Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. For more information about installing and configuring Ubuntu, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. For Windows: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. When setting up, Dell recommends that you: ● Connect to a network for Windows updates. NOTE: If connecting to a secured wireless network, enter the password for the wireless network access when prompted.
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Dell Digital Delivery Download software applications, which are purchased but not preinstalled on your computer. For more information on using Dell Digital Delivery, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. SupportAssist SupportAssist proactively and predictively identifies hardware and software issues on your computer and automates the engagement process with Dell Technical support.
Views of Inspiron 15 3520 Front 1. Left microphone (optional) Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls. 2. Camera Enables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos. 3. Privacy shutter (optional) Slide the privacy shutter to cover the camera lens and protect your privacy when the camera is not in use.
Connect to a TV, external display or another HDMI-in enabled device. Provides video and audio output. 4. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port Connect devices such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. 5. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port (optional) Views of Inspiron 15 3520...
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Connect devices such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. 5. USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-C) port with DisplayPort (optional) Connect to external storage devices. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. This port also supports video/audio streaming (only on 12 Gen processors). Views of Inspiron 15 3520...
If the power button has a fingerprint reader, place your finger on the power button to log in. NOTE: You can customize power-button behavior in Windows. For more information, see Me and My Dell at www.dell.com/support/manuals. 2. Touchpad Move your finger on the touchpad to move the mouse pointer.
Provide audio output. 2. Service Tag and regulatory labels The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information. The regulatory label contains regulatory information of your computer.
Maximum - 1.90 kg (4.19 lb) Maximum - 1.94 kg (4.27 lb) depends on the configuration ordered and manufacturing variability. Processor The following table lists the details of the processors that are supported by your Inspiron 15 3520 . Table 4. Processor Descripti Option Option...
Graphics Graphics Graphics Graphics Graphics Graphics Graphics Chipset The following table lists the details of the chipset supported by your Inspiron 15 3520 Table 5. Chipset Description Option one Option two Processors ● 11 Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 ● 12 Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 ●...
Wireless module The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) module specifications of your Inspiron 15 3520. Table 9. Wireless module specifications Description Option one Option two Option three Model number Realtek RTL8821CE Intel 9462 Intel AX201 (optional)
Up to 2 TB M.2 2280 solid-state drive, QLC PCIe NVMe 3x4 Up to 1 TB Media-card reader The following table lists the media cards supported by your Inspiron 15 3520. Table 12. Media-card reader specifications Description Values Media-card type One SD 3.0 card...
NOTE: You can define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1–F12) changing Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program. Camera The following table lists the camera specifications of your Inspiron 15 3520. Table 14. Camera specifications Description Plastic Aluminum...
For more information about touchpad gestures available on Windows, see the Microsoft knowledge base article 4027871 at support.microsoft.com. Power adapter The following table lists the power adapter specifications of your Inspiron 15 3520. Table 16. Power adapter specifications Description Values Type 65 W AC adapter, 4.5 mm barrel...
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For more information on is 4 hours ● 16 - 50°C maximum allowable charge the Dell Power Manager see, Me and ● 16 - 50°C maximum allowable time from 0 to 100% RSOC is 3 hours charge time from 0 to 100% RSOC My Dell on www.dell.com.
CAUTION: 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.
● 11 Generation Intel Core i5/i7 ● 12 Generation Intel Core i5/i7 GPU—Discrete The following table lists the specifications of the discrete Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Inspiron 15 3520. Table 21. GPU—Discrete Controller Memory size Memory type...
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Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components. * Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment. † Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse. Specifications of Inspiron 15 3520...
Dell low blue light display WARNING: Prolonged exposure to blue light from the display may lead to long-term effects such as eye strain, eye fatigue, or damage to the eyes. Blue light is a color in the light spectrum which has a short wavelength and high energy. Chronic exposure to blue light, particularly from digital sources, may disrupt sleep patterns and cause long-term effects such as eye strain, eye fatigue, or damage to the eyes.
ComfortView mode can be enabled and configured using the Dell CinemaColor application. ComfortView mode complies with TÜV Rheinland's requirement for low blue light displays. Low blue light: Dell ComfortView software technology reduces harmful blue light emissions to make extended screen time easy on your eyes.
Keyboard shortcuts NOTE: Keyboard characters may differ depending on the keyboard language configuration. Keys used for shortcuts remain the same across all language configurations. Table 23. List of keyboard shortcuts Keys Primary Behavior Secondary Behavior (fn + Key) fn + Esc Escape Toggle fn-key lock F1 behavior...
Getting help and contacting Dell Self-help resources You can get information and help on Dell products and services using these self-help resources: Table 24. Self-help resources Self-help resources Resource location Information about Dell products and services www.dell.com My Dell app...