Dell 3458 Owner's Manual

Dell Vostro 14–3458Owner's ManualRegulatory Model: P65GRegulatory Type: P65G001

Installing the Access Panel1. Insert the access panel into the chassis.2. Tighten the screw to secure the access panel to the chassis.3. Install batte

4. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Remove the tape and lift the hard drive to remove it from the computer [1,2].5. Perform

Removing the Memory Module1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer.2. Remove:a. batteryb. access panel3. Pry the securing clips

Installing the WLAN Card1. Insert the WLAN card into its slot and tighten the screw to secure it to the computer.2. Connect the two connectors (black

3. Release the keyboard by prying on the keyboard release tabs using a scribe.4. Slide and lift the keyboard to access the keyboard connector cable un

Installing the Keyboard1. Connect the keyboard cable to the connector on the system board.2. Slide the keyboard into the retention slots.3. Press alon

4. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Turn the computer over and remove the screws from the base of the computer [1].b. Relea

g. battery6. Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your computer.Removing the Input/Output (I/O) Board1. Follow the procedures in Before Worki

Installing the Input/Output (I/O) Board1. Connect the I/O board cable to the system board.2. Install the I/O board into the chassis.3. Install:a. base

4. Lift the heatsink assembly from the system board.Installing the Heatsink Assembly1. Install the heatsink assembly and tighten the screws to secure

Notes, cautions, and warningsNOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates

Removing the Speakers1. Follow the procedures in Before Working Inside Your Computer.2. Remove:a. batteryb. optical disk-drivec. access paneld. hard d

Installing the Speakers1. Insert the speakers into the system board and press along the retention clips to lock in place.2. Connect the speaker cable

4. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Flip the computer and lift the locking tab to disconnect the LVDS cable [1,2].b. Discon

Installing the System Board1. Install the system board into the chassis.2. Tighten the screw to secure the system board to the computer.3. Connect the

Installing the Power Connector1. Insert the power connector into its slot on the system board and guide the cable into the retention tabs.2. Connect t

4. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Lift the palmrest assembly [1].b. Slide the palmrest assembly in the direction indicate

a. Place the display assembly on a stable surface and pry along the edges of the display panel [1].b. Lift the display bezel from the computer [2].Ins

3. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Remove the tape that secures the camera cable [1].b. Disconnect the camera cable from t

i. display bezel3. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Remove the screws that secure the display hinges to the display assembl

g. system boardh. display assemblyi. display bezelj. display hinges3. Perform the following steps as shown in the illustration:a. Remove the screws th

Contents1 Working on Your Computer...5Before Working Inside Your Computer

Installing the Display Panel1. Connect the eDP cable to the display panel.2. Affix the tape to secure the eDP cable.3. Place the display panel on the

3System SetupSystem Setup enables you to manage your computer hardware and specify BIOS‐level options. From the System Setup, you can:• Change the NVR

Table 1. Navigation KeysKeys NavigationUp arrow Moves to the previous field.Down arrow Moves to the next field.<Enter> Allows you to select a va

Option DescriptionBoot List Option Allows you to change the boot list option.• Legacy• UEFIAdvanced Boot OptionsThis option allows you the legacy opti

Option DescriptionNOTE: USB keyboard and mouse always work in the BIOS setup irrespective of these settings.Audio This field enables or disables the i

Option DescriptionInternal HDD-0 Password Allows you to set, change or delete the password on the system's internal hard-disk drive.NOTE: Success

Option DescriptionDefault Setting: The option is disabled.Expert Key Management Allows you to manipulate the security key databases only if the system

Option DescriptionIntel TurboBoost Allows you to enable or disable the Intel TurboBoost mode of the processor.• Enable Intel TurboBoostDefault Setting

Option DescriptionPrimary Battery Charge ConfigurationAllows you to select the charging mode for the battery. The options are:• Adaptive• Standard - F

Table 11. WirelessOption DescriptionWireless Switch Allows to set the wireless devices that can be controlled by the wireless switch. The options are:

Installing the Display Bezel... 26Removi

8. On the Drivers and Downloads screen, under the Operating System drop-down list, select BIOS.9. Identify the latest BIOS file and click Download Fil

4. Type the system password that you entered earlier and click OK.5. Select Setup Password, type your system password and press <Enter> or <T

4Diagnostics Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) DiagnosticsThe ePSA diagnostics (also known as system diagnostics) performs a complete check o

5Specifications SpecificationsNOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start (St

Table 17. AudioFeature DescriptionType 2 channel high-definition audioController Realtek ALC3234 with Waves Maxx AudioStereo conversion 24-bit (analog

Feature Description• two USB 2.0 portsNOTE: The powered USB 3.0 connector also supports Microsoft Kernel Debugging. The ports are identified in the do

Table 25. BatteryFeature DescriptionType• 4-cell “smart” lithium ion (47 WHr)Dimensions:Height 20.00 mm (0.78 inch)Width 270.00 mm (10.63 inches)Depth

Table 27. PhysicalFeature DescriptionHeightTouch 23.6 mm (0.93 inch)Non-Touch 23.35 mm (0.91 inch)Width 345.00 mm (13.58 inches)Depth 243.00 mm (9.57

6Contacting Dell Contacting DellNOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, pac

1Working on Your Computer Before Working Inside Your ComputerUse the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage a

3. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it.CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your compu

b. Click the and select Shut down.• In Windows 7:1. Click Start .2. Click Shut Down.or1. Click Start .2. Click the arrow in the lower-right corner o

2Removing and Installing ComponentsThis section provides detailed information on how to remove or install the components from your computer.Removing t

Installing the Battery1. Insert the battery into the battery slot and press to lock in place.2. Follow the procedures in After Working Inside Your com