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... 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Set Up 3D TV (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your XPS Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 26 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 28 Touch Pad Gestures 32 Multimedia Control Keys 36 Display Features 38 Status Lights and Indicators 40 Disabling Battery Charging 42 Using...
... 5 Connect the AC Adapter 6 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 7 Press the Power Button 8 Set Up Microsoft Windows 9 Create System Recovery Media (Recommended 10 Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional 12 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 14 Set Up 3D TV (Optional 16 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 Using Your XPS Laptop 20 Right View Features 20 Left View Features 22 Back View Features 26 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 28 Touch Pad Gestures 32 Multimedia Control Keys 36 Display Features 38 Status Lights and Indicators 40 Disabling Battery Charging 42 Using...
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Contents Power Problems 55 Memory Problems 56 Lockups and Software Problems 57 Using Support Tools 59 Dell Support Center 59 My Dell Downloads 60 Hardware Troubleshooter 61 Dell Diagnostics 61 Restoring Your Operating System 63 System Restore 64 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 65 System Recovery Media 67 Dell Factory Image Restore 68 Getting Help 70 Technical Support and Customer Service 71 DellConnect 71 Online Services 72 Automated Order-Status Service 73 Product Information 73 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or...
Contents Power Problems 55 Memory Problems 56 Lockups and Software Problems 57 Using Support Tools 59 Dell Support Center 59 My Dell Downloads 60 Hardware Troubleshooter 61 Dell Diagnostics 61 Restoring Your Operating System 63 System Restore 64 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 65 System Recovery Media 67 Dell Factory Image Restore 68 Getting Help 70 Technical Support and Customer Service 71 DellConnect 71 Online Services 72 Automated Order-Status Service 73 Product Information 73 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or...
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... preconfigured with the Microsoft Windows operating system. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. NOTE: For more information on the screen. To set up an Internet connection. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, go to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9
... preconfigured with the Microsoft Windows operating system. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. NOTE: For more information on the screen. To set up an Internet connection. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows Your Dell computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time, follow the instructions on the operating system and features, go to support.dell.com/MyNewDell. 9
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... the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you...
... the following to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you...
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Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 67. 11 NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. 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 the screen.
Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on page 67. 11 NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 6). 2. 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 the screen.
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Select Connect to Existing Adapter. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 15 Double-click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop. NOTE: You can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from support.dell.com. To enable wireless display: 1. The Intel Wireless Display window appears. 2.
Select Connect to Existing Adapter. NOTE: For more information about wireless display, see the wireless display adapter documentation. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 15 Double-click the Intel Wireless Display icon on the desktop. NOTE: You can download and install the latest driver for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" from support.dell.com. To enable wireless display: 1. The Intel Wireless Display window appears. 2.
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... change the eye order settings when using a HDMI cable. Set up multiple display. Set the 3D mode to default or normal. NOTE: If you are unable to reduce the display resolution. In the Verify the display configuration section, right-click the 3D TV and select Make this the Windows primary display. 16 Connect your TV as the application controls the timing of the glasses. NOTE: The HDMI cable transmits both audio and video...
... change the eye order settings when using a HDMI cable. Set up multiple display. Set the 3D mode to default or normal. NOTE: If you are unable to reduce the display resolution. In the Verify the display configuration section, right-click the 3D TV and select Make this the Windows primary display. 16 Connect your TV as the application controls the timing of the glasses. NOTE: The HDMI cable transmits both audio and video...
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... wireless is not a part of your original order, you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Ensure that shipped with your wireless router. To set up your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 3. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is enabled on your connection to a wireless...
... wireless is not a part of your original order, you can use your wireless Internet connection, you need an external modem or network connection and an Internet Service Provider (ISP). Ensure that shipped with your wireless router. To set up your ISP or cellular telephone service for setup instructions. Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 3. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. If an external USB modem or WLAN adapter is enabled on your connection to a wireless...
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..., type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your Internet connection: 1. NOTE: If you cannot connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information...
..., type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your Internet connection: 1. NOTE: If you cannot connect to check the service status, or try connecting again later. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information...
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... computer while charging a USB device, the device stops charging. In such cases, turn off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 23 NOTE: If you to charge the device. NOTE: The USB PowerShare feature is powered off or in sleep state. Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or...
... computer while charging a USB device, the device stops charging. In such cases, turn off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 23 NOTE: If you to charge the device. NOTE: The USB PowerShare feature is powered off or in sleep state. Connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and video signals. Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or...
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... and USB devices. 5 9-in the media card slot. Each light indicates approximately 20% of the total battery charge. 7 Battery status indicator button - Turns on memory cards. Connect to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the battery status indicator lights when pressed. 25 NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Using Your XPS Laptop 4 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - Save the blank for use when no media card is installed...
... and USB devices. 5 9-in the media card slot. Each light indicates approximately 20% of the total battery charge. 7 Battery status indicator button - Turns on memory cards. Connect to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on the battery status indicator lights when pressed. 25 NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Using Your XPS Laptop 4 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - Save the blank for use when no media card is installed...
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Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - The light on a mouse. 29 Provides the functionality of a mouse to turn on page 36. 3 Touch pad - Provide left -click by tapping the surface. For more information on the multimedia keys, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on or off your computer. The dual display enable or disable key , wireless enable or disable key , battery charge status key , brightness increase and decrease keys, optical drive eject key , and the multimedia keys are located in this row. Press to...
Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - The light on a mouse. 29 Provides the functionality of a mouse to turn on page 36. 3 Touch pad - Provide left -click by tapping the surface. For more information on the multimedia keys, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on or off your computer. The dual display enable or disable key , wireless enable or disable key , battery charge status key , brightness increase and decrease keys, optical drive eject key , and the multimedia keys are located in this row. Press to...
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... the active window. 4-Finger Gestures The 4-finger gestures include: Flip 3D - Move four fingers to the left or right to open Flip 3D that displays your open windows in contact with the touch pad after swiping and then tap the index finger to select open windows. Using Your XPS Laptop Programs - Move four fingers up to cycle through the open windows. Move three fingers quickly in...
... the active window. 4-Finger Gestures The 4-finger gestures include: Flip 3D - Move four fingers to the left or right to open Flip 3D that displays your open windows in contact with the touch pad after swiping and then tap the index finger to select open windows. Using Your XPS Laptop Programs - Move four fingers up to cycle through the open windows. Move three fingers quickly in...
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... the All Programs menu. Select the settings icon and then choose the desired option. 50 You can customize Dell Stage as follows: • Rearrange an application shortcut - Follow the instructions on your computer using a password‑protected account. Using Your XPS Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect...
... the All Programs menu. Select the settings icon and then choose the desired option. 50 You can customize Dell Stage as follows: • Rearrange an application shortcut - Follow the instructions on your computer using a password‑protected account. Using Your XPS Laptop Dell DataSafe Online Backup NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that helps protect...
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... the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for assistance. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 77. Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected...
... the beep code and contact Dell (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for assistance. If you installed or replaced the memory module, ensure that the memory module is seated properly. NOTE: To replace parts, see "Contacting Dell" on page 77. Beep Codes Your computer might emit a series of beeps during start-up if there are errors or problems. This series of beeps, called a beep code, identifies a problem. BIOS ROM checksum failure No RAM detected...
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... Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see if that hinders reception on your computer - Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power...
... Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • Reseat the memory module(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see if that hinders reception on your computer - Memory Problems If you receive an insufficient memory message - • Save and close any open files and exit any open programs you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power...
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... the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. Ensure that is displayed to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down any error message that the program is installed and configured properly. -- Ensure that your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell...
... the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on the screen. Ensure that is displayed to check the hard drive or CDs. • Save and close any open files or programs and shut down any error message that the program is installed and configured properly. -- Ensure that your files immediately. • Use a virus-scanning program to help in troubleshooting when contacting Dell...
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... which program occupies the maximum memory on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your hard drive using a visual representation of file. • Performance and Configuration History - To launch the application, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. Manage your computer each type of the space consumed by each day. Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need -
... which program occupies the maximum memory on your hard drive, and track the changes made to your hard drive using a visual representation of file. • Performance and Configuration History - To launch the application, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. Manage your computer each type of the space consumed by each day. Using Support Tools Dell Support Center All the support you need -
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... and press to resolve the incompatibility. To enter the system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on page 57 and run Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Ensure that best describes the problem and follow the troubleshooting steps. Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is active. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your computer and...
... and press to resolve the incompatibility. To enter the system setup (BIOS) utility, turn on page 57 and run Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Ensure that best describes the problem and follow the troubleshooting steps. Using Support Tools Hardware Troubleshooter If a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is active. Type hardware troubleshooter in "Lockups and Software Problems" on (or restart) your computer and...
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... Processor type Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two SODIMM connectors 2 GB and 4 GB 4 GB 8 GB 80 For more information on the configuration of your computer. To launch the Dell Support Center, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your...
... Processor type Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Memory module connector Memory module capacities Minimum memory Maximum memory two SODIMM connectors 2 GB and 4 GB 4 GB 8 GB 80 For more information on the configuration of your computer. To launch the Dell Support Center, click Start → All Programs→ Dell→ Dell Support Center→ Launch Dell Support Center. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your...
