Contents 1 Set up your computer........................5 2 Chassis............................7 Front view....................................7 Left view....................................8 Right view....................................8 Palmrest view..................................9 Bottom view..................................10 3 Keyboard shortcuts........................11 4 Technical specifications......................12 System information................................12 Processor....................................12 Memory....................................12 Storage....................................13 Media card-reader................................13 Audio......................................
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Updating your system BIOS using a USB flash drive....................33 System and setup password.............................. 33 Assigning a system setup password..........................34 Deleting or changing an existing system setup password..................34 6 Software........................... 35 Downloading drivers................................35 7 Getting help..........................36 Contacting Dell..................................36 Contents...
To conserve battery power, the battery might enter power saving mode. 2. Finish the Windows system setup. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. When setting up, Dell recommends that you: • Connect to a network for Windows updates.
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Table 1. Locate Dell apps(continued) Dell apps Details NOTE: Renew or upgrade your warranty by clicking the warranty expiry date in SupportAssist. Dell Update Updates your computer with critical fixes and important device drivers as they become available. Dell Digital Delivery Download software applications including software that is purchased but not pre-installed on your computer.
Chassis This chapter illustrates the multiple chassis views along with the ports and connectors and also explains the FN hot key combinations. Topics: • Front view • Left view • Right view • Palmrest view • Bottom view Front view 1.
Left view 1. Power adapter port 2. USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 2 port (Thunderbolt) 3. HDMI 1.4a port 4. USB Type-A 3.1 Gen 1 port 5. Smart card slot Right view 1. Universal audio port (Headset Jack + microphone-in + line-in support) 2.
Keyboard shortcuts NOTE: Keyboard characters may differ depending on the keyboard language configuration. Keys that are used for shortcuts remain the same across all language configurations. Table 2. List of keyboard shortcuts Keys Primary behavior Secondary behavior (Fn + Key) Escape Toggle Fn-key lock Mute audio...
Technical specifications System information Table 3. System information Feature Specifications Intel Chipset Chipset 64-bit DRAM bus width 24 MB / 32 MB FLASH EPROM 100 Mhz PCIe bus Processor NOTE: Processor numbers are not a measure of performance. Processor availability is subject to change and may vary by region/country.
Two USB Type-A 3.1 Gen 1 ports (one PowerShare capable) Security • Noble Wedge lock slot • Smart card reader (optional) Docking port Dell USB 3.0 Dock (UNO) Universal audio jack (Headset Jack + microphone-in + line-in Audio support) HDMI 1.4a Video Technical specifications...
Table 19. Power adapter specifications(continued) Feature Specifications Output current • 3.34 A for 65 W • 4.62 A for 90 W 19.5 VDC Rated output voltage 0°C to 40° C (32°F to 104°F) Temperature range (Operating) 40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) Temperature range (Non-Operating) Dimensions and weight Table 20.
Boot menu Press <F12> when the Dell logo appears to initiate a one-time boot menu with a list of the valid boot devices for the system. Diagnostics and BIOS Setup options are also included in this menu. The devices listed on the boot menu depend on the bootable devices in the system.
Boot Sequence allows you to bypass the System Setup–defined boot device order and boot directly to a specific device (for example: optical drive or hard drive). During the Power-on Self Test (POST), when the Dell logo appears, you can: •...
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Table 22. General(continued) Option Description "Memory Installed". Note that certain operating systems may not be able to use all the available memory. • Processor Information ○ Processor Type ○ Core Count ○ Processor ID ○ Current Clock Speed ○ Minimum Clock Speed ○...
USB keyboard and mouse always work in the BIOS setup irrespective of these settings. Dell Type-C Dock Configuration Allows you to connect to Dell WD and TB family of docks(Type-C Docks) independent of USB and thunderbolt adapter configuration. This option is enabled by default.
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Table 23. System Configuration(continued) Option Description • Display Port and USB Only Thunderbolt™ Auto Switch This option configures the method used by the Thunderbolt controller to perform PCIe device enumeration. • Auto Switch : The BIOS will automatically switch between BIOS Assist and Native Thunderbolt PC device enumeration modes to get all benefits of the installed OS •...
Table 23. System Configuration(continued) Option Description Options are: • 5 seconds • 10 seconds(Default) • 15 seconds • 30 seconds • 1 minute • 5 minute • 15 minute • Never NOTE: Option present on system opted with backlit keyboard. Unobtrusive Mode When enabled, pressing Fn+F7 will turn off all light and sound emission in the system.
Table 24. Video(continued) Option Description • Always On: When always on the privacy screen is always on and cannot be turned off by the user. NOTE: This option is present if the display supports e- Privacy panel. Security Table 25. Security Option Description Admin Password...
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Table 25. Security(continued) Option Description • Enable UEFI Capsule Firmware Updates This option is set by default. HDD Security This options controls the mechanism used by BIOS to block external Self Encrypting Drives (SED) management software to take ownership of the SED. The options are: •...
Secure boot Table 26. Secure Boot Option Description Secure Boot Enable Allows you to enable or disable the Secure Boot Feature. • Secure Boot Enable—Default Secure Boot Mode Changes to the Secure Boot operation mode modifies the behaviour of Secure Boot to allow evaluation of UEFI driver signatures.
Weekdays • Select Days This option is not set by default. USB Wake Support Allows you to enable USB devices to wake the system from standby. • Wake on Dell USB-C Dock This option is set by default. System setup...
The options are: • Adaptive—Default • Standard - Fully charges your battery at a standard rate. • ExpressCharge™- The battery charges over a shorter period of time using Dell’s fast charging technology. • Primarily AC use • Custom If Custom Charge is selected, you can also configure Custom Charge Start and Custom Charge Stop.
Table 30. POST Behavior(continued) Option Description Fn Lock Options Allows you to let hot key combinations Fn + Esc toggle the primary behavior of F1–F12, between their standard and secondary functions. If you disable this option, you cannot toggle dynamically the primary behavior of these keys.
Table 31. Manageability(continued) Option Description MEBx Hotkey This option specifies whether the MEBx Hotkey function should be enabled when the system boots. Virtualization support Table 32. Virtualization Support Option Description Virtualization This option specifies whether a Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by the Intel Virtualization technology.
If BitLocker is enabled, it must be suspended prior to updating the system BIOS, and then re-enabled after the BIOS update is completed. 1. Restart the computer. 2. Go to Dell.com/support. • Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit.
3. Insert the USB Flash drive into the system that requires the BIOS update. 4. Restart the system and press F12 when the Dell Splash logo appears to display the One Time Boot Menu. 5. Using arrow keys, select USB Storage Device and click Return.
You can create a system password and a setup password to secure your computer. CAUTION: The password features provide a basic level of security for the data on your computer. CAUTION: Anyone can access the data stored on your computer if it is not locked and left unattended. NOTE: System and setup password feature is disabled.
Downloading drivers Downloading drivers 1. Turn on the notebook. 2. Go to Dell.com/support. 3. Click Product Support, enter the Service Tag of your notebook, and then click Submit. NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the auto detect feature or manually browse for your notebook model.
Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1.