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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 the Power Button 10 Set Up Microsoft Windows 11 Create ... Disable Wireless (Optional 16 Set 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 Front View Features 27 Back View Features 28 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 30 Status Lights...
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 the Power Button 10 Set Up Microsoft Windows 11 Create ... Disable Wireless (Optional 16 Set 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 Front View Features 27 Back View Features 28 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 30 Status Lights...
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... objects into, or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to the computer. 7 Setting Up Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow dust to accumulate... in permanent damage to place your Dell™ XPS™ laptop. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on the fan when the computer gets hot.
... objects into, or allow easy access to a power source, adequate ventilation, and a level surface to the computer. 7 Setting Up Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about setting up your computer. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure that you allow dust to accumulate... in permanent damage to place your Dell™ XPS™ laptop. To prevent overheating ensure that you leave a minimum of 5.1 cm (2 inches) on the fan when the computer gets hot.
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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 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
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 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
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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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...; Windows® operating system. To set up an Internet connection. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer available at support.dell.com. 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...
...; Windows® operating system. To set up an Internet connection. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer available at support.dell.com. 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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...system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. 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 files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 12 You can be used to restore your computer to the hardware, software, drivers, or other ...
...system recovery media can use the system recovery media if changes to the operating state it was in an undesirable operating state. 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 files (without the need of 8 GB or DVD-R/DVD+R/Blu-ray Disc™ NOTE: Dell DataSafe Local Backup does not support rewritable discs. 12 You can be used to restore your computer to the hardware, software, drivers, or other ...
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Follow the instructions on page 76. 13 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. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. 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.
Follow the instructions on page 76. 13 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. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. 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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... 48). 3. To install the SIM card: 1. Turn on page 48). 5. To remove the SIM card, press and eject the SIM card. 14 Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is required to the Internet. Turn off your cellular service provider. In the battery bay, slide...
... 48). 3. To install the SIM card: 1. Turn on page 48). 5. To remove the SIM card, press and eject the SIM card. 14 Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional) NOTE: Installing a SIM card is required to the Internet. Turn off your cellular service provider. In the battery bay, slide...
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Ensure that your computer is turned on an airplane flight. 17 Press the wireless key again to disable all wireless radios on . 2. 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. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Press the wireless key on the function key row on the screen. The current status of the wireless radios appears on the keyboard.
Ensure that your computer is turned on an airplane flight. 17 Press the wireless key again to disable all wireless radios on . 2. 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. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Press the wireless key on the function key row on the screen. The current status of the wireless radios appears on the keyboard.
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Ensure that your computer and must be supported on page 16). 3. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: Wireless display may not be purchased separately. 4. Connect the wireless display adapter to i7-6xx Intel HD Graphics Intel ... set up on your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Select the appropriate video source for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" available at support.dell.com.
Ensure that your computer and must be supported on page 16). 3. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) NOTE: Wireless display may not be purchased separately. 4. Connect the wireless display adapter to i7-6xx Intel HD Graphics Intel ... set up on your TV, such as HDMI1, HDMI2, or S-Video. 6. Select the appropriate video source for "Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager" available at support.dell.com.
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Select Connect to the antenna-in connector on your wireless display adapter. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional) NOTE: Availability of the TV tuner may vary by region. If not already inserted, turn off the computer and ...
Select Connect to the antenna-in connector on your wireless display adapter. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional) NOTE: Availability of the TV tuner may vary by region. If not already inserted, turn off the computer and ...
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... wireless router: 1. To complete setting up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 21. Before you can purchase one from www.dell.com. To set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 16). 2. Setting Up a Wireless... In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to complete the setup. 20 Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you need to connect to your wireless router. If an external USB modem or...
... wireless router: 1. To complete setting up your wireless router, see "Enable or Disable Wireless" on page 21. Before you can purchase one from www.dell.com. To set up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up Your Internet Connection" on page 16). 2. Setting Up a Wireless... In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to complete the setup. 20 Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional) To connect to the Internet, you need to connect to your wireless router. If an external USB modem or...
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If you do not know which type of connection to the Internet. Contact your ISP information ready. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4. Have your ISP to the Internet ...
If you do not know which type of connection to the Internet. Contact your ISP information ready. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To set up a new connection or network→ Connect to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP. 4. Have your ISP to the Internet ...
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Right View Features 1 2 34 5 67 22 Using Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Dell™ XPS™ laptop.
Right View Features 1 2 34 5 67 22 Using Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about the features available on your Dell™ XPS™ laptop.
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... (optional). Use to a powered speaker or sound system. 6 Headphone/digital S/PDIF combo connector - Opens the optical drive tray when pressed. 4 Emergency eject hole - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Optical drive - For more information, see "Using the Emergency Eject Hole" on page 42. 2 Optical drive light - Blinks when you press the optical drive eject...
... (optional). Use to a powered speaker or sound system. 6 Headphone/digital S/PDIF combo connector - Opens the optical drive tray when pressed. 4 Emergency eject hole - Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Optical drive - For more information, see "Using the Emergency Eject Hole" on page 42. 2 Optical drive light - Blinks when you press the optical drive eject...
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... USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. Using Your XPS Laptop 8 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare -
... USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. Using Your XPS Laptop 8 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare -
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Using Your XPS Laptop Left View Features 1 1 USB 3.0 connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 26
Using Your XPS Laptop Left View Features 1 1 USB 3.0 connector - Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 26
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For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot; Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the media card slot. Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 92. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Front View Features Using Your XPS Laptop 1 1 9-in-1 Media Card Reader - blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 27
For the supported memory cards, see "Specifications" on memory cards. NOTE: Your computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot; Save the blank for use when no media card is installed in the media card slot. Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents stored on page 92. Blanks protect unused slots from other particles. Front View Features Using Your XPS Laptop 1 1 9-in-1 Media Card Reader - blanks from dust and other computers may not fit your computer. 27