Dell XPS 140M Owner's Manual

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92 Solving Problemsw w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m NOTE: Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. Dependingon how often the battery is used and the conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchase anew battery during the life of your computer.C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y S T A T U S L I G H T — If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steadyorange the battery charge is low or depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet.If the battery status light flashes green and orange, the battery is too hot to charge. Shut downthe computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet, and then let the battery andcomputer cool to room temperature.If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may be defective. Contact Dell. See"Contacting Dell" on page 145.C H E C K T H E B A T T E R Y T E M P E R A T U R E — If the battery temperature is below 0°C (32°F), thecomputer will not start up.T E S T T H E E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T — Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it withanother device, such as a lamp.C H E C K T H E AC A D A P T E R — Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has alight, ensure that the light is on.C O N N E C T T H E C O M P U T E R D I R E C T L Y T O A N E L E C T R I C A L O U T L E T — Bypass power protection devices,power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on.E L I M I N A T E P O S S I B L E I N T E R F E R E N C E — Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, orother appliances.A D J U S T T H E P O W E R P R O P E R T I E S — See "Power Management Modes" on page 41.R E S E A T T H E M E M O R Y M O D U L E S — If the computer power light turns on but the display remainsblank, reinstall the memory modules (see "Memory" on page 112).Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your ComputerYour computer is designed to use the 90-W AC adapter; for optimum system performance, youshould always use this adapter.The 65-W AC adapters used in other Dell™ portable computers can be used with your computer,but they will decrease system performance. Using less-powerful AC adapters, including the 65-WAC adapter, will cause you to receive a WARNING message.Printer ProblemsCAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in theProduct Information Guide.NOTE: If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer’s manufacturer.book.book Page 92 Wednesday, October 26, 2005 1:00 PM