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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 ...Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 19 Set Up 3D TV (Optional 20 Connect to the Internet (Optional 22 Using Your XPS Laptop 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 28 Front View Features 29 Back View Features 30 Computer Base and Keyboard... 32 Status Lights and Indicators 36 Disabling Battery Charging 37 Touch Pad Gestures 38 Multimedia Control Keys 40 Control Strip Features 42 Using the Optical Drive 43 Display Features 46 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 ...Set Up the TV Tuner (Optional 19 Set Up 3D TV (Optional 20 Connect to the Internet (Optional 22 Using Your XPS Laptop 24 Right View Features 24 Left View Features 28 Front View Features 29 Back View Features 30 Computer Base and Keyboard... 32 Status Lights and Indicators 36 Disabling Battery Charging 37 Touch Pad Gestures 38 Multimedia Control Keys 40 Control Strip Features 42 Using the Optical Drive 43 Display Features 46 3
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... operating state. 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). Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as...
... operating state. 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). Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as...
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Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 81. 13 Follow the instructions on page 8). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen.
Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see "System Recovery Media" on page 81. 13 Follow the instructions on page 8). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see "Connect the AC Adapter" on the screen.
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The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Press the keys again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. NOTE: Pressing the keys 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. Ensure that your computer is turned on the screen. Press the keys on an airplane flight. 17
The current status of the wireless radios appears on . 2. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Press the keys again to disable all wireless radios on the keyboard. NOTE: Pressing the keys 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. Ensure that your computer is turned on the screen. Press the keys on an airplane flight. 17
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... status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on when the computer reads or writes data. Turns on page 36. 5 Function key row - For more information on the control strip, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on the XPS logo indicates the power states. The light on page 40. 33 For more information on the multimedia...
... status light, see "Status Lights and Indicators" on when the computer reads or writes data. Turns on page 36. 5 Function key row - For more information on the control strip, see "Multimedia Control Keys" on the XPS logo indicates the power states. The light on page 40. 33 For more information on the multimedia...
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... keyboard brightness settings - NOTE: To enable or disable the touch pad, press the keys on a mouse. 8 Touch pad status light - Turns on page 38. Using Your XPS Laptop 6 Keyboard/Backlit Keyboard (optional) - The backlit keyboard provides visibility in the given order): • half keyboard brightness • full keyboard brightness • no lighting...
... keyboard brightness settings - NOTE: To enable or disable the touch pad, press the keys on a mouse. 8 Touch pad status light - Turns on page 38. Using Your XPS Laptop 6 Keyboard/Backlit Keyboard (optional) - The backlit keyboard provides visibility in the given order): • half keyboard brightness • full keyboard brightness • no lighting...
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... active only in the operating system. To use the multimedia controls, press the required key. Using Your XPS Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on the control 40 You can configure the multimedia control keys using the System Setup (BIOS) utility or Windows Mobility Center. Press the...
... active only in the operating system. To use the multimedia controls, press the required key. Using Your XPS Laptop Multimedia Control Keys The multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on the control 40 You can configure the multimedia control keys using the System Setup (BIOS) utility or Windows Mobility Center. Press the...
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... the current game. Show/hide in-game Displays the settings recommended by NVIDIA compatibility message for 3D gaming: Keys Description Function Show/hide stereoscopic 3D effects Turns 3DTV Play on/off. Using Your XPS Laptop Keyboard Shortcuts The following are some of the current game, and saves the file in the My...
... the current game. Show/hide in-game Displays the settings recommended by NVIDIA compatibility message for 3D gaming: Keys Description Function Show/hide stereoscopic 3D effects Turns 3DTV Play on/off. Using Your XPS Laptop Keyboard Shortcuts The following are some of the current game, and saves the file in the My...
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... displaying the shortcut you ; ces all objects behind the scene inNOyoTuEr: sFpoarcme;oarlesoinufosermd atotiopnlaocne tuhseing laser sigthhet. Press the desired key combination. 5. Using Your XPS Laptop Increases convergence Decreases convergence Customizing Shortcut Keys Mo3vDes Pobhjeocttos stowards you want to change. 4. maximum conYoveurgceancveiepwlasctesreaollsocobjpeicts3Dinpfrhoonttoos futshineg scetnhe iNnVyIoDuIAr sPphaocteo; Valiseowuesreadvatiolapblaecien the laseNrVsIiDgIhAt.3DTV Play application. To...
... displaying the shortcut you ; ces all objects behind the scene inNOyoTuEr: sFpoarcme;oarlesoinufosermd atotiopnlaocne tuhseing laser sigthhet. Press the desired key combination. 5. Using Your XPS Laptop Increases convergence Decreases convergence Customizing Shortcut Keys Mo3vDes Pobhjeocttos stowards you want to change. 4. maximum conYoveurgceancveiepwlasctesreaollsocobjpeicts3Dinpfrhoonttoos futshineg scetnhe iNnVyIoDuIAr sPphaocteo; Valiseowuesreadvatiolapblaecien the laseNrVsIiDgIhAt.3DTV Play application. To...
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.../manuals). • Reseat the memory module(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 93). Solving Problems If the power light is not 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 93). The computer is in standby or the display may not be responding. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or...
.../manuals). • Reseat the memory module(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 93). Solving Problems If the power light is not 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 93). The computer is in standby or the display may not be responding. • Press a key on the keyboard, move the connected mouse or a finger on the touch pad, or...
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... operating system shutdown. If a program stops responding - If a program crashes repeatedly - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on the CD. Select the program that it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard, or by moving your computer. Click Applications. 3. If the...
... operating system shutdown. If a program stops responding - If a program crashes repeatedly - Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on the CD. Select the program that it runs in its documentation or on your keyboard, or by moving your computer. Click Applications. 3. If the...
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... Support Tools c. d. When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to run. 5. If you contact Dell. 6. Press any key to go to start Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer when you are experiencing memory issues, press , otherwise press . The... Service Tag helps you identify your screen. The following message appears: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to the Choose An Option window. 4. If PSA is not invoked: Press any key to the Choose An Option window. Write down the error code and problem description ...
... Support Tools c. d. When the tests complete, close the test screen to return to run. 5. If you contact Dell. 6. Press any key to go to start Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostic utility partition on your computer when you are experiencing memory issues, press , otherwise press . The... Service Tag helps you identify your screen. The following message appears: "Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to the Choose An Option window. 4. If PSA is not invoked: Press any key to the Choose An Option window. Write down the error code and problem description ...
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... restore your operating system. NOTE: If Dell Factory Image Restore is not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore ...did not resolve your computer and try again. 3. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on...
... restore your operating system. NOTE: If Dell Factory Image Restore is not available on your computer, use Dell DataSafe Local Backup (see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Insert the system recovery disc or USB key and restart the computer. 2. Use Dell Factory Image Restore only if System Restore ...did not resolve your computer and try again. 3. NOTE: Dell Factory Image Restore may not be available in certain countries or on...
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... to 38.2 mm (1.27 inches to 1.50 inches) 381 mm (15 inches) 265.4 mm (10.45 inches) configurable to 158°F) Keyboard (Backlit) Number of keys 86 (U.S.
... to 38.2 mm (1.27 inches to 1.50 inches) 381 mm (15 inches) 265.4 mm (10.45 inches) configurable to 158°F) Keyboard (Backlit) Number of keys 86 (U.S.
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Index F finding more information 94 flick 48 FTP login, anonymous 87 H hard drive activity light 33 hardware problems diagnosing 72 Hardware Troubleshooter 72 help getting assistance and support 85 I Internet connection 22 ISP Internet Service Provider 22 106 M memory problems solving 67 mini-DisplayPort connector 31 Multimedia Control Keys 40 N network connection fixing 65 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 56 O Optical Drive Using 44 P power problems, solving 66 power strips, using 8 problems, solving 63
Index F finding more information 94 flick 48 FTP login, anonymous 87 H hard drive activity light 33 hardware problems diagnosing 72 Hardware Troubleshooter 72 help getting assistance and support 85 I Internet connection 22 ISP Internet Service Provider 22 106 M memory problems solving 67 mini-DisplayPort connector 31 Multimedia Control Keys 40 N network connection fixing 65 NVIDIA Optimus Technology 56 O Optical Drive Using 44 P power problems, solving 66 power strips, using 8 problems, solving 63
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products information and purchasing 88 R resources, finding more 94 restoring factory image 82 S setup, before you begin 7 shipping products for return or repair 89 SIM card 14 software features 52 software problems 68 solving problems 63 specifications 96 support email addresses 87 support sites worldwide 87 System Recovery Media 81 system reinstall options 77 System Restore 78 System Setup entering 40 function key behavior 40 T Touch Pad Gestures 38 Touch screen Gestures 48 TV tuner 19 U USB PowerShare 27 W warranty returns 89 Windows Index 107
products information and purchasing 88 R resources, finding more 94 restoring factory image 82 S setup, before you begin 7 shipping products for return or repair 89 SIM card 14 software features 52 software problems 68 solving problems 63 specifications 96 support email addresses 87 support sites worldwide 87 System Recovery Media 81 system reinstall options 77 System Restore 78 System Setup entering 40 function key behavior 40 T Touch Pad Gestures 38 Touch screen Gestures 48 TV tuner 19 U USB PowerShare 27 W warranty returns 89 Windows Index 107
