Dell PP36S, PP36L, PP36X manual Battery Removal

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CAUTION: Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your Dell™ computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire. The computer turns on the fan when the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.

Battery Removal

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.

For more information about the battery, see the Dell Technology Guide on your computer or at support.dell.com.

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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 Macrovision Product Notice Contents Lockups and Software Problems Dell Technical Update Service Technical Support and Customer Service Contents Front View About Your ComputerDell Vostro Vostro Vostro Back View Video connector Battery USB connector Battery Removal Wireless Switch Quick Setup Setting Up Your ComputerSetting Up Your Computer Connecting to the Internet Microsoft Windows XP Operating System Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionClick Start→ Internet Explorer→ Connect to the Internet Microsoft Windows XP Operating System Transferring Information to a New ComputerMicrosoft Windows Vista To prepare a new computer for the file transfer To transfer data to the new computer Microsoft Windows Vista Specifications O2MICRO OZ129 USB Lvds Wxga Japan Lithium polymer Cell 221.9 mm 8.736 inches AC Adapter Output current 65 W Page Hard drive in operating status and a Specifications Power Lights TroubleshootingTools Beep CodesCode Description Suggested Remedy Repetitive Error Messages Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Click Uninstall When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Dell DiagnosticsStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Solving Problems Power Problems Memory Problems Computer does not start up Lockups and Software ProblemsComputer stops responding Program stops respondingSolid blue screen appears Other software problemsAccessing the Dell Support Utility Dell Technical Update ServiceDell Support Utility Start menuDouble-Clicking the Dell Support Icon Clicking the Dell Support IconReinstalling Drivers and Utilities Reinstalling SoftwareDrivers Identifying DriversReturning to a Previous Device Driver Version Using the Drivers and Utilities MediaProperties Click the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver At the Welcome Dell System Owner screen, click Next Manually Reinstalling DriversRestoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore Starting System RestoreEnabling System Restore Using Dell PC Restore and Dell Factory Image RestoreWindows XP Dell PC Restore Select Repair Your Computer Windows Vista Dell Factory Image RestoreClick Dell Factory Image Restore Using the Operating System MediaBefore you Begin Reinstalling Windows Finding Information Your call when contacting supportWarranty information Obtaining Assistance Getting HelpDellConnect Online Services Technical Support and Customer ServiceAutoTech Service Problems With Your OrderAutomated Order-Status Service Getting Help Before You Call Page Visit support.dell.com Contacting DellGetting Help Index Index Index Index