Set up your computer Connect the keyboard and mouse. See the documentation that shipped with the keyboard and mouse. Connect the network cable — optional.
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Connect the display. Connect the power cable.
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Finish operating system setup. For Windows: a) Connect to a network. b) Sign-in to your Microsoft account or create a new account. For Ubuntu: Follow the instructions on the screen to finish setup.
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Locate Dell apps in Windows. Table 1. Locate Dell apps Register your computer Dell Help & Support SupportAssist—Check and update your computer...
Views Front Optical drive (optional) Reads from and writes to CDs and DVDs. Optical-drive eject button Press to open or close the optical drive tray. Power button Press to turn on the computer if it is turned off, in sleep state, or in hibernate state.
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Press and hold for 4 seconds to force shut-down the computer. NOTE: You can customize the power-button behavior in Power Me and My Dell at Options. For more information, see www.dell.com/ support/manuals. Hard-drive activity light Turns on when the computer reads from or writes to the hard drive.
Back Back panel Connect USB, audio, video, and other devices. Expansion-card slots Provide access to ports on any installed PCI Express cards. Power port Connect a power cable to provide power to your computer. Power-supply diagnostic light Indicates the power-supply state. Padlock rings Attach a standard padlock to prevent unauthorized access to the interior of your computer.
Security-cable slot Connect a security cable to prevent unauthorized movement of your computer. Service Tag label The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information.
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VGA port Connect an external display or a projector. HDMI port Connect a TV or another HDMI-in enabled device. Provides video and audio output. USB 2.0 ports (4) Connectperipherals such as storage devices and printers. Provides data transferspeeds up to 480 Mbps. Network port (with lights) Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for network or internet access.
5.90 kg (13.01 lb) NOTE: The weight of your computer varies depending on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing variability. System information Table 3. System information Computer model Inspiron 3668 Processor • Intel Core i3/i5/i7 • Intel Celeron • Intel Pentium...
Power ratings Table 10. Power ratings Input voltage 100 VAC to 240 VAC Input frequency 50 Hz to 60 Hz Input current (maximum) 4.0 A Video Table 11. Video specifications Integrated Discrete Controller Intel HD Graphics • NVIDIA GeForce GT710FH •...
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Operating Storage 40 G for 2 ms with a 50 G for 26 ms with a Shock (maximum) change in velocity of 20 change in velocity of 320 in/s (51 cm/s)† in/s (813 cm/s)‡ –15.24 m to 3048 m Altitude (maximum) –15.24 m to 10,668 m (–50 ft to 10,000 ft) (–50 ft to 35,000 ft)
Getting help and contacting Dell Self-help resources You can get information and help on Dell products and services using these self-help resources: Table 13. Self-help resources Information about Dell products and www.dell.com services Dell Help & Support app Get started app...
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NOTE: Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your country. NOTE: If you do not have an active internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.