Tools

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Background

The Dell Inspiron 3537 is a large-sized personal laptop released by Dell in August of 2013. It is a slim, entry-level model that houses an HD WLED Display with a resolution of 1366 x 768. This model is incredibly thin, which allows for easy storage when traveling. Its large screen and improved Lithium-Ion battery allows for longer work time or personal video streaming.

Identification

This model of Dell Inspiron is identified by its product code: W561010TH.

Technical Specifications

System Information

  • Computer Model: Inspiron 3537
  • Processor: Intel Celeron Dual Core (4th Generation)
  • L1 Cache: 64 KB per core
  • L2 Cache: 256 KB per core
  • L3 Cache: Up to 4 mb

Memory

  • Connectors: Two internally-accessible SODiMM connectors
  • Type: Dual-channel DDR3L
  • Speed: Up to 1600 MHz
  • Configurations Supported: 2 GB, 4 GB, 6 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB

Ports and Connectors

  • External:
    • Network: One RJ45 port
    • USB: Two USB 3.0 ports, One USB 2.0 port, One USB 2.0 port with Windows debugging
    • HDMI: One HDMI port
    • Audio: One headphone and microphone combo (headset) port
  • Internal:
    • Mini-card: One full mini-card slot for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo card

Communications

  • Ethernet: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet controller integrated on system board
  • Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; Bluetooth 4.0

Video

  • Controller:
    • Integrated: Intel HD Graphics 5100/4200/4400 series
    • Discrete: AMD Radeon HD 8670M; AMD Radeon HD 8850M
  • Memory:
    • Integrated: Shared system memory
    • Discrete: Up to 2GB

Audio

  • Controller: ALC 3223
  • Speakers: Two
  • Speaker Output:
    • Average: 2 watt
    • Peak: 2 watt
  • Microphone: Single digital microphone the camera assembly
  • Volume Controls: Program menus and keyboard media-control keys

Storage

  • Interface: SATA 1.5 Gbps; SATA 3.0 Gbps; SATA 6.0 Gbps
  • Hard Drive: One 2.5-inch drive (supports Intel Smart Response Technology)
  • Optical drives: One 9.5 mm SATA drive
    • Drives Supported: DVD+/-RW

Display

  • Type : 15.6-inch HD
  • Resolution (maximum): 1366 x 768
  • Dimensions:
    • Height: 8.83 in (224.30 mm)
    • Width: 14.17 in (360 mm)
    • Diagonal: 15.60 in (396.24 mm)
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
  • Operating angle: 0 degree (closed) to 140 degrees
  • Pixel pitch: 0.252 mm x 0.252 mm
  • Controls: Brightness can be controlled using shortcut keys.

Keyboard

  • Type: Chiclet Keyboard

Camera

  • Resolution:
    • Still Image: 0.92 megapixel
    • Video: 1280 x 720 (HD) at 30 fps (maximum)
  • Diagonal viewing angle: 74 degrees

Touchpad

  • Resolution:
    • Horizontal: 1560 dpi
    • Vertical: 2553 dpi
  • Dimensions:
    • Width: 2.13 in (54 mm)
    • Height: 3.86 in (98 mm)

Battery

  • Type: 4-cell "smart" lithium ion (40 WHr)
  • Dimensions:
    • Height: 0.79 in (20.00 mm)
    • Width: 10.72 in (272.40 mm)
    • Depth: 1.94 in (49.30 mm)
  • Weight: 0.57 lb (0.26 kg)
  • Voltage: 14.80 VDC
  • Operating time: Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions.
  • Life span (approximate): 300 discharge/charge cycle
  • Temperature range:
    • Operating: 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
    • Storage: -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F)
  • Coin-cell battery: CR-2032

Power Adapter

  • Type: 65 W and 90 W
  • Input voltage: 100 VAC-240 VAC
  • Input frequency: 50 Hz - 60 Hz
  • Input current: 1.50A/1.60A/1.70A/2.50A
  • Output current: 3.34 A/4.62 A
  • Rated output voltage: 19.50 VDC
  • Temperature range:
    • Operating: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
    • Storage: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 104°F)

Additional Information

Wikipedia Page - This page provides a general overview of the history of the Dell Inspiron line of products.

Reviews - This page provides user reviews of this model of Dell Inspiron laptop.

Dell Website - The Dell Inspiron website provides general information about this particular model, along with troubleshooting guides.