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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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... turns on the computer may cause it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Restricting airflow around your Dell™ XPS™ laptop. Fan noise is powered on the right and left sides. WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to a power ...that you allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . Setting Up Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about setting up your laptop may result in permanent damage to the computer. 7
... turns on the computer may cause it is normal and does not indicate a problem with the fan or the computer. Restricting airflow around your Dell™ XPS™ laptop. Fan noise is powered on the right and left sides. WARNING: Do not block, push objects into, or allow easy access to a power ...that you allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on . Setting Up Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about setting up your laptop may result in permanent damage to the computer. 7
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WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. 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. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 8
WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. 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. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to your computer. 8
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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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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Press the Power Button 10
Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Press the Power Button 10
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... procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your computer available at support.dell.com. To set up an Internet connection. 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...
... procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up Windows for your computer available at support.dell.com. To set up an Internet connection. 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...
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You can be used to restore your computer to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the operating state it was ... if changes 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 can be used to restore your computer to create the system recovery media: • Dell DataSafe Local Backup • USB key with a minimum capacity of the Operating System disc). You will require the following to the operating state it was ... if changes 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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Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 76. 13 Follow the instructions on page 8). 2. 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 the screen. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 76. 13 Follow the instructions on page 8). 2. 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 the screen. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1.
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... computer allows you are using an EVDO card to access the Internet. NOTE: Installing a mini B-CAS card into the SIM card slot. 4. 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.
... computer allows you are using an EVDO card to access the Internet. NOTE: Installing a mini B-CAS card into the SIM card slot. 4. 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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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) 16
Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) 16
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The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press the wireless key again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. Ensure that your computer is turned on the screen. Press the wireless key on the function key row on an airplane flight. 17 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.
The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Press the wireless key again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. Ensure that your computer is turned on the screen. Press the wireless key on the function key row on an airplane flight. 17 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.
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...; Wireless Display icon on the TV and the wireless display adapter. 5. Select the appropriate video source for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" available at support.dell.com. 18 To set up wireless display on . 2. Connect the wireless display adapter to i7-8xx Integrated: Intel HD Graphics Discrete: NVIDIA GeForce GT 435M... Operating system Driver Intel® Core™ i3-3xx to the TV. Ensure that your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: Wireless display may not be purchased separately. 4.
...; Wireless Display icon on the TV and the wireless display adapter. 5. Select the appropriate video source for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" available at support.dell.com. 18 To set up wireless display on . 2. Connect the wireless display adapter to i7-8xx Integrated: Intel HD Graphics Discrete: NVIDIA GeForce GT 435M... Operating system Driver Intel® Core™ i3-3xx to the TV. Ensure that your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: Wireless display may not be purchased separately. 4.
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... and insert the mini B-CAS card into the SIM card slot 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. Follow the instructions on the screen. 19 The Intel...
... and insert the mini B-CAS card into the SIM card slot 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. Follow the instructions on the screen. 19 The Intel...
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... that shipped with your router. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. Follow the instructions on page 21. Before you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem...computer (see the documentation that wireless is not a part of your original order, you need to connect to your wireless router. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you can use your wireless Internet connection, you are using a DSL or cable/...
... that shipped with your router. Click Start → Control Panel. 4. Follow the instructions on page 21. Before you can purchase one from www.dell.com. Setting Up a Wired Connection • If you are using a dial-up connection, connect the telephone line to the optional external USB modem...computer (see the documentation that wireless is not a part of your original order, you need to connect to your wireless router. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you can use your wireless Internet connection, you are using a DSL or cable/...
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If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by ...
If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to the Internet. Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by ...
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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 Using Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Dell™ XPS™ laptop.
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... Drive" on page 42. 5 Audio-out/Headphone connector - For more information, see "Using the Emergency Eject Hole" on page 42. 2 Optical drive light - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Optical drive -
... Drive" on page 42. 5 Audio-out/Headphone connector - For more information, see "Using the Emergency Eject Hole" on page 42. 2 Optical drive light - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Optical drive -
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Using Your XPS Laptop 8 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare - To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge ...
Using Your XPS Laptop 8 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare - To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge ...
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.... NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the media card slot. For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Using Your XPS Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector -
.... NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the media card slot. For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. Using Your XPS Laptop 1 USB 2.0 connector -
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... MP3 player. 29 Connects to an external antenna (included) or coaxial cable (adapter included) to view programs using a wired network. 5 Security cable slot - 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 external DisplayPort monitors and projectors...
... MP3 player. 29 Connects to an external antenna (included) or coaxial cable (adapter included) to view programs using a wired network. 5 Security cable slot - 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 external DisplayPort monitors and projectors...
