Ensuring Sufficient Power For Your Computer; Printer Problems - Dell Vostro 1000 PP23LB Owner's Manual

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AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light is on.
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protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the
computer turns on.
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halogen lamps, or other appliances.
A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I E S
page 48.
R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S
display remains blank, reinstall the memory modules (see "Memory" on
page 117).

Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer

Your computer is designed to use the 65-W AC adapter; you may choose to
use the optional 90-W AC adapter for optimum system performance. Use of
the 90-W AC adapter may decrease the length of time required to fully
recharge your computer battery.

Printer Problems

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTE:
If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer's
manufacturer.
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C H E C K T H E P R I N T E R C A B L E C O N N E C T I O N S
• See the printer documentation for cable connection information.
• Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the printer and
the computer.
T E S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T
testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
V E R I F Y T H A T T H E P R I N T E R I S R E C O G N I Z E D B Y
1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, and then click Printers and
Other Hardware.
Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the
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Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights,
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See "Power Management Modes" on
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If the computer power light turns on but the
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Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by
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Solving Problems
Bypass power
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