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Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer - Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3
Contents Charms Sidebar 15 Signing in to Windows 8 16 Closing a Windows 8 app 17 Turning off your computer - Windows 8 17 Power Adapter 21 Battery 22 Laptop Battery 22 Conserving the Battery Power 22 Coin-Cell Battery 23 Improving the Battery Performance 23 Touchpad 24 About Touchpad 24 Touchpad Gestures 24 Scroll 24 Zoom 26 Rotate 27 Flick 28 My Favorites 28 Desktop 28 Display 29 3D Display 29 Wireless Display 29 Touchscreen Display 30 Contents 3
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Battery 75 Charging Laptop Battery 75 Improving the Battery Performance 75 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Keyboard 77 General Keyboard Shortcuts 77 Changing Keyboard Input Language 79 Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 80 Touchpad 81 Using Your Touchpad 81 Touchpad Gestures 81 Scroll 81 Zoom 83 Rotate 84 Flick 84 My Favorites 84 Desktop 84 Touchscreen 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Audio Connectors 89 Types of audio connectors 89 5.1 Audio 90 7.1 Audio 90 6 Contents
Battery 75 Charging Laptop Battery 75 Improving the Battery Performance 75 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Dell Desktop Mode 76 Keyboard 77 General Keyboard Shortcuts 77 Changing Keyboard Input Language 79 Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop Computer 80 Touchpad 81 Using Your Touchpad 81 Touchpad Gestures 81 Scroll 81 Zoom 83 Rotate 84 Flick 84 My Favorites 84 Desktop 84 Touchscreen 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Using a Touchscreen Display 85 Audio Connectors 89 Types of audio connectors 89 5.1 Audio 90 7.1 Audio 90 6 Contents
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..., do any of the following table compares the most commonly used batteries. 3-cell battery Low cost Small in size Low capacity Low weight 6-cell battery Moderate cost Large in size Moderate capacity Moderate weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and... the computer unattended for long periods of times the battery is used under the same conditions, a low capacity battery will wear out faster than a moderate or high capacity battery because it has to be charged more often. Battery Laptop Battery The following : • Connect the computer to ...
..., do any of the following table compares the most commonly used batteries. 3-cell battery Low cost Small in size Low capacity Low weight 6-cell battery Moderate cost Large in size Moderate capacity Moderate weight 9-cell battery High cost Large in size High capacity Heavy NOTE: When used and... the computer unattended for long periods of times the battery is used under the same conditions, a low capacity battery will wear out faster than a moderate or high capacity battery because it has to be charged more often. Battery Laptop Battery The following : • Connect the computer to ...
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... these settings while the computer is turned off , and so on. The factors that affect coin-cell battery life are type of time. You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to the Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) chip ...the computer is switched off. The following activities significantly reduce the operating time of your laptop computer. Improving the Battery Performance The operating time of the battery decreases over time depending on how you leave the computer unattended for long periods of system board, temperature, the...
... these settings while the computer is turned off , and so on. The factors that affect coin-cell battery life are type of time. You may improve the battery performance by: • Using the computer while connected to the Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) chip ...the computer is switched off. The following activities significantly reduce the operating time of your laptop computer. Improving the Battery Performance The operating time of the battery decreases over time depending on how you leave the computer unattended for long periods of system board, temperature, the...
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...clutter and gives you the flexibility to the computer using a cable and does not require additional power source, such as batteries. Such keyboards require batteries to the computer using a wired or a wireless connection. Wired: The keyboard is connected to use the keyboard from... Bluetooth adapter connected to the computer using wireless signals. Keyboard 35 Used on the computer. • Bluetooth - On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness • Half keyboard/touchpad brightness • No...
...clutter and gives you the flexibility to the computer using a cable and does not require additional power source, such as batteries. Such keyboards require batteries to the computer using a wired or a wireless connection. Wired: The keyboard is connected to use the keyboard from... Bluetooth adapter connected to the computer using wireless signals. Keyboard 35 Used on the computer. • Bluetooth - On a Dell laptop computer, there are generally three lighting states available: • Full keyboard/touchpad brightness • Half keyboard/touchpad brightness • No...
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... electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. NOTE: The life of the battery prevents the battery from being in your computer's power usage (see the Article ID: 405686 at support.dell.com. The internal circuitry of the battery decreases over time depending on AC power... when possible. NOTE: The AC adapter charges the battery even when the computer is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the...
... electrical outlet, the computer checks the battery charge and temperature. NOTE: The life of the battery prevents the battery from being in your computer's power usage (see the Article ID: 405686 at support.dell.com. The internal circuitry of the battery decreases over time depending on AC power... when possible. NOTE: The AC adapter charges the battery even when the computer is discharged and recharged. • Configuring the...
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... by moderating the extent to which your battery charges, protecting your battery when it to an A/C power outlet may reduce battery life. Dell Desktop Mode The Dell longevity mode feature enables you to protect your laptop battery health. Frequently connecting and disconnecting your laptop battery health. Dell Desktop Mode The Dell Desktop Mode feature enables you to protect your...
... by moderating the extent to which your battery charges, protecting your battery when it to an A/C power outlet may reduce battery life. Dell Desktop Mode The Dell longevity mode feature enables you to protect your laptop battery health. Frequently connecting and disconnecting your laptop battery health. Dell Desktop Mode The Dell Desktop Mode feature enables you to protect your...
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...tab in Windows Explorer. Renames the selected item. Keyboard 77 Increases brightness on the Windows notification area, and then click Dell Extended Battery Life Options. Refreshes the active window. Click Enable or Disable based on an external display). Searches for a file or folder.... and up-arrow key and down-arrow key Opens the Task Manager window. Activates a power management mode. The Battery Meter dialog box is enabled, the battery charges only between 50 percent and 100 percent of its capacity. NOTE: When desktop mode is displayed. 2. Decreases...
...tab in Windows Explorer. Renames the selected item. Keyboard 77 Increases brightness on the Windows notification area, and then click Dell Extended Battery Life Options. Refreshes the active window. Click Enable or Disable based on an external display). Searches for a file or folder.... and up-arrow key and down-arrow key Opens the Task Manager window. Activates a power management mode. The Battery Meter dialog box is enabled, the battery charges only between 50 percent and 100 percent of its capacity. NOTE: When desktop mode is displayed. 2. Decreases...
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... purposes and also in situations where an OS reinstallation is in sleep state. NOTE: Charging through the USB PowerShare feature is automatically disabled when the battery charge reaches 10%.
... purposes and also in situations where an OS reinstallation is in sleep state. NOTE: Charging through the USB PowerShare feature is automatically disabled when the battery charge reaches 10%.
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... these are a suite of the features include: • Brightness and audio controls through keyboard shortcuts • Power management controls • Battery information • Icon resizing • Wireless enable/disable Installation Dell QuickSet Utilities come pre-installed on your computer allows you to play 3D games, watch Blu-ray 3D videos, and browse...
... these are a suite of the features include: • Brightness and audio controls through keyboard shortcuts • Power management controls • Battery information • Icon resizing • Wireless enable/disable Installation Dell QuickSet Utilities come pre-installed on your computer allows you to play 3D games, watch Blu-ray 3D videos, and browse...
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...and length of the ePSA home screen. To exit the ePSA and restart your computer and try again. 3. Invoking ePSA To invoke ePSA: 1. When the DELL logo appears, press to diagnose various hardware problems. The ePSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so ...executed, their activity, and results for each test. • System Health - Appears at the bottom-right of the tests. Appears on the right of the battery, AC adapter, fans, and so on the left of the Control window is divided into three areas: • Device Tree - Displays the status of ...
...and length of the ePSA home screen. To exit the ePSA and restart your computer and try again. 3. Invoking ePSA To invoke ePSA: 1. When the DELL logo appears, press to diagnose various hardware problems. The ePSA tests devices such as the system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, and so ...executed, their activity, and results for each test. • System Health - Appears at the bottom-right of the tests. Appears on the right of the battery, AC adapter, fans, and so on the left of the Control window is divided into three areas: • Device Tree - Displays the status of ...
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...cable connector for any bent pins. 5. Straighten any bent or broken pins. If the keyboard works on the external monitor. 4. Contact Dell for more information. 7. Press the and to the computer. 6. Shut down the computer and disconnect the keyboard from the computer. ..., there may be a problem with your Bluetooth keyboard for further assistance. If you are using a wireless or Bluetooth keyboard, reinstall the batteries. Adjust the display brightness by press the and or and keys. 2. Ensure that shipped with the computer or connector. Connect the keyboard ...
...cable connector for any bent pins. 5. Straighten any bent or broken pins. If the keyboard works on the external monitor. 4. Contact Dell for more information. 7. Press the and to the computer. 6. Shut down the computer and disconnect the keyboard from the computer. ..., there may be a problem with your Bluetooth keyboard for further assistance. If you are using a wireless or Bluetooth keyboard, reinstall the batteries. Adjust the display brightness by press the and or and keys. 2. Ensure that shipped with the computer or connector. Connect the keyboard ...
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... resume full-power operation (typically within several seconds) when you want to start again when you to configure when the power supply to charge the battery during that time. the computer immediately stops what it is doing and is a power-saving state designed primarily for an extended period and won't have...
... resume full-power operation (typically within several seconds) when you want to start again when you to configure when the power supply to charge the battery during that time. the computer immediately stops what it is doing and is a power-saving state designed primarily for an extended period and won't have...
Owner's Manual
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Contents 1 Before You Begin 9 Recommended Tools 9 Turning Off Your Computer 10 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10 2 Battery 13 Removing the Battery 13 Replacing the Battery 14 3 Keyboard 15 Removing the Keyboard 15 Replacing the Keyboard 17 4 Memory Module(s 19 Removing the Memory Module(s 19 Replacing the Memory Module(s 20 Contents 3
Contents 1 Before You Begin 9 Recommended Tools 9 Turning Off Your Computer 10 Before Working Inside Your Computer 10 2 Battery 13 Removing the Battery 13 Replacing the Battery 14 3 Keyboard 15 Removing the Keyboard 15 Replacing the Keyboard 17 4 Memory Module(s 19 Removing the Memory Module(s 19 Replacing the Memory Module(s 20 Contents 3
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10 Coin-Cell Battery 41 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 41 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 42 11 USB Board 43 Removing the USB Board 43 Replacing the USB Board 44 12 Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 46 13 Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only 47 Removing the Processor Module 47 Replacing the Processor Module 48 14 Hinge Cover 51 Removing the Hinge Cover 51 Replacing the Hinge Cover 53 Contents 5
10 Coin-Cell Battery 41 Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 41 Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery 42 11 USB Board 43 Removing the USB Board 43 Replacing the USB Board 44 12 Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Removing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 45 Replacing the Thermal Cooling Assembly 46 13 Processor Module (For Inspiron 15-N5050/15-N5040 Only 47 Removing the Processor Module 47 Replacing the Processor Module 48 14 Hinge Cover 51 Removing the Hinge Cover 51 Replacing the Hinge Cover 53 Contents 5
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...CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer. 1 Ensure that is not authorized by Dell is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched. 2 Turn off your computer. See "Turning Off Your Computer" on page... installed cards from your computer. if you disconnect the cable. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to ground the system board. See "Removing the Battery" on the cable itself. Before You Begin 11 Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are disconnecting this type of cable...
...CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer. 1 Ensure that is not authorized by Dell is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from being scratched. 2 Turn off your computer. See "Turning Off Your Computer" on page... installed cards from your computer. if you disconnect the cable. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to ground the system board. See "Removing the Battery" on the cable itself. Before You Begin 11 Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are disconnecting this type of cable...
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... safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer, use batteries designed for this particular Dell computer. Removing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on your warranty...the computer and turn it over. 3 Slide the battery lock latch to servicing that shipped with your computer). 2 Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal ...
... safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer, use batteries designed for this particular Dell computer. Removing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on your warranty...the computer and turn it over. 3 Slide the battery lock latch to servicing that shipped with your computer). 2 Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal ...
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3 2 1 1 battery release latch 3 battery lock latch 2 battery Replacing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. 3 Slide the battery lock latch to the lock position. 14 Battery
3 2 1 1 battery release latch 3 battery lock latch 2 battery Replacing the Battery 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the battery into the battery bay until it clicks into place. 3 Slide the battery lock latch to the lock position. 14 Battery
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..., remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Damage due to replace. For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on the keyboard... are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to servicing that shipped with your computer). Removing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. Keyboard 15...
..., remove the main battery, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Damage due to replace. For additional safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery" on the keyboard... are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to servicing that shipped with your computer). Removing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13. Keyboard 15...
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See "Replacing the Battery" on the system board. 1 2 1 keyboard cable 2 keyboard Replacing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the keyboard cable into the slots on the palm rest. 4 Gently press around the edges of the keyboard to the connector on the system board. 3 Slide the tabs on the keyboard into the connector on page 14. Press down on the connector latch to secure the keyboard cable to lock the four tabs securing the keyboard. 5 Close the display and turn the computer over. 6 Replace the battery. Keyboard 17
See "Replacing the Battery" on the system board. 1 2 1 keyboard cable 2 keyboard Replacing the Keyboard 1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9. 2 Slide the keyboard cable into the slots on the palm rest. 4 Gently press around the edges of the keyboard to the connector on the system board. 3 Slide the tabs on the keyboard into the connector on page 14. Press down on the connector latch to secure the keyboard cable to lock the four tabs securing the keyboard. 5 Close the display and turn the computer over. 6 Replace the battery. Keyboard 17