Dell Inspiron 2500 Factory Service Manual

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Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2500 SystemsTo access Windows Millennium Edition (Me) Help1. Click the Start button and then click Help.2. Type a word or phrase that describes your problem in the Search boxand then click Go.3. Click the topic that describes your problem and then click Display.4. Follow the instructions shown on the screen.Power ProblemsHINT: See the Tell Me How help file for information on standbymode.Check the power light— When the power light is lit or blinking, the computerhas power. If the power light is blinking, the computer is in standbymode—press the power button to exit standby mode. If the power light is off,press the power button.Check the battery— If you are using a battery to power your computer, thebattery charge may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outletusing the AC adapter, and turn on the computer.Test the electrical outlet— Ensure that the electrical outlet is working bytesting it with another device, such as a lamp.Check the AC adapter— Be sure that the power cable is firmly inserted intothe electrical outlet and the green light on the AC adapter is on.Connect the computer directly to an electrical outlet— Bypass powerprotection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that thecomputer turns on.Check for interference— Electrical appliances on the same circuit or operatingnear the computer can cause interference. Other causes of interference: powerextension cables, too many devices on a power strip, or multiple power stripsconnected to the same electrical outlet.Adjust the Power Properties— See the Tell Me How help file or search for thekeyword standby in Windows Help.Reseat the memory modules— If your computer power light turns on but thedisplay remains blank, you may need to reseat the memory modules.file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LAP...hecked%20ok/Inspiron/2500/2500%20SM/solving.htm (2 of 15)6/21/2004 12:45:27 AM