Dell N7010, 7HR9P, P08E series, P08E001 setup guide Power Problems

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Power Problems

If the power indicator light is off — The computer is either turned off, in hibernate mode, or is not receiving power.

•Press the power button. The computer resumes normal operation if it is off or in hibernate mode.

•Reseat the AC adapter into both the power connector on the computer and the electrical outlet.

•If the AC adapter is plugged into a power strip, ensure that the power strip is plugged into an electrical outlet and that the power strip is turned on. Also bypass power protection devices, power strips, and power extension cables to verify that the computer turns on properly.

•Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.

Solving Problems

•Check the AC adapter cable connections.

If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on.

If the power indicator light is solid white and the computer is not responding — The display may not be responding. Press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on.

If the power indicator light is breathing white — The computer is in standby mode. Move the pointer using the connected mouse or press the power button to resume the normal operation.

If you encounter interference that hinders reception on your computer — An unwanted signal is creating interference by interrupting or blocking other signals. Some possible causes of interference are:

•Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables.

•Too many devices connected to a power strip.

•Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE February 2010 P/N 7HR9P Rev. A01 Contents Index Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Press the Power Button Set Up Microsoft Windows Create System Recovery Media Recommended Follow the instructions on the screen Install the SIM Card Optional Battery bay SIM card slot Enable or Disable Wireless Optional Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Wlan Set Up Wireless Display OptionalConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired ConnectionClick Start → Connect To Click Start → Control Panel Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionConnect to the Internet window appears Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Right View Features Using Your Inspiron LaptopUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features Front View Features Battery Status Light Status Lights and IndicatorsIndicator light status Computer states Power Button Light/Power Indicator LightComputer Base and Keyboard Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Scroll Touch Pad GesturesZoom Multimedia Control Keys System Setup Bios UtilityWindows Mobility Center Function Key Row, select Function Key or Multimedia KeyUsing Your Inspiron Laptop Using the Optical Drive Disc Spindle Optical drive tray Eject button Display Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery Battery lock latch Battery release latch FastAccess Facial Recognition Software FeaturesStart → Programs→ FastAccess Productivity and CommunicationEntertainment and Multimedia Dell DataSafe Online BackupAdd a Category Dell DockAdd an Icon Remove a Category or IconBeep Code Possible Problem Solving ProblemsBeep Codes Wireless Connections Network ProblemsWired Connections Power Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf a program stops responding Click ApplicationsTo run the Program Compatability Wizard If you have other software problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsAbout Your System System Tab at support.dell.comSystem Messages My Dell DownloadsUsing Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter Dell DiagnosticsClick Start → Help and Support If PSA is invoked Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveIf PSA is not invoked Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc Option Use Restoring Your Operating SystemStarting System Restore System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic Dell DataSafe Local BackupClick Upgrade Now Upgrading to Dell DataSafe Local Backup ProfessionalSystem Recovery Media Dell Factory Image Restore Confirm Data Deletion screen appears Starting Dell Factory Image RestoreGetting Help DellConnect Technical Support Customer ServiceDell Support websites Online ServicesDell Support e-mail addresses Product Information Automated Order-Status ServiceReturning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Before You Call Locating Your Service TagDiagnostic Checklist For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL Contacting DellGetting Help If you need to See Finding More Information and ResourcesDell Support Center. To launch the Dell If you need toComputer Model SpecificationsProcessor System ChipsetMedia Card Reader ConnectorsAudio CommunicationsVideo Keyboard CameraTouch Pad DisplayAC Adapter BatteryPhysical Storage To 95% Computer EnvironmentMacrovision Product Notice AppendixRegulatory Electricity Model number Voltage Frequency ImporterIndex Index USB 25 Page Page 07HR9PA01