If You Drop Or Damage Your Computer - Dell Inspiron 1150 Owner's Manual

4
Remove any installed PC Cards, and put them in a safe place to dry.
5
Remove the battery.
6
Wipe off the battery and put it in a safe place to dry.
7
Wipe off the display.
8
Remove the hard drive (see page 66).
9
Remove the memory module(s) (see page 68).
10
Open the display and place the computer right-side up across two books or similar props to let
air circulate all around it. Let the computer dry for at least 24 hours in a dry area at room
temperature.
NOTICE:
CAUTION:
continuing with the rest of this procedure.
11
Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer.
12
Replace the memory module(s), the memory module cover, and the screw(s).
13
Replace the hard drive.
14
Replace any PC Cards you removed.
15
Replace the battery.
16
Turn on the computer and verify that it is working properly.
NOTE:
For information on your warranty coverage, see your Product Information Guide or the separate
paper warranty document that shipped with your computer.
If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell
(see page 90).

If You Drop or Damage Your Computer

1
Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer (see
page 28).
2
Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and from the electrical outlet.
3
Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and
then from the computer.
4
Remove and reinstall the battery.
5
Turn on the computer.
NOTE:
For information on your warranty coverage, see your Product Information Guide or the separate
paper warranty document that shipped with your computer.
If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell
(see page 90).
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Solving Problems
Do not use artificial means, such as a hair dryer or a fan, to speed the drying process.
To help prevent electrical shock, verify that the computer is thoroughly dry before