Dell Vostro 500 (Mid 2009) - Manual (Page 93)

Troubleshooting
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Network Problems
Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 131 as you complete these
checks.
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
C HECK THE NETWORK CABLE CONNECTOR — Ensure that the network cable is
firmly inserted into both the network connector on the back of the computer
and the network connector.
C HECK THE NETWORK LIGHTS ON THE NETWORK CONNECTOR — No light
indicates that no network communication exists. Replace the network cable.
R ESTART THE COMPUTER AND LOG ON TO THE NETWORK AGAIN
C HECK YOUR NETWORK SETTINGS — Contact your network administrator or
the person who set up your network to verify that your network settings are
correct and that the network is functioning.
Power Problems
Fill out the "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 131 as you complete these
checks.
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
C HECK THE POWER LIGHT — When the power light is lit or blinking, the
computer has power. If the power light is blinking, the computer is in Sleep
state—press the power button to exit Sleep state. If the light is off, press the
power button to turn on the computer.
NOTE:
For information on Sleep power state, see "Standby Mode" on page 50.
C HARGE 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.
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