Dell XPS 18- Manuals

Features This section provides information about the features available on your computer. 1 2 3 5 6 7 4 8 10 9 11 Feature Functionality 1 Power-adapter port Connect the supplied power adapter to provide power to the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect USB devices for transfe...

Accessories Your computer package includes the following accessories: • Power adapter and cable — Provides power to your computer and charges the battery. • USB to ethernet adapter (optional) — Allows you to connect a RJ45 (network) cable to your computer using a USB port. • Powered stand (optional)...

• Wireless keyboard and mouse (optional) - Inputs text and controls the cursor. NOTE: The keyboard and mouse are already paired to your computer if you ordered the keyboard and mouse along with your computer. If you purchased the keyboard and mouse separately, or if you need to pair them again, see ...

Charge Your Computer CAUTION: Charge the battery in an environmental temperature between 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 ° F). CAUTION: Use only the supplied power adapter and power cable to charge your computer. Using unauthorized power adapters or power cables may severely damage to your computer. N...

You can check the charge/power status of your computer by checking the light on the side of your computer or the icon on the screen when your computer is turned on: Battery-charge indicator located on the right side of your computer: Power state Battery with no power adapter Power adapter and batter...

Insert an SD Card (optional) 1 Make sure the orientation of the SD card is correct so that the pins on the card are facing the rear when inserted. 2 Push the slot cover down. 3 Push the SD card into the spring-loaded slot until it is locked firmly into place. NOTE: The SD-card slot is compatible wit...

Turning On Your Computer CAUTION: Use your computer in an ambient temperature between 0 °C and 35 °C (32 °F and 95 ° F). 1 Press and release the Power and Sleep/Wake button . NOTE: After the button is pressed, there is a slight delay before your computer turns on or off. 2 Complete all steps for the...

5 Complete initial setup of Windows. Your computer is ready for use when the Windows Start screen is displayed. NOTE: A lock screen may be displayed when your computer wakes up from a sleep state. NOTE: If the login screen is not enabled, the Start screen appears after you swipe-up on the lock scree...

Enable/Disable Wi-Fi 1 Swipe from the right edge of the display to access Charms. 2 Touch Settings → Change PC settings → Wireless . 3 Move the slider to the right to enable Wi-Fi. Move the Wi-Fi slider to the left to disable Wi-Fi. Connecting to a Network 1 Swipe from the right edge of the display ...

Using Your Computer Screen Orientation For optimal viewing experience, the screen orientation changes automatically to portrait or landscape format depending on your computer’s orientation. Automatic screen rotation is enabled by default. NOTE: Some applications may not support automatic screen rota...

Windows 8 Start Screen The Windows 8 Start screen displays a list of default and custom Live Tiles, which act as shortcuts to various installed applications. Live Tiles on your Start screen update in real time with information on news, sports, weather, stocks, social networks, and so on. The tile-ba...

Gestures Your computer has a 10-point multi-touch display. Finger gestures Touch Allows you to: Tap gently on the screen with your fingertip. • Select items on the screen including options, entries, images, icons, and so on. • Start applications. • Touch buttons on the screen. • Input text using the...

Finger gestures Allows you to: Zoom in Touch the display with two fingers Increase the zoom level of an image and then move the fingers apart. or web page. Rotate Touch the display with two or more Rotate an object by 90 degrees. fingers and then move the fingers in a clockwise or counter-clockwise ...

Using the Keyboard and Mouse If you purchased a wireless keyboard and mouse with your computer, they will be already paired. To use the keyboard and mouse, make sure both devices have batteries installed and are powered on. Pairing the wireless keyboard and mouse If the keyboard and mouse do not wor...

Using Headphones/Microphones Your computer has a headphone/microphone combo port that supports a headphone, a microphone, or a combo device to listen to music, record audio, or make voice calls. WARNING: Listening to loud music for extended periods of time can lead to hearing loss. NOTE: It is recom...

Removing the SD Card CAUTION: To avoid data loss, ensure all read/write operations to the SD card are complete before removing it from the computer. 1 Touch the bottom left corner to enter Desktop mode. 2 Touch/click Safely Remove Hardware in the notification area at the bottom-right corner of the s...

Turning Off the Screen • Using the power button: Press and release the Power and Sleep/Wake button to turn off the screen. • Using Charms: 1 Swipe from the right edge of the display to access Charms. 2 Touch Settings → Power → Sleep to turn off the screen. NOTE: If your computer is in a sleep state ...

Managing Computer Settings Refreshing your computer Refreshing your computer restores Windows to the original factory settings without deleting any of your personal files, installed applications, or personalization settings. CAUTION: Refreshing your computer removes all third-party applications. 1 S...

• ePSA menu — Dell’s Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment. ePSA provides valuable configuration and diagnostic information and helps assure correct system operation. • LCD BIST menu — A diagnostic tool which utilizes Built In Self- Test capability to help users trouble shoot a no video scenario by ru...

Using the Powered Stand Connect the Power Adapter to the Powered Stand CAUTION: Use only the supplied power adapter and power cable. Using unauthorized power adapters or power cables may cause severe damage to your computer and powered stand. 1 Connect the power adapter to the power-adapter port on ...

You can check the powered stand’s status from: • The light located at the front of the powered stand: LED behavior Description Solid white color on Computer is docked in the powered stand Off Computer is not docked in the powered stand, or the power adapter is not connected to the stand. For more in...

Dock Your Computer on the Powered Stand 1 Align the docking port on your computer to the docking connector on the powered stand. 2 Place your computer onto the powered stand. NOTE: The docking status light turns on when your computer is correctly seated on the powered stand and the powered stand is ...

Undocking Your Computer Lift the computer from the powered stand. Powered Stand (optional) │ 37

Cleaning Your Computer CAUTION: Disconnect all cables from your computer before cleaning it. Clean your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, that may contain flammable substances. 1 Turn off your computer. For more information on turning off your com...

Troubleshooting Battery Problems Problems Possible causes Possible solution Battery does not charge • Your computer is not properly plugged into a power source. • You are using an incorrect power adapter/cable. • The power outlet is not be working. • The power adapter/ cable is too loosely connected...

System problem Problems Possible causes Possible solution Computer does not turn on The battery is completely discharged. Connect your computer to a power source using the power adapter. Your computer could be in an unresponsive or locked state. Press and hold the power button for 11 seconds to perf...

Computer is not responding or behaving unexpectedly Your computer could be in a hung or locked state. 1 Reboot the computer. See Turning Off Your Computer and Turning On Your Computer . 2 Refresh your computer. See Refreshing your computer. 3 Reset your computer. See Resetting your computer . 4 Cont...

Network problem Problems Possible causes Possible solution No wireless connection Your computer is not able to properly access a wireless signal. 1 Check if the wireless radio is on. See Enabling/Disabling Wi-Fi . 2 Move closer to the wireless access point. 3 Reset the wireless router if using a pri...

Specifications Physical dimensions Height 283.70 mm (11.17 inches) Width 463.60 mm (18.25 inches) Depth 17.70 mm (0.70 inch) Weight 2.20 kg (4.85 lb) Hardware Processor 3rd Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 ULT Pentium Dual Core Chipset Intel Panther Point HM77 Graphics Intel HD 4000 for Core I process...

Environmental requirements Temperature range: Operating 0 °C to 35 °C (32 °F to 95 °F) Non-Operating -40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F) Relative humidity (maximum): Operating 10% to 90% (noncondensing) Non-Operating 5% to 95% (noncondensing) Maximum Vibration (measured using a random vibration spect...

Features This section provides information about the features available on your computer. 1 2 3 5 6 7 4 8 10 9 11 Feature Functionality 1 Power-adapter port Connect the supplied power adapter to provide power to the computer and charge the battery. 2 USB 3.0 ports (2) Connect USB devices for transfe...

Accessories Your computer package includes the following accessories: • Power adapter and cable — Provides power to your computer and charges the battery. • USB to ethernet adapter (optional) — Allows you to connect a RJ45 (network) cable to your computer using a USB port. • Powered stand (optional)...

• Wireless keyboard and mouse (optional) - Inputs text and controls the cursor. NOTE: The keyboard and mouse are already paired to your computer if you ordered the keyboard and mouse along with your computer. If you purchased the keyboard and mouse separately, or if you need to pair them again, see ...

Charge Your Computer CAUTION: Charge the battery in an environmental temperature between 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 ° F). CAUTION: Use only the supplied power adapter and power cable to charge your computer. Using unauthorized power adapters or power cables may severely damage to your computer. N...

You can check the charge/power status of your computer by checking the light on the side of your computer or the icon on the screen when your computer is turned on: Battery-charge indicator located on the right side of your computer: Power state Battery with no power adapter Power adapter and batter...

Insert an SD Card (optional) 1 Make sure the orientation of the SD card is correct so that the pins on the card are facing the rear when inserted. 2 Push the slot cover down. 3 Push the SD card into the spring-loaded slot until it is locked firmly into place. NOTE: The SD-card slot is compatible wit...

Turning On Your Computer CAUTION: Use your computer in an ambient temperature between 0 °C and 35 °C (32 °F and 95 ° F). 1 Press and release the Power and Sleep/Wake button . NOTE: After the button is pressed, there is a slight delay before your computer turns on or off. 2 Complete all steps for the...

5 Complete initial setup of Windows. Your computer is ready for use when the Windows Start screen is displayed. NOTE: A lock screen may be displayed when your computer wakes up from a sleep state. NOTE: If the login screen is not enabled, the Start screen appears after you swipe-up on the lock scree...

Enable/Disable Wi-Fi 1 Swipe from the right edge of the display to access Charms. 2 Touch Settings → Change PC settings → Wireless . 3 Move the slider to the right to enable Wi-Fi. Move the Wi-Fi slider to the left to disable Wi-Fi. Connecting to a Network 1 Swipe from the right edge of the display ...

Using Your Computer Screen Orientation For optimal viewing experience, the screen orientation changes automatically to portrait or landscape format depending on your computer’s orientation. Automatic screen rotation is enabled by default. NOTE: Some applications may not support automatic screen rota...

Windows 8 Start Screen The Windows 8 Start screen displays a list of default and custom Live Tiles, which act as shortcuts to various installed applications. Live Tiles on your Start screen update in real time with information on news, sports, weather, stocks, social networks, and so on. The tile-ba...

Gestures Your computer has a 10-point multi-touch display. Finger gestures Touch Allows you to: Tap gently on the screen with your fingertip. • Select items on the screen including options, entries, images, icons, and so on. • Start applications. • Touch buttons on the screen. • Input text using the...

Finger gestures Allows you to: Zoom in Touch the display with two fingers Increase the zoom level of an image and then move the fingers apart. or web page. Rotate Touch the display with two or more Rotate an object by 90 degrees. fingers and then move the fingers in a clockwise or counter-clockwise ...

Using the Keyboard and Mouse If you purchased a wireless keyboard and mouse with your computer, they will be already paired. To use the keyboard and mouse, make sure both devices have batteries installed and are powered on. Pairing the wireless keyboard and mouse If the keyboard and mouse do not wor...

Using Headphones/Microphones Your computer has a headphone/microphone combo port that supports a headphone, a microphone, or a combo device to listen to music, record audio, or make voice calls. WARNING: Listening to loud music for extended periods of time can lead to hearing loss. NOTE: It is recom...

Removing the SD Card CAUTION: To avoid data loss, ensure all read/write operations to the SD card are complete before removing it from the computer. 1 Touch the bottom left corner to enter Desktop mode. 2 Touch/click Safely Remove Hardware in the notification area at the bottom-right corner of the s...

Turning Off the Screen • Using the power button: Press and release the Power and Sleep/Wake button to turn off the screen. • Using Charms: 1 Swipe from the right edge of the display to access Charms. 2 Touch Settings → Power → Sleep to turn off the screen. NOTE: If your computer is in a sleep state ...

Managing Computer Settings Refreshing your computer Refreshing your computer restores Windows to the original factory settings without deleting any of your personal files, installed applications, or personalization settings. CAUTION: Refreshing your computer removes all third-party applications. 1 S...

• ePSA menu — Dell’s Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment. ePSA provides valuable configuration and diagnostic information and helps assure correct system operation. • LCD BIST menu — A diagnostic tool which utilizes Built In Self- Test capability to help users trouble shoot a no video scenario by ru...

Using the Powered Stand Connect the Power Adapter to the Powered Stand CAUTION: Use only the supplied power adapter and power cable. Using unauthorized power adapters or power cables may cause severe damage to your computer and powered stand. 1 Connect the power adapter to the power-adapter port on ...

You can check the powered stand’s status from: • The light located at the front of the powered stand: LED behavior Description Solid white color on Computer is docked in the powered stand Off Computer is not docked in the powered stand, or the power adapter is not connected to the stand. For more in...

Dock Your Computer on the Powered Stand 1 Align the docking port on your computer to the docking connector on the powered stand. 2 Place your computer onto the powered stand. NOTE: The docking status light turns on when your computer is correctly seated on the powered stand and the powered stand is ...

Undocking Your Computer Lift the computer from the powered stand. Powered Stand (optional) │ 37

Cleaning Your Computer CAUTION: Disconnect all cables from your computer before cleaning it. Clean your computer with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, that may contain flammable substances. 1 Turn off your computer. For more information on turning off your com...

Troubleshooting Battery Problems Problems Possible causes Possible solution Battery does not charge • Your computer is not properly plugged into a power source. • You are using an incorrect power adapter/cable. • The power outlet is not be working. • The power adapter/ cable is too loosely connected...

System problem Problems Possible causes Possible solution Computer does not turn on The battery is completely discharged. Connect your computer to a power source using the power adapter. Your computer could be in an unresponsive or locked state. Press and hold the power button for 11 seconds to perf...

Computer is not responding or behaving unexpectedly Your computer could be in a hung or locked state. 1 Reboot the computer. See Turning Off Your Computer and Turning On Your Computer . 2 Refresh your computer. See Refreshing your computer. 3 Reset your computer. See Resetting your computer . 4 Cont...

Network problem Problems Possible causes Possible solution No wireless connection Your computer is not able to properly access a wireless signal. 1 Check if the wireless radio is on. See Enabling/Disabling Wi-Fi . 2 Move closer to the wireless access point. 3 Reset the wireless router if using a pri...

Specifications Physical dimensions Height 283.70 mm (11.17 inches) Width 463.60 mm (18.25 inches) Depth 17.70 mm (0.70 inch) Weight 2.20 kg (4.85 lb) Hardware Processor 3rd Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 ULT Pentium Dual Core Chipset Intel Panther Point HM77 Graphics Intel HD 4000 for Core I process...

Environmental requirements Temperature range: Operating 0 °C to 35 °C (32 °F to 95 °F) Non-Operating -40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F) Relative humidity (maximum): Operating 10% to 90% (noncondensing) Non-Operating 5% to 95% (noncondensing) Maximum Vibration (measured using a random vibration spect...