Check the AC adapter — Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light is on.

Connect the computer directly to an electrical outlet — Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on.

Eliminate possible interference — Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances.

Adjust the power properties — See Power Management Modes.

Reseat the memory modules — If the computer power light turns on but the display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules.

Docking Power While the Computer Is Running

If a computer is connected to the Dell D/Dock, or Dell D/Port while the computer is running, presence of the docking device is ignored until the AC adapter is connected to the computer.

Printer Problems

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer's manufacturer.

Check the printer documentation — See the printer documentation for setup and troubleshooting information.

Ensure that the printer is turned on

Check the printer cable connections —

See the printer documentation for cable connection information.

Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the printer and the computer.

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

Verify that the printer is recognized by Windows —

1.Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and Other Hardware.

2.Click View installed printers or fax printers.

If the printer is listed, right-click the printer icon.

3.Click Properties and click the Ports tab. For a parallel printer, ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is LPT1 (Printer Port). For a USB printer, ensure that the Print to the following port(s): setting is USB.

Reinstall the printer driver — See the printer documentation for instructions

Scanner Problems

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your scanner, contact the scanner's manufacturer.

Check the scanner documentation — See the scanner documentation for setup and troubleshooting information.

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