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Pc card or expresscard problems, Power problems – Dell Latitude D430 (Mid 2007) User Manual

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Troubleshooting

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network connector on the back of the computer and the network connector.
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No light indicates that no network

communication exists. Replace the network cable.
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If batter power only, the QuickSet utility can disable the

onboard network card to save battery life. For more information on the QuickSet utility, see "Contacting Dell" on

page 128.
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Contact your network administrator or the person who set up your network

to verify that your network settings are correct and that the tnetwork is functioning.

For more information on the different types of networks, see

"Contacting Dell" on page 128

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PC Card or ExpressCard Problems

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

Product

Information Guide.

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Ensure that the card is properly inserted into the connector.

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Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the

Windows taskbar. Ensure that the card is listed.
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Contact Dell (see

"Contacting Dell" on page 128

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Contact the PC Card manufacturer.

Power Problems

Fill out the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Diagnostics Checklist" on page 129) 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.

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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.
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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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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.