SETUP GUIDE
8Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the AC adapter to the computer and then plug it into an electrical outlet or surge protecto
98Appendix Information for NOM, or Official Mexican Standard (Only for Mexico)The following information is provided in the device(s) described in thi
99Aairflow, allowing 7Audio control panel 41Bbackup and recovery 51battery status light 31B‑CAS card 14Ccalling Dell 85Camera 45CDs, playing an
100Index Eemail addressesfor technical support 81Ffinding more information 88flick 46FTP login, anonymous 81Hhard drive activity light 31hardware
101Index power strips, using 8problems, solving 57productsinformation and purchasing 82Rresources, finding more 88restoring factory image 77Ssetu
102Index Wwarranty returns 83WindowsProgram Compatibility Wizard 62Windows Mobility Center 38wired networknetwork cable, connecting 9wirelessdispl
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9Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional)To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable.
10Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Press the Power Button
11Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Microsoft WindowsYour Dell computer is preconfigured with the Microsoft® Windows® operating system. To set up Wind
12Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended)NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you
13Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media:Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see “Connect the AC Adapter” on page 1. 8).In
14Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Install the SIM Card (Optional)NOTE: Installing a SIM card is not required if you are using an EVDO card to access the In
15Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 1 battery bay2 SIM card slot3 SIM card123
16Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional)
17Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To enable or disable wireless:Ensure that your computer is turned on.1. Press the wireless key 2. on the function key r
18Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Wireless Display (Optional)NOTE: Wireless display may not be supported on all computers.Wireless display can only
19Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Select 7. Scan for available displays.Select your wireless display adapter from 8. the Detected wireless displays list.E
20Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect to the Internet (Optional)To connect to the Internet, you need an external modem or network connection and an Int
21Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionISPs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in yo
22Using Your XPS LaptopThis section provides information about the features available on your Dell™ XPS™ laptop.Right View Features1 2 5 6 73 4
23Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Optical drive — Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu‑ray Discs (optional). For more information, see “Using the Optical Drive
24Using Your XPS Laptop 8
25Using Your XPS Laptop 8 eSATA/USB combo connector with USB PowerShare — Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives o
26Using Your XPS Laptop Left View Features11 USB 3.0 connector — Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 p
27Using Your XPS Laptop Front View Features11 9-in-1 Media Card Reader — Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, v
SETUP GUIDERegulatory model: P11F Regulatory type: P11F001
28Using Your XPS Laptop Back View Features1 2 3 4 65 7
29Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Mini-DisplayPort connector — Digital interface standard connector that connects to external DisplayPort monitors and project
30Using Your XPS Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features32145
31Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Battery status light — Indicates the battery charge status. For more information on the battery status light, see “Status Li
32Using Your XPS Laptop 9 8 76
33Using Your XPS Laptop 6 Keyboard/Backlit Keyboard (optional) — The backlit keyboard provides visibility in dark environments by illuminating all sym
34Using Your XPS Laptop Status Lights and IndicatorsBattery Status Light Indicator light status Computer state(s) Battery charge statusAC adapter sol
35Using Your XPS Laptop Disabling Battery ChargingYou may be required to disable the battery charging feature while on an airplane flight. To quickly
36Using Your XPS Laptop Touch Pad GesturesScrollAllows you to scroll through content. The scroll feature includes:Scroll Vertical — Allows you to scro
37Using Your XPS Laptop ZoomAllows you to increase or decrease the magnification of the screen content. The zoom feature includes:Pinch — Allows you t
Notes, Cautions, and WarningsNOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates
38Using Your XPS Laptop Multimedia Control KeysThe multimedia control keys are located on the function key row on the keyboard. To use the multimedia
39Using Your XPS Laptop Mute the sound Play the previous track or chapterDecrease the volume level Play or pauseIncrease the volume level Play the nex
40Using Your XPS Laptop Control Strip Features1 2 3 4 5 6 7
41Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Power button and light — Turns the computer on or off when pressed. The light on the button indicates the power states. For
42Using Your XPS Laptop Using the Optical DriveCAUTION: Do not press down on the optical drive tray when you open or close it. Keep the optical drive
43Using Your XPS Laptop 1 disc2 spindle3 optical drive tray4 emergency eject hole5 eject button13524
44Using Your XPS Laptop Display Features1 2 3 4
45Using Your XPS Laptop 1 Microphone — Provides high quality sound for video conferencing and voice recording.2 Camera indicator light — Indicates if
46Using Your XPS Laptop Touch Screen Gestures (Optional)NOTE: Some of these gestures are application‑specific and may not work across applications.Zoo
47Using Your XPS Laptop ScrollAllows you to scroll through content. The scroll features include:Pan — Allows you to move the focus on the selected obj
3 Setting Up Your XPS Laptop . . . . . . . .7Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . 7Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Conne
48Using Your XPS Laptop Removing and Replacing the BatteryWARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructi
49Using Your XPS Laptop 1 battery release latch2 battery3 tabs (3)123
50Using Your XPS Laptop Software FeaturesFastAccess Facial RecognitionYour computer may have the FastAccess facial recognition feature. This feature h
51Using Your XPS Laptop Entertainment and MultimediaYou can use your computer to watch videos, play games, create your own CDs/DVDs, listen to music a
52Using Your XPS Laptop Dell Stage (Optional)The Dell Stage software provides access to your favorite media and multi‑touch applications.To launch Del
53Using Your XPS Laptop PHOTO• — View, organize, or edit your pictures. You can create slideshows and collections of your pictures and upload them t
54Using Your XPS Laptop NVIDIA Optimus TechnologyYour XPS laptop is equipped with NVIDIA’s Optimus technology. The Optimus technology is designed to m
55Using Your XPS Laptop Changing the Application Profile SettingsRight‑click the desktop and select 1. NVIDIA Control Panel.In the 2. NVIDIA Control
56Using Your XPS Laptop Dell Dock (Optional)The Dell Dock is a group of icons that provides easy access to frequently‑used applications, files, and fo
57This section provides troubleshooting information for your computer. If you cannot solve your problem using the following guidelines, see “Using Sup
4 Contents Removing and Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48Software Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
58Solving Problems Touch Screen ProblemsSome or all multi-touch features are not working — Certain touch and multi‑touch features •may be disabled. T
59Solving Problems Network ProblemsWireless ConnectionsIf the wireless network connection is lost — The wireless router is offline or wireless has bee
60Solving Problems Power ProblemsIf the power light is off — The computer is either turned off, in hibernate mode, or is not receiving power.Press the
61Solving Problems If the power light is breathing white — The computer is in standby or the display may not be responding. Press a key on the keyboar
62Solving Problems Lockups and Software Problems If the computer does not start up — Ensure that the AC adapter cable is firmly connected to the compu
63Solving Problems To run the Program Compatability Wizard:Click 1. Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Run programs made for previous versions of Win
64Dell Support CenterThe Dell Support Center helps you find the service, support, and system‑specific information you need. To launch the application,
65Using Support Tools My Dell DownloadsNOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions.Some of the software pre‑installed on your new Dell
66Using Support Tools CMOS checksum error — Possible system board failure or RTC battery low. Replace the battery (see the Service Manual at support.d
67Using Support Tools Hardware TroubleshooterIf a device is either not detected during the operating system setup or is detected but incorrectly confi
5 ContentsGetting Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79Technical Support and Customer Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
68Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveDell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard
69Using Support Tools If you are experiencing memory issues, c. press <y>, otherwise press <n>. The following message appears: “Booting De
70Using Support Tools Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities DiscNOTE: The Drivers and Utilities disc may not ship with your compute
71Using Support Tools NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is displayed at the top of each test screen. The Service Tag helps you identify your com
72You can restore the operating system on your computer using any of the following options:CAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore or the Operating
73Restoring Your Operating System System RestoreThe Microsoft® Windows® operating systems provide a System Restore option which allows you to return
74Restoring Your Operating System Dell DataSafe Local BackupCAUTION: Using Dell DataSafe Local Backup to restore your operating system permanently re
75Restoring Your Operating System Turn on your computer.3. When the DELL4. ™ logo appears, press <F8> several times to access the Advanced Boot
76Restoring Your Operating System System Recovery MediaCAUTION: Although the system recovery media is designed to preserve the data files on your com
77Restoring Your Operating System Dell Factory Image RestoreCAUTION: Using Dell Factory Image Restore to restore your operating system permanently de
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78Restoring Your Operating System Select 3. Repair Your Computer. The System Recovery Options window appears.Select a keyboard layout and click 4.
79If you experience a problem with your computer, you can complete the following steps to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem:See “Solving Problems”
80Getting Help Technical Support and Customer ServiceDell’s support service is available to answer your questions about Dell hardware. Our support sta
81Getting Help Online ServicesYou can learn about Dell products and services on the following websites: www.dell.com•www.dell.com/ap• (Asian/Pacifi
82Getting Help Automated Order-Status ServiceTo check on the status of any Dell products that you have ordered, you can go to support.dell.com, or yo
83Getting Help Returning Items for Repair Under Warranty or for CreditPrepare all items being returned, whether for repair or credit, as follows:NOTE:
84Getting Help Pack the equipment to be returned in the 5. original (or equivalent) packing materials.NOTE: You are responsible for paying shipping ex
85Getting Help Before You CallNOTE: Have your Express Service Code ready when you call. The code helps Dell’s automated‑support telephone system direc
86Getting Help Remember to fill out the following Diagnostic Checklist. If possible, turn on your computer before you call Dell for assistance and cal
87Getting Help See your operating system documentation to determine the contents of the computer’s start‑up files. If the computer is connected to a p
7This section provides information about setting up your Dell™ XPS™ laptop. Before Setting Up Your Computer When positioning your computer, ensure tha
88Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to: See:reinstall your operating system “System Recovery Media” on page 76run a diagnostic progra
89Finding More Information and Resources If you need to: See:find safety best practices information for your computer review Warranty information, Te
90This section provides information that you may need when setting up, updating drivers for, and upgrading your computer. NOTE: Offerings may vary by
91Specifications MemoryMemory type 1066 MHz/1333 MHz SODIMM DDR3NOTE: For instructions on upgrading the memory, see the Service Manual at support.dell.
92Specifications Media Card ReaderCards supportedSecure Digital (SD) memory cardSecure Digital Input Output (SDIO)Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)Se
93Specifications VideoIntegratedVideo ControllerIntel HD GraphicsVideo Memoryup to 256 MBDiscreteVideo ControllerNVIDIA GeForce GT 420MNVIDIA GeForce G
94Specifications Battery9‑cell “smart” lithium ion:Height 221.07 mm (8.70 inches)Width 54.35 mm (2.14 inches)Depth 42.53 mm (1.67 inches)Weight 0.49 kg
95Specifications AC AdapterOutput current:90 W 4.62 A (continuous)130 W 6.70 A (continuous)Rated output voltage19.5 VDCOperating temperature0° to 40°C
96Specifications Computer EnvironmentTemperature range:Operating 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F)Storage –40° to 65°C (–40° to 149°F)Relative humidity (maxim
97AppendixMacrovision Product NoticeThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. paten
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