Ensuring sufficient power for your computer, Printer problems – Dell Inspiron 700M User Manual
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Solving Problems
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Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your Computer
Your computer is designed to use the 65-W AC adapter; for optimum system performance, you
should always use this adapter.
Printer Problems
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide.
NOTE:
If you need technical assistance for your printer, contact the printer’s manufacturer.
T
EST
THE
ELECTRICAL
OUTLET
—
Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with another
device, such as a lamp.
C
HECK
THE
A C
ADAPTER
—
Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has a light,
ensure that the light is on.
C
ONNECT
THE
COMPUTER
DIRECTLY
TO
AN
ELECTRICAL
OUTLET
—
Bypass power protection devices,
power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on.
E
LIMINATE
POSSIBLE
INTERFERENCE
—
Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen lamps, or
other appliances.
A
DJUST
THE
POWER
PROPERTIES
—
See the
Dell Inspiron Help file or search for the keyword standby
in the Help and Support Center
. To access help, see "Finding Information" on page 9.
R
ESEAT
THE
MEMORY
MODULES
—
If the computer power light turns on but the display remains
blank, reinstall the memory modules (see "Memory" on page 73).
C
HECK
THE
PRINTER
DOCUMENTATION
—
See the printer documentation for setup and
troubleshooting information.
E
NSURE
THAT
THE
PRINTER
IS
TURNED
ON
C
HECK
THE
PRINTER
CABLE
CONNECTIONS
—
• See the printer documentation for cable connection information.
• Ensure that the printer cables are securely connected to the printer and the computer (see "Printer