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Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge Time

The AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with the computer turned off. Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is on and running at high processor speeds and system activity levels. If you run your computer at high system activity levels for extended periods of time and your battery is not charging, try running your system in Low Power Mode. Low Power Mode can improve battery charge time and battery life. Depending on system activity levels, system performance may be reduced. To set Low Power Mode:

NOTE: You can also click the power meter icon on the taskbar.

1Click the Start button→ Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Power Options.

2Click the Power Schemes tab.

3In the Power schemes drop-down menu, click Low Power Mode.

For more information on power management, see the Dell Inspiron Help file. To access the help file, see page 9.

Variable Speed Fan

The computer uses a variable speed fan to prevent the computer from overheating. The fan runs constantly, and fan speed may vary depending on usage. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.

Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only)

Technician-assisted technical support requires the cooperation and participation of the customer in the troubleshooting process and provides for restoration of the operating system, software programs, and hardware drivers to the original default configuration as shipped from Dell, as well as the verification of appropriate functionality of the computer and all Dell-installed hardware. In addition to this technician-assisted technical support, online technical support is available at support.dell.com. Additional technical support options may be available for purchase.

Dell provides limited technical support for the computer and any "Dell-installed" software and peripherals1. Support for third-party software and peripherals is provided by the original manufacturer, including those purchased and/or installed through Dell Software and Peripherals, Readyware, and Custom Factory Integration2.

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Repair services are provided pursuant to the terms and conditions of your limited warranty and any optional support service contract purchased with the computer.

All Dell-standard components included in a Custom Factory Integration (CFI) project are covered by the standard Dell limited warranty for your computer. However, Dell also extends a parts replacement program to cover all nonstandard, third-party hardware components integrated through CFI for the duration of the computer’s service contract.

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Contents W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Dell InspironAbbreviations and Acronyms Contents Using a Battery Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Adding and Replacing Parts 109 AppendixContents Dell Product Information Guide Finding InformationHelp File Dell Support Website support.dell.com W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Front View Tour of Your ComputerKeyboard Status Lights Solid green The battery is charging Left Side View PC Card slot CD or DVD drive Audio connectorsRight Side View Modem connector Air ventsModem Connector Back View AC adapter AC adapter connector Tour of Your ComputerConnects USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer Card cover Bay Hard drive Air vent Memory module cover Bottom ViewTour of Your Computer Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your ComputerConnecting to the Internet Next window, click the appropriate option Modem and Internet Connection ProblemsMail Problems Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Surge Protectors Printer ProblemsPower Protection Devices Turning Off Your Computer Uninterruptible Power SuppliesLine Conditioners Computer turns off after the shutdown process finishesBattery Performance Using a BatteryCharging the Battery Checking the Battery ChargePower Meter Low-Battery WarningInstalling a Battery Removing a BatteryStoring a Battery Battery and Power ProblemsIf battery life is short If the battery is not chargingDell AccessDirect Button Using the Keyboard and Touch PadNumeric Keypad Reprogramming the ButtonKeyboard Shortcuts Power ManagementSystem Functions CD or DVD TrayMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Speaker FunctionsTouch Pad External Keyboard Problems Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsCustomizing the Touch Pad Click MouseUnexpected Characters CD or DVD Problems Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaUsing CDs and DVDs If you have a problem with integrated speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsIf you have a problem with external speakers Reenable the integrated speakersCopying CDs and DVDs How to Copy a CD or DVDUsing Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs Helpful Tips Connecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkOn the welcome screen, click Next Network Setup WizardNetwork Problems Determining Your Network Type Connecting to a Wireless Local Area NetworkConnecting to a Wireless Network in Microsoft Windows XP Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network Setting Up a Home and Office Network When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Solving ProblemsDell Diagnostics Option Function Tab Function Error MessagesIf the display is blank Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readable Scanner ProblemsIf you cannot save a file to a floppy drive Drive ProblemsGeneral Program Problems PC Card ProblemsIf you have problems with a hard drive Program crashesError messages appear Resolving Other Technical ProblemsIf Your Computer Gets Wet Program stops respondingIf You Drop or Damage Your Computer Reinstalling Drivers What Is a Driver?Drivers Identifying DriversClick the Hardware tab and click Device Manager Manually Reinstalling Drivers for Windows XPResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestorePC Restore Using Dell PC Restore by SymantecSelect a restore point and click Next Click System Properties Before You Begin Adding and Replacing PartsRecommended Tools Shutting Down Your ComputerHard Drive Screws Hard drive Returning a Hard Drive to Dell MemoryCaptive screw Adding and Replacing Parts Modem and Mini PCI Card Adding a Mini PCI Card Replacing the ModemMini PCI card Mini PCI card Remove the screw labeled O next to the memory module cover CD or DVD DriveKeyboard Remove the keyboard from the bottom case Adding and Replacing Parts Appendix SpecificationsSodimm SPWG-B XGA Power-intensive conditions W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Kg 7.57 lb Overview Using the System Setup ProgramViewing the System Setup Screens Commonly Used Options System Setup ScreensSystem Performance Overview System and Battery Performance OptimizationVariable Speed Fan Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge TimeDell Technical Support Policy U.S. Only FCC Notices U.S. Only Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Class a Class BFCC Identification Information Contacting DellTech Support AutoTech automated technical support Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Support General Support 01-899-753-0777 International Access Code Country Code Greece Website support.euro.dell.com Ireland Sales Technical Support servers 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 Appendix D ex 110 D e Printer cable, 26 connecting, 26 setting up, 26 USB Problems Uninterruptible power supplies See UPS
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