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Dell E4200, PP15S, H683D specifications Memory Problems

Models: E4200 PP15S H683D

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•Bypass power strips, power extension cables, and other power protection devices to verify that the computer turns on properly.

•Ensure that any power strips being used are plugged into an electrical outlet and are turned on.

•Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.

•Ensure that the main power cable and front panel cable are securely connected to the system board.

I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L U E A N D T H E C O M P U T E R I S N O T R E S P O N D I N G —

•Ensure that the display is connected and powered on.

•If the display is connected and powered on, see in your Service Manual on support.dell.com.

I F T H E P O W E R L I G H T I S B L I N K I N G B L U E — The computer is in standby mode.

Press a key on the keyboard, move the mouse, or press the power button to resume normal operation.

EL I M I N A T E I N T E R F E R E N C E — Some possible causes of interference are:

•Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables

•Too many devices connected to the same power strip

•Multiple power strips connected to the same electrical outlet

C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G H T — To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the charge-level lights. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of the total battery charge. For example, if the battery has 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of the lights are on. If no lights appear, the battery has no charge.

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CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

I F Y O U R E C E I V E A N I N S U F F I C I E N T M E M O R Y M E S S A G E —

•Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you are not using to see if that resolves the problem.

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Dell E4200, PP15S, H683D specifications Memory Problems

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Dell Latitude E4200 Setup and Quick Reference Guide w w w . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mModel PP15S Notes, Notices, and Cautions JulyP/N H683D Contents Setting Up Your Computer4 Troubleshooting Tips Problems With Your Order Returning Items for Warranty Repair or CreditContents Product InformationContents About Your Computer Front ViewBack View power light/battery lightBattery Removal Wireless Switch and Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator wireless switch icon Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network Locator iconSetting Up Your Computer Quick Setup3 Connect USB devices, such as a mouse or keyboard Setting Up Your Computer2 Connect the network cable 4 Connect IEEE 1394 devices, such as a DVD playerlaptop with wired connection Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionTransferring Information to a New Computer Microsoft Windows Vista Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows XP To copy data from the old computer 5 Insert the removable media, such as a writable CD, and click OK 3 Click Finished and restart the new computer Setting Up Your Computer Specifications Secure Digital SD Memory Card Reader Ports and ConnectorsSpecifications MemoryUSB device when the computer is turned on eSATA connector. The other USB connectorwith PowerShare can be used to charge a connected to the E-Dock connector. See theAudio continued Keyboard Computer off Battery continuedSpecifications OperatingAC Adapter continued 0.66 GRMS Power Problems Troubleshooting TipsUsing the Hardware Troubleshooter TipsMemory Problems Lockups and Software Problems I F Y O U E X P E R I E N C E O T H E R M E M O R Y P R O B L E M SEN D T H E P R O G R A M Dell Technical Update Service Dell Diagnostics Dell Support Utility3 Shut down and restart the computer Drivers Reinstalling SoftwareReinstalling Drivers and Utilities Identifying DriversReturning to a Previous Device Driver Version Restoring Your Operating System Using Microsoft Windows System Restore Using Dell Factory Image Restore Using the Operating System Media Finding Information The Drivers and Utilities media is a CD orThe Dell Latitude ON User’s Guide may have shipped with your computer How to troubleshoot and solve problemsThe Dell Technology Guide is available at The Dell Latitude ON Reader Help file is available on your hard driveTechnology iAMT, including overview Administrators Guide is available atThe Dell Systems Management Provides your operating system productFinding Information Getting Help Obtaining AssistanceTechnical Support and Customer Service Online ServicesDellConnect Problems With Your Order AutoTech ServiceAutomated Order-Status Service Returning Items for Warranty Repair or Credit Product InformationBefore You Call Express Service Code Diagnostics Checklist Name Date Address Phone numberService Tag bar code on the back or bottom of the computer Error message, beep code, or diagnostic codeContacting Dell Getting Help Index Page