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Solving Problems
Solving Problems
Power Problems
Error Messages
Video and Display Problems
Sound and Speaker Problems
Printer Problems
Modem and Internet Connection Problems
Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
External Keyboard Problems
Unexpected Characters
Drive Problems
PC Card Problems
Network Problems
General Program Problems
If Your Dell™ Computer Gets Wet
If You Drop or Damage Your Computer
Resolving Other Technical Problems
Power Problems
Fill out the
Diagnostics Checklist
Check the power light —
power light is blinking, the computer is in standby mode—press the power button to exit
mode. If the light is off, press the power button to turn on the computer.
Charge the battery —
The battery charge may be depleted.
1. Reinstall the battery.
2. Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet.
3. Turn on the computer.
Check the battery status light —
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as you complete these checks.
When the power light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. If the
If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady
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