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Contents Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 7 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Connect the AC Adapter 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 9 Press the Power Button 10 Set Up Microsoft Windows 11 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 12 Install the SIM Card (... Wireless Display (Optional 18 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 19 Set Up 3D TV (Optional 20 Connect to the Internet (Optional 22 Using Your XPS Laptop 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 28 Front View Features 29 Back View Features 30 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 32 Status...
Contents Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 7 Before Setting Up Your Computer 7 Connect the AC Adapter 8 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 9 Press the Power Button 10 Set Up Microsoft Windows 11 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 12 Install the SIM Card (... Wireless Display (Optional 18 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 19 Set Up 3D TV (Optional 20 Connect to the Internet (Optional 22 Using Your XPS Laptop 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 28 Front View Features 29 Back View Features 30 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 32 Status...
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WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 8 Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 8 Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protector. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
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Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 81. 13 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 8). 2. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 81. 13 Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 8). 2. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
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...When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 3 Network connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Connects to an external antenna (included) or coaxial cable (adapter included) to view programs using a wired network. 4 Antenna-in connector (on your computer. 31 ... cable, ensure that connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using the TV tuner card (optional). 5 AC adapter connector - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Mini-DisplayPort connector - Digital interface standard connector that it fits into the security cable slot on supported models) - ...
...When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 3 Network connector - Connects to the AC adapter to the computer. Connects to an external antenna (included) or coaxial cable (adapter included) to view programs using a wired network. 4 Antenna-in connector (on your computer. 31 ... cable, ensure that connects to a network or a broadband device if you are using the TV tuner card (optional). 5 AC adapter connector - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Mini-DisplayPort connector - Digital interface standard connector that it fits into the security cable slot on supported models) - ...
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Using Your XPS Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate off/hibernate Battery charge status charging fully charged low battery (
Using Your XPS Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Battery Status Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white off solid amber off Computer state(s) on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby/off/ hibernate on/standby on/standby/off/ hibernate off/hibernate Battery charge status charging fully charged low battery (
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... control - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - Touch to launch a predefined application of your choice. 43 For more information on the battery status light, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 36. Indicates the battery charge status. The light on if wireless is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Windows Mobility Center...
... control - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - Touch to launch a predefined application of your choice. 43 For more information on the battery status light, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 36. Indicates the battery charge status. The light on if wireless is powered using the AC adapter. 4 Windows Mobility Center...
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... 2 battery 3 tabs (3) 51 Press the battery down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Turn off the computer and turn it from the battery bay. Using Your XPS Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of fire or explosion...
... 2 battery 3 tabs (3) 51 Press the battery down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter). This computer should only use batteries from Dell. Turn off the computer and turn it from the battery bay. Using Your XPS Laptop Removing and Replacing the Battery WARNING: Before you begin any of fire or explosion...
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..., but not on the screen) and wipe the surface and sides of your finger as sticky notes) that are blocking the touch sensors. Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet. NOTE: Improper calibration may not be disabled. If you choose to inaccurate touch sensitivity. The touch screen may have foreign particles...
..., but not on the screen) and wipe the surface and sides of your finger as sticky notes) that are blocking the touch sensors. Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet. NOTE: Improper calibration may not be disabled. If you choose to inaccurate touch sensitivity. The touch screen may have foreign particles...
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... is either turned off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on page 93). 66 The display may not be responding. • Press the power button until... the computer turns off , in hibernate mode. • Reseat the AC adapter cable into both the power connector...
... is either turned off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on . If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on page 93). 66 The display may not be responding. • Press the power button until... the computer turns off , in hibernate mode. • Reseat the AC adapter cable into both the power connector...
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... stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Select the program that the AC adapter cable is firmly connected to the computer and to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart your mouse, press the power button...
... stops responding or a solid blue screen appears - Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up - Select the program that the AC adapter cable is firmly connected to the computer and to 10 seconds until the computer turns off and then restart your mouse, press the power button...
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... you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on your computer. 4. NOTE: For more ... down your computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press several times to be restored. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. NOTE: The restoration process may take an hour or more information, see the Microsoft Windows desktop; NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Turn off your computer and ...
... you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to the computer and remove any newly added internal hardware. Select Dell DataSafe Restore and Emergency Backup from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on your computer. 4. NOTE: For more ... down your computer. 2. When the DELL logo appears, press several times to be restored. Select Repair Your Computer. 6. NOTE: The restoration process may take an hour or more information, see the Microsoft Windows desktop; NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Turn off your computer and ...
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...the box. lost removable media that you back up any data on the hard drive(s) and on any accessories that you return the product to Dell, ensure that may be included with the item(s) being returned, whether for repair or credit, as CDs and media cards. or damaged or lost..., and write it clearly and prominently on page 72). 4. Include any other storage device in the product. Remove any and all items being returned (AC adapter cable, software, guides, and so on) if the return is not responsible for the return. 3. Include a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Contacting...
...the box. lost removable media that you back up any data on the hard drive(s) and on any accessories that you return the product to Dell, ensure that may be included with the item(s) being returned, whether for repair or credit, as CDs and media cards. or damaged or lost..., and write it clearly and prominently on page 72). 4. Include any other storage device in the product. Remove any and all items being returned (AC adapter cable, software, guides, and so on) if the return is not responsible for the return. 3. Include a copy of the Diagnostics Checklist (see "Contacting...
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... time 4 hours (when the (approximate) computer is turned off) Battery Operating time battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions Coin-cell battery CR-2032 AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer.
... time 4 hours (when the (approximate) computer is turned off) Battery Operating time battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions Coin-cell battery CR-2032 AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer.