Dell Precision M2300 (Late 2007) - Manual (Page 19)

Quick Reference Guide
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Storing a Battery
Remove the battery when you store your computer for an extended period of
time. A battery discharges during prolonged storage. After a long storage
period, recharge the battery fully (see "Charging the Battery" on page 17)
before use.
Troubleshooting
Lockups and Software Problems
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
The computer does not start up
E NSURE THAT THE A C ADAPTER IS FIRMLY CONNECTED TO THE COMPUTER AND TO
THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET .
The computer stops responding
NOTICE:
You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system
shutdown.
T URN THE COMPUTER OFF — If you are unable to get a response by pressing a
key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button
for at least 8 to 10 seconds until the computer turns off. Then restart your
computer.
A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly
NOTE:
Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or
on a floppy disk or CD.
E ND THE PROGRAM —
1 Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously.
2 Click Task Manager.
3 Click the program that is no longer responding.
4 Click End Task.
C HECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION — If necessary, uninstall and then
reinstall the program.