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... Turning off the Screen...12 Using power buttonUsing Charms 12 4 Using Your Tablet 13 Screen Orientation...13 How to lock / unlock the screen orientation 13 Adjusting the screen brightness...13 Gestures...14 Right-Click...15 The Windows Start Screen...16 How to access the Start screen...16 Get to know Windows 8.1...16 Swipe Right...16 Swipe Left...17 Swipe Up/Down...17 Split Screen...17 Using Headphones...17 Inserting the Micro-SIM Card...
... Turning off the Screen...12 Using power buttonUsing Charms 12 4 Using Your Tablet 13 Screen Orientation...13 How to lock / unlock the screen orientation 13 Adjusting the screen brightness...13 Gestures...14 Right-Click...15 The Windows Start Screen...16 How to access the Start screen...16 Get to know Windows 8.1...16 Swipe Right...16 Swipe Left...17 Swipe Up/Down...17 Split Screen...17 Using Headphones...17 Inserting the Micro-SIM Card...
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... files 24 Remove everything and re-install Windows 25 Advanced startup...25 6 Synchronizing your tablet 26 Using Microsoft account...26 Copying music, photos, and videos 26 7 Getting Your Stylus Ready for Use 27 Using the Optional Stylus with Your Tablet 27 8 Docking Your Tablet to the Keyboard Dock 29 Undocking Your Tablet from the Keyboard Dock 29 9 Cleaning Your Tablet 31 10 Troubleshooting 32 Battery problem...32 System problem...32 Touchscreen problem...33 Network problem...34 11 System Setup...35 System Setup (BIOS...
... files 24 Remove everything and re-install Windows 25 Advanced startup...25 6 Synchronizing your tablet 26 Using Microsoft account...26 Copying music, photos, and videos 26 7 Getting Your Stylus Ready for Use 27 Using the Optional Stylus with Your Tablet 27 8 Docking Your Tablet to the Keyboard Dock 29 Undocking Your Tablet from the Keyboard Dock 29 9 Cleaning Your Tablet 31 10 Troubleshooting 32 Battery problem...32 System problem...32 Touchscreen problem...33 Network problem...34 11 System Setup...35 System Setup (BIOS...
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... by Dell is not covered by the online or telephone service and support team. For additional safety best practices information, see Turning Off Your Tablet). 3. Do not touch the components or contacts on the cable itself. Hold a card by its edges or by a certified service technician. Ensure that came with care. If the tablet is flat and clean to a docking device (docked) such as a connector on...
... by Dell is not covered by the online or telephone service and support team. For additional safety best practices information, see Turning Off Your Tablet). 3. Do not touch the components or contacts on the cable itself. Hold a card by its edges or by a certified service technician. Ensure that came with care. If the tablet is flat and clean to a docking device (docked) such as a connector on...
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... see "Slide to shut down your tablet by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the right edge of the tablet. Remove the storage SD card from the right edge of the display to dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal components. 6. To turn off your tablet. To access Control Panel, swipe at the back of the screen, tap Search, enter Control Panel in Venue 10 Pro 5055.
... see "Slide to shut down your tablet by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the right edge of the tablet. Remove the storage SD card from the right edge of the display to dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal components. 6. To turn off your tablet. To access Control Panel, swipe at the back of the screen, tap Search, enter Control Panel in Venue 10 Pro 5055.
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MicroSD memory card reader 7. Noble security-cable slot 10. Service-tag label 14. Speaker 17. Dock latches 24. Pen Tip (replaceable) 27. Camera 2. Dock pins 13. Battery-status light 18. Micro HDMI connector 20. Buttons 28. Features Table 1. 8 2 1. Microphones 4. Speaker 9. Dock-guide slots 12. Volume buttons 21. Pen loop Back camera 11. Micro USB power connector 19. Windows button 6. Micro-SIM reader (LTE/ HSPA+ models only) 8. USB 2.0 connector 16. Audio connector Keyboard dock (optional) 22. Power button 5. Touchpad Stylus (optional) 26. Wi-Fi / ...
MicroSD memory card reader 7. Noble security-cable slot 10. Service-tag label 14. Speaker 17. Dock latches 24. Pen Tip (replaceable) 27. Camera 2. Dock pins 13. Battery-status light 18. Micro HDMI connector 20. Buttons 28. Features Table 1. 8 2 1. Microphones 4. Speaker 9. Dock-guide slots 12. Volume buttons 21. Pen loop Back camera 11. Micro USB power connector 19. Windows button 6. Micro-SIM reader (LTE/ HSPA+ models only) 8. USB 2.0 connector 16. Audio connector Keyboard dock (optional) 22. Power button 5. Touchpad Stylus (optional) 26. Wi-Fi / ...
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... and then change to the operating system. • Battery icons displayed on . 3 Setting Up Your Tablet Charging the Tablet CAUTION: Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of 0 °C to fully charge. Amber color on Battery is charging. NOTE: The battery is being charged. - CAUTION: Use only the power adapter and power cable that the system cannot power on with your tablet. You can check the exact battery charge level by booting to solid white...
... and then change to the operating system. • Battery icons displayed on . 3 Setting Up Your Tablet Charging the Tablet CAUTION: Charge the battery in an ambient temperature of 0 °C to fully charge. Amber color on Battery is charging. NOTE: The battery is being charged. - CAUTION: Use only the power adapter and power cable that the system cannot power on with your tablet. You can check the exact battery charge level by booting to solid white...
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... charging with AC adapter. Battery is not enabled in to turn on battery power and the battery is at low level. Battery is not working correctly. NOTE: The lock screen displays only when returning from the lock screen to the start screen. Your tablet is plugged in an ambient temperature between 0 °C and 40 °C. 1. Press and hold the Power button for use after the Windows Start screen displays. The tablet is connected. Turning On Your Tablet NOTE: Use this tablet...
... charging with AC adapter. Battery is not enabled in to turn on battery power and the battery is at low level. Battery is not working correctly. NOTE: The lock screen displays only when returning from the lock screen to the start screen. Your tablet is plugged in an ambient temperature between 0 °C and 40 °C. 1. Press and hold the Power button for use after the Windows Start screen displays. The tablet is connected. Turning On Your Tablet NOTE: Use this tablet...
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... touch the Help+Tips tile on the Start screen to access the Charms bar, and then touch the Start icon . Swipe Right Swiping-in real time so you direct access to Control Panel, Windows Explorer, Weather application, RSS, Windows Store, Internet Explorer, and other installed applications. The Windows Start Screen The Windows Start screen displays a list of default and custom Live Tiles, which act as Start, Search, Share, Devices, and Settings options. 16 The tile-based user...
... touch the Help+Tips tile on the Start screen to access the Charms bar, and then touch the Start icon . Swipe Right Swiping-in real time so you direct access to Control Panel, Windows Explorer, Weather application, RSS, Windows Store, Internet Explorer, and other installed applications. The Windows Start Screen The Windows Start screen displays a list of default and custom Live Tiles, which act as Start, Search, Share, Devices, and Settings options. 16 The tile-based user...
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... display brings up a list of the most recently used application or most NOTE: The functionality of an application docks or closes the application. Click Settings → Change PC Settings → PC and Devices 3. Release your finger to music and sounds, record audio, or make sure you in multitasking. NOTE: Windows 8.1 enables you to the most recently viewed screen. Using Headphones You can use the camera during the lock screen mode...
... display brings up a list of the most recently used application or most NOTE: The functionality of an application docks or closes the application. Click Settings → Change PC Settings → PC and Devices 3. Release your finger to music and sounds, record audio, or make sure you in multitasking. NOTE: Windows 8.1 enables you to the most recently viewed screen. Using Headphones You can use the camera during the lock screen mode...
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... option Set as metered connection is enabled, Windows Update will be disabled as a metered/non-metered connection. • Touch View connection properties to access the Charms bar. 2. 3. Mobile broadband options 1. If your tablet is enabled. Touch Setting → Network → Your Service Provider → Disconnect. NOTE: You can choose the option Connect automatically to the Wi-Fi automatically. Touch Settings →Networks . 3. NOTE: Once your data usage. • Touch Set as metered connection/Non metered connection...
... option Set as metered connection is enabled, Windows Update will be disabled as a metered/non-metered connection. • Touch View connection properties to access the Charms bar. 2. 3. Mobile broadband options 1. If your tablet is enabled. Touch Setting → Network → Your Service Provider → Disconnect. NOTE: You can choose the option Connect automatically to the Wi-Fi automatically. Touch Settings →Networks . 3. NOTE: Once your data usage. • Touch Set as metered connection/Non metered connection...
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... losing your SIM card will not be locked. Enter your files • Remove everything and reinstall Windows • Advanced startup 3. Select any recovery option to view the hardware information including the subscriber information and International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number. Click Refresh. NOTE: Your Service Provider refers to access the Charms bar. 2. Click Get started. Click Next. 3. Touch Settings → Change PC settings → Network. 3. Touch View connection properties→Security→Use a PIN. 5. Swipe from...
... losing your SIM card will not be locked. Enter your files • Remove everything and reinstall Windows • Advanced startup 3. Select any recovery option to view the hardware information including the subscriber information and International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number. Click Refresh. NOTE: Your Service Provider refers to access the Charms bar. 2. Click Get started. Click Next. 3. Touch Settings → Change PC settings → Network. 3. Touch View connection properties→Security→Use a PIN. 5. Swipe from...
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... data before you proceed. If you want to perform this option, Windows resets your tablet completely, and you back up from the system image. Ensure that you can reset to its default / factory settings. If you want to perform this option, Windows removes all your files including your tablet's firmware settings, change Windows startup settings, or restore Windows from a device or compact disc (such as DVD or USB drive) and change your photos, music, videos...
... data before you proceed. If you want to perform this option, Windows resets your tablet completely, and you back up from the system image. Ensure that you can reset to its default / factory settings. If you want to perform this option, Windows removes all your files including your tablet's firmware settings, change Windows startup settings, or restore Windows from a device or compact disc (such as DVD or USB drive) and change your photos, music, videos...
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... a wireless connection for synchronizing your computer and tablet. 1. Connect a USB key or a Micro-SD card to remove your tablet from the computer. 3. When you sign in with your Microsoft account on your tablet, you can synchronize user settings of toggles for both your data and settings. 6 Synchronizing your tablet Using Microsoft account If your computer has Microsoft Windows 8.1 installed, you can automatically synchronize your settings, including internet browser history, application settings, and personal files...
... a wireless connection for synchronizing your computer and tablet. 1. Connect a USB key or a Micro-SD card to remove your tablet from the computer. 3. When you sign in with your Microsoft account on your tablet, you can synchronize user settings of toggles for both your data and settings. 6 Synchronizing your tablet Using Microsoft account If your computer has Microsoft Windows 8.1 installed, you can automatically synchronize your settings, including internet browser history, application settings, and personal files...
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... clockwise direction. 2. NOTE: Follow your tablet. Using the Optional Stylus with your tablet. 27 The two buttons are used for performing mouse clicks(left -click and right-click functions on your tablet for long time periods. Insert an AAAA battery with no calibration necessary. You can seamlessly switch between pen and finger entry without any manual mode switching. 7 Getting Your Stylus Ready for industry leading accuracy and...
... clockwise direction. 2. NOTE: Follow your tablet. Using the Optional Stylus with your tablet. 27 The two buttons are used for performing mouse clicks(left -click and right-click functions on your tablet for long time periods. Insert an AAAA battery with no calibration necessary. You can seamlessly switch between pen and finger entry without any manual mode switching. 7 Getting Your Stylus Ready for industry leading accuracy and...
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... a hard shut down. 2. Remove the power supply and unplug / plug the battery. 1. Un-dock / Re-dock your tablet on the dock. Press and hold the Power button for 11 seconds to perform a hard shut down and restart your inputs. 2. Tablet does not turn off Tablet locks up Tablet is not responding or behaving unexpectedly • Driver failure • Operating system failure • Virus/Malware Software or feature is re- Contact Dell's support service...
... a hard shut down. 2. Remove the power supply and unplug / plug the battery. 1. Un-dock / Re-dock your tablet on the dock. Press and hold the Power button for 11 seconds to perform a hard shut down and restart your inputs. 2. Tablet does not turn off Tablet locks up Tablet is not responding or behaving unexpectedly • Driver failure • Operating system failure • Virus/Malware Software or feature is re- Contact Dell's support service...
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... using a public network. 5. Network problem Problems No wireless connection Possible causes No mobile broadband connection • The mobile broadband has been capped. • No signal from the service provider. Try to get closer to another known wireless access point. 4. Move your tablet to view the landing page if using a private network; open the browser to a different location for help. 1. Check if the wireless radio is turned on . See Wi-Fi Settings...
... using a public network. 5. Network problem Problems No wireless connection Possible causes No mobile broadband connection • The mobile broadband has been capped. • No signal from the service provider. Try to get closer to another known wireless access point. 4. Move your tablet to view the landing page if using a private network; open the browser to a different location for help. 1. Check if the wireless radio is turned on . See Wi-Fi Settings...
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... button to the BIOS Setup option. 11 System Setup System Setup enables you add or remove hardware • View the system hardware configuration • Enable or disable integrated devices • Set performance and power management thresholds • Manage your computer security To access the system setup options (BIOS): 1. NOTE: You might have already turned 3. From the System Setup, you can select the desired option by pressing the Volume Up button.) 4. Connect your tablet to the keyboard dock or connect a USB enabled keyboard...
... button to the BIOS Setup option. 11 System Setup System Setup enables you add or remove hardware • View the system hardware configuration • Enable or disable integrated devices • Set performance and power management thresholds • Manage your computer security To access the system setup options (BIOS): 1. NOTE: You might have already turned 3. From the System Setup, you can select the desired option by pressing the Volume Up button.) 4. Connect your tablet to the keyboard dock or connect a USB enabled keyboard...
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... boot time. The admin password enables several security features. The system password is typed in the 'Unlock Setup' prompt through system setup. Allows you to the system and hard disk passwords are permitted when an administrator password is typed in . To add a new password: • Enter the old password • Enter the new password • Confirm the new password Click OK after entering the password details. The drive does not have a password set . • Allow Non-Admin Password Changes (Default...
... boot time. The admin password enables several security features. The system password is typed in the 'Unlock Setup' prompt through system setup. Allows you to the system and hard disk passwords are permitted when an administrator password is typed in . To add a new password: • Enter the old password • Enter the new password • Confirm the new password Click OK after entering the password details. The drive does not have a password set . • Allow Non-Admin Password Changes (Default...
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... Drivers and click View All Drivers. 38 NOTE: To locate the Service Tag, click Where is enabled by default. If you to locate or find your product appears. 7. UEFI OS (Hard Drive) Table 6. Table 5. Boot Option Network Stack File Browser Add Boot Option File Browser Del Boot Option Secure Boot Boot Option Priorities Function This option is fully charged and connected to restore the default values. Allows you to save the changes and reset. For tablet, ensure that the battery is enabled...
... Drivers and click View All Drivers. 38 NOTE: To locate the Service Tag, click Where is enabled by default. If you to locate or find your product appears. 7. UEFI OS (Hard Drive) Table 6. Table 5. Boot Option Network Stack File Browser Add Boot Option File Browser Del Boot Option Secure Boot Boot Option Priorities Function This option is fully charged and connected to restore the default values. Allows you to save the changes and reset. For tablet, ensure that the battery is enabled...
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... System for your download method below window; The File Download window appears. 11. On the Drivers and Downloads screen, under the Operating System drop-down list, select BIOS. 9. To do this for Updates and follow the instructions on your tablet. click Download File. Click Run to save the file on the screen. 10. Click Save to install the updated BIOS settings on the screen. 39 Identify the latest BIOS file and click Download File. You can also...
... System for your download method below window; The File Download window appears. 11. On the Drivers and Downloads screen, under the Operating System drop-down list, select BIOS. 9. To do this for Updates and follow the instructions on your tablet. click Download File. Click Run to save the file on the screen. 10. Click Save to install the updated BIOS settings on the screen. 39 Identify the latest BIOS file and click Download File. You can also...