Dell P10S, NHPXD, N3010 Network Problems, Power Problems, Wireless Connections, Wired Connections

Solving Problems

Network Problems

Wireless Connections

If the wireless network connection is lost —

The wireless router is offline or wireless has been disabled on the computer.

•Ensure that wireless is enabled on your computer (see “Enable or Disable Wireless” on page 12).

•Check your wireless router to ensure it is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub).

•Re-establish your connection to the wireless router (see “Setting Up a Wireless Connection” on page 17).

•Interference may be blocking or interrupting your wireless connection. Try moving the computer closer to your wireless router.

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Wired Connections

If the wired network connection is lost — The cable is loose or damaged.

Check the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged.

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 cable 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.