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....; Intel® and Intel SpeedStep® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and XPS™ are trademarks of your computer. Microsoft® and Windows® are not followed. Bluetooth® is a registered trademark owned by the Blu-ray Disc Association (BDA) and licensed for property damage...
....; Intel® and Intel SpeedStep® are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and XPS™ are trademarks of your computer. Microsoft® and Windows® are not followed. Bluetooth® is a registered trademark owned by the Blu-ray Disc Association (BDA) and licensed for property damage...
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... below the Help Screen and lists keys and their functions within the active system setup field. Displays the Asset Tag of the system setup window. This field appears on the screen is not present. Scroll up and down the list with the up - System Setup Options NOTE: ...Depending on the right side of your computer. Displays the system name. Displays the Service Tag of the system setup window and contains information about that option and available settings. Press to make changes to the Setup Item. Key Functions - Help Screen - This field ...
... below the Help Screen and lists keys and their functions within the active system setup field. Displays the Asset Tag of the system setup window. This field appears on the screen is not present. Scroll up and down the list with the up - System Setup Options NOTE: ...Depending on the right side of your computer. Displays the system name. Displays the Service Tag of the system setup window and contains information about that option and available settings. Press to make changes to the Setup Item. Key Functions - Help Screen - This field ...
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... the integrated hard drive controller to enable or disable the onboard audio controller. SATA Mode Allows you to ATA or AHCI. System Setup | 107 NOTE: Windows 8 enables this feature even if this feature is set to hinder software that exploits buffer overflows. Advanced→ USB Configuration Rear USB Ports Allows you...
... the integrated hard drive controller to enable or disable the onboard audio controller. SATA Mode Allows you to ATA or AHCI. System Setup | 107 NOTE: Windows 8 enables this feature even if this feature is set to hinder software that exploits buffer overflows. Advanced→ USB Configuration Rear USB Ports Allows you...
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More Information | 117 More Information To learn about Windows 8: 1 Turn on page 113. 2 Click Manuals & Documentation tab. 3 View or Download the following documents to learn about your computer features: • Quick Start Guide: provides ... your computer features. To learn about your computer features: 1 Follow the instructions from step 1 to step 4 in "Flashing the BIOS" on the computer. 2 Go to dell.com/support. 3 Type Windows 8 in the search box and click Search. 4 Click the links to learn about your computer specifications. • Me and My...
More Information | 117 More Information To learn about Windows 8: 1 Turn on page 113. 2 Click Manuals & Documentation tab. 3 View or Download the following documents to learn about your computer features: • Quick Start Guide: provides ... your computer features. To learn about your computer features: 1 Follow the instructions from step 1 to step 4 in "Flashing the BIOS" on the computer. 2 Go to dell.com/support. 3 Type Windows 8 in the search box and click Search. 4 Click the links to learn about your computer specifications. • Me and My...
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... registered trademarks of data if instructions are not followed. A01 Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows start button logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and Inspiron™ are either trademarks or registered trademarks of your...
... registered trademarks of data if instructions are not followed. A01 Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows start button logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of Microsoft Corporation in this text: Dell™, the DELL logo, and Inspiron™ are either trademarks or registered trademarks of your...
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Contents Windows 8 Features Signing in Microsoft account Local account Locking and unlocking your computer Accessing the desktop Turning off your computer Charms Start screen and tiles Apps Closing an app Snapping apps More Information About Your Computer Power Adapter Battery Coin-Cell Battery Touchpad Display Touchscreen 3D Wireless Display 13 13 13 13 13 14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 16 16 17 17 18 18 18 18 19 Contents 3
Contents Windows 8 Features Signing in Microsoft account Local account Locking and unlocking your computer Accessing the desktop Turning off your computer Charms Start screen and tiles Apps Closing an app Snapping apps More Information About Your Computer Power Adapter Battery Coin-Cell Battery Touchpad Display Touchscreen 3D Wireless Display 13 13 13 13 13 14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 16 16 17 17 18 18 18 18 19 Contents 3
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... Battery 44 Using your computer 57 Using the Webcam 58 Capturing a Still Image 58 Recording a Video 58 Selecting the Camera and Microphone 58 6 Contents Windows 8/Windows RT 47 Customizing Your Keyboard 48 Changing Keyboard Input Language 49 Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop 50 Using Your Touchpad 50 Touchpad Gestures 51 Scroll...
... Battery 44 Using your computer 57 Using the Webcam 58 Capturing a Still Image 58 Recording a Video 58 Selecting the Camera and Microphone 58 6 Contents Windows 8/Windows RT 47 Customizing Your Keyboard 48 Changing Keyboard Input Language 49 Using Numeric Keypad on a Laptop 50 Using Your Touchpad 50 Touchpad Gestures 51 Scroll...
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...or folders from a File & Folder Backup 79 Creating a Full System Backup 79 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 79 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 80 Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic 80 Launching Dell DataSafe Local Backup 80 Creating system reinstall disks 80 Restoring your computer to a previous... from a File & Folder Backup 81 Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Accessing Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 83 System Restore 84 Windows 8 84 Using System Restore 84 Undoing the Last System Restore 84 Windows 7 85 Using System Restore 85 Undoing ...
...or folders from a File & Folder Backup 79 Creating a Full System Backup 79 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 79 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 80 Dell DataSafe Local Backup Basic 80 Launching Dell DataSafe Local Backup 80 Creating system reinstall disks 80 Restoring your computer to a previous... from a File & Folder Backup 81 Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Accessing Dell Factory Image Restore 82 Starting Dell Factory Image Restore 83 System Restore 84 Windows 8 84 Using System Restore 84 Undoing the Last System Restore 84 Windows 7 85 Using System Restore 85 Undoing ...
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... 97 Configuring Power Settings 98 Configuring the Power Button Behavior 98 Improving Battery Life 99 Dell Longevity Mode 100 Dell Desktop Mode 100 Migration Tips 101 Migrating from one Windows Operating System to a newer Operating System 101 Ergonomic Instructions 101 Dell and the Environment 103 Regulatory Compliance Policy 104 Contact Details for Regulatory Compliance Web...
... 97 Configuring Power Settings 98 Configuring the Power Button Behavior 98 Improving Battery Life 99 Dell Longevity Mode 100 Dell Desktop Mode 100 Migration Tips 101 Migrating from one Windows Operating System to a newer Operating System 101 Ergonomic Instructions 101 Dell and the Environment 103 Regulatory Compliance Policy 104 Contact Details for Regulatory Compliance Web...
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... computer. It also associates the email, SkyDrive, and other linked accounts with your user profile on , with your Microsoft account and other Windows 8 devices that you can sign in to see the available options. Locking and unlocking your computer Locking your account picture in the upper-... log on the screen. NOTE: To use a different sign-in method, tap or click Sign-in options to Windows 8 using an existing Microsoft account, type the email ID and password. Windows 8 Features Signing in You can restore them if needed. To sign in 13 Signing in using either ...
... computer. It also associates the email, SkyDrive, and other linked accounts with your user profile on , with your Microsoft account and other Windows 8 devices that you can sign in to see the available options. Locking and unlocking your computer Locking your account picture in the upper-... log on the screen. NOTE: To use a different sign-in method, tap or click Sign-in options to Windows 8 using an existing Microsoft account, type the email ID and password. Windows 8 Features Signing in You can restore them if needed. To sign in 13 Signing in using either ...
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Access the charms sidebar and tap or click Settings. 2. The charms sidebar displays a list of Windows - The most common tasks such as a TV. Accessing the desktop To access the desktop interface - To open the charms sidebar, swipe-in the previous versions ...
Access the charms sidebar and tap or click Settings. 2. The charms sidebar displays a list of Windows - The most common tasks such as a TV. Accessing the desktop To access the desktop interface - To open the charms sidebar, swipe-in the previous versions ...
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... other app to the left-side of the screen to utilize the metro interface of the following resources. • Getting Started tile • dell.com/support • microsoft.com Start screen and tiles 15 More Information You can view two apps simultaneously by typing the keyword and...and are automatically updated and lets you are programs created specifically to dock the app. Drag and release one of the apps to the right-side of the tiles are generally integrated with the Windows 8 user interface. You may resize the apps by adding, resizing, or removing tiles. You can...
... other app to the left-side of the screen to utilize the metro interface of the following resources. • Getting Started tile • dell.com/support • microsoft.com Start screen and tiles 15 More Information You can view two apps simultaneously by typing the keyword and...and are automatically updated and lets you are programs created specifically to dock the app. Drag and release one of the apps to the right-side of the tiles are generally integrated with the Windows 8 user interface. You may resize the apps by adding, resizing, or removing tiles. You can...
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... share your TV supports this feature, see the documentation of the TV. Laptops have an external keyboard connected using shortcut keys. Dell desktops have built-in documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys Keyboard 19 To check if your computer display with a compatible ... HD Graphics Intel Centrino 6100/6200/6300 or Intel Centrino Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250 Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 8 Latest wireless-card drivers and Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager available at dell.com/support. The common keys available on all computers. NOTE: Wireless display may ...
... share your TV supports this feature, see the documentation of the TV. Laptops have an external keyboard connected using shortcut keys. Dell desktops have built-in documents or windows: , , , , , , and arrow keys Keyboard 19 To check if your computer display with a compatible ... HD Graphics Intel Centrino 6100/6200/6300 or Intel Centrino Advanced-N + WiMAX 6250 Windows 7 Home Premium or Windows 8 Latest wireless-card drivers and Intel Wireless Display Connection Manager available at dell.com/support. The common keys available on all computers. NOTE: Wireless display may ...
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..., connect large business or ISP networks up to the powerful core routers that support NFC, it is mainly available on . On Dell laptops and tablets that forward data at high speed along the optical fiber lines of the Internet backbone. This technology is enabled by...Wireless Local‑Area Network (WLAN) Adapter WLAN adapters use NFC-enabled devices to read NFC-tags, make payments, share files between devices using Windows operating system. 36 Network Near-Field Communication Near-Field Communication (NFC) allows you to connect other . NOTE: For connecting your computer...
..., connect large business or ISP networks up to the powerful core routers that support NFC, it is mainly available on . On Dell laptops and tablets that forward data at high speed along the optical fiber lines of the Internet backbone. This technology is enabled by...Wireless Local‑Area Network (WLAN) Adapter WLAN adapters use NFC-enabled devices to read NFC-tags, make payments, share files between devices using Windows operating system. 36 Network Near-Field Communication Near-Field Communication (NFC) allows you to connect other . NOTE: For connecting your computer...
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...your computer or tablet. 2. Open your computer. 2. Connecting to share your cable or DSL internet connection with your computer or at dell.com/support. Select Settings in wireless routers. NOTE: You may have configured the network key while setting up the router or the ...have a default network key. Connecting to your computer. Check for activity lights on your computer to . 5. NOTE: Before connecting your device. Windows 8/Windows RT 1. Click on /off file sharing (optional). Turn on the network you want to connect to the internet using cable, DSL, dial‑...
...your computer or tablet. 2. Open your computer. 2. Connecting to share your cable or DSL internet connection with your computer or at dell.com/support. Select Settings in wireless routers. NOTE: You may have configured the network key while setting up the router or the ...have a default network key. Connecting to your computer. Check for activity lights on your computer to . 5. NOTE: Before connecting your device. Windows 8/Windows RT 1. Click on /off file sharing (optional). Turn on the network you want to connect to the internet using cable, DSL, dial‑...
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... you want to connect to allow your cell phone. For help on setting up the router or the router may already be activated. Windows 8/Windows RT 1. Select Settings in the search box and press . 2. For details, contact the router manufacturer. 5. NOTE: You may have...purchased a tablet with a network service contract, the internet may have configured the network key while setting up internet on your computer or tablet. 2. Windows 7 1. In the notification area, select . 3. Click on your computer connects directly to the service provider's network, like your laptop or tablet...
... you want to connect to allow your cell phone. For help on setting up the router or the router may already be activated. Windows 8/Windows RT 1. Select Settings in the search box and press . 2. For details, contact the router manufacturer. 5. NOTE: You may have...purchased a tablet with a network service contract, the internet may have configured the network key while setting up internet on your computer or tablet. 2. Windows 7 1. In the notification area, select . 3. Click on your computer connects directly to the service provider's network, like your laptop or tablet...
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... audio. Alternatively, click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Sound. 2. The Speaker Setup window appears. 3. Click Next. 5. Follow the instructions on your computer to the 3.5-mm headphone port or the audio port. Dell desktops may support 5.1/7.1 audio. Select Speakers and click Configure. You should hear a tone from every speaker...
... audio. Alternatively, click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ Sound. 2. The Speaker Setup window appears. 3. Click Next. 5. Follow the instructions on your computer to the 3.5-mm headphone port or the audio port. Dell desktops may support 5.1/7.1 audio. Select Speakers and click Configure. You should hear a tone from every speaker...
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.... Click Start → Devices and Printers. 2. Setting Up Your Printer You can connect a printer to your computer using the USB cable before performing these steps. Windows 8 1. If your printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears. 3. Some printers may be prompted to your printer. Select your printer. 42 Setting Up Your Computer... driver while adding your printer isn't in the documentation of the device list. If you are installing a wireless printer, follow the instruction on the screen. Windows 7 1. Follow the instructions in the search box. 3.
.... Click Start → Devices and Printers. 2. Setting Up Your Printer You can connect a printer to your computer using the USB cable before performing these steps. Windows 8 1. If your printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears. 3. Some printers may be prompted to your printer. Select your printer. 42 Setting Up Your Computer... driver while adding your printer isn't in the documentation of the device list. If you are installing a wireless printer, follow the instruction on the screen. Windows 7 1. Follow the instructions in the search box. 3.
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...). 44 Charging the Battery Keyboard Shortcuts Some keys on an integrated display. Allow the battery to cool down -arrow key Open the Task Manager window. Decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on your computer, see Improving Battery Life. Using Your Computer Charging the Battery Connect the power adapter...
...). 44 Charging the Battery Keyboard Shortcuts Some keys on an integrated display. Allow the battery to cool down -arrow key Open the Task Manager window. Decrease brightness on the integrated display only (not on your computer, see Improving Battery Life. Using Your Computer Charging the Battery Connect the power adapter...
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... 45 Activate the menu bar in a document or window. Select all items in the active program. Refresh the active window. Search for a file or folder. Cycle through screen elements in the Power Options Properties window. Delete a selected item and move it to activate a different...Display the address bar drop-down in programs that allow you to the Recycle Bin. Paste a selected item. Close the active window (in Windows Explorer. You can reprogram this method cannot be recovered from the Recycle Bin. Copy a selected item. Activate a power management mode. ...
... 45 Activate the menu bar in a document or window. Select all items in the active program. Refresh the active window. Search for a file or folder. Cycle through screen elements in the Power Options Properties window. Delete a selected item and move it to activate a different...Display the address bar drop-down in programs that allow you to the Recycle Bin. Paste a selected item. Close the active window (in Windows Explorer. You can reprogram this method cannot be recovered from the Recycle Bin. Copy a selected item. Activate a power management mode. ...