Vostro 3501
Setup and specifications guide
Regulatory Model: P90F
Regulatory Type: P90F002
August 2021
Rev. A02
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Contents
Chapter 1: Set up your computer...................................................................................................5
Left view................................................................................................................................................................................9
Bottom view.........................................................................................................................................................................11
Keyboard shortcuts............................................................................................................................................................11
Operating system...............................................................................................................................................................13
Communications.................................................................................................................................................................16
Battery..................................................................................................................................................................................19
Dimensions and weight.....................................................................................................................................................19
Display..................................................................................................................................................................................20
Security Software..............................................................................................................................................................21
Computer environment....................................................................................................................................................22
Chapter 5: Getting help and contacting Dell................................................................................ 23
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Contents
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Set up your computer
Steps
1. Connect the power adapter and press the power button.
NOTE: To conserve battery power, the battery might enter power saving mode.
NOTE: To conserve battery power, the battery might enter power saving mode. Connect the power adapter and press
the power button to turn on the computer.
2. Finish operating system setup.
For Ubuntu:
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. For more information about installing and configuring Ubuntu, see
For Windows:
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. When setting up, Dell recommends that you:
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Connect to a network for Windows updates.
NOTE: If connecting to a secured wireless network, enter the password for the wireless network access when
prompted.
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If connected to the internet, sign-in with or create a Microsoft account. If not connected to the internet, create an
offline account.
On the Support and Protection screen, enter your contact details.
3. Locate and use Dell apps from the Windows Start menu—Recommended.
Set up your computer
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Table 1. Locate Dell apps
Resources
Description
Dell Product Registration
Register your computer with Dell.
Dell Help & Support
Access help and support for your computer.
My Dell
Centralized location for key Dell applications, help articles, and other important information about
your computer. It also notifies you about the warranty status, recommended accessories, and
software updates if available.
SupportAssist
SupportAssist is the smart technology that keeps your computer running at its best by optimizing
settings, detecting issues, removing viruses and notifies when you need to make system
updates. SupportAssist proactively checks the health of your system's hardware and software.
When an issue is detected, the necessary system state information is sent to Dell to begin
troubleshooting. SupportAssist is preinstalled on most of the Dell devices running Windows
operating system. For more information, see SupportAssist for Home PCs User's Guide on
NOTE: In SupportAssist, click the warranty expiry date to renew or upgrade your warranty.
Dell Update
Updates your computer with critical fixes and latest device drivers as they become available.
Dell Digital Delivery
Download software applications, which are purchased but not pre-installed on your computer. For
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Set up your computer
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Create a USB recovery drive for Windows
Create a recovery drive to troubleshoot and fix problems that may occur with Windows. An empty USB flash drive with a
minimum capacity of 16 GB is required to create the recovery drive.
Prerequisites
NOTE: This process may take up to an hour to complete.
NOTE: The following steps may vary depending on the version of Windows installed. Refer to the Microsoft support site for
latest instructions.
Steps
1. Connect the USB flash drive to your computer.
2. In Windows search, type Recovery.
3. In the search results, click Create a recovery drive.
The User Account Control window is displayed.
4. Click Yes to continue.
The Recovery Drive window is displayed.
5. Select Back up system files to the recovery drive and click Next.
6. Select the USB flash drive and click Next.
A message appears, indicating that all data in the USB flash drive will be deleted.
7. Click Create.
8. Click Finish.
For more information about reinstalling Windows using the USB recovery drive, see the Troubleshooting section of your
Create a USB recovery drive for Windows
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Left view
1. DC-in port
2. LED indicator
3. HDMI 1.4 port
NOTE: The maximum resolution supported by HDMI port is 1920x1080 @60Hz (24 bit)
4. Network Port
5. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
6. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
7. Universal audio jack (Realtek audio) / Audio jack (Cirrus audio logic)
Right view
1. SD 3.0 card reader slot
2. USB 2.0 Type-A port
3. Wedge-shaped security slot
Chassis overview
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Bottom view
1. Speakers
2. Service Tag
3. Air Vents
Keyboard shortcuts
NOTE: Keyboard characters may differ depending on the keyboard language configuration. Keys that are used for shortcuts
remain the same across all language configurations.
Table 2. List of keyboard shortcuts
Keys
Primary behavior
Fn + F1
Mute audio
Fn + F2
Fn + F3
Fn + F4
Fn + F5
Fn + F6
Decrease volume
Increase volume
Play/Pause
Turn on/off keyboard backlight
Decrease brightness
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Table 2. List of keyboard shortcuts (continued)
Keys
Primary behavior
Fn + F7
Increase brightness
Fn + F8
Fn + F10
Fn + F11
Fn + 12
Switch to external display
Print screen
Home
End
Fn + Ctrl
Open application menu
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Chassis overview
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Technical specifications
NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. The following specifications are only those required by law to ship with your
computer. For more information about the configuration of your computer, go to Help and Support in your Windows
operating system and select the option to view information about your computer.
Processors
Table 3. Processors
Description
Values
Processors
10th Generation Intel Core i3-1005G1
Wattage
15 W
Core count
Thread count
Speed
2
4
Up to 3.4 GHz
4 MB
Cache
Integrated graphics
Intel UHD Graphics
Chipset
Table 4. Chipset
Description
Values
Processor
Ice lake U (ICL U) PCH-LP
Chipset
Intel Core i3
64-bit
DRAM bus width
PCIe bus
Gen 3
Operating system
Your Vostro 3501 supports the following operating systems:
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Windows 11 Home, 64-bit
Windows 11 Home National Academic, 64-bit
Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit
Windows 11 Pro National Academic, 64-bit
Windows 10 Home, 64-bit
Windows 10 Pro, 64-bit
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, 64-bit
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Memory
Table 5. Memory specifications
Description
Values
Slots
Two SODIMM slots
Type
DDR4
Speed
2666 MHz
16 GB
Maximum memory
Minimum memory
Configurations supported
4 GB
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4 GB DDR4 at 2666 MHz (1x4 GB)
8 GB DDR4 at 2666 MHz (2 x 4 GB)
8 GB DDR4 at 2666 MHz (1 x 8 GB)
12 GB DDR4 at 2666 MHz (1 x 8 GB + 1 x 4 GB)
16 GB DDR4 at 2666 MHz (1 x 16 GB)
16 GB DDR4 at 2666 MHz (2 x 8 GB)
Storage
Your computer supports one of the following configurations:
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2.5 in. 5400 RPM, SATA hard drive
M.2 2230/2280 for solid-state drive
The primary drive of your computer varies with the storage configuration. For computers:
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2.5 in. 5400 RPM, SATA hard drive
M.2 2230/2280 for solid-state drive
Table 6. Storage specifications
Form factor
Interface type
Capacity
2.5 in. 5400 rpm, hard drive
M.2 2230 solid-state drive
M.2 2280 solid-state drive
SATA
upto 2 TB
PCIe NVMe 3x4
PCIe NVMe 3x4
upto 512 GB
upto 1 TB
Ports and connectors
Table 7. External ports and connectors
Description
External:
Network
Values
One Flip-down RJ 45 10/100/1000 Mbps
USB
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Two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A port
One USB 2.0 Type-A port
Audio
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One Universal audio port (Computers with Realtek audio
configuration)
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Technical specifications
Table 7. External ports and connectors (continued)
Description
Values
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One Audio jack (Computers with Cirrus logic audio
configuration)
Video
One HDMI 1.4 port
NOTE: The maximum resolution supported by HDMI port
is 1920x1080 @60Hz (24 bit)
Power adapter port
Security
4.5 mm barrel-type
One Wedge shaped lock slot
One SD 3.0 card slot
Card slot
Table 8. Internal ports and connectors
Description
Internal:
Values
One M.2 Key-M (2280 or 2230) for solid-state drive
One M.2 2230 Key-E for WLAN
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One M.2 2230 slot for Wi-Fi
One M.2 slot for 2230/2280 solid-state drive
NOTE: To learn more about the features of different
types of M.2 cards, see the knowledge base article
SIM card
Not Supported
Audio
Table 9. Audio specifications
Description
Values
Controller
Realtek ALC3204
Cirrus CS8409 (CS42L42 + TI
SN005825)
Stereo conversion
Internal interface
Supported
Supported
High definition audio
Universal Audio Jack
HDA bridge + CS42L42 audio
codec
External interface
Headset jack
NOTE: 3.5mm headset jack
functionality varies by model
configuration. For best results,
use Dell recommended audio
accessories
Speakers
Two
Two
Internal-speaker amplifier
External volume controls
Speaker Output Average
Supported
Supported
Keyboard shortcut controls
2 W
Keyboard shortcut controls
2 W
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Table 9. Audio specifications (continued)
Description
Values
Speaker Output Peak
2.5 W
2.5 W
Subwoofer output
Microphone
Not supported
Single digital microphone
Not supported
Single digital microphone
Video
Table 10. Integrated graphics specifications
Integrated graphics
Controller
External display support
Memory size
Processor
Intel UHD Graphics
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One HDMI 1.4
NOTE: The maximum resolution
Shared system memory
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Intel 10th
Generation Core
i3 processors
supported by HDMI port is 1920x1080
@60Hz (24 bit)
Camera
Table 11. Camera specifications
Standard Webcam
Description
Values
Number of cameras
One
Type
HD RGB camera
Location
Sensor type
Front Camera
CMOS sensor technology
Resolution:
Still image
0.92 megapixel
Video
1280 x 720 (HD) at 30 fps
78.6 degrees
Diagonal viewing angle
Communications
Ethernet
Table 12. Ethernet specifications
Description
Values
Model number
Integrated Realtek RTL8111H
e.g. 10/100/1000 Mbps
Transfer rate
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Technical specifications
Wireless module
Table 13. Wireless module specifications
Description
Values
Qualcomm QCA9377
Model number
Intel 9462
Realtek RTL8723DE
(DW1810)
Transfer rate
Up to 433 Mbps
2.4 GHz/5 GHz
Up to 433 Mbps
2.4 GHz/5 GHz
Up to 150 Mbps
2.4 GHz
Frequency bands supported
Wireless standards
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WiFi 802.11a/b/g
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WiFi 802.11a/b/g
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Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g
Wi-Fi 4 (Wi-Fi 802.11n)
Wi-Fi 5 (Wi-Fi 802.11ac)
Wi-Fi 6 (WiFi 802.11ax)
Wi-Fi 4 (Wi-Fi 802.11n)
Wi-Fi 5 (Wi-Fi 802.11ac)
Wi-Fi 4 (WiFi 802.11n)
Encryption
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64-bit/128-bit WEP
AES-CCMP
TKIP
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64-bit/128-bit WEP
AES-CCMP
TKIP
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64-bit/128-bit WEP
AES-CCMP
TKIP
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth 4.2
Keyboard
The following table lists the keyboard specifications of your Vostro 3501.
Table 14. Keyboard specifications
Description
Values
Keyboard type
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Standard keyboard
White backlight keyboard
Keyboard layout
Number of keys
QWERTY
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United States and Canada: 101 keys
United Kingdom: 102 keys
Japan: 105 keys
Keyboard size
X=18.7 mm key pitch
Y=18.05 mm key pitch
Keyboard shortcuts
Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them.
These keys can be used to type alternate characters or to
perform secondary functions. To type the alternate character,
press Shift and the desired key. To perform secondary
functions, press Fn and the desired key.
NOTE: You can define the primary behavior of the
function keys (F1–F12) changing Function Key Behavior
in BIOS setup program.
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Touchpad
The following table lists the touchpad specifications of your Vostro 3501.
Table 15. Touchpad specifications
Description
Values
Touchpad resolution:
Horizontal
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Synaptics: 1230
Lite-on: 1920
Vertical
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Synaptics: 930
Lite-on: 1080
Touchpad dimensions:
Horizontal
105 mm (4.13 in.)
65 mm (2.55 in.)
Vertical
Touchpad gestures
For more information about touchpad gestures available on
Windows, see the Microsoft knowledge base article 4027871
Media-card reader
Table 16. Media-card reader specifications
Description
Values
Type
One Micro SD 3.0 card
Cards supported
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Micro Secure Digital (mSD)
Micro Secure Digital High Capacity(mSDHC)
Micro Secure Digital Extended Capacity(mSDXC)
Power adapter
Table 17. Power adapter specifications
Description
Values
Values
Type
45 W
65 W
Connector dimensions:
Input voltage
4.5 mm x 2.9 mm
100 VAC x 240 VAC
50 Hz x 60 Hz
1.30 A
4.5 mm x 2.9 mm
100 VAC x 240 VAC
50 Hz x 60 Hz
1.60 A / 1.70 A
3.34 A
Input frequency
Input current (maximum)
Output current (continuous)
Rated output voltage
Temperature range:
2.31 A
19.50 VDC
19.50 VDC
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Technical specifications
Table 17. Power adapter specifications (continued)
Description
Values
Values
Operating
Storage
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Battery
Table 18. Battery specifications
Description
Values
Type
42 WHr Polymer battery
11.40 VDC
Voltage
Weight (maximum)
0.2 kg (0.44 lb)
Dimensions:
Height
184.15 mm (7.25 in.)
97.15 mm (3.82 in.)
5.90 mm (0.23 in.)
Width
Depth
Temperature range:
Operating
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
Storage
-40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F)
Operating time
Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly
reduce under certain power-intensive conditions.
Charging time (approximate)
4 hours (when the computer is off)
NOTE: Dell recommends that you charge the battery
regularly for optimal power consumption. If your battery
charge is completely depleted, connect the power adapter,
turn on your computer and then restart your computer to
reduce the power consumption. Control the charging time,
duration, start and end time, and so on using the Dell
Power Manager application. For more information on the
Coin-cell battery
Operating time
CR2032
Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly
reduce under certain power-intensive conditions.
Dimensions and weight
Table 19. Dimensions and weight
Description
Values
Height:
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Table 19. Dimensions and weight (continued)
Description
Values
Front
18 mm (0.70 in.)
Rear
Width
19.90 mm (0.78 in.)
363.96 mm (14.32 in.)
249 mm (9.80 in.)
Depth
Weight
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Touch: 1.91 kg (4.21 lb)
Non-touch: 1.90 kg (4.18 lb)
NOTE: The weight of your notebook depends on the configuration
ordered and the manufacturing variability.
Display
Table 20. Display specifications
Decsription
Values
Type
High Definition (HD)
TN (Twisted Nematic)
220 nits
Full High Definition (FHD)
WVA (wide view angle)
220 nits
Panel technology
Luminance (typical)
Dimensions (active area):
Height
193.54 mm (7.62 in.)
344.23 mm (13.55 in.)
394.90 mm (15.54 in.)
1366 x 768
193.54 mm (7.62 in.)
344.23 mm (13.55 in.)
394.90 mm (15.54 in.)
1920 x 1080
2.07
Width
Diagonal
Native resolution
Megapixels
1.05
Color gamut
NTSC 45% Typ.
100
NTSC 45% Typ.
141
Pixels per inch (PPI)
Contrast ratio (min)
Response time (max)
Refresh rate
400:1
400:1
25 ms
35 ms
60 Hz
60 Hz
Horizontal view angle
Vertical view angle
Pixel pitch
40 degrees
Top/Bottom 10/30 degrees
0.252 mm
80 degrees
80 degrees
0.179 mm
Power consumption (maximum)
Anti-glare vs glossy finish
4.2 W
4.2 W
Anti-glare
Anti-glare
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Technical specifications
Table 20. Display specifications (continued)
Decsription
Values
No
Touch options
No
Fingerprint reader
Table 21. Fingerprint reader specifications
Description
Values
Sensor technology
Capacitive
Sensor resolution
Sensor pixel size
500 dpi
80 x 64
Security
Table 22. Security specifications
Features
Specifications
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0
Fingerprint reader
Integrated on system board
Optional
Wedge-shaped lock slot
Standard
Security Software
Table 23. Security Software specifications
Specifications
Dell Client Command Suite
Optional Dell Data Security and Management Software
Dell Client Command Suite
Dell BIOS Verification
Optional Dell Endpoint Security and Management Software
VMware Carbon Black Endpoint Standard
VMware Carbon Black Endpoint Standard + Secureworks Threat Detection and Response
Dell Encryption Enterprise
Dell Encryption Personal
Carbonite
VMware Workspace ONE
Absolute® Endpoint Visibility and Control
Netskope
Dell Supply Chain Defense
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Computer environment
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
Table 24. Computer environment
Description
Operating
Storage
Temperature range
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
0.66 GRMS
-40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F)
Relative humidity (maximum)
Vibration (maximum)*
Shock (maximum)
0% to 95% (non-condensing)
1.30 GRMS
140 G†
160 G†
Altitude (maximum)
0 m to 3048 m (0 ft to 10000 ft)
0 m to 10668 m (0 ft to 35000 ft)
* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard drive is in use.
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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 25. Self-help resources
Self-help resources
Resource location
Information about Dell products and services
My Dell app
Tips
Contact Support
In Windows search, type Contact Support, and press
Enter.
Online help for operating system
Access top solutions, diagnostics, drivers and downloads, and
learn more about your computer through videos, manuals and
documents.
Your Dell computer is uniquely identified by a Service Tag or
Express Service Code. To view relevant support resources for
your Dell computer, enter the Service Tag or Express Service
For more information on how to find the Service Tag for your
Dell knowledge base articles for a variety of computer
concerns
2. On the menu bar at the top of the Support page, select
Support > Knowledge Base.
3. In the Search field on the Knowledge Base page, type the
keyword, topic, or model number, and then click or tap the
search icon to view the related articles.
Contacting Dell
To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, see www.dell.com/contactdell.
NOTE: Availability varies by country/region and product, and some services may not be available in your country/region.
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information about your purchase invoice,
packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
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