Dell Inspiron 600m Owner's Manual

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26 Setting Up Your Computerw w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mSetting Up the Docking Device to Connect to a NetworkNOTE: A network adapter is also referred to as a network interface controller (NIC).NOTICE: Do not install a network adapter or a network adapter/modem combination PC Card until youcomplete the docking device setup.NOTICE: To prevent serious operating system problems, do not connect your computer to a dockingdevice until the Windows operating system setup on the computer is complete.A docking device allows you to more fully integrate your portable computer into adesktop environment.For instructions and details on setting up a docking device, refer to the documentation thatcame packaged with the device.Power Protection DevicesSeveral devices are available to protect against power fluctuations and failures:• Surge protectors• Line conditioners• Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)Surge ProtectorsSurge protectors and power strips equipped with surge protection help to prevent damage toyour computer from voltage spikes that can occur during electrical storms or following powerinterruptions. The level of protection is usually commensurate with the cost of the surgeprotector. Some surge protector manufacturers include warranty coverage for certain types ofdamage. Carefully read the device warranty when choosing a surge protector. A device with ahigher joule rating offers more protection. Compare joule ratings to determine the relativeeffectiveness of different devices.NOTICE: Most surge protectors do not protect against power fluctuations or power interruptionscaused by nearby lightning strikes. When lightning occurs in your area, disconnect the telephone linefrom the telephone wall jack and disconnect your computer from the electrical outlet.Many surge protectors have a telephone jack for modem protection. See the surge protectordocumentation for modem connection instructions.NOTICE: Not all surge protectors offer network adapter protection. Disconnect the network cable fromthe network wall jack during electrical storms.Line ConditionersNOTICE: Line conditioners do not protect against power interruptions.Line conditioners are designed to maintain AC voltage at a fairly constant level.