Dell Inspiron M102Z Setup Manual page 48

Solving Problems
• Ensure that the electrical outlet is working
by testing it with another device, such as
a lamp.
• Check the AC adapter cable connections.
If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that
the light on the AC adapter is on.
If the power/battery indicator light is solid
white and the computer is not responding —
The display may not be responding.
• Press the power button until the computer
turns off and then turn it back on.
• If the problem persists, contact Dell (see
"Contacting Dell" on page 70).
If the power/battery indicator light is
breathing white — The computer is in
standby mode or the display may not be
responding.
• Press a key on the keyboard, move the
connected mouse or a finger on the touch
pad, or press the power button to resume
normal operation.
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• If the display is not responding, press the
power button until the computer turns off
and then turn it back on.
• If the problem persists, contact Dell (see
"Contacting Dell" on page 70).
If you encounter interference that hinders
reception on your computer — An unwanted
signal is creating interference by interrupting
or blocking other signals. Some possible
causes of interference are:
• Power, keyboard, and mouse extension
cables.
• Too many devices connected to a power
strip.
• Multiple power strips connected to the
same electrical outlet.