Dell XPS 12. Flips from more done to more fun. Reviewer s Guide

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1 Dell XPS 12 Flips from more done to more fun Reviewer s Guide

2 Table of Contents XPS Laptops Overview 3 Feature Overview 4-5 Product Specifications 6 Product Gallery 7-11 Performance Claims Services 14 Important Information 16 2

3 XPS Laptops XPS laptops marry the most elegant designs and premium experiences to enhance your work and personal success. This combination ultimately results in a beautifully crafted laptop with no compromises. Premium design - XPS laptops are thoughtfully designed for performance and function. Every material was selected to enhance its performance and every design decision made was made with purpose. XPS laptops are precision crafted from premium materials like machined aluminum, carbon fiber and hardened Corning Gorilla Glass for incredible durability and a superior experience. Ultimate experience While XPS laptops are thin and beautifully crafted, they also provide the most uncompromised experiences, from work to play. XPS laptops have all of the performance you need, packed into smaller, thinner and stunning designs. From eye-popping displays and innovative connectivity options, to features that easily allow you to move from home to work and back again, XPS products elevate your laptop experience. 3 *See page 16 for important information

4 XPS 12 Feature Overview Innovative flip hinge design Utility and elegance come together with the innovative flip hinge design. Flip the screen and fold it over the keyboard to elegantly transition from laptop to tablet usage. And it s tested to 20,000 cycles for longevity to keep up with your life. Two powerful devices in one XPS 12 takes no compromise to a whole new level. It elegantly blends performance and design, and provides two premium devices in one. By offering both a powerful Ultrabook and tablet in one device, you can carry one device instead of two. Powerful processors for performance The XPS 12 is faster with new 4th Generation Intel Core processors up to Core i7, which deliver performance for your most demanding tasks. In fact, The new XPS 12 is up to 1.6x faster than the previous generation XPS 12*. And with more speed comes more efficiency. The new XPS 12 provides up to 8 hours and 43 minutes* of run-time. Brilliant visuals and wide viewing angle Experience stunning brightness and clarity and make even the simplest task exceptional. The Full HD, 400-nit screen provides two times more pixels than standard HD display, delivering exceptionally clear and bright visuals for reading or photo and video viewing. Clearly see your content from almost any angle with a 170 o wide viewing angle. Designed for touch with Windows 8 Windows 8 and capacitive touch come together for a true touch optimized experience. The new Windows user interface lets you effortlessly navigate to your favorite sites or share content with all with the familiarity of touch input. 4 *See page 16 for important information

5 XPS 12 Feature Overview Crafted without compromise. The XPS 12 continues the stunning design tradition of the XPS line with premium materials in a sleek, mobile package. A machined aluminum frame around the panel and base provides rigidity and durability The carbon fiber composite base helps drive its lightness. It is strong like aluminum, and thin, but feels cooler to the touch. Finally, the edge-to-edge hardened Corning Gorilla Glass makes the panel impeccably strong and resists damage from scratches, drops, and bumps. Tap-to-share or tap-to-pair. Tap and connect NFC enabled devices like headphones or speakers or tap another Windows 8 device* to share photos, connect apps or share a website. The XPS 12, built with NFC (near field communications), makes it possible. IT-friendly. Dell has made it easier for IT departments to choose laptops that offer the security and services they value in a fit and finish executives and employees on the go now demand. Optional enterprise-friendly features include Trusted Platform Module for BitLocker Data Encryption, ProSupport * and Configuration Services such as static imaging and asset tagging. Wakes fast. The XPS 12 Convertible Ultrabook with solid state drive and Intel Rapid Start Technology* wakes up within seconds, ready to jump right back into everything you were doing when you closed the lid. This enables it to resume in a flash when you re ready, and ultra-low power consumption when you close the lid for standby mode. 5 *See page 16 for important information

6 Essential accessories for your XPS 12 You can maximize the versatility and performance of your XPS 12 Ultrabook with extras like Jabra Revo Wireless Headphones with NFC to control cable clutter. When you re on the go, protect your XPS 12 with a stylish leather sleeve and take a long a wireless mouse. For a more traditional desktop set up, connect to a Dell productivity dock, ultrawide monitor, and wireless keyboard and mouse. Jabra Revo Wireless Headphones with NFC Tap to pair with NFC for wireless freedom that doesn t skip a beat. Turntable Touch Control allows you to play, skip or pause music and manage calls. Dell KM714 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo Keep your desk clutter free with a modern wireless keyboard and mouse combo with Scissor Chiclet keys, Windows 8 gesture controls, and LED tracking. Dell S2740L 27 Monitor with LED Make your home base the ultimate in work and play. Virtually frameless, edge-to-edge glass and full HD (1920 X 1080) resolution give you a breathtaking view full of rich color and vivid details. XPS 12 Leather Sleeve Protecting your XPS 12 on the go is easy with a sleek, custom-fitted leather sleeve. Use it alone or slip it into a carrying case- a magnetic closure keeps your XPS secure and easily accessible. Dell WM514 Wireless Laser Mouse Designed to offer wireless freedom with Windows 8-enhanced functionality, the Dell wireless mouse provides precision laser tracking on virtually any surface. Dell USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Dual Video Docking Station Use two HD+ monitors at once and add super speed USB 3.0 capability when you connect your XPS 12 to this highperformance docking station. Plug all your devices into it so your laptop is free to pop out fast. 6 *See page 16 for important information

7 XPS 12 specifications Processor Options Dimensions (HxWxD) Dell XPS 12 Specifications 4th Generation Intel Core i5-4200u processor (3M Cache, up to 2.6 GHz) 4th Generation Intel Core i7-4500u processor (4M Cache, up to 3.0 GHz) 4th Generation Intel Core i7-4650u processor (4M Cache, up to 3.3 GHz) LE config Height: /(15-20 mm)/ Width: (317 mm)/ Depth 8.46 (215 mm) Starting at Weight* Starting at 3.35lbs (1.52 kg) Display Construction Memory* options Graphics* Battery AC Adapter SSD Options* Keyboard / Touchpad Wireless Connectivity Sound Webcam Ports and Connectors Software Operating System Options Standard Service IT-friendly options 12.5 Full HD, 400-nit, 1920 x 1080p; edge-to-edge Corning Gorilla Glass 170 wide viewing angle - 85 / 85 / 85 / 85 Capacitive touchscreen 10-finger touch support Machined aluminum Carbon fiber composite display back and base Magnesium palmrest with soft touch paint 4GB or 8GB dual channel DDR3L-RS 1600MHz Intel HD Graphics 4400 (5000 for 4650U processor); 512 MB dedicated video memory 50WHr battery; 6-Cell Lithium Ion (built-in)* *Battery is built-in to the laptop and is not replaceable by the customer. 45W AC adaptor 128GB, 256GB or 512GB SSD drive with Intel Rapid Start Technology* and Intel Smart Connect Technology* Standard full size, backlit chiclet keyboard; spill-resistant Glass integrated button touchpad with gesture support Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260 with Intel Smart Connect Technology*+ Bluetooth 4.0 Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) 3.0 ready* Intel Smart Connect Technology* Near Field Communications Realtek ALC3260; dual digital-array microphones in the camera assembly Waves MaxxAudio ; 2W x1 = 2W total 1.3MP widescreen HD webcam; 1280 x 1024 pixels with dual digital-array digital microphones 1, 9-pin USB 3.0 port; 1, 9-pin USB 3.0 port with PowerShare and Windows debugging; 1, 20-pin minidisplay port; 1, headphone/microphone combo port, Battery Gauge, Windows, Screen Rotate, Volume Up/Dn, Noble Lock Skype *, Internet Explorer, My Dell Support application, Getting Started with Windows 8 tutorial Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro Consumer: 1 Year enhanced support (1-yr In-Home Service after Remote Diagnosis* and 1-Yr Premium Phone Support). Commercial: 1 Year Dell ProSupport * and Onsite Service after Remote Diagnosis* Configuration services: static imaging, BIOS settings, asset tagging Dell ProSupport * Accidental Damage Service* BitLocker Data Encryption with TPM (note: Bitlocker only available with Windows 8 Pro) Gigabit Ethernet Dongle (USB to RJ45) supporting PXE boot (imaging and wake on LAN) Dell Driver Cab files for OS deployment 7 *See page 16 for important information

8 Product Gallery

9 XPS 12 Front view Flip hinge display Dual array digital mics 1.3MP webcam Gorilla Glass Full size, backlit keyboard Magnesium alloy palmrest with soft touch paint Glass integrated button touchpad with gesture support 9

10 XPS 12 Tablet mode Dual array digital mics Gorilla Glass display 1.3MP webcam Tablet mode button 10

11 XPS 12 Side Views Air vent USB 3.0 (2) AC Power Battery status LEDs Battery gauge indicator (press circle for light) Mini DisplayPort 11 Rotation lock button Headset jack Noble lock Volume control Power switch Air vent

12 XPS 12 - Back view Machined aluminum Carbon fiber base Carbon fiber display back Metal plate with regulatory, service tag info underneath 12

13 XPS 12 claims 13 Consumer The new XPS 12 has up to a 1.6x (63%) overall performance improvement over the previous generation XPS 12*. The new XPS 12 is up to 1.6x (63%) faster than the previous generation XPS 12*. *Based on 3DMark 11 Performance Overall benchmark test performed by Dell labs in May 2013 on XPS 12 (9Q23): Intel Core i7 3517U (1.9GHz), 8GB memory, 256GB SSD and HD 4000 graphics vs. XPS 12 (9Q33): Intel Core i7 4500U (1.8GHz), 8GB memory, 256GB SSD and HD4400 graphics. Actual performance will vary based on configuration, usage and manufacturing variability. The new XPS 12 with Intel HD 4400 graphics delivers up to 1.6x (or up to 68%) more graphics performance than the previous generation with Intel HD 4000 graphics*. *Based on 3DMark 11 Performance Graphics benchmark test performed by Dell labs in May 2013 on XPS 12 (9Q23): Intel Core i7 3517U (1.9GHz), 8GB memory, 256GB SSD and HD 4000 graphics vs. XPS 12 (9Q33): Intel Core i7 4500U (1.8GHz), 8GB memory, 256GB SSD and HD4400 graphics. Actual performance will vary based on configuration, usage and manufacturing variability. Boot from cold in as little as 7 seconds. Whatever state your laptop is in, it comes back in a snap, less than 2 seconds when it s in sleep mode. State-of-the-art flip hinge so you easily move from tablet to notebook usage with the flip of the screen. XPS 12 is the chameleon of devices adapts to you and your computing needs Fast way to go from tablet to notebook usage. The convenience of two devices in one. Flexible to match the constant change in your work and personal lives. An outstanding combination of user focused design, power and style. The ideal convertible whether you are working or relaxing. Jaw dropping clarity and brightness from full HD panel. 170 o viewing angle lets you clearly see your content from almost any angle. Only 12 convertible Ultrabook TM with elegant flip hinge design The combination of power and elegant transition only found through XPS 12 Only Dell offers the combination of performance and innovative flip hinge design with a 12 panel XPS 12 includes a Full HD screen that provides 97% more pixels or 2X more pixels than standard HD display delivering exceptionally clear and bright viewing for reading and photo & video viewing. XPS 12 includes a Full HD screen that provides 44% more pixels than an HD+ display delivering exceptionally clear and bright viewing for reading and photo & video viewing *See page 16 for important information

14 XPS 12 battery life Battery life processor Memory* hard drive* Graphics* Up to 8 hours, 43 minutes of battery life. 1 Core i5-4200u 4GB 128GB SSD Intel HD 4400 Up to 8 hours, 40 minutes of battery life.3 Core i7-4500u 8GB 256GB SSD Intel HD 4400 Up to 8 hours, 50 minutes of battery life.5 Core i7-4650u 8GB 256GB SSD Intel HD 5000 Over 2 hours (2hrs, 36 mins) more battery life than the previous gen XPS Over 2 hours (2hrs, 45 mins) more battery life than the previous gen XPS battery life: Tested system equipped with 4GB memory, Intel HD 4400 graphics, Intel Core i5-4200u, and 128GB SSD. Based on testing using the Mobile Mark 2012 battery life benchmark test. For more information about this benchmark test, visit Test results should be used only to compare one product with another and are not a guarantee you will experience the same battery life. Battery life may be significantly less than the test results and varies depending on your product s configuration, software, usage, operating conditions, power management settings and other factors. Maximum battery life will decrease with time and use. 2.Battery life improvement: Tested XPS 12 (9Q33) equipped with 4GB memory, Intel HD 4400 graphics, Intel Core i5-4200u, and 128GB SSD vs. XPS 12 (9Q23) equipped with Intel Core U, 4GB memory, 128GB SSD and HD 4000 graphics. Based on testing using the Mobile Mark 2012 battery life benchmark test. For more information about this benchmark test, visit Test results should be used only to compare one product with another and are not a guarantee you will experience the same battery life. Battery life may be significantly less than the test results and varies depending on your product s configuration, software, usage, operating conditions, power management settings and other factors. Maximum battery life will decrease with time and use. 3.battery life: Tested system equipped with 8GB memory, Intel HD 4400 graphics, Intel Core i7-4500u, and 256GB SSD. Based on testing using the Mobile Mark 2012 battery life benchmark test. For more information about this benchmark test, visit Test results should be used only to compare one product with another and are not a guarantee you will experience the same battery life. Battery life may be significantly less than the test results and varies depending on your product s configuration, software, usage, operating conditions, power management settings and other factors. Maximum battery life will decrease with time and use. 4.Battery life improvement: Tested XPS 12 (9Q33) equipped with 8GB memory, Intel HD 4400 graphics, Intel Core i7-4500u, and 256GB SSD vs. XPS 12 (9Q23) equipped with Intel Core i5-3517u, 8GB memory, 256GB SSD and HD 4000 graphics. Based on testing using the Mobile Mark 2012 battery life benchmark test. For more information about this benchmark test, visit Test results should be used only to compare one product with another and are not a guarantee you will experience the same battery life. Battery life may be significantly less than the test results and varies depending on your product s configuration, software, usage, operating conditions, power management settings and other factors. Maximum battery life will decrease with time and use. 5.battery life: Tested system equipped with 8GB memory, Intel HD 5000 graphics, Intel Core i7-4650u, and 256GB SSD. Based on testing using the Mobile Mark 2012 battery life benchmark test. For more information about this benchmark test, visit Test results should be used only to compare one product with another and are not a guarantee you will experience the same battery life. Battery life may be significantly less than the test results and varies depending on your product s configuration, software, usage, operating conditions, power management settings and other factors. Maximum battery life will decrease with time and use. 14

15 Services for XPS Laptops Consumer services America s Best Standard Support Enjoy more. Worry Less. Every XPS computer comes with 1 Year Premium Phone Service and 1-year In-Home Service after Remote Diagnosis*. It s America s Best Standard Support. IT-friendly services Dell ProSupport * - Support becomes easy, even with your increasingly complex needs by leveraging our ProSupport specialists you ll be able to get the same level of service you expect from your commercial systems with your XPS 12. Accidental Damage Service* Spills and drops happen. For those instances where your XPS laptop has been exposed to unintentional damage caused by liquid spills, electrical surges, or drops, Dell Accidental Damage Service* offers you peace of mind. This repair or replacement program enhances support for XPS laptops that is not included in your limited hardware warranty.* Configuration Services Receive your XPS 12 laptop ready to use right out of the box. We can load your image, customize the BIOS settings, apply asset tags prior to shipping you re your site. We can even provide asset reports which identify which specific systems have which tags. This service will help streamline the process of deploying your XPS 12 systems to your employees where every they may be located. And will help ensure consistency throughout your IT environment. 15 *See page 16 for important information

16 Important Information NFC: Must pair with other NFC-enabled devices. Files can be shared between Windows 8 plus NFC-enabled devices. Intel Smart Connect Technology: Requires an SSD or msata drive only and a recognized Internet connection. System must be on or in sleep mode with application running to update. Intel Rapid Start Technology: Requires a Solid-State Drive (SSD) or properly configured HDD + SSD. Hard Drives: GB means 1 billion bytes and TB equals 1 trillion bytes; actual capacity varies with preloaded material and operating environment and will be less. Graphics and shared memory: GB means 1 billion bytes and TB equals 1 trillion bytes; significant system memory may be used to support graphics, depending on system memory size and other factors. Skype: Skype service subject to third-party service subscription terms and conditions. Intel Wireless display: Requires an Intel wireless card, a compatible Media Adapter (sold separately) and an HDMI or composite AV-enabled display Notebook weight: Weights vary depending on configuration and manufacturing variability. ProSupport: Availability and terms of Dell Services vary by region. For more information, visit Accidental Damage Service: Service excludes theft, loss, and damage due to fire, flood or other acts of nature, or intentional damage. Customer may be required to return unit to Dell. For complete details, visit In-Home Service after Remote Diagnosis: Remote Diagnosis is determination by online/phone technician of cause of issue; may involve customer access to inside of system and multiple or extended sessions. If issue is covered by Limited Hardware and not resolved remotely, technician and/or part will be dispatched, usually in 1 or 2 business days following completion of Remote Diagnosis. Dell sells the following In-Home Service: Dell In-Home Service provided by Dell Marketing L.P. and, through TWG Innovative Solutions, Inc. (TWGIS), In-Home Service that is provided by National Product Care Company dba Texas National Product Care Company, Inc. (in TX), Service Saver, Incorporated (in AZ, FL, OK, and WI), and National Product Care Company (in remainder of U.S.). Third parties may be used to deliver the in-home service. Availability varies. Other conditions apply. For complete details about In-Home Service, visit Onsite Service after Remote Diagnosis: Remote diagnosis is determination by online/phone technician of cause of issue; may involve customer access to inside of system and multiple or extended sessions. If issue is covered by Limited Hardware Warranty [insert Limited Hardware Warranty link for non-print communications] and not resolved remotely, technician and/or part will be dispatched, usually within 1 business day following completion of Remote Diagnosis. Availability varies. Other conditions apply. Copyright 2013 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Intel and Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States of America and other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows 8 are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other trademarks or trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell disclaims proprietary interest in the marks and names of others. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without express written permission from Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. 16