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SETUP GUIDE
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SETUP GUIDE Regulatory model: P11F Regulatory type: P11F001
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Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. ™ ® ® If you purchased a Dell n Series computer, any references in this document to the Microsoft Windows operating systems are not applicable. __________________
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Contents Setting Up Your XPS Laptop . . . . . . . .7 Using Your XPS Laptop. . . . . . . . . . . 22 Before Setting Up Your Computer . . . . . . 7 Right View Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Connect the AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Left View Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Connect the Network Cable Front View Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Back View Features . . . . . .
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Contents Removing and Replacing the Using Support Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Dell Support Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Software Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 My Dell Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Dell DataSafe Online Backup. . . . . . . . . . 51 System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Dell Stage (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Hardware T
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Contents Getting Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Finding More Information and Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Technical Support and Customer Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 DellConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Online Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Macrovision Prod
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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop This section provides information about WARNING: Do not block, push objects ™ ™ setting up your Dell XPS laptop. into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not place your Dell Before Setting Up Your computer in a low-airflow environment, such as a closed briefcase, or on fabric Computer surfaces, such as carpets or rugs, while When positioning your computer, ensure that it is powered on. Restricting the airflow you allow easy access to a power so
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Setting 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 protector. WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or permanent damage to your computer. 8
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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Connect the Network Cable (Optional) To use a wired network connection, connect the network cable. 9
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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Press the Power Button 10
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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Set Up Microsoft Windows ® ® Your Dell computer is preconfigured with the Microsoft Windows operating system. To set up Windows for the first time, follow the instructions on the screen. These steps are mandatory and may take some time to complete. The Windows setup screens will take you through several procedures including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system’s set
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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Create System Recovery Media (Recommended) NOTE: It is recommended that you create a system recovery media as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. The system recovery media can be used to restore your computer to the operating state it was in when you purchased the computer, while preserving data files (without the need of the Operating System disc). You can use the system recovery media if changes to the hardware, software, drivers, or other system settings have
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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To create a system recovery media: 1. Ensure that the AC adapter is connected (see “Connect the AC Adapter” on page 8). 2. Insert the disc or USB key in the computer. 3. Click Start → All Programs→ Dell DataSafe Local Backup. 4. Click Create Recovery Media. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. NOTE: For information on restoring your operating system using the system recovery media, see “System Recovery Media” on page 76. 13
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Setting 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 Internet. NOTE: Installing a mini B‑ CAS card into the SIM card slot is required to set up and view ISDB‑ T digital TV in Japan. Installing a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card on your computer allows you to connect to the Internet. To access the Internet you must be within the network of your cellular service provider. To install the SIM car
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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop 1 battery bay 2 SIM card slot 3 SIM card 3 2 1 15
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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless (Optional) 16
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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To enable or disable wireless: 1. Ensure that your computer is turned on. 2. Press the wireless key on the function key row on the keyboard. The current status of the wireless radios appears on the screen. Wireless enabled Wireless disabled 3. Press the wireless key again to switch between the wireless enabled or disabled states. NOTE: The wireless key allows you to quickly turn off wireless radios (Wi‑ Fi and ® Bluetooth ), such as when you are asked to disabl
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Setting Up Your XPS Laptop To set up wireless display on your computer: Set Up Wireless Display 1. Ensure that your computer is turned on. (Optional) 2. Ensure that wireless is enabled (see “Enable NOTE: Wireless display may not be or Disable Wireless” on page 16). supported on all computers. 3. Connect the wireless display adapter to Wireless display can only be set up on the TV. computers with: NOTE: The wireless display adapter does ® ™ not ship with your computer and must be Process
