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... 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... Lights and Indicators 36 Disabling Battery Charging 37 Touch Pad Gestures 38 Multimedia Control Keys 40 Control Strip Features 42 Using the Optical Drive 43 Display Features 46 3
... 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... Lights and Indicators 36 Disabling Battery Charging 37 Touch Pad Gestures 38 Multimedia Control Keys 40 Control Strip Features 42 Using the Optical Drive 43 Display Features 46 3
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Contents Touch Screen Gestures (Optional 48 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage 54 NVIDIA Optimus Technology (Optional 56 NVIDIA 3DTV Play 57 Free Fall Sensor 61 Solving Problems 63 Beep ... and Software Problems 68 Using Support Tools 70 Dell Support Center 70 My Dell Downloads 71 Hardware Troubleshooter 72 Dell Diagnostics 72 Restoring Your Operating System 77 System Restore 78 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 79 System Recovery Media 81 Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Getting Help 85 Technical ...
Contents Touch Screen Gestures (Optional 48 Removing and Replacing the Battery 50 Software Features 52 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 53 Dell Stage 54 NVIDIA Optimus Technology (Optional 56 NVIDIA 3DTV Play 57 Free Fall Sensor 61 Solving Problems 63 Beep ... and Software Problems 68 Using Support Tools 70 Dell Support Center 70 My Dell Downloads 71 Hardware Troubleshooter 72 Dell Diagnostics 72 Restoring Your Operating System 77 System Restore 78 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 79 System Recovery Media 81 Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Getting Help 85 Technical ...
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... an EVDO card to access the Internet. To install the SIM card: 1. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer. 2. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 50). 5. To remove the SIM card, press and eject the SIM card. 14 Remove the... battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 50). 3. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot is not required if you to connect to the Internet. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing...
... an EVDO card to access the Internet. To install the SIM card: 1. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer. 2. Replace the battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 50). 5. To remove the SIM card, press and eject the SIM card. 14 Remove the... battery (see "Removing and Replacing the Battery" on page 50). 3. In the battery bay, slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot is not required if you to connect to the Internet. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing...
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... computer is powered off your computer while charging a USB device, the device stops charging. In such cases, turn off or in /Microphone connector - Using Your XPS Laptop 7 Audio-in sleep state. Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs. 8 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare - NOTE: If... continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 27
... computer is powered off your computer while charging a USB device, the device stops charging. In such cases, turn off or in /Microphone connector - Using Your XPS Laptop 7 Audio-in sleep state. Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs. 8 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare - NOTE: If... continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 27
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...: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 3 Network connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 6 USB 3.0 connector - NOTE: Before you are using the TV tuner card (optional). 5 AC adapter connector - Connects to the... connects to view programs using a wired network. 4 Antenna-in connector (on your computer and USB devices. 7 Security cable slot - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Mini-DisplayPort connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Digital interface standard connector ...
...: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 3 Network connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 6 USB 3.0 connector - NOTE: Before you are using the TV tuner card (optional). 5 AC adapter connector - Connects to the... connects to view programs using a wired network. 4 Antenna-in connector (on your computer and USB devices. 7 Security cable slot - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Mini-DisplayPort connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Digital interface standard connector ...
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... 5 Function key row - For more information on the control strip, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 42. 4 XPS logo light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on when the computer reads or writes data. A solid white light indicates hard drive ... avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer when the hard drive activity light is on the XPS logo indicates the power states. The light on . 3 Control strip - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Battery status light - The dual display enable or disable key , wireless enable or disable key...
... 5 Function key row - For more information on the control strip, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on page 42. 4 XPS logo light - For more information on the battery status light, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on when the computer reads or writes data. A solid white light indicates hard drive ... avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer when the hard drive activity light is on the XPS logo indicates the power states. The light on . 3 Control strip - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Battery status light - The dual display enable or disable key , wireless enable or disable key...
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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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Ensure that your computer is turned on an airplane flight. In the search box, type Power Options and press . 4. In the Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter. 5. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1. Click Start . 3. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to disable the battery charging feature while on . 2. In the Battery Settings window, click Turn off Battery Charging and then click OK. Using Your XPS Laptop Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 37
Ensure that your computer is turned on an airplane flight. In the search box, type Power Options and press . 4. In the Power Options window, click Dell Battery Meter. 5. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1. Click Start . 3. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to disable the battery charging feature while on . 2. In the Battery Settings window, click Turn off Battery Charging and then click OK. Using Your XPS Laptop Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 37
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... information, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 36. NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is enabled. Touch to launch Windows Mobility Center. 5 Instant launch control - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - The light on if wireless is powered... using the AC adapter. 4 Windows Mobility Center control - For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on or...
... information, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 36. NOTE: The battery is charging when the computer is enabled. Touch to launch Windows Mobility Center. 5 Instant launch control - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - The light on if wireless is powered... using the AC adapter. 4 Windows Mobility Center control - For more information on the battery status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on or...
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Do not use a battery purchased from Dell. Turn off the computer and turn it from other computers. To replace the battery: 1. Align the tabs on the battery with your computer. This computer should only use batteries from the battery bay. Slide the battery release latch to the side. 3. Press the battery down the computer, and remove external cables (including...
Do not use a battery purchased from Dell. Turn off the computer and turn it from other computers. To replace the battery: 1. Align the tabs on the battery with your computer. This computer should only use batteries from the battery bay. Slide the battery release latch to the side. 3. Press the battery down the computer, and remove external cables (including...
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...a preview of up to combine the graphic processing capability of your desktop. • Web Tile - You can also save notes on battery life. The NVIDIA GPU is equipped with the discrete NVIDIA GPU while running graphicintensive applications such as 3D games. The Optimus technology is ...is enabled through the Apps Gallery. These notes will appear on only for preset applications and thus extends the battery life. NVIDIA Optimus Technology (Optional) Your XPS laptop is turned on the bulletin board the next time you to four of the integrated Intel graphic processing unit...
...a preview of up to combine the graphic processing capability of your desktop. • Web Tile - You can also save notes on battery life. The NVIDIA GPU is equipped with the discrete NVIDIA GPU while running graphicintensive applications such as 3D games. The Optimus technology is ...is enabled through the Apps Gallery. These notes will appear on only for preset applications and thus extends the battery life. NVIDIA Optimus Technology (Optional) Your XPS laptop is turned on the bulletin board the next time you to four of the integrated Intel graphic processing unit...
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... power 1.50 A/1.60 A/2.30 A/ 2.50 A 50-60 Hz 90 W/130 W 100 See the safety information that shipped with your computer. Specifications Battery 9-cell "smart" lithium ion: Height 221.07 mm (8.70 inches) Width 54.35 mm (2.14 inches) Depth 42.53 mm (1.67 inches) ...Weight 0.33 kg (0.73 lb) Voltage 11.1 V (6-/9-cell) Charge 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.
... power 1.50 A/1.60 A/2.30 A/ 2.50 A 50-60 Hz 90 W/130 W 100 See the safety information that shipped with your computer. Specifications Battery 9-cell "smart" lithium ion: Height 221.07 mm (8.70 inches) Width 54.35 mm (2.14 inches) Depth 42.53 mm (1.67 inches) ...Weight 0.33 kg (0.73 lb) Voltage 11.1 V (6-/9-cell) Charge 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.
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... Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: 240 cpi Width 100 mm (3.94 inches) Height 56 mm (2.2 inches) Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery) 32.2 mm to 38.2 mm (1.27 inches to 1.50 inches) 381 mm (15 inches) 265.4 mm (10.45 inches) configurable to 158°F) Keyboard (Backlit...
... Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: 240 cpi Width 100 mm (3.94 inches) Height 56 mm (2.2 inches) Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 6-cell battery) 32.2 mm to 38.2 mm (1.27 inches to 1.50 inches) 381 mm (15 inches) 265.4 mm (10.45 inches) configurable to 158°F) Keyboard (Backlit...
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Index A airflow, allowing 7 Audio control panel 43 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 33 B-CAS card 14 C calling Dell 91 Camera 47 CDs, playing and creating 53 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 7 connect(ing) to the Internet 22 Contacting Dell online 93 Control strip 33 customer service 86 D DataSafe Local Backup 79 DellConnect 86 Dell Diagnostics 72 Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Dell Stage 54 Diagnostic Checklist 92 drivers and downloads 95 DVDs, playing and creating 53 E email addresses for technical support 87 105
Index A airflow, allowing 7 Audio control panel 43 B backup and recovery 53 battery status light 33 B-CAS card 14 C calling Dell 91 Camera 47 CDs, playing and creating 53 computer capabilities 52 computer, setting up 7 connect(ing) to the Internet 22 Contacting Dell online 93 Control strip 33 customer service 86 D DataSafe Local Backup 79 DellConnect 86 Dell Diagnostics 72 Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Dell Stage 54 Diagnostic Checklist 92 drivers and downloads 95 DVDs, playing and creating 53 E email addresses for technical support 87 105