Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4100
To access help in Windows XP
1. Click the Start button, and then click Help and Support.
2. Type a word or phrase that describes your problem, and then click the arrow icon.
3. Click the topic that describes your problem, and then click Display.
4. Follow the instructions shown on the screen.
To access help in Windows Me
1. Click the Start button, and then click Help.
2. Type a word or phrase that describes your problem in the Search box, and then
click Go.
3. Click the topic that describes your problem, and then click Display.
4. Follow the instructions shown on the screen.
To access help in Windows 2000
1. Click the Start button, and then click Help.
2. Click the Search tab.
3. Type a word or phrase that describes your problem, and then click List Topics.
4. Click the topic that describes your problem, and then click Display.
5. Follow the instructions shown on the screen.
Power Problems
HINT: See the Tell Me How help file for information on standby mode. See "Accessing Help
Files."
Check 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 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.
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