Contents 1 Set up your Latitude 5401..........................5 2 Create a USB recovery drive for Windows..................... 7 3 Chassis overview............................8 Display view..................................8 Left view....................................9 Right view..................................10 Palmrest view..................................11 Bottom view..................................13 4 Technical specifications..........................14 Chipset....................................14 Processors..................................14 Memory....................................15...
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Updating BIOS on systems with BitLocker enabled....................47 Updating your system BIOS using a USB flash drive.....................47 System and setup password............................48 Assigning a system setup password........................48 Deleting or changing an existing system setup password..................49 8 Getting help..............................50 Contacting Dell.................................50 Contents...
To conserve battery power, the battery might enter power saving mode. Connect the power adapter and press the power button to turn on the computer. 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.
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Table 1. Locate Dell apps Resources Description 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. SupportAssist Pro-actively checks the health of your computer’s hardware and software.
A message appears, indicating that all data in the USB flash drive will be deleted. Click Create. Click Finish. For more information about reinstalling Windows using the USB recovery drive, see the Troubleshooting section of your product's Service Manual at www.dell.com/support/manuals. Create a USB recovery drive for Windows...
Identifier GUID-E2915B54-6C0A-41EB-9BAD-A5EE2F68190F Status Released Chassis overview Topics: • Display view • Left view • Right view • Palmrest view • Bottom view Identifier GUID-6EA8D55F-CE6F-47C3-B17E-DFEF46B2B092 Status Released Display view Chassis overview...
Array microphone Camera shutter Camera Camera status light Array microphone LCD panel LED activity light Identifier GUID-98DA4F7C-EECF-45EE-B79A-881FFA8ABF9C Status Released Left view Power connector port USB 3.1 Gen 2(USB Type-C) port with Thunderbolt USB 3.1 Gen 1 port Smart card reader (optional) Chassis overview...
Identifier GUID-BAAE19B3-EA97-46A6-8033-9D1DA79CBF78 Status Released Right view microSD card reader micro-SIM card slot (optional) Headset/ Microphone port USB 3.1 Gen 1 port USB 3.1 Gen 1 port with PowerShare HDMI port Network port Wedge-shaped lock slot Chassis overview...
Identifier GUID-8C870C06-D314-4B02-A718-74F7B8030637 Status Released Palmrest view Power button with optional fingerprint Keyboard Contactless smart card reader (optional) Touchpad Chassis overview...
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Power button with optional fingerprint Keyboard Touchpad Chassis overview...
Identifier GUID-26CC9B57-795F-4689-8649-667D70D1F3BD Status Released Technical specifications NOTE: Offerings may vary by region. The following specifications are only those required by law to ship with your computer. For more information about the configuration of your computer, go to Help and Support in your Windows operating system and select the option to view information about your computer.
Description Values One Universal Jack (headset + mic phone in + line in support) port Audio One HDMI 2.0 port Video Media card reader One SD-card slot (Optional), One microSD- card slot Docking port Supported Power adapter port Wedge-shaped lock slot Security Table 6.
Identifier GUID-7DF32F47-45CF-4A08-AD99-B01EEC4F3CE6 Status Released Dimensions and weight Table 8. Dimensions and weight Description Values Height: 20.4 mm (0.8 in.) Front 22.85 mm (0.9 in.) Rear 323.05 mm (12.72 in.) Width 216 mm (8.5 in.) Depth Weight 1.53 kg (3.37 lb) NOTE: The weight of your computer depends on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing variability.
Wireless module Table 10. Wireless module specifications Description Values Intel Dual Band Wireless AC Qualcomm QCA61x4A (DW1820) Intel AX200 + Bluetooth 5.0 Model number 9560 (802.11ac) 2x2 + Bluetooth 802.11ac Dual Band (2x2) Wireless Adapter + Bluetooth 4.2 1.73 Gbps 2400 Mbps Transfer rate •...
Identifier GUID-A15BD78F-A4E0-4BCD-8B25-353A630A4965 Status Released Keyboard Table 14. Keyboard specifications Description Values Type Standard keyboard QWERTY Layout Number of keys • United States and Canada: 81 keys • United Kingdom: 82 keys • Japan: 85 keys X=19.05 mm (0.75 in.) key pitch Size Y=19.05 mm (0.75 in.) key pitch Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them.
Description Values HD resolution (1280 x 720) Still image HD resolution (1280 x 720) at 30 fps Video Infrared camera Still image 340x340 340x340 at 30 fps Video Diagonal viewing angle 87 degree Camera 53 degree Infrared camera Identifier GUID-7DF9CC74-6113-4D68-BF0B-3809800CCC56 Status Released Touchpad...
Identifier GUID-1AA2477F-E41B-482D-9CF7-E5D81BBD5A52 Status Released Power adapter Table 17. Power adapter specifications Description Values Type E5 90 W E4 130 W 7.4mm 7.4 mm Diameter (connector) 100 to 240 VAC 100 to 240 VAC Input voltage 50 to 60 Hz 50 to 60 Hz Input frequency 1.6 A 1.8 A...
Released Security options—Contacted smartcard reader Table 25. Contacted smartcard reader Title Description Dell ControlVault 3 Smartcard reader ISO 7816 -3 Class A Card Support Reader capable of reading 5V powered smartcard ISO 7816 -3 Class B Card Support Reader capable of reading 3V powered...
Title Description Dell ControlVault 3 Smartcard reader T=1 support Cards support block level transmission EMVCo Compliant Compliant with EMVCo (for electronic payment standards) smartcard standards as posted to www.emvco.com EMVCo Certified Formally certified based on EMVCO smartcard standards PC/SC OS interface...
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Circuit Card Interface Device for OS level drivers Windows Certified Device certified by Microsoft WHCK Dell ControlVault support Device connects to Dell ControlVault for usage and processing Prox (Proximity) (125kHz) Card support Reader and software capable of supporting Prox/Proximity/125kHz contactless cards NOTE: 125 Khz proximity cards are not supported.
Identifier GUID-A6E53F63-BEBC-4082-847B-8E406F46F4D1 Status Released Keyboard shortcuts NOTE: Keyboard characters may differ depending on the keyboard language configuration. Keys used for shortcuts remain the same across all language configurations. Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These keys can be used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions.
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Function key Redefined key (for multimedia control) Behavior Decrease brightness Increase brightness The Fn key is also used with selected keys on the keyboard to invoke other secondary functions. Table 30. List of keyboard shortcuts Function key Behavior Turn off/on wireless Pause/Break Sleep Toggle scroll lock...
Released Downloading drivers Turn on the tablet. Go to Dell.com/support. Click Product Support, enter the Service Tag of your tablet, and then click Submit. NOTE: If you do not have the Service Tag, use the auto detect feature or manually browse for your tablet model.
Boot menu Press <F12> when the Dell logo appears to initiate a one-time boot menu with a list of the valid boot devices for the system. Diagnostics and BIOS Setup options are also included in this menu. The devices listed on the boot menu depend on the bootable devices in the system.
Boot Sequence allows you to bypass the System Setup–defined boot device order and boot directly to a specific device (for example: optical drive or hard drive). During the Power-on Self Test (POST), when the Dell logo appears, you can: •...
Identifier GUID-8239B7B5-4DDF-4B0D-8826-C7AD4B422DBA Status Released General options Table 31. General Option Description System Information Displays the following information: • System Information: Displays BIOS Version, Service Tag, Asset Tag, Ownership Tag, Manufacture Date, Ownership Date, and the Express Service Code. • Memory Information: Displays Memory Installed, Memory Available, Memory Speed, Memory Channel Mode, Memory Technology, DIMM A size, and DIMM B size •...
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Option Description • Enabled w/PXE = The internal LAN is enabled (with PXE boot) (selected by default) SATA Operation Allows you to configure the operating mode of the integrated hard drive controller. • Disabled = The SATA controllers are hidden •...
Option Description • 5 sec • 10 sec-enabled by default • 15 sec • 30 sec • 1 min • 5 min • 15 min • Never The Keyboard Backlight Timeout dims out with the Battery option. The main keyboard illumination Keyboard Backlight Timeout on feature is not affected.
NOTE: The video setting is visible only when a video card is installed into the system. Identifier GUID-56AEA98C-A20E-4E08-A890-4E90CB1DC534 Status Released Security Table 33. Security Option Description Admin Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the admin password. System Password Allows you to set, change, and delete the system password.
Option Description • Enabled - This option is selected by default. • Disabled • Permanently Disabled OROM Keyboard Access This option determines whether users are able to enter Option ROM configuration screen via hotkeys during boot. • Enabled (default) • Disabled •...
Option Description • Reset All Keys- Resets to default setting • Delete All Keys- Deletes all the keys NOTE: If you disable the Custom Mode, all the changes made will be erased and the keys will restore to default settings. Identifier GUID-BC55A786-5F9E-45BF-8423-2E396363DAE0 Status...
Option Description • Allows you to enable or disable the Intel SpeedStep mode of Intel SpeedStep processor. • Enable Intel SpeedStep This option is set by default. Allows you to enable or disable the additional processor sleep C-States Control states. •...
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Adaptive—enabled by default Configuration • Standard—Fully charges your battery at a standard rate. • ExpressCharge—The battery charges over a shorter time using Dell’s fast charging technology. • Primarily AC use • Custom If Custom Charge is selected, you can also configure Custom Charge Start and Custom Charge Stop.
Identifier GUID-D37FF18C-3501-42A9-86ED-BC2C55D43007 Status Released POST behavior Option Description Adapter Warnings Allows you to enable or disable the system setup (BIOS) warning messages when you use certain power adapters. Default setting: Enable Adapter Warnings Numlock Enable Allows you to enable the Numlock option when the computer boots. Enable Network.
Identifier GUID-7D5BD7AF-9445-4121-9FA6-EA1D5A0A5C5F Status Released Manageability Option Description Intel AMT Allows you to provision AMT and MEBx Hotkey function is enabled, during the system boot. Capability • Disabled • Enabled - by default • Restrict MEBx Access MEBX Hotkey When enabled Intel AMT can be provisioned using the local provisioning file via a USB storage device. •...
Identifier GUID-D648CD97-102A-4033-9E06-6ACA2D7F177C Status Released Wireless Option Description Wireless Device Allows you to enable or disable the internal wireless devices. Enable • WLAN • Bluetooth All the options are enabled by default. Identifier GUID-17ED2FB6-8D85-40BB-8F73-6D53BE04E18C Status Released Maintenance screen Option Description Service Tag Displays the Service Tag of your computer.
If BitLocker is enabled, it must be suspended prior to updating the system BIOS, and then re-enabled after the BIOS update is completed. Restart the computer. Go to Dell.com/support. • Enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code and click Submit.
Insert the USB Flash drive into the system that requires the BIOS update. Restart the system and press F12 when the Dell Splash logo appears to display the One Time Boot Menu. Using arrow keys, select USB Storage Device and click Return.
Identifier GUID-859887F0-B1B4-4530-855E-100D4FDE930A Status Released System and setup password Table 37. System and setup password Password type Description System password Password that you must enter to log on to your system. Setup password Password that you must enter to access and make changes to the BIOS settings of your computer.
Identifier GUID-3D32F643-EE78-4538-9D89-34BDFB68E9F1 Status Released Deleting or changing an existing system setup password Ensure that the Password Status is Unlocked (in the System Setup) before attempting to delete or change the existing System and/or Setup password. You cannot delete or change an existing System or Setup password, if the Password Status is Locked. To enter the System Setup, press F2 immediately after a power-on or reboot.
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