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Product Type Laptop
Brand System76
Model Darter Pro
Screen Size 14 inches
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Processor Intel Core i7 (11th Gen)
RAM 16 GB DDR4
Storage 256 GB SSD
Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Operating System Pop!_OS 20.04 LTS
Battery 4-cell 50Wh Lithium-ion
Dimensions 12.8 x 9.0 x 0.7 inches (325 x 229 x 17.8 mm)
Weight Approximately 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)
Connectivity Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
Ports 1 x USB-C, 2 x USB-A, 1 x HDMI, 1 x Headphone jack
Audio Stereo speakers, built-in microphone
Webcam 720p HD
Keyboard Backlit Chiclet keyboard
Trackpad Multi-touch gesture support
Power Supply 65W USB-C power adapter
Cooling Active fan cooling
Material Aluminum alloy chassis
Color Silver
Warranty 1-year limited warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - Darter Pro System76

How should I clean the laptop screen?
Use a soft, lint-free microfiber cloth slightly dampened with water or a screen cleaner. Avoid paper towels or abrasive materials. Spray the cloth, not the screen, and wipe gently in a circular motion. Never use alcohol or ammonia-based cleaners.
How can I extend battery life?
Reduce screen brightness, close unused applications, disable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi when not needed, and enable power-saving mode in Pop!_OS. Also, avoid full discharges; keep battery between 20% and 80% for optimal longevity.
Can I upgrade the RAM or storage?
Yes, the Darter Pro has two SODIMM slots for RAM (up to 64 GB) and one M.2 SSD slot. Refer to the manual for compatible components and installation steps. Ensure the laptop is powered off and unplugged before opening.
How do I reset the laptop to factory settings?
Boot the laptop and press the Space key repeatedly during startup to enter the recovery menu. Select 'Factory Reset' and follow the prompts. This will erase all data, so back up important files first.
How to connect to Wi-Fi?
Click the network icon in the top-right system tray, select your Wi-Fi network, enter the password, and click Connect. Ensure Wi-Fi is enabled; toggle it on in the network settings if needed.
How to turn on the keyboard backlight?
Press the Fn + F5 keys to cycle through backlight brightness levels (off, low, high). The backlight automatically turns off after a period of inactivity to save battery, but can be manually adjusted.
How do I update drivers and firmware?
Open the Pop!_Shop application, go to the 'Updates' tab, and install any available system updates. For firmware updates, run 'fwupdmgr refresh' and 'fwupdmgr update' in the terminal. The system will handle most drivers automatically.
How to perform a system backup?
Use the built-in Backups tool in Pop!_OS. Go to Settings > Backups, choose a destination (external drive or cloud), and schedule automatic or manual backups. Alternatively, use terminal tools like rsync or deja-dup.
My laptop is overheating. What should I do?
Ensure vents are not blocked, use the laptop on a hard surface, and clean dust from fans with compressed air. Check for high CPU usage via System Monitor. You can also adjust fan speed with system76-power tools or install 'tlp' for power management.
How to contact System76 support?
Visit the System76 Support page at support.system76.com, where you can submit a ticket, chat with a representative, or browse knowledge base articles. Include your model (Darter Pro) and serial number for faster assistance.

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USER MANUAL Darter Pro System76

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System76

Darter Pro (darp5)

Service manual

Revision history

AuthorDateVersionRemarks
Aaron Honeycutt2019-02-21Initial
Levi Portener2019-02-21Measurements
Aaron Honeycutt2019-09-25Update screw count
Thomas Zimmerman2019-09-26Match style to Galago Pro

Contents

Revision history

Hardware overview

External overview

Ports overview

Bottom case screw sizes

Front LED overview

Hardware keyboard shortcuts

External displays

Thunderbolt 3 and eGPU

Internal component overview

User-serviceable parts and repairs

Replacing the keyboard

Steps to replace the keyboard

Photo guide for keyboard replacement

Removing the bottom cover

Steps to remove the cover

Steps to replace the cover

Photo guide for bottom cover removal/replacement

Replacing the RAM

Steps to replace the RAM

Photo guide for replacing the RAM

Replacing an M.2/NVMe SSD

Steps to replace the M.2 drive

Replacing the CPU fan

Steps to replace the CPU fan

Replacing the CPU heatsink/thermal paste

Steps to replace the CPU heatsink/thermal paste

Replacing the CMOS battery

Steps to replace the CMOS battery

Replacing the internal battery

Steps to replace the internal battery

Replacing the WiFi/Bluetooth module

Steps to replace the WiFi/Bluetooth module

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BIOS utilities

Updating the BIOS

BIOS overview

Main menu

Advanced

Security

Boot

Specifications

Hardware overview

External overview

Ports overview

The Darter provides multiple connectivity options.

Power port USB 3.0 Type A USB 2.0 2-in-1 Audio Jack (Headphone + Microphone) 2-in-1 Audio Jack (Microphone + S/PDIF Optical)

Left side overview

Thunderbolt 3 / USB 3.1 Type-C combo USB 3.0 Type A MiniDP HDMI SD Card Reader Gigabit Ethernet port Kensington® Lock

Right side overview

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Bottom case screw sizes

The Darter has 3 sizes of screws for securing the bottom case.

M2 Under Keyboard x3 M2.5x6 Keyboard x2 M2 Perimeter X10

Front LED overview
D-/U III +

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IconColorDescription
System76 Darter Pro - External overview - 5OrangeDC power plugged in
GreenComputer is on
Blinking greenComputer is sleeping
System76 Darter Pro - External overview - 6OrangeBattery charging
GreenBattery fully charged
Blinking orangeBattery critically low
System76 Darter Pro - External overview - 7GreenAirplane mode is ON(WiFi/Bluetooth disabled)
System76 Darter Pro - External overview - 8GreenHard disk activity

Hardware keyboard shortcuts

Your Darter has several actions available using the Fn and Function keys.

KeyShortcutAction
[WEZX]Fn+F1Toggle trackpad
[ZZBX]Fn+F2Toggle built-in LCD
[ZHHX]Fn+F3Mute
System76 Darter Pro - Hardware keyboard shortcuts - 1Fn+*Toggle keyboard backlight
System76 Darter Pro - Hardware keyboard shortcuts - 2Fn+F5Volume down
System76 Darter Pro - Hardware keyboard shortcuts - 3Fn+F6Volume up
System76 Darter Pro - Hardware keyboard shortcuts - 4Fn+F7Toggle displays
System76 Darter Pro - Hardware keyboard shortcuts - 5Fn+F8Brightness down
[28C6]Fn+F9Brightness up
[TO47]Fn+F10Toggle webcam
[KHY]Fn+F11Toggle airplane mode
System76 Darter Pro - Hardware keyboard shortcuts - 6Fn+F12Suspend
System76 Darter Pro - Hardware keyboard shortcuts - 7Fn+`Play/Pause
Fn+1Toggle fan between max/automatic
Fn+InsNum Lock
Fn+DelScroll Lock
Fn+/Cycle Keyboard Color
Fn+-Decrease Keyboard Brightness
Fn++Increase Keyboard Brightness

External displays

Aside from the standard Mini DisplayPort (MiniDP) and HDMI, the Darter also supports MiniDP over USB-C and external GPU (eGPU) support over Thunderbolt 3.

You can switch between MiniDP or USB-C, but you cannot use both simultaneously.

To switch between MiniDP and USB-C display modes:

  1. Reboot the Darter and hold the F2 key
  2. At the Setup Utility, select the Advanced tab
  3. Select Advanced Chipset Control
  4. Change the DDI setting according to the table below
  5. Press F4 to save changes and reboot
ModeDDI SettingMax resolution
MiniDPDDI to MiniDPUHD-1 (4K, 2160P)3840x2160 @60Hz
HDMINoneUHD-1 (4K, 2160P)3840x2160 @30Hz
USB-C to DisplayPortDDI to TBTUHD-1 (4K, 2160P)3840x2160 @60Hz
USB-C to HDMIDDI to TBTUHD-1 (4K, 2160P)3840x2160 @30Hz
eGPU over Thunderbolt 3DDI to TBT(Dependent on GPU)

Thunderbolt 3 and eGPU

Intel Thunderbolt 3 provides a direct link to the processor over PCIe 3.0 x4 at 40Gbps, making it ideal for external GPU (eGPU) support. To use an eGPU, Thunderbolt Security Option must be set to Legacy Mode in the BIOS.

When using an eGPU, the device must be connected prior to powering on and only disconnected after fully powering down. eGPU devices are currently NOT hot-plug capable. Unplugging the device will not damage the Darter or the eGPU, but the system will not work properly until a reboot.

Internal component overview

Below is a color-coded diagram of the Darter's internal components.

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CPU fan is highlighted in cyan

CMOS battery is highlighted in red

RAM is highlighted in green

M.2 SSD is highlighted in orange

Wireless/Bluetooth module is highlighted in purple

Battery is highlighted in white

User-serviceable parts and repairs

Many components on your Darter can be upgraded or replaced as necessary. Follow these step-by-step guides for instructions.

Replacing the keyboard

Keyboard replacement is simple and requires only a cross-head screwdriver.

Tools required: Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver

Time estimate: 10 minutes

Difficulty: Low

Screws: 3 total

- 3 large M2, black (Keyboard M2)

Steps to replace the keyboard

Photos are provided in order below these steps.

  1. Find a surface suitable for work. A desk or table works well.
  2. Place something soft on the table, like a towel or anti-static mat.
  3. Place the Darter lid-side-down.
  4. Remove the 3 keyboard screws, indicated by the small keyboard icon.
  5. Open the Darter and place it on its side.
  6. Push the screwdriver into the keyboard push point until the keyboard pops out.
  7. Set the Darter down, then starting from the top side, pull the keyboard loose.
  8. Flip the keyboard over onto the trackpad.
  9. Pull the large ribbon cable out of the connector.
  10. The small ribbon cable has a latch. Gently pull the latch from both sides and remove the ribbon cable.
  11. Remove the keyboard and replace it with the new one.
  12. Insert the large ribbon cable into the connector.
  13. Seat the small ribbon cable, then apply pressure equally to both sides of the connector to secure.
  14. Flip the keyboard over and press the bottom tabs of the keyboard into the case.
  15. Secure the keyboard by pressing down on the edges of the keyboard.
  16. Flip the Darter over.
  17. Replace the 2 screws holding the keyboard in place.
  18. Boot your Darter and confirm the keyboard is operational.

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Photo guide for keyboard replacement

  1. Darter lid-side-down. There are two keyboard screws and one is orange while the other is green indicating the keyboard push point.

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  1. Darter on its side with screwdriver in keyboard push point.

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  1. Set the Darter down and remove the keyboard starting along the top edge.

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  1. Flip the keyboard over and rest it on the trackpad. Pull the large ribbon cable out of the connector. The smaller ribbon cable has a latch. Gently pull it forward to release the connector, then remove the ribbon cable.

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Removing the bottom cover

Removing the cover is required to access the internal components. Prior to removing the cover, ensure the AC power is unplugged, and all peripherals (including SD cards and USB drives) are unplugged or removed from the system.

Tools required: Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver

Time estimate: 10 minutes

Difficulty: Medium

Screws: 15 total:

  • 10 small M2 perimeter, black
  • 2 large M2 keyboard, black
  • 3 small/short M2 under keyboard, silver

Steps to remove the cover

Photos are provided in order below these steps.

  1. Find a surface suitable for work. A desk or table works well.
  2. Place something soft on the table, like a towel or anti-static mat.
  3. Place the Darter lid-side-down.
  4. Remove the 10 'perimeter' screws.
  5. Remove the 2 keyboard screws, indicated by the small keyboard icon.
  6. Open the Darter and place it on its side.
  7. Push the screwdriver into the keyboard push point until the keyboard pops out.
  8. Set the Darter down.
  9. Starting from the top side, pull the keyboard loose.
  10. Flip the keyboard over onto the trackpad.
  11. Remove the 3 silver screws holding the bottom case in place.
  12. Partially replace the keyboard, but don't snap it into place.
  13. Close the lid and flip the Darter lid-side-down again.
  14. The bottom cover will lift off, starting from the front corners working to the back near the hinges.

Steps to replace the cover

  1. Align the bottom cover to the case towards the back and hinges.
  2. Set the bottom cover along the edges and confirm the bottom cover is seated.
  3. Replace the 10 perimeter screws.
  4. Flip the Darter and replace the 3 silver screws from under the keyboard.

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  1. Replace the keyboard by inserting the tabs into the bottom edge near the trackpad and press around the edges of the keyboard to ensure it is fully snapped into place.

  2. Flip the Darter and replace the 2 keyboard screws.

Photo guide for bottom cover removal/replacement

  1. Darter lid-side-down. There are two keyboard screws and one is orange while the other is green indicating the keyboard push point.

Laptop back panel with red and green circular annotations marking key points of interest, including a 'HOME' brand logo and screw holes.

  1. Darter on its side with screwdriver in keyboard push point. Push until the keyboard has popped out. This requires a solid amount of force.

Hand inserting a screwdriver into a laptop cover with visible brand and product labels

  1. Once the corner of the keyboard has popped, pull along the top edge of the keyboard to unseat it entirely.

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  1. Flip over the keyboard and remove the 3 silver screws. Their location is highlighted in blue. (Note: In this photo, the screws have already been removed.)

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  1. Set the keyboard mostly in place, close the lid, and flip the Darter lid-side-down.

  2. Starting near the front corner, lift the bottom cover off the Darter.

Replacing the RAM

RAM acts as temporary storage for your computer. More RAM generally provides better performance. If you've purchased new RAM, need to replace your RAM, or are reseating your RAM, follow these steps.

Tools required: Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver

Time estimate: 15 minutes

Difficulty: Medium

Steps to replace the RAM

  1. Follow the steps above to remove the cover.
  2. Press the small tabs on both sides of the RAM simultaneously.
  3. Remove the RAM from the slot.
  4. Insert the new RAM (or reseat the existing RAM) by placing it in the keyed slot and pressing down on the RAM until it clicks into place.

Photo guide for replacing the RAM

  1. Press the tabs indicated in red to release the RAM from the slot.

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Replacing an M.2/NVMe SSD

M.2 SSDs offer, at minimum, SATA3 speeds and performance in a package about the size of a stick of gum. NVMe M.2 SSDs offer even higher performance. The Darter supports one M.2 SSD, size 2280, either M.2 SATA or NVMe M.2 PCIe Generation 3.

Tools required: Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver

Time estimate: 5 minutes

Difficulty: Medium

Steps to replace the M.2 drive

  1. Follow the steps above to remove the cover.
  2. Locate the M.2 drive (or drive slot).
  3. Unscrew the retainer screw opposite the M.2 slot.
  4. Remove the existing M.2 drive by pulling it out of the slot.
  5. Insert the new M.2 drive into the slot and hold it in place.
  6. Replace the retainer screw.

Replacing the CPU fan

If the CPU fan becomes noisy and cleaning it out doesn't fix the issue, you may need a new CPU fan. Contact Support to start a warranty claim or parts purchase.

Tools required: Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver

Time estimate: 5 minutes

Difficulty: Medium

Steps to replace the CPU fan

  1. Follow the steps above to remove the cover.
  2. Locate the CPU fan.
  3. Unplug the CPU fan from the motherboard.
  4. Remove the 2 screws holding the CPU fan in place.
  5. Remove the CPU fan.
  6. Insert the new CPU fan.
  7. Replace the 2 screws.
  8. Plug the new CPU fan into the motherboard.

Replacing the CPU heatsink/thermal paste

In rare cases, or after several years, it may be necessary to apply new thermal paste between the CPU and the heatsink. Thermal paste helps facilitate effective heat transfer between the CPU and the cooling equipment. These instructions can also be used in the unlikely event your heatsink needs replacing.

Tools required: Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver

Time estimate: 5 minutes

Difficulty: High

Steps to replace the CPU heatsink/thermal paste

  1. Follow the steps above to remove the cover.
  2. Locate the CPU heatsink screws.
  3. Remove the screws, starting with #3, then #2, and lastly #1.
  4. Carefully remove the heatsink from the case.
  5. Using a paper towel, remove the existing thermal paste. You may also use a small amount of rubbing alcohol to remove excess or difficult-to-remove paste.
  6. After cleaning the CPU and heatsink, apply a small line of thermal paste directly onto the CPU core.
  7. Carefully replace the heatsink.
  8. Replace the screws, starting with #1, then #2, and lastly #3. Do not fully tighten #1 and #2 until #3 is in place, then fully tighten all screws.

Replacing the CMOS battery

The CMOS battery supplies power to the Darter's CMOS chip. Changes you make to the BIOS and the computer's hardware clock are stored on the CMOS. If your Darter doesn't boot, you can reset the CMOS to force a low-level hardware reset. If your clock is constantly resetting, it's likely your CMOS battery needs replacing.

Tools required: Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver

Time estimate: 5 minutes

Difficulty: Medium

Steps to replace the CMOS battery

  1. Follow the steps above to remove the cover.
  2. Locate the CMOS battery. There is a red and black wire connecting the battery to a white connector.
  3. Unplug the white connector for 1 minute, then reseat the connector.
  4. Power up the Darter. The system may power itself off and on after initial boot, this is normal.
  5. Press Enter at the CMOS/BIOS reset message prompts.
  6. If you are booted into the BIOS, press F4 to load defaults, then F10 to save and resume normal boot.

Replacing the internal battery

The battery provides primary power whenever the system is unplugged.

Tools required: Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver

Time estimate: 5 minutes

Difficulty: Medium

Steps to replace the internal battery

  1. Follow the steps above to remove the cover.
  2. Unplug the white connector above the battery.
  3. Remove the 7 screws holding the battery in place.
  4. Remove and replace the battery.
  5. Replace the 7 screws and plug in the battery.

Replacing the WiFi/Bluetooth module

Your Darter's WiFi and Bluetooth are both handled with the same module. It is a standard M.2 2230 slot with PCIe & USB Interfaces (A Key).

Tools required: Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver

Time estimate: 5 minutes

Difficulty: Medium

Steps to replace the WiFi/Bluetooth module

  1. Follow the steps above to remove the cover.
  2. Locate the wireless module.
  3. Gently remove the two antennas by pulling them up and away from the wireless module.
  4. Remove the retaining screw opposite the M.2 slot.
  5. Remove the wireless module from the slot.
  6. Insert the new wireless module.
  7. Replace the retaining screw.
  8. Attach the two antennas by aligning the circular fitting and pressing onto the wireless card. The connector will snap into place. Use caution when attaching the connectors, the pins can bend, break, or snap.

BIOS utilities

When starting your Darter, it takes a few seconds to conduct a quick check of the components. As it proceeds, it will notify you if anything is wrong. Any issues that prevent the system from booting will be displayed and you will be prompted to enter the Setup. If no problems are detected, your Darter will load GRUB and then Ubuntu/Pop!_OS,.

For Setup/BIOS, hold F2 while booting.

For boot options, hold F7 while booting and choose your preferred boot device.

Updating the BIOS

BIOS updates and instructions are sent out as needed. System76 will notify you if a BIOS update is available for your Darter.

BIOS overview

The Setup/BIOS utility allows you to make low-level changes to your Darter. It's not recommended to make changes unless the settings are provided by Support, or if you understand what you're changing.

Main menu

OptionDescription
SATA Port #Pressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of a SATA device on the SATA ports.
OffBoard SATA/NVMe Controller ConfigurationPressing Enter opens the sub-menu to show the configuration of any devices on the offboard SATA/NVMe controller, if installed.
System Date/TimeSet the system date/time using the hardware clock.
System/Extended MemoryInformation on the amount of RAM installed.
ME FW/MB Series/BIOS Version/KB/EC Firmware Rev.Information on the BIOS version(s) and network adapter address.

Advanced

OptionDescription
Advanced Chipset ControlOptions for VT-d, FlexiCharger, SGX, Fast Boot, DDI Control
>VT-dEnable/disable Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. Extends Intel Virtualization Technology (VT) by providing hardware assets for virtual hypervisors.
>FlexiChargerThe sub-menu here allows you to enable/disable the FlexiCharger. The FlexiCharger can be set to automatically start charging your battery when the battery reaches a certain capacity level (e.g. you could start the battery charge level at 40%).You can then set the level to stop charging (e.g. 100%), but the stop charge level must be higher than the start charge level. It is not recommended to enable FlexiCharger for extended periods of time.
>SW Guard ExtensionsEnable or disable Intel SGX (Software Guard Extensions.)
>Fast BootEnables or disables boot with initialization of a minimal set of devices required to launch the active boot option. This has no effect for BBS boot options.
Intel(R) ThunderboltOptions for the Thunderbolt 3 bus.
>Thunderbolt SupportEnable or disable support for Thunderbolt 3.
>Security LevelDetermines if the Thunderbolt port is allowed to send data or only video. Options are Legacy Mode (allow all data transfer), Unique ID or One Time Saved Key, and DisplayPort++ Only.
>DDI ControlDetermines the Digital Display Interface (DDI) output mode. Can be set to MiniDP (mDP) or Thunderbolt (TBT).
SATA ModeThe SATA (Serial ATA) controller is designed to operate in AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) mode only.
Power on boot beepEnable/disable a beep as the computer starts up.
Battery low alarm beepEnable/disable a beep when the battery is critically low.

Security

OptionDescription
Set Supervisor PasswordSets a password for the Setup Utility. This does not affect access to the computer or Ubuntu/Pop!_OS,/Pop!_OS, only the BIOS.
Secure BootEnables support for Secure Boot. This is not recommended or required for Ubuntu/Pop!_OS.

Administer Secure Boot

OptionDescription
Secure BootEnables support for Secure Boot. This is not recommended or required for Ubuntu/Pop!_OS.

Boot

OptionDescription
Network StackEnable or disable support for Intel PXE network boot.
> lpv4 PXE SupportAllow PXE booting using IPv4.
> lpv6 PXE SupportAllow PXE booting using IPv6.

Boot Manager

OptionDescription
Boot Option PrioritiesDetermine the boot order for system devices. Boot option #1 will be tried first. It’s recommended to set your boot drive as the 1st option and use the F7 key when temporarily booting from an external device or PXE booting

Specifications

ComponentSpecification
ProcessorsIntel® CoreTM i7-8565U (4.60GHz)1.8 up to 4.60 GHz - 8MB Cache - 4 Cores - 8 ThreadsIntel® CoreTM i5-8265U (3.90GHz)1.6 up to 3.90 GHz - 6MB Cache - 4 Cores - 8 Threads
Display15.6 1920x1080 Full HD Backlit display
MemoryDual Channel DDR4Two 260 Pin SO-DIMM SocketsSupporting DDR4 2400 MHz MemoryModules (real operational frequency depends on the FSB of the processor)Memory Expandable up to 32GBCompatible with 8GB or 16GB Modules
GraphicsIntel® UHD Graphics 620Dynamic FrequencyIntel Dynamic Video Memory Technology
StorageOne M.2 SSD 2280, SATA/PCIe Gen 3 x4 Interface
AudioHigh Definition Audio InterfaceBuilt-In Stereo Microphone2 Stereo Built-In Speakers
ComponentSpecification
Touchpad & KeyboardClickPad with Multi-Gesture and Scrolling FunctionalityA4 Size Isolated Keyboard
Webcam720p HD Video Camera Module with USB interface
InterfacesTwo USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) Port (Type-A)One USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1/Thunderbolt 3) Port (Type-C)One USB 2.0 Port (Type-A)One HDMI-Out (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) Port (with HDCP)One Mini DisplayPortOne Microphone-In JackOne RJ-45 LAN JackOne DC-In JackOne Combo Jack
Card readerEmbedded Multi-In-1 Card Reader- MMC/ RS MMC- SD/ Mini SD / SDHC/ SDXC
M.2 SlotsTwo M.2 Card Slots:Slot 1 for M.2 2230 WLAN Combo Module with PCIe & USB Interfaces (A Key)Slot 2 for SSD M.2 2280 Card with SATA / PCIe Gen 3 x4 Interface (M Key)
NetworkBuilt-In 10/100/1000Mb Base-TX Ethernet LANIntel® Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265(2*2 802.11 a/c) WLAN + Bluetooth M.22230 Combo Module (867Mbps)
ComponentSpecification
Power and batteryFull Range AC/DC AdapterAC input 100 - 240V, 50 - 60Hz, DC Output 19V, 3.42A (65 Watts)Embedded Smart Lithium IonBattery Pack 54.5WH
SecuritySecurity (Kensington® Type) Lock SlotBIOS PasswordTrusted Platform Module 2.0 (disabled by default)
Operating SystemUbuntu/Pop!_OS,/Pop!_OS
IndicatorsLED Indicators - Power/Suspend, Battery, HDD, Airplane Mode, Camera
EnvironmentalTemperatureOperating: 5°C - 35°CNon-operating: -20°C - 60°CRelative humidityOperating: 20% - 80%Non-operating: 10% - 90%
Dimensions & WeightHeight x Width x Depth0.78" x 14.19" x 9.63"3.6lbs, 1.6kg base weight, varies with configuration.
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Brand : System76

Model : Darter Pro

Category : Laptop