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							OptionDescription•DisableAdmin Setup LockoutAllows you to prevent users from entering Setup when an Administrator password is set.
Default Setting: Disabled
Table 6. PerformanceOptionDescriptionMulti Core SupportThis field specifies whether the process will 
have one or all cores enabled. The 
performance of some applications will 
improve with the additional cores. This option 
is enabled by default. Allows you to enable or 
disable multi-core support for the processor. 
The options are:
•All (Default Setting)
•1
•2
Intel SpeedStepAllows you to enable or disable the Intel 
SpeedStep feature.
Default Setting: Enable Intel SpeedStep
C States ControlAllows you to enable or disable the additional 
processor sleep states.
Default Setting: The options C states, C3, C6, Enhanced C-states, and C7 options are 
enabled.
Intel TurboBoostAllows you to enable or disable the Intel 
TurboBoost mode of the processor.
Default Setting: Enable Intel TurboBoost
Hyper-Thread ControlAllows you to enable or disable the 
HyperThreading in the processor.
Default Setting: Enabled
Rapid Start TechnologyAllows you to set the Rapid Start Technology 
feature. This feature is enabled by default. You 
can define the Rapid Start timer value.Table 7. Power ManagementOptionDescriptionAC BehaviorAllows the computer to power-on automatically, when AC adapter is plugged. The  option is disabled.
•Wake on AC
Auto On TimeAllows you to set the time at which the computer must turn on automatically. The  options are:61 
						

							OptionDescription•Disabled (Default Setting)
•Every Day
•Weekdays
USB Wake SupportAllows you to enable the USB devices to wake the computer from standby mode. The option is disabled
•Enable USB Wake Support
Wireless Radio ControlAllows you to control the WLAN and WWAN radio. The options are:
•Control WLAN radio
•Control WWAN radio
Default Setting: both the options are disabled.
Wake on LAN/WLANThis option allows the computer to power up from the off state when triggered by a special LAN signal. Wake-up from the Standby state is unaffected by this setting 
and must be enabled in the operating system. This feature only works when the 
computer is connected to AC power supply.
•Disabled - Does not allow the system to power on by special LAN signals when 
it receives a wake-up signal from the LAN or wireless LAN. (Default Setting)
•LAN Only - Allows the system to be powered on by special LAN signals.
•WLAN Only
•LAN or WLAN
Block SleepAllows you to block the computer from entering into the sleep state. This option is 
disabled by default.
•Block Sleep (S3)
Primary Battery ConfigurationAllows you to define how to use the battery charge, when AC is plugged in. The options are:
•Standard Charge
•Express Charge
•Predominantly AC use
•Auto Charge (Default Setting)
•Custom Charge — you can set the percentage to which the battery must  charge.
NOTE: All charging modes may not be available for all the batteries.
Battery Slice ConfigurationAllows you to define how to charge the battery. The options are:
•Standard Charge
•Express Charge (Default Setting)
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							Table 8. POST BehaviorOptionDescriptionAdapter WarningsAllows you to activate the adapter warning messages when certain power adapters are used. This option is enabled by default.
•Enable Adapter Warnings
Mouse/TouchpadAllows you to define how the system handles mouse and touchpad input. The options are:
•Serial Mouse
•PS2 Mouse
•Touchpad/PS-2 Mouse (Default Setting)
Numlock EnableSpecifies if the NumLock function can be enabled when the computer boots. This option is enabled by default.
•Enable Numlock
Fn Key EmulationAllows you to match the  key feature of PS-2 keyboard with the  key feature in an internal keyboard. This option is enabled by default.
•Enable Fn Key Emulation
Keyboard ErrorsSpecifies whether keyboard related errors are reported when it boots. This option is enabled by default.
•Enable Keyboard Error Detection
POST HotkeysSpecifies whether the sign-on screen displays a message, that displays the keystroke sequence required to enter the BIOS Boot Option Menu.
•Enable F12 Boot Option menu — This option is enabled by default.
Table 9. Virtualization SupportOptionDescriptionVirtualizationSpecifies whether a Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) can utilize the additional  hardware capabilities provided by Intel Virtualization Technology.
•Enable Intel Virtualization Technology — Default Setting.
VT for Direct I/OEnables or disables the Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) from utilizing the additional  hardware capabilities provided by Intel Virtualization technology for direct I/O.
•Enable Intel Virtualization Technology for Direct I/O — Default Setting.
Table 10. WirelessOptionDescriptionWireless SwitchAllows you to determine which wireless device is controlled by the wireless switch. The options are:
•WWAN
•Bluetooth
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							OptionDescription•WLAN
All options are enabled by default.
Wireless Device EnableAllows you to enable or disable the wireless devices. The options are:
•WWAN
•Bluetooth
•WLAN
All options are enabled by default.
Table 11. MaintenanceOptionDescriptionService TagDisplays the service tag of your computer.Asset TagAllows you to create a system asset tag if an asset tag is not already set. This option is not set by default.Table 12. System LogsOptionDescriptionBIOS eventsDisplays the system event log and allows you to clear the log.Thermal EventsDisplays the thermal event logs and allows you to clear the thermal event log.Power EventsDisplays the power event logs and allows you to clear the power event log.
Updating the BIOS 
It is recommended to update your BIOS (system setup), on replacing the system board or if an update is available. For 
laptops, ensure that your computer battery is fully charged and connected to a power outlet
1.Re-start the computer.
2.Go to dell.com/support.
3.Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit.
NOTE: To locate the Service Tag, click Where is my Service Tag?
NOTE: If you cannot find your Service Tag, click Detect My Product. Proceed with the instructions on screen.
4.If you are unable to locate or find the Service Tag, click the Product Category of your computer.
5.Choose the Product Type from the list.
6.Select your computer model and the Product Support page of your computer appears.
7.Click Get drivers and click View All Drivers.
The Drivers and Downloads page opens.
8.On the Drivers and Downloads screen, under the Operating System drop-down list, select BIOS.
9.Identify the latest BIOS file and click Download File.
You can also analyze which drivers need an update. To do this for your product, click Analyze System for Updates 
and follow the instructions on the screen.
10.Select your preferred download method in the Please select your download method below window; click Download 
File
.
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							The File Download window appears.
11.Click Save to save the file on your computer.
12.Click Run to install the updated BIOS settings on your computer.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
System and Setup Password
You can create a system password and a setup password to secure your computer.
Password TypeDescriptionSystem passwordPassword that you must enter to log on to your system.Setup passwordPassword that you must enter to access and make changes to the BIOS settings of 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: Your computer is shipped with the system and setup password feature disabled.
Assigning a System Password and Setup Password
You can assign a new System Password and/or Setup Password or change an existing System Password and/or Setup 
Password
 only when Password Status is Unlocked. If the Password Status is Locked, you cannot change the System 
Password.
To enter a system setup, press  immediately after a power-on or re-boot.
1.In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press .
The System Security screen appears.
2.In the System Security screen, verify that Password Status is Unlocked.
3.Select System Password , enter your system password, and press  or .
Use the following guidelines to assign the system password:
•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, (”), (+), (,), (-), (.), (/), (;), ([), (\), (]),\
 (`).
Re-enter the system password when prompted.
4.Type the system password that you entered earlier and click OK.
5.Select Setup Password, type your system password and press  or .
A message prompts you to re-type the setup password.
6.Type the setup password that you entered earlier and click OK.
7.Press  and a message prompts you to save the changes.
8.Press  to save the changes.
The computer reboots.
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							Deleting or Changing an Existing System and/or Setup Password
Ensure that the Password Status is Unlocked (in the System Setup) before attempting to delete or change the existing 
System and/or Setup password. You cannot delete or change an existing System or Setup password, if the 
Password 
Status
 is Locked.
To enter the System Setup, press  immediately after a power-on or reboot.
1.In the System BIOS or System Setup screen, select System Security and press .
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  or .
4.Select Setup Password, alter or delete the existing setup password and press  or .
NOTE: If you change the System and/or Setup password, re-enter the new password when promoted. If you 
delete the System and/or Setup password, confirm the deletion when promoted.
5.Press  and a message prompts you to save the changes.
6.Press  to save the changes and exit from the System Setup.
The computer reboots.
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Diagnostics
If you experience a problem with your computer, run the ePSA diagnostics before contacting Dell for technical assistance. The purpose of running diagnostics is to test your computer's hardware without requiring additional 
equipment or risking data loss. If you are unable to fix the problem yourself, service and support personnel can use the 
diagnostics results to help you solve the problem.
 
Enhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment (ePSA) Diagnostics
The ePSA diagnostics (also known as system diagnostics) performs a complete check of your hardware. The ePSA is 
embedded with the BIOS and is launched by the BIOS internally. The embedded system diagnostics provides a set of 
options for particular devices or device groups allowing you to:
•Run tests automatically or in an interactive mode
•Repeat tests
•Display or save test results
•Run thorough tests to introduce additional test options to provide extra information about the failed device(s)
•View status messages that inform you if tests are completed successfully
•View error messages that inform you of problems encountered during testing
CAUTION: Use the system diagnostics to test only your computer. Using this program with other computers may 
cause invalid results or error messages.
NOTE: Some tests for specific devices require user interaction. Always ensure that you are present at the 
computer terminal when the diagnostic tests are performed.
1.Power-on the computer.
2.As the computer boots, press the  key as the Dell logo appears.
3.On the boot menu screen, select the Diagnostics option.
The Enhanced Pre-boot System Assessment window is displayed, listing all devices detected in the computer. The 
diagnostics starts running the tests on all the detected devices.
4.If you wish to run a diagnostic test on a specific device, press  and click Yes to stop the diagnostic test.
5.Select the device from the left pane and click Run Tests.
6.If there are any issues, error codes are displayed.
Note the error code and contact Dell.
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Troubleshooting Your Computer
You can troubleshoot your computer using indicators like Diagnostic Lights, Beep Codes, and Error Messages during the 
operation of the computer.
Device Status Lights
Table 13. Device Status LightsTurns on when you turn on the computer and blinks when the computer is in a power management mode.Turns on when the computer reads or writes data.Turns on steadily or blinks to indicate battery charge status.Turns on when wireless networking is enabled.
The device status LEDs are usually located either on the top or left side of the keyboard. They are used to display the 
storage, battery and wireless devices connectivity and activity. Apart from that they can be useful as a diagnostic tool  when there's a possible failure to the system.
The following table lists how to read the LED codes when possible errors occur.
Table 14. LED LightsStorage LEDPower LEDWireless LEDFault DescriptionBlinkingSolidSolidA possible processor failure has occurred.SolidBlinkingSolidThe memory modules are detected but has encountered an 
error.BlinkingBlinkingBlinkingA system board failure has occurred.BlinkingBlinkingSolidA possible graphics card/video failure has occurred.BlinkingBlinkingOffSystem failed on hard drive initialization OR System failed in 
Option ROM initialization.BlinkingOffBlinkingThe USB controller encountered a problem during 
initialization.SolidBlinkingBlinkingNo memory modules are installed/detected.BlinkingSolidBlinkingThe display encountered a problem during initialization.OffBlinkingBlinkingThe modem is preventing the system from completing POSTOffBlinkingOffMemory failed to initialize or memory is unsupported.68 
						

							Battery Status Lights
If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, the battery light operates as follows:
Alternately 
blinking amber 
light and white 
lightAn unauthenticated or unsupported non-Dell AC adapter is attached to your laptop.
Alternately 
blinking amber 
light with steady 
white lightTemporary battery failure with AC adapter present.
Constantly 
blinking amber 
lightFatal battery failure with AC adapter present.
Light offBattery in full charge mode with AC adapter present.
White light onBattery in charge mode with AC adapter present.
Technical Specification
NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. For more information regarding the configuration of your computer, click Start 
 (Start icon) → Help and Support, and then select the option to view information about your computer.
Table 15. System InformationFeatureSpecificationSystem ChipsetMobile Intel QM77 Express ChipsetDMA Channelstwo 82C37 DMA controllers with seven independently programmable  channelsInterrupt LevelsIntegrated I/O APIC capability with 24 interruptsBIOS Chip (NVRAM)96 Mb (12 MB)Table 16. ProcessorFeatureSpecificationProcessor type•Intel Core i5 and i7 Dual Core
•Intel Core i7 Quad Extreme
•Intel Core i7 Quad Core
L1 cacheUp to 32 KB cache depending on processor typeL2 cacheUp to 256 KB cache depending on processor typeL3 cacheUp to 8 MB cache depending on processor type69 
						

							Table 17. MemoryFeatureSpecificationTypeDDR3Speed1600 MHz and 1866 MHzConnectors•Intel Core i5 and i7 Dual Core processors — two  DIMM slots
•Intel Core i7 Quad Core and i7 Quad Extreme processors — four  
DIMM slots
Capacity1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GBMinimum Memory2  GBMaximum memory•Intel Core i5 and i7 Dual Core processors — 16 GB
•Intel Core i7 Quad Core and i7 Quad Extreme processors — 32 GB
Table 18. VideoFeatureSpecificationTypediscreteData busPCIe X16Video controller and memory:M4700•AMD FirePro M4000 with 1 GB GDDR5
•NVIDIA Quadro K1000M with 2 GB GDDR3
•NVIDIA Quadro K2000M with 2 GB GDDR3
M6700•AMD FirePro M6000 with 2 GB GDDR5
•NVIDIA Quadro K3000M with 2 GB GDDR5
•NVIDIA Quadro K4000M with 4 GB GDDR5
•NVIDIA Quadro K5000M with 4 GB GDDR5
Table 19. AudioFeatureSpecificationIntegrateddual-channel High-Definition audioTable 20. CommunicationFeatureSpecificationNetwork adapternetwork interface card capable of 10/100/1000 Mb/s communicationWireless•internal wireless local area network (WLAN)
•internal wireless wide area network (WWAN)
•bluetooth wireless support
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