Unbox Your Vostro
Congratulations on your new Dell Vostro! Your Vostro is sure to enhance your productivity and provide an exceptional user experience. Enjoy exploring all the amazing features and capabilities it has to offer.
Let us walk you through a quick overview of how to unbox and setup your new Vostro.
Unpack the box
- First, carefully remove the device from its packaging, ensuring not to damage any cables or accessories, and place it securely on a clean, flat surface.
- Ensure that all protective covers or films are also removed from the computer's screen, adapters, and other surfaces.
- Next, check for any cables, adapters, or accessories that may be included in the box and remove them as well.
NOTE: Do not discard the packaging until you complete setting up your computer. Retain the paperwork or guides that are shipped with your computer.

Connect your Vostro to a power source
WARNING: Dell Technologies recommends using the power cable or AC adapter provided with your device.
- Connect the power cable or AC adapter to the computer.
- Connect the power cable or AC adapter to a wall outlet that is always easily accessible.

Turn on your Vostro
Press the power button to turn on your Vostro and begin the set up process.

Next, let's set up your Vostro. Get started with Windows on your Vostro or set up your Vostro with Ubuntu.
Video Resources
This video walks you through the steps of unboxing your Vostro 16. The process includes removing protective pa
ckaging, uncovering the QR code for setup, and preparing the computer for use by removing protective paper and setting the computer on the table.
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