Inspiron 13 5378 - Tablet DELL - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	2-in-1 Tablet / Laptop
Model	Dell Inspiron 13 5378
Display Size	13.3 inches
Display Resolution	1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Dimensions (Approx.)	324 x 221 x 19.5 mm (12.8 x 8.7 x 0.77 in)
Weight	1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)
Processor	Intel Core i5-7xxx series (7th Gen)
Memory	8 GB DDR4
Storage	256 GB SSD
Battery	3-cell Lithium-Ion, 42 Wh
Battery Life	Up to 8 hours
Power Adapter	45W AC Adapter
Operating System	Windows 10
Ports	1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0, 1 x HDMI, 1 x headphone/mic combo
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Camera	Front: 1MP, Rear: 8MP
Main Features	360° hinge, touchscreen, backlit keyboard, finger print reader (optional)
Care & Cleaning	Clean with soft dry cloth; avoid liquids; do not use abrasive cleaners
Safety	Do not block vents; use only supplied charger; avoid extreme temperatures
Spare Parts & Repairability	Contact Dell support; parts like keyboard, battery, SSD are replaceable
General Information	Manufactured by Dell Inc.; user manual available for free download at notice-facile.com

Frequently Asked Questions - Inspiron 13 5378 DELL

How do I reset the Dell Inspiron 13 5378 to factory settings?

Go to Settings > Update & Security > Recovery and select Reset this PC. Choose Remove everything and follow the prompts. Backup important data first.

Can I upgrade the RAM on this tablet?

No, the RAM is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded.

How do I clean the screen safely?

Turn off the device. Use a soft, lint-free microfiber cloth slightly dampened with water or a screen cleaner. Do not spray directly and avoid ammonia-based cleaners.

The battery is not charging. What should I do?

First, check the power adapter and cable for damage. Try a different outlet. If still not charging, remove the battery (if removable) and reinsert, or perform a hard reset by holding the power button for 30 seconds.

How do I enter the BIOS setup?

Restart the tablet and press F2 repeatedly during startup until the BIOS setup screen appears.

Does this model support stylus input?

Yes, the Dell Inspiron 13 5378 supports active pen input. You can use Dell Active Pen or other compatible styluses.

How can I extend battery life?

Reduce screen brightness, close unused apps, turn off Wi-Fi/Bluetooth when not needed, enable Battery Saver mode, and avoid extreme temperatures.

The device is running slow. How to speed it up?

Try Disk Cleanup, disable startup programs, uninstall unused software, and ensure Windows Updates are installed. If still slow, consider a Reset or upgrade to SSD if not already.

How do I replace the SSD?

The SSD is user-accessible. Power off, remove the bottom cover, locate the M.2 SSD, unscrew and replace it. Ensure the new SSD is compatible. Refer to the manual for detailed steps.

Is the keyboard detachable?

No, the keyboard is integrated and not detachable. However, the 360° hinge allows the device to be used in tablet, tent, or stand mode.

USER MANUAL Inspiron 13 5378 DELL

Setup and Specifications

Notes, cautions, and warnings

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.

WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

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2017-02

Rev. A01

Contents

Set up your computer.... 5

Views......8

Front....8

Left....8

Right....9

Base....10

Display....11

Modes....12

Notebook....12

Tablet....12

Stand....13

Tent....13

Specifications....14

Dimensions and weight....14

System information....14

Memory....14

Ports and connectors....15

Communications....15

Video....15

Audio....16

Storage....16

Media-card reader.... 16

Keyboard....16

Camera....17

Touch pad....17

Power adapter....17

Battery....18

Display.... 18

Computer environment....19

Keyboard shortcuts....20

Getting help and contacting Dell.... 22

Self-help resources....22

Contacting Dell....22

Set up your computer

1 Connect the power adapter and press the power button.

Laptop keyboard with attached cable and connector, showing a hand pointing at the screen (no text or symbols visible)

2 Finish operating system setup.

For Windows:

a) Connect to a network.

b) Sign-in to your Microsoft account or create a new account.

For Ubuntu:

Follow the instructions on the screen to finish setup.

3 Locate Dell apps in Windows.

Register your computer

Dell Help & Support

SupportAssist—Check and update your computer

Front

3D rendering of a flat object with a vertical dimension labeled '1' (no text or symbols beyond the label)

1 Power and battery-status light/hard-drive activity light

Indicates the battery-charge status or the hard-drive activity.

NOTE: Press Fn+H to toggle this light between power and battery-status light and hard-drive activity light.

Hard-drive activity light

Turns on when the computer reads from or writes to the hard drive.

Power and battery-status light

Indicates the power and battery-charge status.

Solid white — Power adapter is connected and the battery has more than 5% charge.

Amber — Computer is running on battery and the battery has less than 5% charge.

Off

• Power adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged.
• Computer is running on battery and the battery has more than 5% charge.
• Computer is in sleep state, hibernation, or turned off

Left

1 Power-adapter port

Connect a power adapter to provide power to your computer and charge the battery.

2 HDMI port

Connect a TV or another HDMI-in enabled device. Provides video and audio output.

3 USB 3.0 port with PowerShare

Connect peripherals such as storage devices, printers, and so on. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.

PowerShare allows you to charge your USB devices even when your computer is turned off.

NOTE: If your computer is powered off or in hibernate state, you must connect the power adapter to charge your devices using the PowerShare port. You must enable this feature in the BIOS setup program.

NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is powered off or in sleep state. In such cases, turn on the computer to charge the device.

4 USB 3.0 port

Connect peripherals such as storage devices, printers, and so on. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.

5 Headset port

Connect a headphone, a microphone, or a headset (headphone and microphone combo).

Right

1 Power button

Press to turn on the computer if it is turned off or in sleep state.

Press to put the computer in sleep state if it is turned on.

Press and hold for 4 seconds to force shut-down the computer.

NOTE: You can customize the power-button behavior in Power Options. For more information, see Me and My Dell at www.dell.com/support/manuals.

2 Volume-control buttons (2)

Press to increase or decrease the volume.

3 Media-card reader

Reads from and writes to media cards.

4 USB 2.0 port

Connect peripherals such as storage devices, printers, and so on. Provides data transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps.

5 Security-cable slot

Connect a security cable to prevent unauthorized movement of your computer.

Base

1 Left-click area

Press to left-click.

2 Touch pad

Move your finger on the touch pad to move the mouse pointer. Tap to left-click and two finger tap to right-click.

3 Right-click area

Press to right-click.

Display

1 Left microphone

Provides digital sound input for audio recording, voice calls, and so on.

2 Infrared emitter (optional)

Emits infrared light, which allows the infrared camera to sense depth and track motion.

3 Infrared camera (optional)

Allows you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos. Depth-sensing feature of the camera enhances security when paired with Windows Hello.

4 Camera

Allows you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos.

5 Camera-status light

Turns on when the camera is in use.

6 Right microphone

Provides digital sound input for audio recording, voice calls, and so on.

7 Service tag location

The service tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that allows Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information.

Modes

Notebook

Black laptop with a blue screen and 'SIN' logo on the front (no visible text or symbols on screen)

Tablet

Laptop with a blue screen and black bezel, shown from front and side (no visible text or symbols)

Stand

Exterior view of a Dell laptop computer (no visible text or symbols on screen)

Tent

Exterior view of a modern office building (no signage)

Dimensions and weight

Height 19.50 mm (0.77 in)

Width 324 mm (12.76 in)

Depth 224.70 mm (8.85 in)

Weight (maximum) 1.68 kg (3.70 lb)

NOTE: The weight of your computer varies depending on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing variability.

System information

Computer model Inspiron 13-5378

Processor

• 7th Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7
• Intel Celeron Dual Core
• Intel Pentium Dual Core

Chipset Integrated in the processor

Memory

Slots

Two SODIMM slots

Type Dual-channel DDR4

Speed 2133 MHz

Configurations supported 4 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, and 16 GB

Ports and connectors

External:

USB	One USB 3.0 portOne USB 2.0 portOne USB 3.0 port with PowerShare
Audio/Video	One HDMI portOne headset (headphone and microphone combo) port

Internal:

M.2 Card One M.2 slot for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

combo card

Communications

Wireless

• Wi-Fi 802.11 ac
- Bluetooth 4.0
- Bluetooth 4.1 (optional)
- Miracast
• Wi-Fi Display Support (Wi-Fi Alliance)

Video

Controller

• Intel HD Graphics 610 - Intel Celeron and Pentium
• Intel HD Graphics 620 - Intel Core i3/i5/i7
  • Intel Iris Graphics 640 - Intel Core i7

Memory Shared system memory

Audio

Controller Realtek ALC3253 with Waves

MaxxAudio Pro

Speakers Two

Speaker Output

- Average - 2 W

- Peak - 2.5 W

Microphone Digital-array microphones in camera

assembly

Volume controls Media-control shortcut keys and volumecontrol buttons

Storage

Interface SATA 6 Gbps

Hard drive One 2.5-inch drive

Solid-state drive One 2.5-inch drive

Media-card reader

Type

One SD card slot

Cards supported SD card

Keyboard

Type

• Backlit keyboard
• Non-Backlit keyboard

Shortcut keys Some keys on your keyboard have two

symbols on them. These keys can be

used to type alternate characters or to

perform secondary functions. To type the alternate character, press Shift and the desired key. To perform secondary functions, press Fn and the desired key.

NOTE: You can define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1-F12) by changing Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program.

Keyboard shortcuts

Camera

Resolution

- Still image: 0.92 megapixel

• Video: 1280 x 720 (HD) at 30 fps (maximum)

Diagonal viewing angle 74 degrees

Touch pad

Resolution

• Horizontal: 1260

- Vertical: 960

Dimensions

- Height: 65 mm (2.56 in)

- Width: 105 mm (4.13 in)

Power adapter

Type

45 W

Input voltage 100 VAC–240 VAC

Input frequency 50 Hz–60 Hz

Input current (maximum) 1.30 A

Output current (continuous) 2.31 A

Rated output voltage 19.50 VDC

Temperature range: Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Temperature range: Storage -40^ to 70^ ( -40^ to 158^ )

Battery

Type 3-cell "smart" lithium-ion (42 WHr)

Weight (maximum) 0.2 kg (0.44 lb)

Voltage 11.40 VDC

Charging time 4 hours (when the computer is off)

(approximate)

Operating time Varies depending on operating conditions and can

significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions.

Life span (approximate) 300 discharge/charge cycles

Temperature range: 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)

Operating

Temperature range: -40^ to 65^ ( -40^ to 149^ )

Storage

Coin-cell battery CR-2032

Height 5.90 mm (0.23 in)

Width 97.15 mm (3.82 in)

Depth 184. 15 mm (7.25 in)

Display

Type 13.3-inch HD WLED touch 13.3-inch Full HD WLED screen touch screen

Resolution (maximum) 1366 x 768 1920 x 1080

Viewing angle 120 degrees 160 degrees

Pixel pitch 0.2148 mm 0.1529 mm

Height 164.97 mm (6.49 in) 165.10 mm (6.50 in)

Width 293.42 mm (11.55 in) 293.60 mm (11.56 in)

Diagonal 337.82 mm (13.30 in) 337.82 mm (13.30 in)

Refresh rate 60 Hz

Operating angle 0 degree (closed) to 360 degrees

Controls Brightness can be controlled using shortcut keys

Computer environment

Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985

Operating Storage
Temperature range 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)		-40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F)
Relative humidity (maximum)	10% to 90% (non-condensing)	0% to 95% (non-condensing)
Vibration (maximum)*	0.66 GRMS 1.30 GRMS
Shock (maximum) 110 G	†	160 G‡
Altitude (maximum)	-15.2 m to 3048 m (-50 ft to 10,000 ft)	-15.2 m to 10,668 m (-50 ft to 35,000 ft)

* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard drive is in use.
± Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard-drive head is in parked position.

Keyboard shortcuts

Keys Description

F1		Mute audio
F2		Decrease volume
F3		Increase volume
F4		Play previous track/chapter
F5		Play/Pause
F6		Play next track/chapter
F8		Switch to external display
F9		Search
F10		Toggle keyboard backlight
F11		Decrease brightness
F12		Increase brightness
Fn + PrtScr		Turn off/on wireless
Fn + B		Pause/Break
Fn + Insert		Sleep
Fn + S		Toggle scroll lock

Keys Description

Fn + H	Toggle between power and battery-status light/hard-drive activity light
Fn + R	System request
Fn + Ctrl	Open application menu
Fn + Esc	Toggle Fn-key lock
Fn + End →	End
Fn + ←Home	Home
Fn + ↓PgDn	Page down
Fn + ↑PgUp	Page up

Getting help and contacting Dell

Self-help resources

You can get information and help on Dell products and services using these self-help resources:

Table 1. Self-help resources

Information about Dell products and services www.dell.com

Dell Help & Support app

Get started app

Accessing help In Windows search, type Help and

Support, and press Enter.

Online help for operating system www.dell.com/support/windows www.dell.com/support/linux

Troubleshooting information, user manuals, setup instructions, product specifications, technical help blogs, drivers, software updates, and so on.

www.dell.com/support

Learn about your operating system, setting up and using your computer, data backup, diagnostics, and so on.

See Me and My Dell at www.dell.com/support/manuals.

Contacting Dell

To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, see www.dell.com/contactdell.

NOTE: Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your country.

NOTE: If you do not have an active internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.