Dell Technology Guide
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... Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS 141 Laptop Computer Batteries 141 Using Your Laptop Computer for the First Time 142 Preserving the Life of a Battery 142 Replacing a Battery 143 Checking the Battery Charge 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager...
... Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS 141 Laptop Computer Batteries 141 Using Your Laptop Computer for the First Time 142 Preserving the Life of a Battery 142 Replacing a Battery 143 Checking the Battery Charge 143 Conserving Battery Power 145 Charging the Battery 145 Storing a Battery 146 US Department of Transportation (DOT) Notebook Battery Restrictions 146 Dell™ ControlPoint Power Manager...
Dell Technology Guide
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... protection. Compare joule ratings to determine the relative effectiveness of damage. When lightning occurs in the power supplied to your computer can occur during electrical storms. Power Line Conditioner NOTICE: Power line conditioners do not protect against power interruptions. 140 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Disconnect the network cable from the telephone wall jack and disconnect...
... protection. Compare joule ratings to determine the relative effectiveness of damage. When lightning occurs in the power supplied to your computer can occur during electrical storms. Power Line Conditioner NOTICE: Power line conditioners do not protect against power interruptions. 140 Power (Power Settings, Power Protection Devices, and Batteries) Disconnect the network cable from the telephone wall jack and disconnect...
Dell Technology Guide
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... and continuously run the equipment off battery power. Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to your computer. Plug your computer power line into a power line conditioner to compensate peaks and valleys in the power supply and reduce peaks in the power flow to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your laptop computer with the main battery installed at all...
... and continuously run the equipment off battery power. Laptop Computer Batteries To ensure optimal performance and to your computer. Plug your computer power line into a power line conditioner to compensate peaks and valleys in the power supply and reduce peaks in the power flow to help preserve BIOS settings, operate your laptop computer with the main battery installed at all...
Dell Technology Guide
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...) that plugs in most telephone networks and some computer networks. A hardware interface for a limited amount of unshielded wires are plugged directly in to protect against interference. Text editors do not usually provide word wrap or formatting functionality (the option to 1600 x 1200. uninterruptible power supply - UTP - unshielded twisted pair - UPS systems typically provide...
...) that plugs in most telephone networks and some computer networks. A hardware interface for a limited amount of unshielded wires are plugged directly in to protect against interference. Text editors do not usually provide word wrap or formatting functionality (the option to 1600 x 1200. uninterruptible power supply - UTP - unshielded twisted pair - UPS systems typically provide...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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Vostro 420 Back View 1 2 7 6 5 3 4 1 power cord connector 3 security cable/padlock rings 5 back-panel connectors 7 voltage selector switch 2 power-supply vent 4 expansion card slots 6 power-supply light 22 About Your Computer
Vostro 420 Back View 1 2 7 6 5 3 4 1 power cord connector 3 security cable/padlock rings 5 back-panel connectors 7 voltage selector switch 2 power-supply vent 4 expansion card slots 6 power-supply light 22 About Your Computer
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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Vostro 220 Back View 1 2 7 6 5 3 4 1 power cord connector 3 security cable/padlock rings 5 back-panel connectors 7 voltage selector switch 2 power-supply vent 4 expansion card slots 6 power-supply light About Your Computer 25
Vostro 220 Back View 1 2 7 6 5 3 4 1 power cord connector 3 security cable/padlock rings 5 back-panel connectors 7 voltage selector switch 2 power-supply vent 4 expansion card slots 6 power-supply light About Your Computer 25
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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Vostro 220s Back View 1 7 6 2 5 3 4 1 security cable/padlock rings 3 power connector 5 power supply light 7 back-panel connectors 2 voltage selector switch 4 power supply vents 6 expansion card slots 28 About Your Computer
Vostro 220s Back View 1 7 6 2 5 3 4 1 security cable/padlock rings 3 power connector 5 power supply light 7 back-panel connectors 2 voltage selector switch 4 power supply vents 6 expansion card slots 28 About Your Computer
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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.... Memory (continued) Minimum memory 512 MB Maximum memory 4 GB NOTE: Due to the unique architecture of the Intel Core2 Quad processor, your system board and power supply must be included when upgrading processors.
.... Memory (continued) Minimum memory 512 MB Maximum memory 4 GB NOTE: Due to the unique architecture of the Intel Core2 Quad processor, your system board and power supply must be included when upgrading processors.
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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...Blinking amber indicates a power problem sensed by the power supply unit. A blinking blue light indicates the computer is not detecting a physical connection to the SATA hard drive or CD/DVD. off - Network activity light (on page 50). Solid amber when the computer does not start ...the integrated network adapter) network and the computer. System is in sleep state; Connectors (continued) Front panel audio HDA header Processor Memory Power 12V Power one 10-pin connector one 775-pin connector Vostro 420: four 240-pin connectors Vostro 220/220s: two 240-pin connectors one 4-pin ...
...Blinking amber indicates a power problem sensed by the power supply unit. A blinking blue light indicates the computer is not detecting a physical connection to the SATA hard drive or CD/DVD. off - Network activity light (on page 50). Solid amber when the computer does not start ...the integrated network adapter) network and the computer. System is in sleep state; Connectors (continued) Front panel audio HDA header Processor Memory Power 12V Power one 10-pin connector one 775-pin connector Vostro 420: four 240-pin connectors Vostro 220/220s: two 240-pin connectors one 4-pin ...
Setup and Quick Reference Guide
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... information that shipped with your computer for 250 W power supply, 853 BTU/hr NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated by using the power supply wattage rating. Power DC power supply: Wattage Vostro 420: 350 W Vostro 220: 300 W Vostro 220s: 250 W Maximum heat dissipation for 350 W power supply, 1194 BTU/hr (MHD) for 300 W power supply, 1023 BTU/hr for important voltage setting information) Vostro 420: 115/230 VAC, 50...
... information that shipped with your computer for 250 W power supply, 853 BTU/hr NOTE: Heat dissipation is calculated by using the power supply wattage rating. Power DC power supply: Wattage Vostro 420: 350 W Vostro 220: 300 W Vostro 220s: 250 W Maximum heat dissipation for 350 W power supply, 1194 BTU/hr (MHD) for 300 W power supply, 1023 BTU/hr for important voltage setting information) Vostro 420: 115/230 VAC, 50...
Setup and Features Information Tech Sheet
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... back-panel connectors 14 voltage selector switch 16 power-supply vent Vostro 220 Front and Back View 1 2 15 14 16 10 13 3 9 4 8 12 7 17 5 6 11 1 optical drive 3 optional optical-drive bay 5 power button, power light 7 microphone connector 9 IEEE 1394 connector (optional) 11 expansion card slots (8) 13 power-supply light 15 power cord connector 17 security cable/padlock rings 2 drive...
... back-panel connectors 14 voltage selector switch 16 power-supply vent Vostro 220 Front and Back View 1 2 15 14 16 10 13 3 9 4 8 12 7 17 5 6 11 1 optical drive 3 optional optical-drive bay 5 power button, power light 7 microphone connector 9 IEEE 1394 connector (optional) 11 expansion card slots (8) 13 power-supply light 15 power cord connector 17 security cable/padlock rings 2 drive...
Setup and Features Information Tech Sheet
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Vostro 220s Front and Back View 7 13 1 12 2 3 4 5 6 1 optical drive 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 5 microphone connector 7 media card reader (optional) 9 voltage selector switch 11 expansion card slots (4) 13 security cable/padlock rings 11 10 14 9 8 2 power button, power light 4 headphone connector 6 drive-activity light 8 power supply vents 10 power supply light 12 back-panel connectors 14 power connector
Vostro 220s Front and Back View 7 13 1 12 2 3 4 5 6 1 optical drive 3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) 5 microphone connector 7 media card reader (optional) 9 voltage selector switch 11 expansion card slots (4) 13 security cable/padlock rings 11 10 14 9 8 2 power button, power light 4 headphone connector 6 drive-activity light 8 power supply vents 10 power supply light 12 back-panel connectors 14 power connector
Setup and Features Information Tech Sheet
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... Rear of the computer: Link integrity light (on integrated network adapter) Network activity light (on state amber light - Blinking amber indicates a power problem sensed by the power supply unit. System is in sleep state; off - solid blue for important voltage setting information) Vostro 420 - 115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 8A/4A Vostro 220 - 115/230 VAC...
... Rear of the computer: Link integrity light (on integrated network adapter) Network activity light (on state amber light - Blinking amber indicates a power problem sensed by the power supply unit. System is in sleep state; off - solid blue for important voltage setting information) Vostro 420 - 115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 8A/4A Vostro 220 - 115/230 VAC...
Service Manual
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8 I/O Panel 89 Removing the I/O Panel 89 Replacing the I/O Panel 91 9 Fan 93 Removing the Chassis Fan 93 Replacing the Chassis Fan 97 10 Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly . . . 99 Removing the Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly . . . 99 Replacing the Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly 101 11 Memory Module(s 103 Removing Memory Modules 103 Replacing or Adding a Memory Module 104 12 Power Supply 107 Removing the Power Supply 107 Replacing the Power Supply 109 DC Power Supply Connectors 110 DC Power Supply Connector Pin Assignments . . . . 112 6 Contents
8 I/O Panel 89 Removing the I/O Panel 89 Replacing the I/O Panel 91 9 Fan 93 Removing the Chassis Fan 93 Replacing the Chassis Fan 97 10 Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly . . . 99 Removing the Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly . . . 99 Replacing the Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly 101 11 Memory Module(s 103 Removing Memory Modules 103 Replacing or Adding a Memory Module 104 12 Power Supply 107 Removing the Power Supply 107 Replacing the Power Supply 109 DC Power Supply Connectors 110 DC Power Supply Connector Pin Assignments . . . . 112 6 Contents
Service Manual
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Inside View of Your Computer Vostro™ 420 1 6 5 1 power supply 3 media card reader (optional) 5 3.5-inch hard drive bays (4) 2 3 4 2 5.25-inch drive bays (3) 4 I/O panel 6 chassis fan Working on Your Computer 37
Inside View of Your Computer Vostro™ 420 1 6 5 1 power supply 3 media card reader (optional) 5 3.5-inch hard drive bays (4) 2 3 4 2 5.25-inch drive bays (3) 4 I/O panel 6 chassis fan Working on Your Computer 37
Service Manual
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Vostro 220 1 6 5 2 3 1 power supply 3 media card reader (optional) 5 3.5-inch hard drive bays (2) 4 2 5.25-inch drive bays (2) 4 I/O panel 6 chassis fan 38 Working on Your Computer
Vostro 220 1 6 5 2 3 1 power supply 3 media card reader (optional) 5 3.5-inch hard drive bays (2) 4 2 5.25-inch drive bays (2) 4 I/O panel 6 chassis fan 38 Working on Your Computer
Service Manual
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Vostro 220s 2 1 6 ' 1 power supply 3 optical drive 5 I/O panel 3 4 5 2 chassis fan 4 media card reader (optional) 6 3.5-inch hard drive bays (2) Working on Your Computer 39
Vostro 220s 2 1 6 ' 1 power supply 3 optical drive 5 I/O panel 3 4 5 2 chassis fan 4 media card reader (optional) 6 3.5-inch hard drive bays (2) Working on Your Computer 39
Service Manual
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... when you remove them from the system board and drives. Power Supply 107 the illustrations provided are for the Vostro 420, Vostro 220, and Vostro 220s computers; Removing the Power Supply 1 Follow the procedures in the computer chassis as you reinstall the power supply to prevent them from being pinched or crimped. 3 For the Vostro 220s: a Remove the chassis support bracket (see "System Board Components...
... when you remove them from the system board and drives. Power Supply 107 the illustrations provided are for the Vostro 420, Vostro 220, and Vostro 220s computers; Removing the Power Supply 1 Follow the procedures in the computer chassis as you reinstall the power supply to prevent them from being pinched or crimped. 3 For the Vostro 220s: a Remove the chassis support bracket (see "System Board Components...
Service Manual
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7 Press down on the power supply retention clips. 1 2 1 screws (4) (only 3 screws for Vostro 2 power supply 220s) 8 Slide the power supply toward the front of the computer and lift it out. 108 Power Supply
7 Press down on the power supply retention clips. 1 2 1 screws (4) (only 3 screws for Vostro 2 power supply 220s) 8 Slide the power supply toward the front of the computer and lift it out. 108 Power Supply
Service Manual
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... be properly routed to prevent the cables from being damaged. 3 Reconnect the DC power cables to ensure that secure the power supply to the back of the grounding system. Replacing the Power Supply 1 Set the replacement power supply into the routing clips (if present). NOTICE: Route the DC power cables as these screws are secure. 4 For the Vostro 220s: Power Supply 109
... be properly routed to prevent the cables from being damaged. 3 Reconnect the DC power cables to ensure that secure the power supply to the back of the grounding system. Replacing the Power Supply 1 Set the replacement power supply into the routing clips (if present). NOTICE: Route the DC power cables as these screws are secure. 4 For the Vostro 220s: Power Supply 109