Contents Set up your computer........... 5 Create a USB recovery drive for Windows.....7 ..........7 Reinstall Windows using a USB recovery drive Views................9 ......................9 Left ....................... 10 Right ..................... 11 Display ......................12 Base ....................13 Bottom Specifications.............. 14 ..................14 Computer model .................
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................20 Touchpad gestures ..................20 Power adapter ....................21 Battery ......................22 Video ....................22 Display ................23 Computer environment Keyboard shortcuts............. 24 Getting help and contacting Dell........27 ................. 27 Self-help resources ..................28 Contacting Dell...
For Ubuntu: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. 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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Locate and use Dell apps from the Windows Start menu—Recommended Table 1. Locate Dell apps Dell Product Registration Register your computer with Dell. Dell Help & Support Access help and support for your computer. SupportAssist Proactively checks the health of your computer’s hardware and software.
For more information about reinstalling Windows using the USB recovery drive, see the Troubleshooting section of your product's Service Manual at www.dell.com/support/manuals. Reinstall Windows using a USB recovery drive CAUTION: This process formats the hard drive and removes all data on your computer.
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Connect the USB recovery drive to your computer. Restart your computer. Press F12 after the Dell logo is displayed on the screen to access the boot menu. A Preparing one-time boot menu message appears. After the boot menu loads, select the USB recovery device under UEFI BOOT.
Views Left Power-adapter port Connect a power adapter to provide power to your computer and charge the battery. Battery-status light/hard-drive activity light Indicates the battery-charge status or the hard-drive activity. NOTE: Press Fn+H to toggle between the battery-status light and hard-drive activity light.
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Type-C) port with Power Delivery/DisplayPort (optional) Connect peripherals such as external storage devices, printers, and external displays. Supports Power Delivery that enables two-way power supply between devices. Provides up to 15 W power output that enables faster charging. NOTE: An adapter (sold separately) is required to connect a DisplayPort device.
NOTE: Blu-ray support is only available in certain regions. Security-cable slot (for Noble locks) Connect a security cable to prevent unauthorized movement of your computer. Display Left microphone Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls. Camera Enables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos. Camera-status light Turns on when the camera is in use.
Base Left-click area Press to left-click. Touchpad Move your finger on the touchpad to move the mouse pointer. Tap to left-click and two finger tap to right-click. Right-click area Press to right-click. Power button with optional fingerprint reader Press to turn on the computer if it is turned off, in sleep state, or in hibernate state.
Bottom Left speaker Provides audio output. Service Tag label 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. Right speaker Provides audio output.
Dimensions and weight Table 5. Dimensions and weight 25 mm (0.98 in) Height 415.40 mm (16.35 in) Width 279.20 mm (11 in) Depth 2.90 kg (6.39 lb) Weight NOTE: The weight of your laptop varies depending on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing variability.
Table 7. Intel Optane memory specifications Interface PCIe 3x2, NVMe 1.1 Connector M.2 Card slot (2280) Configurations supported • 16 GB • 32 GB NOTE: Intel Optane memory functions as a storage accelerator. It does not replace DRAM and will not add to the RAM capacity installed on your computer.
Communications Table 10. Supported communications Ethernet 10/100 Mbps Ethernet controller integrated on system board Wireless • Wi-Fi 802.11ac + Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n • Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n • Bluetooth 4.0 • Bluetooth 4.1 • Bluetooth 4.2 • Miracast NOTE: Windows 10 currently supports up to Bluetooth 4.1. Wireless module Table 11.
Media-card reader Table 14. Media-card reader specifications Type One SD-card slot Cards supported SD card Keyboard Table 15. Keyboard specifications Type • Standard keyboard • Backlit keyboard (optional) Shortcut keys Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These keys can be used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions.
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 Temperature range: Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Storage –40°C to 70°C (–40°F to 158°F) Battery Table 19. Battery specifications Type 3-cell "smart"...
Keyboard shortcuts NOTE: Keyboard characters may differ depending on the keyboard language configuration. Keys used for shortcuts remain the same across all language configurations. Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These keys can be used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions.
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Function key Re-defined key (for Behavior multi-media control) Play/Pause Play next track/chapter Switch to external display Search Toggle keyboard backlight (optional) Decrease brightness Increase brightness The Fn key is also used with selected keys on the keyboard to invoke other secondary functions.
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Function key Behavior Toggle Fn-key lock Page up Page down Home...
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 Information about Dell products and www.dell.com services Tips Contact Support In Windows search, type Contact Support, and press Enter.
Enter the Service Tag number or Product ID in the search bar. Contacting Dell To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, see www.dell.com/contactdell. NOTE: Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your country.