Contents 1 Set up your computer.............................5 2 Chassis view..............................7 Front open view..................................7 Back view.................................... 8 Left view....................................8 Right view................................... 9 Palmrest view..................................10 3 System specifications........................... 11 Dimensions and weight..............................11 Processor...................................12 System information................................12 Operating system................................12 Memory....................................13 Ports and connectors...............................13 Communications................................
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Assigning a system password and setup password....................33 Deleting or changing an existing system setup password..................34 5 Software..............................35 Supported operating systems............................35 Downloading drivers................................ 35 Downloading the chipset driver............................. 35 Intel chipset drivers................................36 Intel HD Graphics drivers..............................36 6 Getting help..............................37 Contacting Dell................................. 37 Contents...
Set up your computer Connect the power adapter. Press the power button. Follow the instructions on the screen to finish Windows setup: Connect to a network. Set up your computer...
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Sign-in to your Microsoft account or create a new account. Locate Dell apps. Table 1. Locate Dell apps Register your computer Dell Help & Support SupportAssist — Check and update your computer Set up your computer...
Chassis view Front open view Array microphone Infrared (IR) camera (optional) Infrared (IR) emitter (optional) Camera status light (optional) Camera (optional) Array microphone LCD panel Battery charge status light NOTE: Computer shipped with HD camera module is standard , IR camera is optional. Chassis view...
Back view Network port HDMI port USB 3.1 Gen 1 port Power connector port Left view Display Port over USB Type-C connector (optional USB 3.1 Gen 1 port Thunderbolt™ 3) SD Card reader Smart Card reader (optional) Chassis view...
System specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. The following specifications are only those required by law to ship with your computer. For more information about the configuration of your computer, go to Help and Support in your Windows operating system and select the option to view information about your computer.
Processor Global Standard Products (GSP) are a subset of Dell’s relationship products that are managed for availability and synchronized transitions on a worldwide basis. They ensure the same platform is available for purchase globally. This allows customers to reduce the number of configurations managed on a worldwide basis, thereby reducing their costs.
Dual Pointing backlit Keyboard • Microsoft Precision Touchpad Environmental NOTE: For more details on Dell environmental features, please go to the environmental attributes section. See your specific region for availability. Table 18. Environmental Energy efficient power supply Internal 80 plus bronze certification...
80 plus platinum certification 240W EPA platinum Customer replaceable unit Recyclable packaging Optional, US only MultiPack packaging Power adapter Table 19. Power adapter specifications Type • 90 W adapter • 130 W adapter Input Voltage 100 to 240 VAC Input current (maximum) •...
Boot Sequence allows you to bypass the System Setup–defined boot device order and boot directly to a specific device (for example: optical drive or hard drive). During the Power-on Self Test (POST), when the Dell logo appears, you can: •...
If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, wait until you see the desktop. Then, shut down or restart your computer and try again. NOTE: After the Dell logo appears, you can also press F12 and then select BIOS setup. General screen options This section lists the primary hardware features of your computer.
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Option Description Keyboard This field lets you choose the operating mode of the keyboard illumination feature. The keyboard brightness level Illumination can be set from 0% to 100%. The options are: • Disabled • • Bright (enabled by default) Keyboard Backlight The Keyboard Backlight Timeout dims out with AC option.
Video screen options Option Description LCD Brightness Allows you to set the display brightness depending up on the power source (On Battery and On AC). NOTE: The video setting will be visible only when a video card is installed into the system. Security screen options Option Description...
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Option Description UEFI Capsule Allows yout to control whether this system allows BIOS updates via UEFI capsule update packages. Firmware Updates • Enable UEFI Capsule Firmware Updates (enabled by default) TPM 2.0 Security Allows you to enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) during POST. The options are: •...
Secure Boot screen options Option Description Secure Boot Enable This option enables or disables the Secure Boot feature. • Disabled • Enabled Default setting: Enabled. Expert Key Allows you to manipulate the security key databases only if the system is in Custom Mode. The Enable Custom Management Mode option is disabled by default.
This feature is only functional when the AC power adapter is connected. If the AC power adapter is removed during Standby, the system setup removes power from all the USB ports to conserve battery power. • Enable USB Wake Support • Wake on Dell USB-C Dock (By default enable) System setup options...
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Configuration • Standard — Fully charges your battery at a standard rate. • ExpressCharge — The battery charges over a shorter period of time using Dell’s fast charging technology. This option is enabled by default. • Primarily AC use •...
Option Description • 15 Watts POST Behavior screen options Option Description Adapter Warnings Allows you to enable or disable the system setup (BIOS) warning messages when you use certain power adapters. Default setting: Enable Adapter Warnings Keypad Allows you to choose one of two methods to enable the keypad that is embedded in the internal keyboard. (Embedded) •...
Option Description Warnings and Error This option will cause the boot process to only pause when warnings or errors are detected. • Prompt on Warnings and Errors This option is enabled by default. • Continue on Warnings • Continue on Warnings and Errors NOTE: Error deemed critical to the operation of the system hardware will always halt the system.
If BitLocker is enabled, it must be suspended prior to updating the system BIOS, and then re-enabled after the BIOS update is completed. Restart the computer. Go to Dell.com/support. • Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit.
Click Find it myself. Click BIOS to view the BIOS versions. Identify the latest BIOS file and click Download. Select your preferred download method in the Please select your download method below window, click Download File. The File Download window appears. Click Save to save the file on your computer.
Deleting or changing an existing system setup password Ensure that the Password Status is Unlocked (in the System Setup) before attempting to delete or change the existing System and/or Setup password. You cannot delete or change an existing System or Setup password, if the Password Status is Locked. To enter the System Setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or reboot.
Microsoft Windows 10 Home (64-bit) Other • Ubuntu OS Media Support • Dell.com/support to download eligible Windows OS • USB media available for upsell Downloading drivers Turn on the laptop. Go to Dell.com/support. Click Product Support, enter the Service Tag of your laptop, and then click Submit.
Intel chipset drivers Verify if the Intel chipset drivers are already installed in the laptop. Table 22. Intel chipset drivers Before installation After installation Intel HD Graphics drivers Verify if the Intel HD Graphics drivers are already installed in the laptop. Table 23.
Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: Go to Dell.com/support.