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... (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 the Optical Drive 43 Software Features 44 NVIDIA 3DTV Play 45 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 48 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 50 Dell Stage 50 Free Fall Sensor 52 Solving Problems 53 Beep Codes 53 ...
... (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 the Optical Drive 43 Software Features 44 NVIDIA 3DTV Play 45 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 48 Dell DataSafe Online Backup 50 Dell Stage 50 Free Fall Sensor 52 Solving Problems 53 Beep Codes 53 ...
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...that connects to a VGA/DVI connector through an optional mini-DisplayPort adapter. You can purchase the VGA/DVI cable and the miniDsiplayPort adapter at www.dell.com. 3 eSATA/USB combo connector with a monitor, only the video signal is powered off or in sleep state. In such cases, turn ...off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 23 Using Your XPS Laptop 1 HDMI connector - The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off or in sleep state. To continue charging, disconnect the...
...that connects to a VGA/DVI connector through an optional mini-DisplayPort adapter. You can purchase the VGA/DVI cable and the miniDsiplayPort adapter at www.dell.com. 3 eSATA/USB combo connector with a monitor, only the video signal is powered off or in sleep state. In such cases, turn ...off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 23 Using Your XPS Laptop 1 HDMI connector - The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off or in sleep state. To continue charging, disconnect the...
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...XPS Laptop 4 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Connect to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on memory cards. For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on the battery...and USB devices. 5 9-in the slot; Each light indicates approximately 20% of the total battery charge. 7 Battery status indicator button - provide faster data transmission between your computer. 6 Battery status indicator lights (5) - NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the...
...XPS Laptop 4 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in -1 Media Card Reader - Connect to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on memory cards. For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on the battery...and USB devices. 5 9-in the slot; Each light indicates approximately 20% of the total battery charge. 7 Battery status indicator button - provide faster data transmission between your computer. 6 Battery status indicator lights (5) - NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the...
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Connects to the AC adapter to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 27 Using Your XPS Laptop 1 AC adapter connector - Connects your computer to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 Network connector -
Connects to the AC adapter to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 27 Using Your XPS Laptop 1 AC adapter connector - Connects your computer to power the computer and charge the battery. 2 Network connector -
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Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - Press to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left -click and right-click functions like those on ... more information on the multimedia keys, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on a mouse. 29 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. For more information on...
Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - Press to move the cursor, drag or move selected items, and left -click and right-click functions like those on ... more information on the multimedia keys, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on a mouse. 29 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. For more information on...
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Using Your XPS Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Display-Hinge Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status Computer state(s) solid white on/off/hibernate breathing white off solid amber breathing white breathing amber off standby off/hibernate on standby standby off/hibernate Battery charge status charging charging fully charged low battery ( 10% low battery (
Using Your XPS Laptop Status Lights and Indicators Display-Hinge Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status Computer state(s) solid white on/off/hibernate breathing white off solid amber breathing white breathing amber off standby off/hibernate on standby standby off/hibernate Battery charge status charging charging fully charged low battery ( 10% low battery (
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Using Your XPS Laptop Power Button Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white breathing white off solid white breathing white off Computer state(s) on standby off/hibernate on standby off/hibernate NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on page 55. 41
Using Your XPS Laptop Power Button Light AC adapter Battery Indicator light status solid white breathing white off solid white breathing white off Computer state(s) on standby off/hibernate on standby off/hibernate NOTE: For information on power problems, see "Power Problems" on page 55. 41
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Using Your XPS Laptop Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 42 Press the keys on an airplane flight. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to disable the battery charging feature while on the keyboard. 3. In the Battery Status window, click Turn off Battery Charging and then click OK. Ensure that your computer is turned on. 2. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1.
Using Your XPS Laptop Disabling Battery Charging You may be disabled in the System Setup (BIOS) utility. 42 Press the keys on an airplane flight. NOTE: Battery charging can also be required to disable the battery charging feature while on the keyboard. 3. In the Battery Status window, click Turn off Battery Charging and then click OK. Ensure that your computer is turned on. 2. To quickly disable the battery charging feature: 1.
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...on the photo. It enables you to edit the 3D effects on only for preset applications and thus extends the battery life. NVIDIA Optimus Technology Your XPS laptop is enabled through an application profile. The Optimus technology is equipped with the discrete NVIDIA GPU while running ...graphicintensive applications such as 3D games. Using Your XPS Laptop 3D Photos You can view stereoscopic 3D photos using the photo viewer and to download 3D photos, go to www.nvidia.com...
...on the photo. It enables you to edit the 3D effects on only for preset applications and thus extends the battery life. NVIDIA Optimus Technology Your XPS laptop is enabled through an application profile. The Optimus technology is equipped with the discrete NVIDIA GPU while running ...graphicintensive applications such as 3D games. Using Your XPS Laptop 3D Photos You can view stereoscopic 3D photos using the photo viewer and to download 3D photos, go to www.nvidia.com...
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..." on page 61 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 59 upgrade your computer with new or additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part access the battery the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening... and replacing parts of your computer "Dell Support Center" on page 60 for more information about the Microsoft Windows operating system...
..." on page 61 reinstall system software "My Dell Downloads" on page 59 upgrade your computer with new or additional components like a new hard drive reinstall or replace a worn or defective part access the battery the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals NOTE: In some countries, opening... and replacing parts of your computer "Dell Support Center" on page 60 for more information about the Microsoft Windows operating system...
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... with your computer. Specifications Battery 8-cell "smart" lithium ion: Height 11 mm (0.43 inches) Width 94.13 mm (3.70 inches) Depth 235.65 mm (9.2 inches) Weight 0.43 kg (0.96 lb) Voltage 14.8 V Charge time (approximate) Operating time Coin-cell battery 4 hours (when the computer... is turned off) battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions CR-2032 84 AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use ...
... with your computer. Specifications Battery 8-cell "smart" lithium ion: Height 11 mm (0.43 inches) Width 94.13 mm (3.70 inches) Depth 235.65 mm (9.2 inches) Weight 0.43 kg (0.96 lb) Voltage 14.8 V Charge time (approximate) Operating time Coin-cell battery 4 hours (when the computer... is turned off) battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions CR-2032 84 AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use ...
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Keyboard (Backlit) Number of keys 86 (U.S. and Canada); 87 (Europe); 90 (Japan); 87 (Brazil) Layout QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: 240 cpi Width 100 mm (3.94 inches) Height 53.15 mm (2.09 inches) Specifications Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 8-cell battery) 24.4 mm (0.96 inches) 385.2 mm (15.16 inches) 260 mm (10.23 inches) configurable to less than 2.57 kg (5.68 lb) 85
Keyboard (Backlit) Number of keys 86 (U.S. and Canada); 87 (Europe); 90 (Japan); 87 (Brazil) Layout QWERTY/AZERTY/Kanji Touch Pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Size: 240 cpi Width 100 mm (3.94 inches) Height 53.15 mm (2.09 inches) Specifications Physical Height Width Depth Weight (with 8-cell battery) 24.4 mm (0.96 inches) 385.2 mm (15.16 inches) 260 mm (10.23 inches) configurable to less than 2.57 kg (5.68 lb) 85