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
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— Ensure that the PC Card is properly inserted into the connector.
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icon in the Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed.
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(U.S. Only)" on page 101.
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manufacturer.
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 Inspiron Help file for information on standby mode. To access the help file, see "Finding
Information" on page 9.
H E C K T H E P O W E R L I G H T
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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.
H A R G E T H E B A T T E R Y
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Reinstall the battery.
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Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet.
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Turn on the computer.
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A R D N O T P R O V I D E D B Y
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— 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 Hardware
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— Contact Dell. See "FCC Notices
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— Contact the PC Card
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Solving Problems