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6 Using a Battery 43 Battery Performance 43 Checking the Battery Charge 44 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 44 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 45 Charge Gauge 45 Low-Battery Warning 46 Conserving Battery Power 46 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 46 Using the Sleep Power State 47 Charging the Battery 48 Replacing the Battery 48 Storing a Battery...
6 Using a Battery 43 Battery Performance 43 Checking the Battery Charge 44 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 44 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 45 Charge Gauge 45 Low-Battery Warning 46 Conserving Battery Power 46 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 46 Using the Sleep Power State 47 Charging the Battery 48 Replacing the Battery 48 Storing a Battery...
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... that provides surge protection. 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 approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 24 Setting Up Your Computer A UPS protects against power interruptions. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do...
... that provides surge protection. 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 approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). 24 Setting Up Your Computer A UPS protects against power interruptions. Line Conditioners NOTICE: Line conditioners do...
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... the previous track. Off: The battery is turned off). - About Your Computer 29 Play or pause. Play the next track. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is adequately charged. Solid blue: The battery is running on a battery, the light operates as follows: If the computer is...
... the previous track. Off: The battery is turned off). - About Your Computer 29 Play or pause. Play the next track. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is adequately charged. Solid blue: The battery is running on a battery, the light operates as follows: If the computer is...
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... installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Wireless Mini Cards" on page 134). Bottom View 1 2 3 5 4 1 battery 3 battery charge/health gauge 5 wireless mini card compartment 2 battery release latch 4 module cover M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I C A R D C O M P A R T M E N T - B A T T E R Y - Compartment for WLAN, WWAN, or FCM Mini Cards (see "Using a Battery" on page 117...
... installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to an electrical outlet (see "Wireless Mini Cards" on page 134). Bottom View 1 2 3 5 4 1 battery 3 battery charge/health gauge 5 wireless mini card compartment 2 battery release latch 4 module cover M E M O R Y M O D U L E / C O I C A R D C O M P A R T M E N T - B A T T E R Y - Compartment for WLAN, WWAN, or FCM Mini Cards (see "Using a Battery" on page 117...
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B A T T E R Y C H A R G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S - Provides information on the battery charge (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 44). Releases the battery (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 48 for instructions). 36 About Your Computer
B A T T E R Y C H A R G E / H E A L T H G A U G E - B A T T E R Y R E L E A S E L A T C H E S - Provides information on the battery charge (see "Replacing the Battery" on page 44). Releases the battery (see "Checking the Battery Charge" on page 48 for instructions). 36 About Your Computer
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..." on operating conditions. For optimal computer performance and to configure power management settings). One battery is used, you can hold a charge) decreases over the battery icon in the Windows notification area. NOTE: Because the battery may need to media. Battery operating time ...life of your computer. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with your computer. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties which it...
..." on operating conditions. For optimal computer performance and to configure power management settings). One battery is used, you can hold a charge) decreases over the battery icon in the Windows notification area. NOTE: Because the battery may need to media. Battery operating time ...life of your computer. NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can use to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your Dell™ portable computer with your computer. Using a Battery Battery Performance NOTE: For information about accessing Windows Power Options Properties which it...
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...meter icon located in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on the battery • Low-battery warning pop-up window Dell QuickSet Battery Meter To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter: • Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the taskbar, and then click Battery... Meter or • Press The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for ...
...meter icon located in the notification area • Battery charge/health gauge located on the battery • Low-battery warning pop-up window Dell QuickSet Battery Meter To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter: • Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the taskbar, and then click Battery... Meter or • Press The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for ...
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...battery has 80 percent of times it is in good condition, and more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in Dell QuickSet. To check the battery health using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on . Therefore, a battery can show a status of the lights are on ... status button) • Battery health (check by pressing and holding the status button on , the battery has no lights appear, the battery is charged. Charge Gauge By either pressing once or pressing and holding the status button) The battery operating time is largely determined by using the...
...battery has 80 percent of times it is in good condition, and more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in Dell QuickSet. To check the battery health using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on . Therefore, a battery can show a status of the lights are on ... status button) • Battery health (check by pressing and holding the status button on , the battery has no lights appear, the battery is charged. Charge Gauge By either pressing once or pressing and holding the status button) The battery operating time is largely determined by using the...
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... to an electrical outlet when possible; You can use the Dell QuickSet Power Management wizard, right-click the QuickSet icon in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46). the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery (see... "Using the Sleep Power State" on page 47). Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your computer. • For information on how to use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power...
... to an electrical outlet when possible; You can use the Dell QuickSet Power Management wizard, right-click the QuickSet icon in Dell QuickSet or the Power Options window (see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46). the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery (see... "Using the Sleep Power State" on page 47). Low-Battery Warning NOTICE: To avoid losing or corrupting data, save your computer. • For information on how to use Dell QuickSet or Windows Power...
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...then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to continue charging the battery. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Disconnect the computer from Dell. Replace the battery only with your Dell computer. CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off ... you connect the computer to an electrical outlet. The battery is connected to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The battery is longer with your computer or being in a hot environment, the battery may increase the risk ...
...then connect the computer to an electrical outlet to continue charging the battery. If necessary, the AC adapter then charges the battery and maintains the battery charge. Disconnect the computer from Dell. Replace the battery only with your Dell computer. CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, turn off ... you connect the computer to an electrical outlet. The battery is connected to an electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. The battery is longer with your computer or being in a hot environment, the battery may increase the risk ...
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.... 2 Ensure that the computer is connected to keep them open. 5 Slide the battery out of time. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on page 48) before you store your docking device for an extended period of the bay. 1 2 1 battery 2 battery release latch To replace the...
.... 2 Ensure that the computer is connected to keep them open. 5 Slide the battery out of time. After a long storage period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on page 48) before you store your docking device for an extended period of the bay. 1 2 1 battery 2 battery release latch To replace the...
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... page 155). Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 155). P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - Correct the settings for the Date and Time options (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 165). U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I B L E . X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E - Ensure that supports the ... "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). Some cards do not support this feature. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the...
... page 155). Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 155). P L E A S E R U N T H E S YS T E M S E T U P P R O G R A M - Correct the settings for the Date and Time options (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 165). U N E X P E C T E D I N T E R R U P T I B L E . X : \ I S N O T A C C E S S I N P R O T E C T E D M O D E - Ensure that supports the ... "Dell Diagnostics" on page 79). Some cards do not support this feature. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the...
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... it is used , you may need to verify your WWAN service - • Check your plan coverage and supported services. Contact Dell (see "Using the Sleep Power State" on page 154 as a lamp. 100 Troubleshooting If the battery temperature is low or depleted... button to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. If the light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. C HARGE THE BATTERY - The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to turn on the computer. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G ...
... it is used , you may need to verify your WWAN service - • Check your plan coverage and supported services. Contact Dell (see "Using the Sleep Power State" on page 154 as a lamp. 100 Troubleshooting If the battery temperature is low or depleted... button to an electrical outlet. 3 Turn on the computer. If the light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. C HARGE THE BATTERY - The battery charge may be depleted. 1 Reinstall the battery. 2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to turn on the computer. C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G ...
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... a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it with another device, such as you attach an external monitor to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - AD J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I N T E R F E R E N C E - EL I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I E S - Video and Display Problems Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 154 as a lamp. If you...
... a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer supports, it with another device, such as you attach an external monitor to your computer, the battery charge may be depleted. CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - AD J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I N T E R F E R E N C E - EL I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I E S - Video and Display Problems Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 154 as a lamp. If you...
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...accessories together safely. • Avoid packing the computer with items such as your name, address, and phone number in a safe place. • Fully charge the main battery and any spare batteries that you plan to carry with you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and... to Dell. • Create a file on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop called if_found. Traveling With Your Computer 147 Traveling With Your Computer Identifying ...
...accessories together safely. • Avoid packing the computer with items such as your name, address, and phone number in a safe place. • Fully charge the main battery and any spare batteries that you plan to carry with you need to report a loss or theft to law enforcement officials and... to Dell. • Create a file on the Microsoft® Windows® desktop called if_found. Traveling With Your Computer 147 Traveling With Your Computer Identifying ...
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...the kinds of emergency travel assistance it offers to use of portable computers. To disable wireless activity, use the wireless switch (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 73). • Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time (...see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46). • If you are used in the countries you will visit, and have a charged battery available in an overhead storage compartment. NOTICE: Do not check the computer as a merchandise passport) from hazards such as extreme temperatures ...
...the kinds of emergency travel assistance it offers to use of portable computers. To disable wireless activity, use the wireless switch (see "Dell Wi-Fi Catcher™ Network Locator" on page 73). • Consider changing your power management options to maximize battery operating time (...see "Configuring Power Management Settings" on page 46). • If you are used in the countries you will visit, and have a charged battery available in an overhead storage compartment. NOTICE: Do not check the computer as a merchandise passport) from hazards such as extreme temperatures ...
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See "Using a Battery" on page 43 for more information on page 100). Battery (continued) Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Input voltage Input ...operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions (see "Power Problems" on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) CR...
See "Using a Battery" on page 43 for more information on page 100). Battery (continued) Dimensions: Depth Height Width Weight Voltage Charge time (approximate): Computer off Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range: Operating Storage Coin-cell battery AC Adapter Input voltage Input ...operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions (see "Power Problems" on battery life. 300 discharge/charge cycles 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 149°F) CR...
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See sound B battery charge gauge, 45 charging, 48 checking the charge, 44 performance, 43 power meter, 45 removing, 48 replacing coin-cell battery, 143 storing, 49 blanks ExpressCards, 59, 63 removing, 61, 64 Bluetooth wireless technology ...
See sound B battery charge gauge, 45 charging, 48 checking the charge, 44 performance, 43 power meter, 45 removing, 48 replacing coin-cell battery, 143 storing, 49 blanks ExpressCards, 59, 63 removing, 61, 64 Bluetooth wireless technology ...
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... To a Projector 47 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate . . . . . 47 6 Using a Battery 49 Battery Performance 49 Checking the Battery Charge 50 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 50 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 51 Charge Gauge 51 Low-Battery Warning 52 Conserving Battery Power 52 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 52 Using the Sleep Power...
... To a Projector 47 Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate . . . . . 47 6 Using a Battery 49 Battery Performance 49 Checking the Battery Charge 50 Dell QuickSet Battery Meter 50 Microsoft® Windows® Battery Meter 51 Charge Gauge 51 Low-Battery Warning 52 Conserving Battery Power 52 Configuring Power Management Settings . . . . . 52 Using the Sleep Power...
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...For more information, see the documentation that came with your Bluetooth Wireless Technology. If the computer is low. - Flashing amber: The battery charge is connected to an electrical outlet, the - To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "Right Side View" on... Technology with your computer. To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, use the wireless switch. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is enabled. Turns on when wireless networking is turned off only the Bluetooth wireless technology functionality, right-click the...
...For more information, see the documentation that came with your Bluetooth Wireless Technology. If the computer is low. - Flashing amber: The battery charge is connected to an electrical outlet, the - To enable or disable wireless networking, use the wireless switch (see "Right Side View" on... Technology with your computer. To quickly enable or disable all wireless devices, use the wireless switch. Off: The battery is adequately charged (or the computer is enabled. Turns on when wireless networking is turned off only the Bluetooth wireless technology functionality, right-click the...