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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 ... Up 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 Features 30 Status...Features 44 Touch 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 ... Up 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 Features 30 Status...Features 44 Touch 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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...: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on . To prevent overheating ensure that you leave a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . You should never place your Dell computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer... not place your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Dell™ XPS™ laptop. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about setting up your...
...: Placing or stacking heavy or sharp objects on . To prevent overheating ensure that you leave a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . You should never place your Dell computer in an enclosed space, such as carpets or rugs, while it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer... not place your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on the fan when the computer gets hot. Restricting airflow around your Dell™ XPS™ laptop. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about setting up your...
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However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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. 8 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.
However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. 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. 8 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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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 9
Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 9
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...unusable and you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your computer available at support.dell.com. Doing so may take you will need to complete. The Windows setup screens will take some time to reinstall the operating...: For more information on the screen. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. 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...
...unusable and you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your computer available at support.dell.com. Doing so may take you will need to complete. The Windows setup screens will take some time to reinstall the operating...: For more information on the screen. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. 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...
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You will require the following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if ... your computer to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. 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 purchased the computer, while preserving data...
You will require the following to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). The system recovery media can use the system recovery media if ... your computer to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have left the computer in when you set up Microsoft Windows. 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 purchased the computer, while preserving data...
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Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 8). 2. Follow the instructions on page 76. 13 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.
Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on page 8). 2. Follow the instructions on page 76. 13 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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... the SIM card: 1. NOTE: Installing a mini B-CAS card into the SIM card slot. 4. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on page 48). 5. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is required to set up and view ISDB-T digital TV in Japan.
... the SIM card: 1. NOTE: Installing a mini B-CAS card into the SIM card slot. 4. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on page 48). 5. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is required to set up and view ISDB-T digital TV in Japan.
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Ensure that your computer is turned on an airplane flight. 17 Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press the wireless key on the function key row on the screen. Press the wireless key again to disable all wireless radios on . 2. The current status of the wireless radios appears on the keyboard.
Ensure that your computer is turned on an airplane flight. 17 Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®), such as when you are asked to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press the wireless key on the function key row on the screen. Press the wireless key again to disable all wireless radios on . 2. The current status of the wireless radios appears on the keyboard.
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... 2. Ensure that your computer and must be purchased separately. 4. Select the appropriate video source for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" available at support.dell.com. 18 To set up wireless display on page 16). 3. Wireless display can only be set up on computers with your computer is enabled ...(see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Turn on all computers. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: Wireless display may not be supported on the TV and the wireless display adapter. 5.
... 2. Ensure that your computer and must be purchased separately. 4. Select the appropriate video source for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" available at support.dell.com. 18 To set up wireless display on page 16). 3. Wireless display can only be set up on computers with your computer is enabled ...(see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Turn on all computers. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: Wireless display may not be supported on the TV and the wireless display adapter. 5.
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...: For more information on wireless display, see the documentation that appears on your wireless display adapter from the Detected wireless displays list. 9. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional) NOTE: Availability of the TV tuner may vary by region. 7. Select Scan for available displays. 8. Select your computer. 4. Turn...
...: For more information on wireless display, see the documentation that appears on your wireless display adapter from the Detected wireless displays list. 9. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional) NOTE: Availability of the TV tuner may vary by region. 7. Select Scan for available displays. 8. Select your computer. 4. Turn...
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... Internet connection. • If you need to connect to the telephone wall connector before you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Follow the instructions on page 21. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to complete the setup. 20 Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are...
... Internet connection. • If you need to connect to the telephone wall connector before you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Follow the instructions on page 21. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to complete the setup. 20 Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are...
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... connected in your ISP. 4. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to the Internet. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your country. Save and close any open files...
... connected in your ISP. 4. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to the Internet. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your country. Save and close any open files...
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Using Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Dell™ XPS™ laptop. Right View Features 1 234 5 67 22
Using Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Dell™ XPS™ laptop. Right View Features 1 234 5 67 22
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... to a pair of headphones. 7 Audio-in/Microphone connector - For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 42. 5 Audio-out/Headphone connector - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Optical drive -
... to a pair of headphones. 7 Audio-in/Microphone connector - For more information, see "Using the Optical Drive" on page 42. 5 Audio-out/Headphone connector - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Optical drive -
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... device and connect it again. Connects to charge the device. The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off or in sleep state. Using Your XPS Laptop 8 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare -
... device and connect it again. Connects to charge the device. The USB PowerShare feature allows you turn on /off or in sleep state. Using Your XPS Laptop 8 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare -
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Using Your XPS Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the media card slot. ...
Using Your XPS Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector - Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the media card slot. ...
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...: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 4 Network connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 7 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Antenna-in connector (on your computer to a network or a broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and...
...: When used with a monitor, only the video signal is read. 4 Network connector - Connects to power the computer and charge the battery. 7 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Antenna-in connector (on your computer to a network or a broadband device if you buy a security cable, ensure that connects to a TV for both 5.1 audio and...