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Precision 3480 Owner's Manual

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Image: Left view of Precision 3480

  1. Network port

    Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for network or Internet access, with a transfer rate of 10/100/1000 Mbps.

  2. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port

    Connect devices such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.

  3. Thunderbolt 4.0 with DisplayPort Alt Mode/USB Type-C/USB4/Power Delivery

    Supports USB4, DisplayPort 1.4, Thunderbolt 4 and also enables you to connect to an external display using a display adapter. Supports data transfer rates of up to 40 Gbps for USB4 and Thunderbolt 4.

    NOTE:You can connect a Dell Docking Station to the Thunderbolt 4 ports. For more information, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at Dell Support Site.
    NOTE: A USB Type-C to DisplayPort adapter (sold separately) is required to connect a DisplayPort device.
    NOTE: USB4 is backward compatible with USB 3.2, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3.
    NOTE: Thunderbolt 4 supports two 4K displays or one 8K display.
  4. Thunderbolt 4.0 with DisplayPort Alt Mode/USB Type-C/USB4/Power Delivery

    Supports USB4, DisplayPort 1.4, Thunderbolt 4 and also enables you to connect to an external display using a display adapter. Supports data transfer rates of up to 40 Gbps for USB4 and Thunderbolt 4.

    NOTE:You can connect a Dell Docking Station to the Thunderbolt 4 ports. For more information, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at Dell Support Site.
    NOTE: A USB Type-C to DisplayPort adapter (sold separately) is required to connect a DisplayPort device.
    NOTE: USB4 is backward compatible with USB 3.2, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3.
    NOTE: Thunderbolt 4 supports two 4K displays or one 8K display.
  5. Power and battery-status light

    Indicates the power state and battery state of the computer.

    Solid white—Power adapter is connected and the battery is charging.

    Solid amber—Battery charge is low or critical.

    Off—Battery is fully charged.

    NOTE:On certain computer models, the power and battery-status light are also used for diagnostics. For more information, see the Troubleshooting section in your computer’s Service Manual.
  6. nano-SIM slot (optional)

    Insert a nano-SIM card to connect to a mobile broadband network.

  7. Smart-card reader (optional)

    Using smart card provides authentication in corporate networks.


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