Vostro 3681
Setup and Specifications
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Regulatory Model: D15S
Regulatory Type: D15S002
May 2020
Rev. A00
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Steps
1. Connect the keyboard and mouse.
2. Connect to your network using a cable, or connect to a wireless network.
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3. Connect the display.
NOTE: If you ordered your computer with a discrete graphics card. Connect the display cable to the discrete
graphics card connectors.
4. Connect the power cable.
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5. Press the power button.
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6. Finish operating system setup.
For Ubuntu:
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. For more information about installing and configuring Ubuntu, see the
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.
a. Connect to a network.
b. Sign-in to your Microsoft account or create a new account.
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7. Locate and use Dell apps from the Windows Start menu—Recommended.
Table 1. Locate Dell apps
Dell Product Registration
Register your computer with Dell.
Dell Help & Support
Access help and support for your computer.
SupportAssist
Proactively checks the health of your computer’s hardware and
software.
NOTE: Renew or upgrade your warranty by clicking the
warranty expiry date in SupportAssist.
Dell Update
Updates your computer with critical fixes and important device drivers
as they become available.
Dell Digital Delivery
Download software applications including software that is purchased
but not preinstalled on your computer.
Set up your computer
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Chassis overview
Front
1. Power button
2. SD card reader
3. HDD activity LED
4. Universal audio jack
5. 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A ports
6. 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
7. 9.5 mm DVD +/- R/W tray type optical drive (optional)
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Chassis overview
Back
1. Line-out re-tasking Line-in audio jack
2. HDMI 1.4b port
3. VGA port
4. 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
5. 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A ports with Smart Power On
6. Ethernet port
7. Expansion slots
8. Power port
9. PSU indicator LED
10. Padlock ring
11. Kensington cable lock slot
Chassis overview
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Specifications of Vostro 3681
Dimensions and weight
Table 2. Dimensions and weight
Description
Values
Height
290 mm (11.42 in.)
Width
92.6 mm (3.65 in.)
292.8 mm (11.53 in.)
4.66 Kg (10.28 lb)
Depth
Weight (approximate)
NOTE: The weight of your system unit varies depending on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing
variability.
Processors
NOTE: Global Standard Products (GSP) are a subset of Dell’s relationship products that are managed for availability and
synchronized transitions on a worldwide basis. They ensure the same platform is available for purchase globally. This
allows customers to reduce the number of configurations managed on a worldwide basis, thereby reducing their costs.
They also enable companies to implement global IT standards by locking in specific product configurations worldwide.
NOTE: Processor numbers are not a measure of performance. Processor availability is subject to change and may vary
by region/country.
Table 3. Processors
Description
Values
10th
10th
10th
10th
Generation
Intel Core
i7-10700
10th Generation
Intel Celeron
G-5900
Processors
10th
Generation
Intel Core
i5-10400
10th Generation
Intel Core
i7-10700F
Generation Generation Generation
Intel
Pentium
Gold
Intel Core
i3-10100
Intel Core
i5-10400F
G-6400
Wattage
58 W
65 W
65 W
6
65 W
6
65 W
8
65 W
8
58 W
Core count
Thread count
Speed
2
4
4
8
2
12
12
16
16
2
Up to 4.0
GHz
3.6 GHz to 2.9 GHz to 2.9 GHz to 2.9 GHz to 2.9 GHz to 4.8
4.3 GHz
Up to 3.4 GHz
4.3 GHz
12 MB
N/A
4.3 GHz
4.8 GHz
GHz
Cache
4 MB
6 MB
12 MB
16 MB
16 MB
N/A
2 MB
Integrated graphics
Intel UHD
Graphics
610
Intel UHD
Graphics
630
Intel UHD
Graphics
630
Intel UHD
Graphics
630
Intel UHD
Graphics 610
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Chipset
Table 4. Chipset
Description
Chipset
Values
B460
10th Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 and Intel Pentium Gold G-6400
and Celeron G-5900
Processor
DRAM bus width
PCIe bus
64-bit
Up to Gen3
Operating system
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Windows 10 Home (64-bit)
Windows 10 Professional (64-bit)
Ubuntu 18.04
Memory
Table 5. Memory specifications
Description
Values
Slots
2 UDIMM slots
Type
DDR4
Speed
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2666 MHz
2933 MHz (supported on Core i7-10700 processor)
NOTE: Memory speed may be subject to change by
regions.
Maximum memory
Minimum memory
Memory per slot
64 GB
4 GB
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB
Configurations supported:
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4 GB: 1 x 4 GB
8 GB: 1 x 8 GB, 8 GB, 2 x 4 GB
12 GB: 1 x 4 GB and 1 x 8 GB
16 GB: 1 x 16 GB, 2 x 8 GB
32 GB: 1 x 32 GB, 2 x 16 GB
64 GB: 2 x 32 GB
Ports and connectors
Table 6. Ports and connectors
Description
Front
Values
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Table 6. Ports and connectors(continued)
Description
Values
USB
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Two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
Two USB 2.0 Type-A ports
Audio
One Universal audio jack
Back
Network
One RJ-45 Port 10/100/1000 Mbps
USB
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Two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
Two USB 2.0 Type-A ports with Smart Power On
Audio
Video
One Line-out re-tasking Line-in audio port
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One HDMI 1.4b port
One VGA port
NOTE: Video ports are not available with systems
configured with Intel Core i5-10400F and i7-10700F
processors.
Memory card reader
Security
SD 4.0 card reader (optional)
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One Kensington cable lock slot
One Padlock ring
Internal
Expansion
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One half-height PCIe x1 slot
One half-height PCIe x16 slot
M.2
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One M.2 2230 slot for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth card
One M.2 2230/2280 slot for solid-state drive
NOTE: To learn more about the features of different
types of M.2 cards, see the knowledge base article at
Communications
Ethernet
Table 7. Ethernet specifications
Description
Values
Model number
Realtek RTL8111HS
Transfer rate
10/100/1000 Mbps
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Wireless module
Table 8. Wireless module specifications
Description
Values
Model number
Intel Wireless-AC 3165
802.11ac 1x1 + Bluetooth
4.2
Intel Wireless-AC 9260 802.11ac 2x2 + Bluetooth 5.0 Realtek RTL8723DE
802.11bgn 1x1 +
Bluetooth v4.2
Transfer rate
Up to 433 Mbps
2.4 GHz/5 GHz
Up to 1.73 Gbps
2.4 GHz/5 GHz
Up to 150 Mbps
2.4 GHz/5 GHz
Frequency bands
supported
Wireless standards
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WiFi 802.11a/b/g
Wi-Fi 4 (WiFi
802.11n)
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WiFi 802.11a/b/g
Wi-Fi 4 (WiFi 802.11n)
Wi-Fi 5 (WiFi 802.11ac)
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WiFi 802.11a/b/g
Wi-Fi 4 (WiFi
802.11n)
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Wi-Fi 5 (WiFi
802.11ac)
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 4.2
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth 4.2
Audio
Table 9. Audio specifications
Description
Values
Type
Dual Channel High Definition Audio
Controller
Realtek ALC3246
Internal interface
External interface
Intel High Definition Audio Interface
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One Universal audio jack (front)
One Line-out re-tasking Line-in audio jack (rear)
Storage
Your computer supports one or more combination of the following configurations:
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One 3.5-inch, 7200 RPM, SATA hard drive
One M.2 Gen 3 PCIe x4 NVMe Solid State Drive
One 9.5 mm DVD +/- R/W tray type optical drive
The primary drive of your computer varies with the storage configuration. For computers:
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with a M.2 drive, the M.2 drive is the primary drive
without a M.2 drive, the 3.5-inch hard drive is the primary drive
NOTE: For dual 2.5-inch hard drive and Intel Optane memory configuration, you must disconnect the 2nd hard drive from
the controller to support Intel Optane memory in the Windows operating system.
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Table 10. Storage specifications
Storage type
Interface type
Capacity
3.5-inch, 7200 RPM, SATA hard-disk drive
M.2 Class 35 solid-state drive
SATA AHCI, up to 6 Gbps
Up to 2 TB
PCIe x4 NVMe
SATA AHCI
Up to 512 GB
8x Optical Disk Drive DVD +/- R/W
Supplier dependent
Table 11. 9.5 mm 8x Optical Disk Drive DVD Read/Write
Description
Values
Type
8x Optical Disk 9.5 mm Drive DVD +/- R/W tray type (optional)
External dimensions without bezel (W x H X D)
Weight (max)
8.0 mm (5.04 in)/ 9.5 mm (0.37 in)/ 126.1 mm (4.97 in)
140 g (0.39 lb)
SATA 1.5 Gb/s
Standard
Interface type and speed
Disc capacity
Internal buffer size
0.5 MB
Access time (typical)
Maximum data transfer rates
Writes
Supplier dependent
8x DVD/24x CD
8x DVD/24x CD
Reads
Power source
DC power requirement
DC current
5 V
1300 mA
Environmental Operating Conditions (Non-Condensing):
Operating Temperature Range
Relative Humidity Range
Maximum Wet Bulb Temperature
Altitude Range
5°C to 50°C
10% to 90% RH
29°C
0 m to 3048 m
Environmental Non-Operating Conditions (Non-
Condensing):
Operating Temperature Range
Relative Humidity Range
Maximum Wet Bulb Temperature
Altitude Range
-40°C to 65°C
5% to 95% RH
38°C
0 m to 10600 m
Media-card reader
NOTE: Media-card reader is mutually exclusive with a dual M.2 configuration.
Table 12. Media-card reader specifications
Description
Values
Type
SD 4.0 card reader (optional)
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Table 12. Media-card reader specifications(continued)
Description
Values
Cards supported
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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC)
Secure Digital (SD)
Power supply unit
Table 13. Power supply unit specifications
Description
Values
Type
D9 200 W EPA Bronze
90 VAC to 264 VAC
47 Hz to 63 Hz
3.20 A
Input voltage
Input frequency
Input current (maximum)
Output current (continuous)
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+12 VA/16.50 A
+12 VB/14 A
Standby mode:
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+12 VA/0.5 A
+12 VB/2.5 A
Rated output voltage
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+12 VA
+12 VB
Temperature range:
Operating
5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F)
Storage
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Video
Table 14. Integrated graphics specifications
Integrated graphics
Controller
External display support
Memory size
Processor
Intel UHD 610 Graphics
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VGA
HDMI 1.4b
Shared system memory
10th Generation Intel
Celeron and Pentium
Gold
Intel UHD 630 Graphics
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VGA
HDMI 1.4b
Shared system memory
10th Generation Intel
Core i3/i5/i7
processor
Table 15. Discrete graphics specifications
Discrete graphics
Controller
External display support
Memory size
2 GB
Memory Type
NVIDIA GeForce GT730
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One HDMI
One Dual Link DVI-D
GDDR5
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CMOS battery
Table 16. CMOS battery
Brand
Type
Voltage
Composition
Battery life
MITSUBISHI
CR2032
3.0 V
Lithium metal
Continuous Discharge Under 15 kΩ Load to 2.0 V
End-Voltage. 20℃ 2℃ 940 Hrs. or Longer.910
Hrs.or Longer after 12 mo.
Security
Table 17. Security
Security options
Kensington cable lock
Padlock
Vostro 3681
Supported
Supported
Data security
Table 18. Data security
Data security options
Values
Microsoft Windows BitLocker
Supported
Supported
Local hard drive data wipe through BIOS (secure erase)
Computer environment
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
Table 19. Computer environment
Description
Operating
10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Storage
Temperature range
-40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F)
Relative humidity (maximum)
Vibration (maximum)*
Shock (maximum)
20% to 80% (non-condensing)
0.26 GRMS
5% to 95% (non-condensing)
1.37 GRMS
40 G†
105 G†
Altitude (maximum)
0 m to 3048 m (0 ft to10,000 ft)
0 m to 10668 m (0 ft to 35,000 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.
‡ Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard-drive head is in parked position.
Energy Star and Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
Table 20. Energy Star and TPM
Features
Specifications
Energy Star
Compliant
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Table 20. Energy Star and TPM(continued)
Features
Specifications
Discrete TPM
Optional
Environmental
Table 21. Environmental specifications
Feature
Recyclable packaging
Yes
No
BFR/PVC—free chassis
Vertical orientation packaging support
MultiPack packaging
Yes
Yes (DAO only)
Energy-Efficient Power Supply
ENV0424 compliant
Standard
Yes
NOTE: Wood‐based fiber packaging contains a minimum of 35% recycled content by total weight of wood‐based fiber.
Packaging that contains without wood‐based fiber can be claimed as Not Applicable. Anticipated Required Criteria for
EPEAT Revision Effective 1H 2018.
Service and support
NOTE: For more details on Dell Service Plans, see https://www.dell.com/learn/us/en/19/services/warranty-support-
Table 22. Service and support
Vostro 3681
1-year Base Next Business Day On-site
Standard
warranty
2-4 Year Warranty1 Next Business Day
Optional
On-site2 (3-3-3)
ProSupport
Optional
Optional
Optional
ProSupport Plus
Accidental damage
1 For a copy of guarantees or limited warranties, write to Dell USA L.P., Attn: Warranties, One Dell Way, Round Rock, TX 78682. For more
2 Service may be provided by third party. Technician is dispatched if necessary, following phone-based troubleshooting. Subject to parts
availability, geographical restrictions, and terms of service contract. Service timing dependent upon time-of-day call placed to Dell. U.S.A
only.
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System setup
System setup enables you to manage your tabletdesktopnotebook hardware and specify BIOS level options. From the System setup, you
can:
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Change the NVRAM settings after you add or remove hardware
View the system hardware configuration
Enable or disable integrated devices
Set performance and power management thresholds
Manage your computer security
BIOS overview
The BIOS manages data flow between the computer's operating system and attached devices such as hard disk, video adapter, keyboard,
mouse, and printer.
Entering BIOS setup program
About this task
Turn on (or restart) your computer and press F2 immediately.
Boot menu
Press <F12> when the Dell logo appears to initiate a one-time boot menu with a list of the valid boot devices for the system. Diagnostics
and BIOS Setup options are also included in this menu. The devices listed on the boot menu depend on the bootable devices in the system.
This menu is useful when you are attempting to boot to a particular device or to bring up the diagnostics for the system. Using the boot
menu does not make any changes to the boot order stored in the BIOS.
The options are:
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UEFI Boot:
○
Windows Boot Manager
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Other Options:
○
○
○
○
BIOS Setup
BIOS Flash Update
Diagnostics
Change Boot Mode Settings
Navigation keys
NOTE: For most of the System Setup options, changes that you make are recorded but do not take effect until you
restart the system.
Keys
Navigation
Up arrow
Down arrow
Enter
Moves to the previous field.
Moves to the next field.
Selects a value in the selected field (if applicable) or follow the link in the field.
Expands or collapses a drop-down list, if applicable.
Spacebar
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Keys
Tab
Navigation
Moves to the next focus area.
Esc
Moves to the previous page until you view the main screen. Pressing Esc in the main screen displays a message
that prompts you to save any unsaved changes and restarts the system.
Boot Sequence
Boot Sequence allows you to bypass the System Setup–defined boot device order and boot directly to a specific device (for example:
optical drive or hard drive). During the Power-on Self Test (POST), when the Dell logo appears, you can:
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Access System Setup by pressing F2 key
Bring up the one-time boot menu by pressing F12 key
The one-time boot menu displays the devices that you can boot from including the diagnostic option. The boot menu options are:
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Removable Drive (if available)
STXXXX Drive (if available)
NOTE: XXX denotes the SATA drive number.
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Optical Drive (if available)
SATA Hard Drive (if available)
Diagnostics
NOTE: Choosing Diagnostics, will display the diagnostics screen.
The boot sequence screen also displays the option to access the System Setup screen.
System setup options
NOTE: Depending on this computer and its installed devices, the items listed in this section may or may not appear.
Table 23. System setup options—System information menu
General-System Information
System Information
BIOS Version
Displays the BIOS version number.
Service Tag
Displays the Service Tag of the computer.
Displays the Asset Tag of the computer.
Displays the ownership tag of the computer.
Displays the manufacture date of the computer.
Displays the ownership date of the computer.
Displays the express service code of the computer.
Asset Tag
Ownership Tag
Manufacture Date
Ownership Date
Express Service Code
Memory Information
Memory Installed
Memory Available
Memory Speed
Memory Channel Mode
Memory Technology
DIMM 1 Size
Displays the total computer memory installed.
Displays the total computer memory available.
Displays the memory speed.
Displays single or dual channel mode.
Displays the technology used for the memory.
Displays the DIMM 1 memory size.
DIMM 2 Size
Displays the DIMM 2 memory size.
PCI Information
SLOT2
Displays the PCI information of the computer.
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Table 23. System setup options—System information menu(continued)
General-System Information
SLOT3
Displays the PCI information of the computer.
Displays the PCI information of the computer.
SLOT5_M.2
Processor Information
Processor Type
Core Count
Displays the processor type.
Displays the number of cores on the processor.
Displays the processor identification code.
Displays the current processor clock speed.
Displays the minimum processor clock speed.
Displays the maximum processor clock speed.
Displays the Processor L2 Cache size.
Processor ID
Current Clock Speed
Minimum Clock Speed
Maximum Clock Speed
Processor L2 Cache
Processor L3 Cache
HT Capable
Displays the Processor L2 Cache size.
Displays whether the processor is HyperThreading (HT) capable.
Displays whether 64-bit technology is used.
64-Bit Technology
Device Information
SATA-0
Displays the SATA device information of the computer.
Displays the SATA device information of the computer.
Displays the M.2 PCIe SSD information of the computer.
Displays the LOM MAC address of the computer.
SATA-1
M.2 PCIe SSD-2
LOM MAC Address
Video Controller
Audio Controller
Wi-Fi Device
Displays the video controller type of the computer.
Displays the audio controller information of the computer.
Displays the wireless device information of the computer.
Displays the bluetooth device information of the computer.
Bluetooth Device
Boot Sequence
Boot Sequence
Displays the boot sequence.
Boot List Option
UEFI Boot Path Security
Always,Except Internal HDD
Displays the available boot options.
Enable or disable the system to prompt the user to enter the Admin password when
booting a UEFI boot path from the F12 boot menu. Default: Enabled
Enable or disable the system to prompt the user to enter the Admin password when
booting a UEFI boot path from the F12 boot menu. Default: Disabled
Always
Enable or disable the system to prompt the user to enter the Admin password when
booting a UEFI boot path from the F12 boot menu. Default: Disabled
Never
Displays the current date in MM/DD/YY format and current time in HH:MM:SS
AM/PM format.
Date/Time
Table 24. System setup options—System Configuration menu
System Configuration
Integrated NIC
Enable UEFI Network Stack
SATA Operation
Drives
Controls the on-board LAN controller.
Enable or disable UEFI Network Stack.
Configure operating mode of the integrated SATA hard drive controller.
Enable or disable various drives on board.
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Table 24. System setup options—System Configuration menu(continued)
System Configuration
SATA-0
Displays the SATA device information of the computer.
SATA-1
Displays the SATA device information of the computer.
Displays the M.2 PCIe SSD information of the computer.
Enable or disable SMART Reporting during system startup.
M.2 PCIe SSD-2
SMART Reporting
USB Configuration
Enable USB Boot Support
Enable or disable booting from USB mass storage devices such as external hard
drive, optical drive, and USB drive.
Enable front USB Port
Enable rear USB Port
Front USB Configuration
Rear USB Configuration
Audio
Enable or disable the front USB ports.
Enable or disable the rear USB ports.
Enable or disable the front USB ports.
Enable or disable the rear USB ports.
Enable or disable the integrated audio controller.
Enable or disable various onboard devices.
Miscellaneous Devices
Table 25. System setup options—Video menu
Video
Multi-Display
Enable or disable multiple displays.
Set or change the primary display.
Primary Display
Table 26. System setup options—Security menu
Security
Admin Password
Set, change, or delete the administrator password.
System Password
Set, change, or delete the system password.
Internal HDD-0 Password
Password Configuration
Set, change, or delete the internal hard-disk drive password.
Control the minimum and maximum number of characters allowed for Admin and
System passwords.
Password Change
Enable or disable changes to the System and Hard Disk passwords when an
administrator password is set.
UEFI Capsule Firmware Updates
PTT Security
Enable or disable BIOS updates through UEFI capsule update packages.
PTT On
Enable or disable Platform Trust Technology (PTT) visibility to the operating system.
Default: Disabled
Clear
PPI ByPass for Clear Command
Enable or disable the TPM Physical Presence Interface (PPI). When enabled, this
setting will allow the OS to skip BIOS PPI user prompts when issuing the Clear
command. Changes to this setting take effect immediately.Default: Disabled
Absolute(R)
Enable or disable the BIOS module interface of the optional Computrace(R) Service
from Absolute Software.
Admin Setup Lockout
Enable to prevent users from entering Setup when an Admin Password is set.
Master Password Lockout
Disables the master password support. Hard Disk passwords need to be cleared
before changing the setting.
SMM Security Mitigation
Enable or disable SMM Security Mitigation
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Table 27. System setup options—Secure Boot menu
Secure Boot
Secure Boot Enable
Secure Boot Mode
Enable or disable the secure boot feature.
Modifies the behavior of Secure Boot to allow evaluation or enforcement of UEFI
driver signatures.
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Deployed Mode-Default: Enabled
Audit Mode-Default: Disabled
Deployed Mode
Audit Mode
Enable or disable the deployed mode.
Enable or disable the audit mode.
Expert Key Management
Expert Key Management
Enable or disable Expert Key Management.
Custom Mode Key Management
Select the custom values for expert key management.
Table 28. System setup options—Intel Software Guard Extensions menu
Intel Software Guard Extensions
Intel SGX Enable
Enable or disable Intel Software Guard Extensions.
Enclave Memory Size
Set the Intel Software Guard Extensions Enclave Reserve Memory Size.
Performance
Multi Core Support
Intel SpeedStep
Enable multiple cores.
Default: Enabled.
Enable or disable Intel Speedstep Technology.
Default: Enabled.
NOTE: If enabled, the processor clock speed and core voltage are
adjusted dynamically based on the processor load.
C-States Control
Intel TurboBoost
HyperThread control
Enable or disable additional processor sleep states.
Default: Enabled.
Enable or disable Intel TurboBoost mode of the processor.
Default: Enabled.
Enable or disable HyperThreading in the processor.
Default: Enabled.
Power Management
AC Recovery
Sets what action the computer takes when power is restored.
Enable or disable Intel Speed Shift Technology.
Enable Intel Speed Shift Technology
Auto On Time
Enable to set the computer to turn on automatically every day or on a preselected
date and time. This option can be configured only if the Auto On Time is set to
Everyday, Weekdays or Selected Days.
Default: Disabled.
USB Wake Support
Deep Sleep Control
Wake on LAN/WLAN
Block sleep
Enable the USB devices to wake the computer from Standby.
Enables you to control the Deep Sleep mode support.
Enables the computer to be powered on by special LAN signals.
Enables you to block entering to sleep mode in OS environment.
POST Behavior
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Table 28. System setup options—Intel Software Guard Extensions menu(continued)
Intel Software Guard Extensions
Numlock LED
Keyboard Errors
Fastboot
Enables the NumLock function when computer boots.
Enables the keyboard error detection.
Enable to set the speed of the boot process.
Default: Thorough.
Extend BIOS POST Time
Full Screen Logo
Configure additional pre-boot delay.
Enable or disable to display full screen logo.
Warnings and Errors
Sets the boot process to pause when Warnings or Errors are detected.
Table 29. System setup options—Virtualization Support menu
Virtualization Support
Virtualization
Specify whether a Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) can utilize the additional
hardware capabilities provided by Intel Virtualization Technology.
VT for Direct I/O
Specify whether a Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) can utilize the additional
hardware capabilities provided by Intel Virtualization Technology for Direct I/O.
Table 30. System setup options—Wireless menu
Wireless
Wireless Device Enable
Enable or disable internal wireless devices.
Table 31. System setup options—Maintenance menu
Maintenance
Service Tag
Display the system’s Service Tag.
Asset Tag
Create a system Asset Tag.
SERR Messages
BIOS Downgrade
Data Wipe
Enable or disable SERR messages.
Control flashing of the system firmware to previous revisions.
Enable to securely erase data from all internal storage devices.
BIOS Recovery
Enable the user to recover from certain corrupted BIOS conditions from a recovery
file on the user primary hard drive or an external USB key.
Table 32. System setup options—System Logs menu
System Logs
BIOS Events
Display BIOS events.
Table 33. System setup options—SupportAssist System Resolution menu
SupportAssist System Resolution
Auto OS Recovery Threshold
Control the automatic boot flow for SupportAssist System Resolution Console and
for Dell OS Recovery tool.
System and setup password
Table 34. System and setup password
Password type
Description
System password
Password that you must enter to log on to your system.
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Table 34. System and setup password(continued)
Password type
Description
Setup password
Password that you must enter to access and make changes to the
BIOS settings of your computer.
You can create a system password and a setup password to secure your computer.
CAUTION: The password features provide a basic level of security for the data on your computer.
CAUTION: Anyone can access the data stored on your computer if it is not locked and left unattended.
NOTE: System and setup password feature is disabled.
Assigning a system setup password
Prerequisites
You can assign a new System or Admin Password only when the status is in Not Set.
About this task
To enter the system setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or reboot.
Steps
1. In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select Security and press Enter.
The Security screen is displayed.
2. Select System/Admin Password and create a password in the Enter the new password field.
Use the following guidelines to assign the system password:
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A password can have up to 32 characters.
The password can contain the numbers 0 through 9.
Only lower case letters are valid, upper case letters are not allowed.
Only the following special characters are allowed: space, (”), (+), (,), (-), (.), (/), (;), ([), (\), (]), (`).
3. Type the system password that you entered earlier in the Confirm new password field and click OK.
4. Press Esc and a message prompts you to save the changes.
5. Press Y to save the changes.
The computer reboots.
Deleting or changing an existing system setup password
Prerequisites
Ensure that the Password Status is Unlocked (in the System Setup) before attempting to delete or change the existing System and
Setup password. You cannot delete or change an existing System or Setup password, if the Password Status is Locked.
About this task
To enter the System Setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or reboot.
Steps
1. In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press Enter.
The System Security screen is displayed.
2. In the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is Unlocked.
3. Select System Password, alter or delete the existing system password and press Enter or Tab.
4. Select Setup Password, alter or delete the existing setup password and press Enter or Tab.
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NOTE: If you change the System and/or Setup password, re enter the new password when prompted. If you delete
the System and Setup password, confirm the deletion when prompted.
5. Press Esc and a message prompts you to save the changes.
6. Press Y to save the changes and exit from System Setup.
The computer restarts.
Clearing CMOS settings/RTC reset
About this task
CAUTION: Clearing CMOS settings will reset the BIOS settings on your computer as well as reset the Real-Time Clock
on your BIOS.
Steps
1. Press and hold the power button for 30 seconds.
2. Release the power button and allow the system to boot.
Clearing BIOS (System Setup) and System passwords
About this task
NOTE: To conduct a BIOS and System password reset, you must call the Dell Tech Support number in your region.
Steps
1. Key in your computer's service tag number into the locked BIOS/system setup screen.
2. Convey the code generated to the Dell Tech Support agent.
3. The Dell Tech Support agent will provide a 32 character Master System Password that can be used to access the locked BIO/system
setup.
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Software
This chapter details the supported operating systems along with instructions on how to install the drivers.
Downloading Windows drivers
Steps
1. Turn on the notebook.
2. Go to Dell.com/support.
3. Click Product Support, enter the Service Tag of your notebook, and then click Submit.
NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the auto detect feature or manually browse for your notebook model.
4. Click Drivers and Downloads.
5. Select the operating system installed on your notebook.
6. Scroll down the page and select the driver to install.
7. Click Download File to download the driver for your notebook.
8. After the download is complete, navigate to the folder where you saved the driver file.
9. Double-click the driver file icon and follow the instructions on the screen.
System device drivers
Verify if the system device drivers are already installed in the system.
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Serial IO driver
Verify if the drivers for Touchpad, IR camera, and keyboard and are installed.
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Figure 1. Serial IO driver
Security drivers
Verify if the security drivers are already installed in the system.
USB drivers
Verify if the USB drivers are already installed in the computer.
Network adapter drivers
Verify if the Network adapter drivers are already installed in the system.
Realtek Audio
Verify if audio drivers are already installed in the computer.
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Storage controller
Verify if the storage control drivers are already installed in the system.
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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 35. Self-help resources
Self-help resources
Resource location
Information about Dell products and services
Dell Support
Tips
Contact Support
In Windows search, type Contact Support, and press Enter.
Online help for operating system
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Windows: https://www.dell.com/support/windows
Troubleshooting information, user manuals, set up instructions,
product specifications, technical help blogs, drivers, software
updates, and so on.
Dell knowledge base articles for various of system concerns:
2. Type the subject or keyword in the Search box.
3. Click Search to retrieve the related articles.
Learn and get more information about your product:
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and
service options. 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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Product specifications
Operating system
Setting up and using your product
Data backup
Troubleshooting and diagnostics
Factory and system restore
BIOS information
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Select Detect Product.
Locate your product through the drop-down menu under View
Products.
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Enter the Service Tag number or Product ID in the search
bar.
Once on product support page, scroll down to Manuals and
Documents section to preview all the Manuals, documents, and
other information for your product.
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Contacting Dell
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. 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. Availability varies by country/region and
product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
2. Select your country/region from the drop-down menu on the lower right corner of the page.
3. For customized support:
a. Enter your system Service Tag in the Enter your Service Tag field.
b. Click submit.
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The support page that lists the various support categories is displayed.
4. For general support:
a. Select your product category.
b. Select your product segment.
c. Select your product.
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The support page that lists the various support categories is displayed.
NOTE: The Contact Technical Support page is displayed with details to call, chat, or email the Dell Global Technical
Support team.
NOTE: Availability varies by country/region and product, and some services may not be available in your area.
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