Pc Card Problems; Power Problems - Dell PP14L Owner's Manual

PC Card Problems

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
H E C K T H E A R D
C P C C — Ensure that the PC Card is properly inserted into the connector.
E N S U R E T H A T T H E C A R D I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y
Hardware icon in the Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed.
F Y O U H A V E P R O B L E M S W I T H A
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Power Problems

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
NOTE:
See the Dell Help file for information on standby mode. To access the help file, see page 9.
C H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T
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 H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y
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 a battery 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.
W I N D O W S
E L L P R O V I D E D
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P C C A R D N O T P R O V I D E D B Y
— When the power light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. If the
— The battery charge may be depleted.
— Double-click the Safely Remove
A R D
P C C — Contact Dell. See "Contacting Dell"
D E L L — Contact the PC Card
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