Solving Problems; Power Problems; Error Messages - Dell Latitude D600 User Manual

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Solving Problems
Dell™ Latitude™ D600 Systems User's Guide
Power Problems
Error Messages
Video and Display Problems
Sound and Speaker Problems
Printer Problems
Modem and Internet Connection Problems
Touch Pad or Mouse Problems
External Keyboard Problems
Unexpected Characters
Power Problems
Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist
Check the power light —
standby mode—press the power button to exit
Charge the battery —
1. Reinstall the battery.
2. Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet.
3. Turn on the computer.
Check the battery status light —
Connect the computer to an electrical outlet.
NOTE: Battery capacity (the time it can hold a charge) decreases over time. Depending on how often the battery is used and the
conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer.
If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is too hot to charge. Shut down the computer, disconnect the computer from
the electrical outlet, and then let the battery and computer cool to room temperature.
If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may be defective.
Test the electrical outlet —
Check the AC adapter —
Connect the computer directly to an electrical outlet —
that the computer turns on.
Eliminate possible interference —
Adjust the power properties —
Reseat the memory modules —
Error Messages
If the message is not listed, see the documentation for the operating system or the program that was running at the time the message appeared.
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as you complete these checks.
When the power light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. If the power light is blinking, the computer is in
standby mode. If the light is off, press the power button to turn on the computer.
The battery charge may be depleted.
If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is low or depleted.
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 is on.
Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify
Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances.
See "Power Management."
If the computer power light turns on but the display remains blank,
The touch pad, track stick, or external mouse may be faulty. For an external mouse, check the cable connection.
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Drive Problems
PC Card Problems
Smart Card Problems
Network Problems
General Program Problems
If Your Dell™ Computer Gets Wet
If You Drop or Damage Your Computer
Resolving Other Technical Problems
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reseat the memory modules.