XPS 17 9710 Setup and Specifications

Set up your XPS 17 9710

1. Connect the power adapter and press the power button.
   NOTE You can charge your XPS 17 9710 by connecting the power adapter to one of the USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4 ports that are located on either side of your computer.

   

   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 on XPS 17 9710.

   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 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 at www.dell.com/serviceabilitytools. Click SupportAssist and then, click SupportAssist for Home PCs. NOTE In SupportAssist, click the warranty expiry date to renew or upgrade your warranty.
   	Dell Update Updates your computer with critical fixes and latest device drivers as they become available. For more information on using Dell Update, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support.
   	Dell Digital Delivery Download software applications, which are purchased but not preinstalled on your computer. For more information on using Dell Digital Delivery, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support.