Dell Inspiron 7000 Dell Inspiron 7000 Reference and Troubleshooting Guide - Page 49

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Loose or improperly connected cables are likely sources of problems for your computer, external monitor, or other peripherals (such as a printer, external keyboard, or mouse). A quick check of all cable connections can easily solve these problems. If the connector has two small screws, make sure the screws are tight. In addition, check for damaged or frayed cables and for bent pins on connectors. Be sure the following items are properly connected or installed, as shown in Figures 3-1 through 3-4: The AC adapter and the AC power cable AC adapter connector AC power cable The main battery battery latch bottom of computer AC adapter AC adapter cable latch lock (unlocked position) battery Troubleshooting Your Computer 3-3

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Troubleshooting Your Computer
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Loose or improperly connected cables are likely sources of problems for your com-
puter, external monitor, or other peripherals (such as a printer, external keyboard, or
mouse). A quick check of all cable connections can easily solve these problems. If the
connector has two small screws, make sure the screws are tight. In addition, check
for damaged or frayed cables and for bent pins on connectors.
Be sure the following items are properly connected or installed, as shown in Figures
3-1 through 3-4:
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The AC adapter and the AC power cable
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The main battery
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AC power cable
AC adapter
AC adapter cable
AC adapter connector
battery
latch
battery
latch lock
(unlocked
position)
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