Dell PP39S, M770H setup guide Power Problems, Solving Problems

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•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.

NOTE: If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successfully connected in the past, the ISP might have a service outage. Contact your ISP to check the service status, or try connecting again later.

Power Problems

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

•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 bypass power protection

Solving Problems

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 your computer or on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

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Contents Inspiron Page SETUP GUIDE August M770H Contents Getting Help Before Setting Up Your Computer Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile DeviceConnecting the AC Adapter Connecting the Network Cable optional Turning on Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Using the Wireless Key Microsoft Windows XP Setup Setting Up a Wired Internet Connection in Windows XPConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wireless Connection in Windows XP Setting Up Your Internet Connection in Windows XPClick Start→ Internet Explorer→ Connect to the Internet Click Start→ lnternet Explorer→ Connect to the Internet Setting Up Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile Device Right Side Features Using Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile DeviceAudio Out/ Headphone connector Using Your Inspiron Ultra Mobile DeviceLeft Side Features USB 2.0 connectors 2 Connect to Security cable slot Attaches aIn-1 Media card reader Provides a Computer Base and Keyboard Features Power indicator light Turns on when the system is powered on Press Fn6 to turn up the volume Camera optional Built-in Display Features Removing and Replacing the Battery Customizing the Desktop in Windows XP Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaNetwork Problems Solving ProblemsSolving Problems Power ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsClick Applications Lockups and Software ProblemsIf the computer stops responding Solving Problems Dell Support Center Using Support ToolsSystem Messages Using Support ToolsDell Diagnostics Hardware TroubleshooterClick Start→ Help and Support Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Solid-state Drive Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc Windows Operating System Reinstallation Restoring Your Operating SystemBefore you Begin Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows XPGetting Help Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist onOnline Services ServiceFtp.dell.com AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Product InformationBefore You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellFinding More Information and Resources If you need to SeeAt support.dell.com Finding More Information and Resources Memory Basic SpecificationsSystem Model Dell Inspiron ProcessorVideo Computer InformationInternal Storage CommunicationsAudio Ports and ConnectorsDisplay DimensionsBattery Camera optionalTouch pad AC Adapter Temperature rangePhysical Computer Environment Index Index Network cable, connecting 7 wireless network connection Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Printed on recycled paper