Table 17. Power adapter specifications (continued)
Description
Option one
Option two
Input current (maximum)
1.30 A
1.60 A / 1.70 A
Output current (continuous)
2.31 A
3.34 A
Rated output voltage
19.50 VDC
19.50 VDC
Temperature range:
Operating
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Battery
The following table lists the battery specifications of your Inspiron 3501.
NOTE:
Dell recommends that you charge the battery regularly for optimal power consumption. If your battery charge is
completely depleted, connect the power adapter, turn on your computer, and then restart your computer to reduce the
power consumption.
Table 18. Battery specifications
Description
Values
Battery type
3-cell, 42 Wh "smart" lithium-ion
Battery voltage
11.40 VDC
Battery weight (maximum)
0.20 kg (0.44 lb)
Battery dimensions:
Height
184.15 mm (7.25 in.)
Width
89.15 mm (3.51 in.)
Depth
5.90 mm (0.23 in.)
Temperature range:
Operating
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
Storage
-40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F)
Battery operating time
Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly
reduce under certain power-intensive conditions.
Battery charging time (approximate)
NOTE:
Control the charging time, duration, start and end
time, and so on, using the Dell Power Manager application.
For more information about the Dell Power Manager, see
Me and My Dell
on
.
3 hours (when the computer is off)
Coin-cell battery
CR2032
Specifications of Inspiron 3501
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