Dell XPS 15, P73F User Manual

XPS 15 2-in-1

Setup and Specifications

Regulatory Model: P73F

Regulatory Type: P73F001

March 2021

Rev. A04

Notes, cautions, and warnings

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product.

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.

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Contents

Chapter 1: Set up your computer...................................................................................................	4
Chapter 2: Views...........................................................................................................................	6
Display....................................................................................................................................................................................	6
Bottom....................................................................................................................................................................................	7
Left..........................................................................................................................................................................................	7
Right.......................................................................................................................................................................................	8
Front.......................................................................................................................................................................................	8
Base........................................................................................................................................................................................	9
Modes...................................................................................................................................................................................	10
Dell Premium Active Pen PN579X—Optional..............................................................................................................	11
Chapter 3: Specifications.............................................................................................................	12
Computer model.................................................................................................................................................................	12
System information............................................................................................................................................................	12
Operating system...............................................................................................................................................................	12
Dimensions and weight.....................................................................................................................................................	12
Memory.................................................................................................................................................................................	12
Ports and connectors........................................................................................................................................................	13
Communications.................................................................................................................................................................	13
Wireless..........................................................................................................................................................................	13
Audio.....................................................................................................................................................................................	13
Storage.................................................................................................................................................................................	14
Media-card reader.............................................................................................................................................................	14
Fingerprint reader..............................................................................................................................................................	14
Keyboard..............................................................................................................................................................................	14
Camera.................................................................................................................................................................................	15
Touchpad.............................................................................................................................................................................	15
Touchpad gestures......................................................................................................................................................	15
Power adapter....................................................................................................................................................................	15
Battery..................................................................................................................................................................................	15
Video.....................................................................................................................................................................................	16
Display...................................................................................................................................................................................	16
Computer environment.....................................................................................................................................................	16
Chapter 4: Keyboard shortcuts....................................................................................................	18
Chapter 5: Getting help and contacting Dell................................................................................	20

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Set up your computer

1. Connect the power adapter and press the power button.

NOTE: The battery may go into power-saving mode during shipment to conserve charge on the battery. Ensure that the power adapter is connected to your computer when it is turned on for the first time.

NOTE: Use any USB Type-C port to charge your computer; the primary-charging port is indicated by the power-adapter icon.

2. Complete the operating system setup.

Table 1. Operating system setup

	Operating system	Setup instructions


	Windows	Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. When setting up, it is recommended that
	Windows	you connect to a secure network to download and install the latest Windows updates.


		Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. For more information about installing and
	Ubuntu	configuring Ubuntu, see the knowledge base articles SLN151664 and SLN151748 at www.dell.com/
		support.

3.If Windows is installed on your computer, there are Dell apps with which you can get assistance and software updates.

NOTE: Dell apps are not available on Ubuntu.

Table 2. Dell apps (continued)

Dell app

Description

My Dell

Access Dell applications, help articles, and other important information about your computer. My Dell also notifies you about the warranty status, recommended accessories, and software updates for your computer.

SupportAssist

Pro-actively checks the health of your computer’s hardware and software and troubleshoots issues with the operating system. For more information about the app, see the SupportAssist documentation at www.dell.com/support.

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Table 2. Dell apps

Dell app

Description

NOTE: To renew or upgrade your warranty in the SupportAssist app, click the warranty expiry date.

Dell Update

Updates your computer with critical fixes and latest device drivers. For more information about the app, see the knowledge base article SLN305843 at www.dell.com/support.

Dell Digital Delivery

Download software applications, which are purchased but not pre-installed on your computer. For more information about the app, see the knowledge base article 153764 at www.dell.com/support.

Set up your computer

Views

Display

1.Infrared emitter

Emits infrared light, which enables the infrared camera to sense and track motion.

2.Infrared camera

Enhances security when paired with Windows Hello face authentication.

3.Camera-status light

Turns on when the camera is in use.

4.Camera

Enables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos.

5.Infrared emitter

Emits infrared light, which enables the infrared camera to sense and track motion.

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