Dell 1000 - Manual (Page 54)

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C HECK THE POWER LIGHT — When the power light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. If the
power light is blinking, the computer is in standby mode—press the power button to exit standby mode.
If the light is off, press the power button to turn on the computer.
C HARGE THE BATTERY — The battery charge may be depleted.
1 Reinstall the battery.
2 Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet.
3 Turn on the computer.
NOTE:
Battery operating time (the time it can hold a charge) decreases over time. Depending on how often
the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchase a new battery
during the life of your computer.
C HECK THE BATTERY STATUS LIGHT — If the battery status light slowly flashes green without the
AC adapter connected, the battery charge is low or depleted. Connect the computer to an
electrical outlet.
If the battery status light rapidly flashes green with the AC adapter connected, the battery may be too
hot to charge. Shut down the computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet, and then
let the battery and computer cool to room temperature.
C HECK THE BATTERY TEMPERATURE — If the battery temperature is below 0° C (32° F), the computer
will not start up.
T EST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another
device, such as a lamp.
C HECK THE A C ADAPTER — Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light,
ensure that the light is on.
C ONNECT THE COMPUTER DIRECTLY TO AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET — Bypass power protection devices,
power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on.
E LIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE — Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or
other appliances.
A DJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES — See the Dell Inspiron Help file or search for the keyword standby
in the Help and Support Center . To access help, see page 9.