Contents 1 Set up your computer.............................5 2 Create a USB recovery drive for Windows..................... 7 3 Chassis overview............................8 Display view..................................8 Left view....................................9 Right view................................... 9 Palmrest view..................................10 Bottom view..................................11 4 Keyboard shortcuts............................12 5 Technical specifications..........................13 System information................................13 Processor...................................13 Memory....................................13 Storage....................................14...
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Secure boot................................26 Intel Software Guard Extensions..........................27 Performance................................27 Power management..............................28 POST behavior................................29 Virtualization support..............................29 Wireless..................................30 Maintenance screen..............................30 System logs................................. 31 SupportAssist System Resolution..........................31 7 Software..............................32 Downloading drivers................................ 32 8 Getting help..............................33 Contacting Dell................................. 33 Contents...
NOTE: To conserve battery power, the battery might enter power saving mode. Finish Windows system setup. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. When setting up, Dell recommends that you: • Connect to a network for Windows updates. NOTE: If connecting to a secured wireless network, enter the password for the wireless network access when prompted.
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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. Create recovery drive for Windows.
A message appears, indicating that all data in the USB flash drive will be deleted. Click Create. Click Finish. For more information about reinstalling Windows using the USB recovery drive, see the Troubleshooting section of your product's Service Manual at www.dell.com/support/manuals. Create a USB recovery drive for Windows...
Left view Power adapter port Battery status light HDMI port Network port USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (2) Headset port Right view SD card reader USB 2.0 port Security-cable slot Chassis overview...
Keyboard shortcuts NOTE: Keyboard characters may differ depending on the keyboard language configuration. Keys used for shortcuts remain the same across all language configurations. Table 2. List of keyboard shortcuts Keys Description Toggle Fn-key lock Fn + Esc Mute audio Fn + F1 Decrease volume Fn + F2...
Technical specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. The following specifications are only those required by law to ship with your computer. For more information about the configuration of your computer, go to Help and Support in your Windows operating system and select the option to view information about your computer.
SD 3.0 memory card reader • One USB 2.0 port • Two USB 3.1 Gen 1 port Security wedge lock slot Docking port Dell USB 3.0 Dock (UNO) Audio • Universal audio jack • Noise reduction single microphone Video •...
Power adapter Table 19. Power adapter specifications Feature Specifications Type • 45 W (UMA) • 65 W (Discrete) Input Voltage 100 VAC - 240 VAC Input current (maximum) • 1.3 A for 45 W • 1.7 A for 65 W Input frequency 50 Hz to 60 Hz Output current...
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.
Keys Navigation Moves to the next focus area. NOTE: For the standard graphics browser only. Moves to the previous page until you view the main screen. Pressing Esc in the main screen displays a message that prompts you to save any unsaved changes and restarts the system. System and setup password Table 24.
To enter the System Setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or reboot. In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press Enter. The System Security screen is displayed. In the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is Unlocked. Select System Password, alter or delete the existing system password and press Enter or Tab.
System configurations Table 26. System Configuration Option Description Integrated NIC Allows you to configure the on-board LAN controller. • Disabled = The internal LAN is off and not visible to the operating system. • Enabled = The internal LAN is enabled. •...
Security Table 27. Security Option Description Admin Password Allows you to set, change, or delete the admin password. System Password Allows you to set, change, or delete the system password. Internal HDD-0 Password Allows you to set, change or delete the internal HDD password. Strong Password This option lets you enable or disable strong passwords for the system.
Option Description • Activate - This option is selected by default. OROM Keyboard Access This option determines whether users are able to enter Option ROM configuration screen via hotkeys during boot. • Enabled (default) • Disabled • One Time Enable Admin Setup Lockout Allows you to prevent users from entering Setup when Admin password is set.
Intel Software Guard Extensions Table 29. Intel Software Guard Extensions Option Description This field specifies you to provide a secured environment for Intel SGX Enable running code/storing sensitive information in the context of the main OS. Click one of the following options: •...
Power management Option Description AC Behavior Allows you to enable or disable the computer from turning on automatically when an AC adapter is connected. Default setting: Wake on AC is not selected. Enable Intel Speed • Enable Intel Speed Shift Technology Shift Technology Default setting: Enabled Auto On Time...
Option Description If Custom Charge is selected, you can also configure Custom Charge Start and Custom Charge Stop. NOTE: All charging mode may not be available for all the batteries. To enable this option, disable the Advanced Battery Charge Configuration option. POST behavior Option Description...
Option Description Enable Intel Virtualization Technology—enabled by default. VT for Direct I/O Enables or disables the Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) from utilizing the additional hardware capabilities provided by Intel® Virtualization technology for direct I/O. Enable VT for Direct I/O - enabled by default. Wireless Option Description...
Option Description • Always perform integrity check—disabled by default System logs Option Description BIOS Events Allows you to view and clear the System Setup (BIOS) POST events. Thermal Events Allows you to view and clear the System Setup (Thermal) events. Power Events Allows you to view and clear the System Setup (Power) events.
This chapter details the supported operating systems along with instructions on how to install the drivers. Downloading drivers Turn on the notebook. Go to Dell.com/support. 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: Go to Dell.com/support.