Latitude 3550 Owner's Manual

Set up your Latitude 3550

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.
2. Finish the operating system setup.
   For Ubuntu:

   Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. For more information about installing and configuring Ubuntu, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at Dell Support Site.

   For Windows:

   Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. When setting up, Dell Technologies recommends that you:

   • 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.
   • 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.

   Table 1. Locate Dell appsProvides the list of Dell apps on Latitude 3550.

   Resources	Description
   	MyDell (replaced with Dell Optimizer) MyDell (replaced with Dell Optimizer) is a software application that offers you a single streamlined engagement platform including account access, device information, and hardware settings. This software delivers intelligent features that automatically fine-tune your computer for the best possible audio, power, and performance. Get the most out of your Dell device with intelligent, personalized technology from MyDell (replaced with Dell Optimizer). The following options can be customized in MyDell (replaced with Dell Optimizer): Application Audio Power Color and Display Presence detection For more information about how to use MyDell (replaced with Dell Optimizer), see product guides at Dell Support Site.
   	Dell Product Registration Register your computer with Dell.
   	Dell Help & Support Access help and support for your computer.
   	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 must make computer updates. SupportAssist proactively checks the health of your computer 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 the Windows operating system. For more information, see SupportAssist for Business PCs manuals at Support Assist for Business PCs. NOTE:In SupportAssist, click the warranty expiry date to renew or upgrade your warranty.
   	SupportAssist SupportAssist proactively and predictively identifies hardware and software issues on your computer and automates the engagement process with Dell Technical support. It addresses performance and stabilization issues, prevents security threats, monitors, and detects hardware failures. For more information, see SupportAssist for Home PCs User's Guide at SupportAssist for Home PCs. 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. For more information about using Dell Update, see the product guides and third-party license documents at Dell Support Site.
   	Dell Digital Delivery Download software applications, which are purchased but not preinstalled on your computer. For more information about using Dell Digital Delivery, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at Dell Support Site.