Dell PP38L, 1410, Y727H setup guide Removing and Replacing Battery

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Removing and Replacing the

Battery

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions that shipped with your computer.

CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell™ computer. Do not use a battery from other computers with your computer.

CAUTION: Before removing or replacing the battery, turn 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 other external cables from the computer.

Using Your Inspiron Laptop

To remove the battery:

1.Ensure that the computer is turned off.

2.Slide the two latch releases on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the bay.

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1Battery

2Battery release latch (2)

To replace the battery, slide it into the bay until it clicks into place.

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Contents Inspiron Page Model PP38L SETUP GUIDESeptember Y727H Contents Getting Help Connect the AC Adapter About Your ComputerConnect to the Internet Optional Press the Power Button Windows Vista SetupConnect the Network Cable optional Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionFollow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionTransferring Information to a New Computer Device Status Lights Using Your Inspiron LaptopUppercase letter Caps Lock key is enabled EnabledKeyboard Status Lights Lights located above the keyboard indicate the followingOptical drive eject button Opens the optical drive Right Side FeaturesLeft Side Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Audio Out/ Headphone connector Computer Base and Display FeaturesTouch pad buttons Provide left- Right-click functions like those on a mouseRemoving and Replacing Battery Customizing Your Energy Settings Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaBacking Up Your Data Microsoft Windows Vista provides three default optionsCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged Solving ProblemsNetwork Problems Solving Problems Power ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Memory ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message If a program stops responding End the programClick End Task Click the program that is no longer respondingIf the computer stops responding To perform an operating system shutdownIf you have other software problems Alerts technical support alerts relevant to your computer Using Support ToolsDell Support Center Keyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable System MessagesClick Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsType 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed Before you Begin Windows Operating System ReinstallationRestoring Your Operating System Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist onDell Support websites Technical Support and Customer ServiceOnline Services Automated Order-Status Service AutoTech ServiceProduct Information Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addressesBefore You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellGetting Help At support.dell.com Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See Finding More Information and Resources Processor Basic SpecificationsSystem Model Memory Video CommunicationsIn-1 Media Card Reader Compliant connectors Amplifier Volume controls Program menusVideo Hole connector Ieee Pin mini AudioTouchpad DisplayAC Adapter BatteryKeyboard Computer Environment PhysicalIndex Index Program Compatibility Wizard Page Page 0Y727HA01