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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...Wireless Display (Optional 18 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 19 Connect to the Internet (Optional 20 Using Your XPS Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 26 Back View Features 28 Computer Base and Keyboard...Screen Gestures (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software Features 50 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 51 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 52 Free Fall Sensor 53 3
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...Wireless Display (Optional 18 Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 19 Connect to the Internet (Optional 20 Using Your XPS Laptop 22 Right View Features 22 Left View Features 26 Back View Features 28 Computer Base and Keyboard...Screen Gestures (Optional 46 Removing and Replacing the Battery 48 Software Features 50 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 51 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 52 Free Fall Sensor 53 3
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However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. 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. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 8
However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. 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. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 8
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Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 8). 2. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Follow the instructions on page 76. 13 Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 8). 2. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Follow the instructions on page 76. 13 Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on the screen.
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.... 7 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - NOTE: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 4 Network connector - Connects to the AC adapter to view programs using a wired network. 5 Security cable slot - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, ...fits into the security cable slot on supported models) - Connects your computer. 6 AC adapter connector - NOTE: Before you are using the TV tuner card (optional). 2 Mini-DisplayPort connector - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Antenna-in connector (on your computer to a network or a broadband ...
.... 7 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - NOTE: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 4 Network connector - Connects to the AC adapter to view programs using a wired network. 5 Security cable slot - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, ...fits into the security cable slot on supported models) - Connects your computer. 6 AC adapter connector - NOTE: Before you are using the TV tuner card (optional). 2 Mini-DisplayPort connector - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Antenna-in connector (on your computer to a network or a broadband ...
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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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...light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on if wireless is enabled. Touch to launch the Dell Audio control panel. Indicates the battery charge status. NOTE: The battery is charging when the ...launch control - The control panel allows you to launch a predefined application of your computer. Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - Turns on your choice. 7 Audio control-panel control - Turns...Touch to setup studio-quality audio output on if the Caps Lock is powered using the AC adapter. 5 Windows Mobility Center control - The light on or off when pressed. You can...
...light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on if wireless is enabled. Touch to launch the Dell Audio control panel. Indicates the battery charge status. NOTE: The battery is charging when the ...launch control - The control panel allows you to launch a predefined application of your computer. Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - Turns on your choice. 7 Audio control-panel control - Turns...Touch to setup studio-quality audio output on if the Caps Lock is powered using the AC adapter. 5 Windows Mobility Center control - The light on or off when pressed. You can...
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...Dell. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down until the battery release latch clicks. 48 Align the tabs on the battery bay. 2. Slide the battery release latch to the unlock position. 3. To replace the battery: 1. Press the battery down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter...). Lift the battery up at an angle and remove it over. 2. This computer should only use batteries from the battery bay. To remove the battery: 1. Turn off the computer and turn it from other computers. Using Your XPS Laptop Removing...
...Dell. WARNING: Before removing the battery, shut down until the battery release latch clicks. 48 Align the tabs on the battery bay. 2. Slide the battery release latch to the unlock position. 3. To replace the battery: 1. Press the battery down the computer, and remove external cables (including the AC adapter...). Lift the battery up at an angle and remove it over. 2. This computer should only use batteries from the battery bay. To remove the battery: 1. Turn off the computer and turn it from other computers. Using Your XPS Laptop Removing...
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... the Pen and Touch window, select the Touch tab and ensure that Use your desktop. If the touch screen starts losing its sensitivity - Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet. Use a clean, lint-free cloth (can spray mild, non abrasive cleaner or water on cloth if needed, but not on the...
... the Pen and Touch window, select the Touch tab and ensure that Use your desktop. If the touch screen starts losing its sensitivity - Disconnect the AC adapter from the wall outlet. Use a clean, lint-free cloth (can spray mild, non abrasive cleaner or water on cloth if needed, but not on the...
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...the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 87). If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it back on. ...• If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 87). 60 The computer is in standby or...
...the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 87). If the AC adapter has a light, ensure that the light on the AC adapter is on properly. • Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it back on. ...• If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 87). 60 The computer is in standby or...
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Press simultaneously. 2. Click End Task. Ensure that the AC adapter cable is no longer responding 4. Select the program that it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard, or by moving your computer. If necessary, ...
Press simultaneously. 2. Click End Task. Ensure that the AC adapter cable is no longer responding 4. Select the program that it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard, or by moving your computer. If necessary, ...
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...earlier operating state • Create system recovery media (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on your computer, it was in when you backup your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. Create backup media of applications you to: • Backup... and restore your computer. Turn off your computer, while preserving the data files. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is ...
...earlier operating state • Create system recovery media (see "Dell Factory Image Restore" on your computer, it was in when you backup your computer before using Dell DataSafe Local Backup. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter. Create backup media of applications you to: • Backup... and restore your computer. Turn off your computer, while preserving the data files. NOTE: If Dell DataSafe Local Backup is ...
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... back up any data on the hard drive(s) and on any other storage device in the product. Include a copy of your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 67). 4. Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Prepare all confidential, proprietary and personal information, as... media, such as follows: NOTE: Before you return the product to Dell, ensure that you have run and any error messages reported by Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 87. 2. Remove any and all items being returned (AC adapter cable, software, guides, and so on) if the return is not...
... back up any data on the hard drive(s) and on any other storage device in the product. Include a copy of your region, see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 67). 4. Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit Prepare all confidential, proprietary and personal information, as... media, such as follows: NOTE: Before you return the product to Dell, ensure that you have run and any error messages reported by Dell Diagnostics (see "Contacting Dell" on page 87. 2. Remove any and all items being returned (AC adapter cable, software, guides, and so on) if the return is not...
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... 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. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.8 A/2.1 A Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 130 W/150...
... 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. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) 1.8 A/2.1 A Input frequency 50-60 Hz Output power 130 W/150...