Dell INSPIRON Inspiron 1100 System Information Manual

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System Infor mation Guide 19AC AD A P T E R T H R O U G H P U T — Performance is reduced when the computer is running on ACpower and power consumption exceeds the established parameters of the AC Adapter. Thisperformance reduction ensures that the system does not try to consume more power than the ACadapter can provide.BA T T E R Y C A P A C I T Y — Performance is reduced when the computer is running on battery powerand power consumption exceeds the established parameters of the battery’s rated capacity or exceedsallowable safe discharge levels, or when the battery surface temperature exceeds 60°C.Optimizing Power Consumption and Battery Charge TimeThe AC adapter charges a completely discharged battery in approximately 3 hours with thecomputer turned off. Charge time is significantly longer if the computer is on and runningat high processor speeds and system activity levels. If you run your computer at high systemactivity levels for extended periods of time and your battery is not charging, try runningyour system in Low Power Mode. Low Power Mode can improve battery charge time andbattery life. Depending on system activity levels, system performance may be reduced.To set Low Power Mode:1 Click the Start button, click Control Panel, click Performance and Maintenance, andthen click Power Options.NOTE: You can also click the power meter icon on the taskbar.2 Click the Power Schemes tab.3 In the Power schemes drop-down menu, click Low Power Mode.For more information on power management, see the Tell Me How help file. To access thehelp file, click the Start button, click Help and Support, click User and system guides, clickUser’s Guides, and then click Tell Me How.Variable Speed FanThe computer uses a variable speed fan to prevent the computer from overheating. The fanruns constantly, and fan speed may vary depending on usage. Fan noise is normal and doesnot indicate a problem with the fan or the computer.