Dell Diagnostics - Dell Vostro PP36L Setup And Quick Reference Manual

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corrupted. Connect your computer to an electrical outlet to charge the
battery. If the problem persists, try to restore the data by entering the system
setup program, then immediately exit the program (see your Service Manual
at support.dell.com). If the message reappears, contact Dell (see "Contacting
Dell" on page 69).
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configuration settings may require recharging. Connect your computer to an
electrical outlet to charge the battery. If the problem persists, contact Dell
(see "Contacting Dell" on page 69).
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or date stored in the system setup program does not match the system clock.
Correct the settings for the Date and Time options. See your Service Manual
at support.dell.com for more information.
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malfunctioning. Run the System Set tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell
Diagnostics" on page 42).
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be malfunctioning, or a memory module may be loose. Run the System
Memory tests and the Keyboard Controller test in the Dell Diagnostics (see
"Dell Diagnostics" on page 42).
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drive and try again.
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charge. Replace the battery, or connect the computer to an electrical outlet;
otherwise, activate hibernate mode or shut down the computer.

Dell Diagnostics

CAUTION:
safety instructions that shipped with your computer.
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in
Lockups and Software Problems (see "Lockups and Software Problems" on
page 47) and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical
assistance.
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Troubleshooting
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The reserve battery that supports the system
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Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
System configuration settings are
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A chip on the system board may be
The keyboard controller may
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The battery is running out of
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The time
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Insert a disk into the