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XPS 15 9500 Setup and Specifications

Set up your XPS 15 9500

NOTE The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered.
  1. Connect the power adapter and press the power button.
    NOTE You can charge your XPS 15 9500 by connecting the power adapter to one of the Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) ports that are located on the left side of your computer or to the USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C) port located on the right side of your computer.
    Image: Connect the power adapter and press the power button on your XPS 15 9500Image: Connect cable and press power
    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 Windows setup.
    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.

  3. Locate and use Dell apps from the Windows Start menu—Recommended.
    Table 1. Locate Dell appsProvides the list of Dell apps onXPS 15 9500.
    Resources Description
    Image: My Dell

    My Dell

    Centralized location for key Dell applications, help articles, and other important information about your computer. It also notifies you about the warranty status, recommended accessories, and software updates if available.

    Image: Support Assist

    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 on www.dell.com/serviceabilitytools. To navigate to SupportAssist for Home PCs User's Guide, click SupportAssist and then, click SupportAssist for Home PCs User's Guide.

    NOTE In SupportAssist, click the warranty expiry date to renew or upgrade your warranty.
    Image: Dell Update

    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 knowledge base article SLN305843 at www.dell.com/support.

    Image: Dell Digital Delivery

    Dell Digital Delivery

    Download software applications, which are purchased but not pre-installed on your computer. For more information about using Dell Digital Delivery, see the knowledge base article 153764 at www.dell.com/support.


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