Dell Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1 Operation and maintenance manual

Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1
Setup and Specifications
Regulatory Model: P161G
Regulatory Type: P161G001
May 2022
Rev. A01

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Chapter 1: Set up your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1............................................................................... 4
Chapter 2: Views of Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1................................................................................... 6
Right....................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Left..........................................................................................................................................................................................6
Top.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Front....................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Bottom................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Modes.....................................................................................................................................................................................9
Chapter 3: Using the privacy shutter............................................................................................11
Chapter 4: Specifications of Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.....................................................................12
Dimensions and weight..................................................................................................................................................... 12
Processor............................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Chipset..................................................................................................................................................................................13
Operating system...............................................................................................................................................................13
Memory.................................................................................................................................................................................13
External ports......................................................................................................................................................................14
Internal slots........................................................................................................................................................................14
Wireless module..................................................................................................................................................................14
Audio..................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Storage................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Media-card reader............................................................................................................................................................. 16
Keyboard.............................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Camera................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Touchpad..............................................................................................................................................................................17
Power adapter.....................................................................................................................................................................17
Battery..................................................................................................................................................................................18
Display...................................................................................................................................................................................19
GPU—Integrated.............................................................................................................................................................. 20
GPU—Discrete.................................................................................................................................................................. 20
Operating and storage environment.............................................................................................................................20
Chapter 5: ComfortView.............................................................................................................. 21
Chapter 6: Keyboard shortcuts....................................................................................................22
Chapter 7: Getting help and contacting Dell................................................................................ 24
Contents
Contents 3

Set up your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1
NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered.
1. Connect the power adapter and press the power button.
NOTE: 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.
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 apps in Windows in S-mode
Resources Description
Dell Product Registration
Register your computer with Dell.
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Table 1. Locate Dell apps in Windows in S-mode (continued)
Resources Description
Dell Help & Support
Access help and support for your computer.
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.
Table 2. Locate Dell apps in Windows
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.
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.
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.
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Views of Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1
Right
1. SD-card slot
Reads from and writes to the SD card. The computer supports the following card types:
●Secure Digital (SD)
●Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
●Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC)
2. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
Connect devices such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
3. Global headset jack
Connect headphones or a headset (headphone and microphone combo).
Left
1. HDMI port
Connect to a TV, external display or another HDMI-in enabled device. Provides video and audio output.
2. USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type C port with DisplayPort 1.4 and Power Delivery
Connect devices such as external storage devices, printers, and external displays. Provides data transfer rate of up to 20
Gbps.
Supports Power Delivery that enables two-way power supply between devices. Provides up to 15 W power output that
enables faster charging.
NOTE: A USB Type-C to DisplayPort adapter (sold separately) is required to connect a DisplayPort device.
3. USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type C port with DisplayPort 1.4 and Power Delivery
Connect devices such as external storage devices, printers, and external displays. Provides data transfer rate of up to 20
Gbps.
Supports Power Delivery that enables two-way power supply between devices. Provides up to 15 W power output that
enables faster charging.
NOTE: A USB Type-C to DisplayPort adapter (sold separately) is required to connect a DisplayPort device.
4. Power and battery-status light
2
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Indicates the power state and battery state of the computer.
Solid white—Power adapter is connected and the battery is charging.
Solid amber—Battery charge is low or critical.
Off—Battery is fully charged.
Top
1. Power button with optional fingerprint reader
Press to turn on the computer if it is turned off, in sleep state, or in hibernate state.
When the computer is turned on, press the power button to put the computer into sleep state; press and hold the power
button for 10 seconds to force shut-down the computer.
If the power button has a fingerprint reader, place your finger on the power button to log in.
NOTE: You can customize power-button behavior in Windows. For more information, see Me and My Dell at
www.dell.com/support/manuals.
NOTE: The power-status light on the power button is available only on computers without the fingerprint reader.
Computers that are shipped with the fingerprint reader that is integrated on the power button will not have the
power-status light on the power button.
2. Right-click area
Press to right-click.
3. Left-click area
Press to left-click.
4. Touchpad
Move your finger on the touchpad to move the mouse pointer. Tap to left-click and two fingers tap to right-click.
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Front
1. Left microphone
Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls.
2. Privacy shutter
Slide the privacy shutter to cover the camera lens and protect your privacy when the camera is not in use.
3. Camera
Enables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos.
4. Camera-status light
Turns on when the camera is in use.
5. Right microphone
Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls.
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Bottom
1. Left speaker
Provides audio output.
2. Service Tag label
The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware
components in your computer and access warranty information.
3. Right speaker
Provides audio output.
Modes
Notebook
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Tablet
Stand
Tent
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Using the privacy shutter
1. Slide the privacy shutter to the left to access the camera lens.
2. Slide the privacy shutter to the right to cover the camera lens.
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Specifications of Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1
Dimensions and weight
The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 3. Dimensions and weight
Description Values
Height:
Front height 15.70 mm (0.61 in.)
Rear height 17.86 mm (0.70 in.)
Width 314 mm (12.36 in.)
Depth 227.50 mm (8.95 in.)
Weight
NOTE: The weight of your computer depends on the
configuration ordered and manufacturing variability.
1.66 kg (3.65 lb)
Processor
The following table lists the details of the processors supported by your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 4. Processor
Description Option one Option two Option three
Processor type 12th Generation Intel Core
i3-1215U
12th Generation Intel Core
i5-1235U
12th Generation Intel Core
i7-1255U
Processor wattage 15 W 15 W 15 W
Processor core count 6 10 10
Processor thread count 8 12 12
Processor speed Up to 4.40 GHz Up to 4.40 GHz Up to 4.70 GHz
Processor cache 10 MB 12 MB 12 MB
Integrated graphics Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
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Chipset
The following table lists the details of the chipset supported by your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 5. Chipset
Description Values
Chipset Integrated in the processor
Processor 12th Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7
DRAM bus width 64-bit
Flash EPROM 32 MB
PCIe bus Gen4
Operating system
Your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1 supports the following operating systems:
●Windows 11 Home
●Windows 11 Pro
●Windows 11 Home in S-mode
Memory
The following table lists the memory specifications of your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 6. Memory specifications
Description Values
Memory slots Two-SODIMM slots
Memory type DDR4
Memory speed 3200 MHz
Maximum memory configuration 32 GB
Minimum memory configuration 4 GB
Memory size per slot 4 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB
Memory configurations supported ●4 GB, 1 x 4 GB, DDR4, 3200 MHz
●8 GB, 2 x 4 GB, DDR4, 3200 MHz, dual-channel
●8 GB, 1 x 8 GB, DDR4, 3200 MHz
●12 GB, 1 x 4 GB + 1 x 8 GB, DDR4, 3200 MHz
●16 GB, 2 x 8 GB, DDR4, 3200 MHz, dual-channel
●16 GB, 1 x 16 GB, DDR4, 3200 MHz
●32 GB, 2 x 16 GB, DDR4, 3200 MHz, dual-channel
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External ports
The following table lists the external ports on your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 7. External ports
Description Values
USB ports ●Two USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port with DisplayPort 1.4
and PowerDelivery
●One USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
Audio port One global headset jack
Video port/ports One HDMI 1.4 port
Media-card reader One SD-card slot
Power-adapter port Type-C adapter
Security-cable slot Not supported
Internal slots
The following table lists the internal slots of your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 8. Internal slots
Description Values
M.2 ●One M.2 2230 slot for WiFi and Bluetooth combo card
●One M.2 2230/2280 slot for solid-state drive
NOTE: To learn more about the features of different
types of M.2 cards, search in the Knowledge Base
Resource at www.dell.com/support.
Wireless module
The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) modules supported on your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 9. Wireless module specifications
Description Option one Option two
Model number Intel AX201 Intel AX211
Transfer rate Up to 2400 Mbps Up to 2400 Mbps
Frequency bands supported 2.4 GHz/5 GHz 2.4 GHz/5 GHz/6 GHz
Wireless standards ●WiFi 802.11a/b/g
●Wi-Fi 4 (WiFi 802.11n)
●Wi-Fi 5 (WiFi 802.11ac)
●Wi-Fi 6 (WiFi 802.11ax)
●WiFi 802.11a/b/g
●Wi-Fi 4 (WiFi 802.11n)
●Wi-Fi 5 (WiFi 802.11ac)
●Wi-Fi 6E (WiFi 802.11ax)
Encryption ●64-bit/128-bit WEP
●AES-CCMP
●64-bit/128-bit WEP
●AES-CCMP
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Table 9. Wireless module specifications (continued)
Description Option one Option two
●TKIP ●TKIP
Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2
Audio
The following table lists the audio specifications of your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 10. Audio specifications
Description Values
Audio controller Realtek ALC3254-CG
Stereo conversion Supported
Internal audio interface High-definition audio
External audio interface Universal audio jack
Number of speakers Two
Internal-speaker amplifier Supported
External volume controls Keyboard shortcut controls
Speaker output:
Average speaker output 2 W
Peak speaker output 4 W
Subwoofer output Not supported
Microphone Dual-array microphones
Storage
This section lists the storage options on your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Your Inspiron 7420 2-in-1 supports one M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drive.
Table 11. Storage specifications
Storage type Interface type Capacity
One M.2 2230 solid-state drive ●PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe, up to 32 Gbps
●PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe, up to 32 Gbps
Up to 1 TB
One M.2 2280 solid-state drive ●PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe, up to 32 Gbps
●PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe, up to 32 Gbps
●Up to 1 TB
●Up to 2 TB
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Media-card reader
The following table lists the media cards supported by your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 12. Media-card reader specifications
Description Values
Media-card type One SD-card slot
Media-cards supported ●Secure Digital (SD)
●Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
●Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDXC)
NOTE: The maximum capacity supported by the media-card reader varies depending on the standard of the media card
installed in your computer.
Keyboard
The following table lists the keyboard specifications of your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 13. Keyboard specifications
Description Values
Keyboard type ●Standard non-backlit keyboard
●Backlit keyboard
Keyboard layout QWERTY
Number of keys ●United States and Canada: 79 keys
●United Kingdom: 80 keys
●Japan: 83 keys
Keyboard size X=19.05 mm key pitch
Y=18.05 mm key pitch
Keyboard shortcuts 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) changing Function Key Behavior
in BIOS setup program.
For more information, see Keyboard shortcuts.
Camera
The following table lists the camera specifications of your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 14. Camera specifications
Description Values
Number of cameras Two
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Table 14. Camera specifications (continued)
Description Values
Camera type HD RGB camera and FHD RGB camera
Camera location Front camera
Camera sensor type CMOS sensor technology
Camera resolution:
Still image ●HD RGB camera: 0.92 megapixel
●FHD RGB camera: 2.07 megapixel
Video ●HD RGB camera: 1280 x 7200 at 30 fps
●FHD RGB camera: 1920 x 1080 at 30 fps
Diagonal viewing angle: ●HD RGB camera: 74.9 degrees
●FHD RGB camera: 82 degrees
Touchpad
The following table lists the touchpad specifications of your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 15. Touchpad specifications
Description Values
Touchpad resolution:
Horizontal 1229
Vertical 749
Touchpad dimensions:
Horizontal 115 mm (4.53 in.)
Vertical 80 mm (3.14 in.)
Touchpad gestures For more information about touchpad gestures available
on Windows, see the Microsoft knowledge base article at
support.microsoft.com.
Power adapter
The following table lists the power adapter specifications of your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 16. Power adapter specifications
Description Values
Type USB Type-C 65 W
Power-adapter dimensions:
Height 28 mm (1.10 in.)
Width 51 mm (2 in.)
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Table 16. Power adapter specifications (continued)
Description Values
Depth 112 mm (4.40 in.)
Input voltage 100 VAC–240 VAC
Input frequency 50 Hz–60 Hz
Input current (maximum) 1.70 A
Output current (continuous) 3.25 A/3 A
Rated output voltage 20 VDC/15 VDC/9 VDC/5 VDC
Temperature range:
Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
CAUTION: Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing
the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
Battery
The following table lists the battery specifications of your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 17. Battery specifications
Description Option one Option two
Battery type 41 Wh, 3-cell polymer 54 Wh, 4-cell polymer
Battery voltage 11.25 VDC 15 VDC
Battery weight (maximum) 0.17 kg (0.37 lb) 0.23 kg (0.51 lb)
Battery dimensions:
Height 5.75 mm (0.23 in.) 5.75 mm (0.23 in.)
Width 206.40 mm (8.12 in.) 271.9 mm (10.70 in.)
Depth 82 mm (3.23 in.) 82 mm (3.23 in.)
Temperature range:
Operating 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Storage -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 149°F)
Battery operating time Varies depending on operating
conditions and can significantly
reduce under certain power-intensive
conditions.
Varies depending on operating conditions
and can significantly reduce under certain
power-intensive conditions.
Battery charging time (approximate)
NOTE: Control the charging time,
duration, start and end time, and so
on using the Dell Power Manager
4 hours (when the computer is off) 4 hours (when the computer is off)
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Table 17. Battery specifications (continued)
Description Option one Option two
application. For more information on
the Dell Power Manager see, Me and
My Dell on www.dell.com.
Coin-cell battery CR2032 CR2032
CAUTION: Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing
the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
CAUTION: Dell recommends that you charge the battery regularly for optimal power consumption. If your
battery charge is completely depleted, connect the power adapter, turn on your computer, and then restart
your computer to reduce the power consumption.
Display
The following table lists the display specifications of your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Table 18. Display specifications
Description Values
Display type Full High Definition Plus (FHD+)
Display-panel technology Wide Viewing Angle (WVA)
Display-panel dimensions (active area):
Height 301.59 mm (11.87 in.)
Width 188.50 mm (7.42 in.)
Diagonal 355.65 mm (14 in.)
Display-panel native resolution 1920 x 1200
Luminance (typical) 250 nits
Megapixels 2.30
Color gamut NTSC (45% typical)
Pixels Per Inch (PPI) 162
Contrast ratio (min) 600:1
Response time (max) 35 ms
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Horizontal view angle 85 degrees
Vertical view angle 85 degrees
Pixel pitch 0.157 mm
Power consumption (maximum) 3.55 W
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Table 18. Display specifications (continued)
Description Values
Anti-glare vs glossy finish Glossy
Touch options Touch support, with 10 touch points
GPU—Integrated
The following table lists the specifications of the integrated Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Inspiron 14 7420
2-in-1.
Table 19. GPU—Integrated
Controller Memory size Processor
Intel UHD Graphics Shared system memory 12th Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7
GPU—Discrete
The following table lists the specifications of the discrete Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Inspiron 14 7420
2-in-1.
Table 20. GPU—Discrete
Controller Memory size Memory type
NVIDIA GeForce MX550 2 GB GDDR6
Operating and storage environment
This table lists the operating and storage specifications of your Inspiron 14 7420 2-in-1.
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
Table 21. Computer environment
Description Operating Storage
Temperature range 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°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 range -15.2 m to 3048 m (-49.87 ft to 10000
ft)
-15.2 m to 10668 m (-49.87 ft to 35000
ft)
CAUTION: Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing
the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse.
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