. 30 Press a key on . If the power light is solid white and the computer is blinking amber - If the...
... then turn it with another device, such as a lamp. • Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the power light is not responding - Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to the AC adapter. 30 Press a key on . If the power light is solid white and the computer is blinking amber - If the...
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... Coin-cell battery -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) CR-2032 AC adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output power 100-240 VAC 0.8A 50-60 Hz 30 W Specifications AC adapter Output current Rated output voltage Dimensions: 30 W APD Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) 30 W PI...
... Coin-cell battery -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) CR-2032 AC adapter Input voltage Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output power 100-240 VAC 0.8A 50-60 Hz 30 W Specifications AC adapter Output current Rated output voltage Dimensions: 30 W APD Height Width Depth Weight (with cables) 30 W PI...