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Inspiron 22-3280 Setup and Specifications

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Set up your computer

  1. Set up the stand.

    Easel stand - Lift the stand riser.

    Image: Set up the easel stand on your .

    Pedestal stand

    1. Lift the stand riser.

      Image: Set up the pedestal stand on your .

    2. Attach the base.

      Image: Attach base to your .

    3. Tighten the captive screw to secure the base to the stand riser.

      Image: Tighten captive screw on your .

  2. Connect the keyboard and mouse.
    • NOTE: For setup instructions, see the documentation shipped with the keyboard and mouse.
  3. Connect the power adapter.
    • WARNING: Route the power-adapter cable through the routing guide on the stand to avoid potential damage to the power adapter and to avoid the unexpected system power-off when the stand is moved to a different orientation.

    Easel stand

    Image: Set up the easel stand on your .

    Pedestal stand

    Image: Set up pedestal Stand on your .

  4. Press the power button.

    Image: Press power button on your .

  5. Finish operating system setup.

    For Ubuntu:

    Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. For more information about configuring the Ubuntu install, see the knowledge base article SLN151664 at www.dell.com/support.

    For Windows:
    Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. When setting up, Dell 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.

  6. Locate and use Dell apps from the Windows Start menu—Recommended
    Table 1. Locate Dell apps . Provides the list of Dell apps on your computer.
    ResourcesDescription
    Image: Support Assist

    SupportAssist

    Pro-actively checks the health of your computer’s hardware and software. The SupportAssist OS Recovery tool troubleshoots issues with the operating system. For more information, see the SupportAssist documentation at www.dell.com/support.

    • NOTE: Renew or upgrade your warranty by clicking the warranty expiry date in SupportAssist.
    Image: Dell Update

    Dell Update

    Updates your computer with critical fixes and latest device drivers as they become available.

    Image: Dell Digital Delivery

    Dell Digital Delivery

    Download software applications, which are purchased but not pre-installed on your computer.

  7. Create recovery drive for Windows.
    • NOTE: It is recommended to create a recovery drive to troubleshoot and fix problems that may occur with Windows.
    For more information, see Create a USB recovery drive for Windows .

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