When the power light is lit or blinking, the computer has power. If the power light is blinking, the computer is in standby mode—press the power button to exit

standby mode. If the light is off, press the power button to turn on the computer.

Charge the battery —

The battery charge may be depleted.

1. Reinstall the battery.

2. Use the AC adapter to connect the computer to an electrical outlet.

3. Turn on the computer.

NOTE:

Battery operating time (the time the battery can hold a charge) decreases over time. Depending on how often the battery is used and the

conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer.

Check the battery status light —

If the battery status light flashes orange or is a steady orange the battery charge is low or depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet.

If the battery status light flashes blue and orange, the battery is too hot to charge. Shut down the computer, disconnect the computer from the electrical

outlet, and then let the battery and computer cool to room temperature.

If the battery status light rapidly flashes orange, the battery may be defective. Contact Dell. See

Check the battery temperature —

If the battery temperature is below 0° C (32° F), the computer will not start up.

Test the electrical outlet —

Diagnostics

Checklist) as you complete these checks.

Contacting

Dell.

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