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...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 ... 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 Network Problems 54 3
...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 ... 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 Network Problems 54 3
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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... Service 73 Product Information 73 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 74 Before You Call 75 Contacting Dell 77 Finding More Information and Resources 78 Specifications 80 Appendix 87 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for ...
...;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... Service 73 Product Information 73 Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for Credit 74 Before You Call 75 Contacting Dell 77 Finding More Information and Resources 78 Specifications 80 Appendix 87 Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for ...
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Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Dell computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . Do not place your computer, ensure that you ... is powered on the right and left sides. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a fire. CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Dell XPS laptop. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop This...
Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your Dell computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is powered on. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . Do not place your computer, ensure that you ... is powered on the right and left sides. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer, deteriorate the computer performance, or cause a fire. CAUTION: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Dell XPS laptop. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop This...
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WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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.
WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 6 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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.
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Plays or records CDs and DVDs. CAUTION: Do not use with audio programs. 3 Optical drive - For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 43. Connects to a pair of headphones or to a microphone or inputs signal for use non-standard-size or shape discs (including mini-CDs and mini‑DVDs) or you will damage the drive. 21 Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Audio-out/Headphone connector - Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 2 Audio-in/Microphone connector -
Plays or records CDs and DVDs. CAUTION: Do not use with audio programs. 3 Optical drive - For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 43. Connects to a pair of headphones or to a microphone or inputs signal for use non-standard-size or shape discs (including mini-CDs and mini‑DVDs) or you will damage the drive. 21 Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Audio-out/Headphone connector - Connects to a powered speaker or sound system. 2 Audio-in/Microphone connector -
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... 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 on the computer to charge the device. NOTE: When used with USB PowerShare - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 HDMI connector - NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when... external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). NOTE: The USB PowerShare feature is powered off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 23
... 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 on the computer to charge the device. NOTE: When used with USB PowerShare - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 HDMI connector - NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when... external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). NOTE: The USB PowerShare feature is powered off when only 10% of the total battery life remains. 23
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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 - Connects to the AC adapter to a network or a broadband device if you are using a wired network. 27
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... press + the required key. Provides the functionality of a mouse to turn on page 40 2 Function key row - For more information on the power button light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on or off your computer. The light on page 36. 3 Touch pad - The touch pad ...supports the Scroll, Flick, Zoom, and Rotate features. Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - For more information, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on the button indicates the power states. Provide left -click by tapping the surface. The dual display enable or disable key , ...
... press + the required key. Provides the functionality of a mouse to turn on page 40 2 Function key row - For more information on the power button light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on or off your computer. The light on page 36. 3 Touch pad - The touch pad ...supports the Scroll, Flick, Zoom, and Rotate features. Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light - For more information, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on the button indicates the power states. Provide left -click by tapping the surface. The dual display enable or disable key , ...
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Using Your XPS Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on the keyboard. This is active only in the operating system. Press any multimedia key to launch Windows Mobility Center. 2. To use the multimedia controls, press + the required key. Press during POST (Power On Self...
Using Your XPS Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on the keyboard. This is active only in the operating system. Press any multimedia key to launch Windows Mobility Center. 2. To use the multimedia controls, press + the required key. Press during POST (Power On Self...
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Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Microphones (2) - Indicates if the camera is on page 40 39 For more information on the display-hinge light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on ... keyboard backlighting. 5 Display-hinge light - Built-in camera for video conferencing and voice recording. 2 Camera indicator light - The light on the display-hinge indicates the power states. The camera supports the H.264 video compression codec which provides high-quality video at low data transmission rates. 4 Ambient light sensor -
Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Microphones (2) - Indicates if the camera is on page 40 39 For more information on the display-hinge light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on ... keyboard backlighting. 5 Display-hinge light - Built-in camera for video conferencing and voice recording. 2 Camera indicator light - The light on the display-hinge indicates the power states. The camera supports the H.264 video compression codec which provides high-quality video at low data transmission rates. 4 Ambient light sensor -
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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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.... The network cable is loose or damaged. • Check the network cable to your wireless connection. Try moving the computer closer to ensure it is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Check if wireless is enabled on the computer (see "Enable or Disable...
.... The network cable is loose or damaged. • Check the network cable to your wireless connection. Try moving the computer closer to ensure it is powered on and connected to your data source (cable modem or network hub). • Check if wireless is enabled on the computer (see "Enable or Disable...
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...; If the display is not responding - The display may not be responding. • Press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 77). The computer is in standby or the display may not be responding...
...; If the display is not responding - The display may not be responding. • Press the power button until the computer turns off and then turn it back on. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 77). The computer is in standby or the display may not be responding...
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...(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 77). 56 If you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to see if that hinders reception on...
...(s) into the connector(s) (see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals). • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 77). 56 If you are : • Power, keyboard, and mouse extension cables. • Too many devices connected to a power strip. • Multiple power strips connected to see if that hinders reception on...
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... CD. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard, or by moving your mouse, press the power button for an earlier Microsoft Windows operating system - Select the program that the AC adapter cable is designed for at least 8 to perform an operating...
... CD. The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard, or by moving your mouse, press the power button for an earlier Microsoft Windows operating system - Select the program that the AC adapter cable is designed for at least 8 to perform an operating...
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... 84 AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output power 1.60 A 50-60 Hz 90 W Output current 4.62 A (continuous) Rated output voltage Operating temperature Storage temperature 19.5 VDC 0° to 40°C (32° to...
... 84 AC Adapter NOTE: Use only AC adapters specified for use with your computer. Input voltage 100-240 VAC Input current (maximum) Input frequency Output power 1.60 A 50-60 Hz 90 W Output current 4.62 A (continuous) Rated output voltage Operating temperature Storage temperature 19.5 VDC 0° to 40°C (32° to...
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F finding more information 78 FTP login, anonymous 72 H hardware problems diagnosing 61 Hardware Troubleshooter 61 help getting assistance and support 70 I Internet connection 18 ISP Internet Service Provider 18 M memory problems solving 56 mini-DisplayPort connector 23 Multimedia Control Keys 36 N network connection fixing 54 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 48 O Optical Drive Using 43 P power problems, solving 55 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 53 products information and purchasing 73 Index 89
F finding more information 78 FTP login, anonymous 72 H hardware problems diagnosing 61 Hardware Troubleshooter 61 help getting assistance and support 70 I Internet connection 18 ISP Internet Service Provider 18 M memory problems solving 56 mini-DisplayPort connector 23 Multimedia Control Keys 36 N network connection fixing 54 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 48 O Optical Drive Using 43 P power problems, solving 55 power strips, using 6 problems, solving 53 products information and purchasing 73 Index 89