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AC Adapter: Dell™ Latitude™ LS Portable
Computers User's Guide
Using the AC Adapter
Connecting the AC Adapter
Turning On the Computer
Using the AC Adapter
The AC adapter converts AC power from an electrical outlet to the DC power used by the
computer. The AC adapter kit includes the AC adapter with its attached DC cable (which
connects to the computer) as well as an AC power cable that connects the adapter to an
electrical outlet.
You can connect the AC adapter with your computer either turned on or off.
The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors vary
among countries. Before you use AC power in a foreign country, you may need to obtain a new
power cable designed for use in that country.
If the computer is docked to the Dell Latitude LS Advanced Port Replicator (APR), it obtains
power through the APR, which must be connected to an electrical outlet through the AC
adapter.
NOTE: If you are running your computer on AC power with a battery installed, the AC
adapter charges the battery (if needed) and then maintains the battery's charge.
NOTICE: The AC adapter should be in a ventilated area, such as on a desktop or on the
floor, when used to power the computer or charge the battery. Do not use the AC
adapter in a poorly ventilated environment, such as inside a carrying case.
Connecting the AC Adapter
Connect the AC adapter's attached cable into the computer's AC adapter connector (see
Figure 1).
1.
Plug the AC adapter power cable into the other end of the AC adapter.2.
AC Adapter: Dell Latitude LS Portable Computers User's Guide
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