Dell 1435, P479C, PP24L setup guide Power Problems, Solving Problems

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The link integrity light on the integrated network connector lets you verify that your connection is working and provides information on the status:

•Green — A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the computer.

•Orange — A good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the computer.

•Yellow — A good connection exists between a 1000-Mbps network and the computer.

•Off — The computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network.

NOTE: The link integrity light on the network connector is only for the wired cable connection. The link integrity light does not provide status for wireless connections.

Power Problems

If the power light is off — The computer is either turned off or is not receiving power.

Solving Problems

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

•If the computer 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, temporarily 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.

•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 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 problem persists, see the Dell Technology Guide on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

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Contents SETUP GUIDE Page SETUP GUIDE August P479C Contents Restoring Your Operating System Getting HelpBefore Setting Up Your Studio Laptop Setting Up Your Studio LaptopConnecting the AC Adapter Optional Connecting the Network CableWindows Vista Setup Using the Wireless SwitchConnecting to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Click Start → Connect To Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionSetting Up Your Studio Laptop Using Your Studio Laptop Bluetooth status light optionalDevice Status Lights Battery status light Indicates the battery charging state Using Your Studio LaptopCommunications, multimedia, and security Plastic blank installedExpressCards Designed only for ExpressCardsIn-1 Media card reader Provides For more information, see Connect the AC Adapter on Using Your Studio Laptop Left Side Features Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator ButtonWireless networks in your vicinity Security cable slot Lets you attach Using Your Studio Laptop Analog Microphone If you do not have Computer Base and Keyboard FeaturesUsing Your Studio Laptop Num Lock light Turns on when using the Num Lock key FastAccess Display FeaturesCamera optional Built-in camera for Left digital array microphoneMedia Controls Removing and Replacing the Battery Software Features Using the Optical Disc DriveProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaCustomizing the Desktop Customizing Your Energy SettingsBacking Up Your Data Solving Problems Network ProblemsWireless Connections If the network connection is lost Solving Problems Power ProblemsIf the power light is blinking white Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems If you receive an insufficient memory messageClick Applications If a program stops responding End the programClick End Task If the computer stops respondingSolving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsKeyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable System MessagesClick Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsInsert the Drivers and Utilities media Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreStarting System Restore Dell Factory Image RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Click Undo my last restoration and click NextDell Factory Image Restore Reinstalling Windows Vista Click Exit if the Install Windows message appearsBefore you Begin Restoring Your Operating System Getting Help Service DellConnect Online ServicesSupport.dell.com Mobilesupport@us.dell.com Automated Order-Status Service AutoTech ServiceSupport@us.dell.com Ftp.dell.comGetting Help Before You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellGetting Help Finding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and Resources System Model Basic SpecificationsExpressCard System InformationMemory Basic SpecificationsIn-1 Memory Card Reader Ports and ConnectorsVideo CommunicationsMedia AudioDisplay Touch Pad KeyboardTypes and dimensions BatteryOutput current AC AdapterEnvironmental PhysicalContaminant level By ISA-S71.04-1985 Macrovision Product Notice AppendixIndex Index Memory problems solving Network connection fixing Wireless switch 10 Page Page Page Printed on recycled paper
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