Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 2500 Systems13. Replace the media bay device and any PC Cards you removed.14. Replace the battery.15. Turn on the computer and verify that it is working properly.If the computer does not start, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell fortechnical assistance. Locate the correct contact information in "Contacting Dell" of the Dell SolutionsGuide that came with your computer.If You Drop or Damage Your Computer1. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the computer.2. Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer, and disconnect the AC adapter from theelectrical outlet.3. Turn off any attached external devices, and disconnect them from their power sources and thenfrom the computer.4. Remove and reinstall the battery.5. Turn on the computer.If the computer does not turn on, or if you cannot identify the damaged components, contact Dell fortechnical assistance. Locate the correct contact information in "Contacting Dell" of the Dell SolutionsGuide that came with your computer.Resolving Other Technical ProblemsGo to the Dell support website— Go to http://support.dell.com for helpwith general usage, installation, and troubleshooting questions.E-mail Dell— Go to http://support.dell.com and then click E-Mail Dell inthe Communicate list. Send an e-mail message to Dell about your problem;you can expect to receive an e-mail message from Dell within hours.Call Dell— If you cannot solve your problem using the Dell support website ore-mail service, contact Dell for technical assistance. Locate the correct contactinformation in "Contacting Dell" of the Dell Solutions Guide that came with yourcomputer.file:///I|/SERVICE%20MANUALS/DELL%20MANUALS/LA...ecked%20ok/Inspiron/2500/2500%20SM/solving.htm (14 of 15)6/21/2004 12:45:27 AM