Latitude 5175/5179 User’s Guide Regulatory Model: T04E Regulatory Type: T04E001
Notes, cautions, and warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your tablet. 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. Copyright © 2015 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. This product is protected by U.S. and international copyright and intellectual property laws.
Contents 1 Tablet features........................................................ 6 2 Setting up your tablet...............................................10 Charging your tablet.................................................... 10 Turning on your tablet..................................................11 Inserting the micro-SIM card........................................... 11 Removing the micro-SIM card..........................................12 Inserting the microSD card.............................
Adjusting the screen brightness....................................... 20 Auto adjust.......................................................... 20 Synchronizing your tablet.............................................. 21 Restoring your operating system...................................... 21 Refreshing your tablet............................................. 21 Resetting your tablet.............................................. 22 Gestures...................................................................
8 Getting help .......................................................... 46 Self-help resources...................................................... 46 9 Contacting Dell....................................................... 47 10 Locating your Service Tag and Express Service Code.......
1 Tablet features Feature 1. Power button • • Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn on the tablet if it is turned off. Press to turn on if it is in a sleep state.
Feature • Press to turn off the screen. NOTE: Press the Power button and Windows button together to access the lock/logout menu. NOTE: The tablet can be configured to enable beep sound during start up. To enable this feature, enter the BIOS setup program, and under Post Behavior select Enable Sign of Life Indication. For more information, see Entering BIOS setup program. 2. Power and battery-charge status light Solid white Power adapter is connected and the tablet is charging.
Feature 7. Headset port Connect a headphone, a microphone, or a headphone and microphone combo (headset). 8. Volume-control buttons (2) Press to increase or decrease the volume. 9. Microphone Provides sound input for audio recording, voice calls, and so on. 10. Micro-HDMI port Connect a TV or another HDMI-in enabled device. Provides video and audio output. 11. USB 3.0 port Connect peripherals such as storage devices, printers, and so on. 12. USB 3.
Feature 18. Docking pins Allows docking to the keyboard dock. 19. Docking slots (2) Allows docking to the keyboard dock. 20. Service Tag label Provides the Service Tag and Express Service Code needed for contacting Dell. 21. NFC-sensor area (Latitude 5179 only) Allows NFC-enabled devices to communicate with your tablet. 22. Rear camera Allows you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos. 23. Security-cable slot Connects a security cable to prevent unauthorized movement of your tablet.
2 Setting up your tablet WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, read the safety information that shipped with your tablet. For additional best practices information, go to www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
NOTE: A fully discharged battery takes up to 3 hours to fully charge when your tablet is not in use. Turning on your tablet When you turn on the tablet for the first time, you must finish Windows setup to start using your tablet. For more information, see the Quick Start Guide that shipped with your tablet. 1 Press and hold the power button for 2 seconds to turn on your tablet. The lock screen is displayed. 2 Swipe up from the bottom of the display to switch to the login screen.
CAUTION: Ensure that the micro-SIM card is aligned as shown in the image. 2 Insert the micro-SIM card into the card slot until it locks into place. 3 Close the slot cover. Removing the micro-SIM card CAUTION: Removing the micro-SIM card while it is in use may cause data loss or result in application errors. 1 Open the slot cover. 2 Press the micro-SIM card inward and release it. The micro-SIM card pops out. 3 Slide the micro-SIM card out of the slot. 4 Close the slot cover.
Inserting the microSD card 1 Open the slot cover and locate the microSD card slot. CAUTION: Ensure that the microSD card is aligned as shown in the image. 2 Insert the microSD card into the card slot until it locks into place. 3 Close the slot cover.
Removing the microSD card CAUTION: Removing the microSD card while it is in use may cause data loss or result in application errors. 1 In the notification area at the bottom-right corner of the Windows desktop, tap (Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media). NOTE: If you do not see Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media , tap Show hidden icons to display all icons in the notification area. 2 Tap Eject SD Memory Card. A message is displayed confirming that the microSD card can be safely removed.
Using the headset WARNING: Listening to loud music for an extended period of time can lead to hearing loss. Connect a headset, headphones, microphone, or other audio equipment to the headset port of your tablet. 1 Connect headset to the headset port on the tablet. 2 Wear the headset and adjust the volume to a comfortable level. Adjust the microphone to an optimal level when using voice-enabled applications.
3 Using your tablet NOTE: For detailed information on using Windows, see Getting help. Topics: • Turning off your tablet • Turning off the screen • Start screen • Wi-Fi • Mobile broadband settings • Bluetooth • Screen orientation • Adjusting the screen brightness • Synchronizing your tablet • Restoring your operating system • Gestures Turning off your tablet Using the power button on the Start screen On the top-right corner of the Start screen, tap the power button → Shut down .
Using the power button 1 Press and hold the power button for at least 4 seconds. 2 Swipe down the shut-down confirmation screen to turn off the tablet. Turning off the screen Using the Charms menu 1 Swipe-in from the right edge of the display to access the Charms menu. 2 Tap Settings → Power → Sleep to turn off the screen. NOTE: If your tablet is in a standby state, press the power button or Windows button to turn on the screen.
You can customize the Start screen by pinning your favorite apps as tiles, setting your favorite picture as a wallpaper, and so on. Wi-Fi Turning Wi-Fi on or off 1 Swipe in from the right edge of the display to access the Charms menu. 2 Tap Settings 3 Swipe the Wi-Fi slider to the right or left to turn Wi-Fi on or off. → wireless network icon . Connecting to a network 1 Swipe in from the right edge of the display to access the Charms menu.
Bluetooth Turning Bluetooth on or off 1 Swipe-in from the right edge of the display to access the Charms menu. 2 Tap Settings 3 Swipe the Bluetooth slider to the right or left to turn off or on Bluetooth. → Change PC settings → PC and devices → Bluetooth. Pairing with Bluetooth-enabled devices NOTE: Bluetooth connection between your tablet and Apple devices are not supported. 1 Swipe-in from the right edge of the display to access the Charms menu.
Locking/unlocking the screen orientation 1 Change the screen to the desired orientation. 2 Swipe in from the right edge of the display to access the Charms menu. 3 Tap Settings 4 Tap to lock the screen orientation, or tap orientation. → Screen . to unlock the screen Adjusting the screen brightness 1 Swipe-in from the right edge of the display to access the Charms menu. 2 Tap Settings 3 Move the slider up or down to adjust the screen brightness. → Screen .
Synchronizing your tablet When you use your Microsoft account to sign in to Windows 8.1 devices, the settings such as browser history, Windows and app settings, Start screen, and personal files are automatically synchronized. NOTE: To synchronize, the devices must be connected to the internet. If you are using a local account, switch to a Microsoft account to enable synchronization. Tap Settings account.
NOTE: Apps installed from the Windows Store are automatically reinstalled after the refresh is complete. Apps installed from sources other than the Windows Store are removed and have to be manually installed. Resetting your tablet CAUTION: Back up all the required data before you proceed. Resetting your tablet erases all data from your tablet, including your account configuration, apps, music, pictures, and files, and returns Windows to original factory settings.
Gestures Functions Drag Move items such as images and icons on the screen. 1 2 3 Touch and hold your finger on an item on the screen. Keeping your finger in contact with the display, move your fingertip to the desired location. Take your finger off the display to drop the item in the desired location. Swipe or slide Move your finger in a vertical or horizontal direction on the display. • • Zoom in Touch the display with two fingers and then move the fingers apart.
Gestures Functions Zoom out Touch the display with two fingers and then move the fingers closer. Reduce the view of an image or web page. Rotate Rotate an object by 90 degrees. Touch the display with two or more fingers and then move the fingers in a clockwise or counter-clockwise arc.
4 Keyboards and Pens Your tablet supports the following accessories that are sold separately: • Latitude 11 Slim Keyboard • Latitude 11 Keyboard with mini Active Pen Topics: • Latitude 11 Slim Keyboard • Latitude 11 Keyboard Latitude 11 Slim Keyboard Connecting your tablet 1 Open the flap on the keyboard and set to a desired angle.
2 Align the tabs on the keyboard dock to the slots on the tablet and dock the tablet to the keyboard dock.
Disconnecting your tablet Hold the keyboard, lift and release the tablet away from the keyboard.
Tilt Dell Active Pen holder NOTE: The Pen holder accommodates the Dell Active Pen which is sold separately. Store the Dell Active Pen here after use.
Latitude 11 Keyboard Features Feature 1. Undock button Press to undock the tablet. 2. Docking pins Allows the tablet to communicate with the keyboard when docked. 3. Power-adapter port (USB-C) Allows you to connect a power adapter to charge the keyboard when the tablet is not docked. 4. Docking slots (2) Allows docking to the tablet. 5. Keyboard-charge status light Indicates the charge status of the keyboard. 6.
Feature 7. Right-click area Press to right-click. 8. mini Active Pen Allows you to draw, write text, and perform basic mouse functions. 9. Pen buttons (2) Customize these buttons to perform functions such as right-click, draw, highlight, write text, erase, and so on. 10. Pen garage Allows you to charge the mini Active Pen. Store the mini Active Pen here after use. Connecting your tablet 1 Open the hinge on the keyboard dock. 2 Connect the tablet to the keyboard dock.
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Disconnecting your tablet Press and hold the undock button to release the tablet and lift the tablet away from the keyboard. Charging the keyboard To charge the keyboard connect the power adapter to the charging port on the tablet or the charging port on the keyboard dock. NOTE: If the keyboard has not been charged for a long period of time, it is recommended to charge the keyboard directly by connecting the power adapter to the keyboard dock.
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Using the mini Active Pen The mini Active Pen supports features such as hovering and pressure sensing. You can use the mini Active Pen to draw shapes, select text, turn a page, and so on. You can also press the buttons on the side of the mini Active Pen to perform various tasks.
NOTE: A fully charged mini Active Pen can be used for at least 40 minutes. The buttons on the mini Active Pen can be customized with functions such as: • Barrel button (default function) • Erase (default function) • Page up • Page down • Copy • Paste • Undo • Redo • Disable NOTE: To customize the buttons, download and install the active pen control panel driver from support website. For more information, see www.dell.com/ support/drivers.
NOTE: For charging the mini Active Pen, the tablet must be docked and turned on.
5 Entering BIOS setup program With keyboard 1 Connect your tablet to the keyboard dock or connect a USB-enabled keyboard to your tablet. 2 Press the power button to turn on your tablet. 3 When the Dell logo is displayed, press F2. Without keyboard 1 Press the power button to turn on your tablet. 2 Press and hold the Volume Up button when the Dell logo is displayed on the screen. 3 When the F12 boot selection menu is displayed, select BIOS Setup using the Volume Up button.
6 Specifications Dimensions and weight: Latitude 5175 Latitude 5179 Thickness 10.78 mm (0.42 in.) 14.32 mm (0.56 in.) Width 279.78 mm (11.01 in.) 279.76 mm (11.01 in.) Height 176.80 mm (6.96 in.) 176.83 mm (6.96 in.) Weight (minimum) 0.71 kg (1.56 lb) 0.76 kg (1.67 lb) System information: Processor 6th Generation Intel Core m Processor Operating system • • RAM LPDDR3 Windows 8.
Ports and connectors: Audio One headset port (headphone and microphone combo) HDMI One micro-HDMI port microSD card One microSD-card slot Micro-SIM card One micro-SIM card slot (optional) USB 3.0 port One USB 3.0 port USB-C port One USB-C port that supports power delivery and USB 3.0 Communications: Wi-Fi Dual-band 802.11ac Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.
Display: Color depth 8 bits Security: Fingerprint reader Supported on Latitude 5179 only Smart card reader Supported on Latitude 5179 only Camera: Front-facing camera Rear-facing camera 5 MP fixed focus 8 MP auto focus Still image Up to 5 MP Up to 8 MP Video Up to FHD (1920x1080) pixels Up to FHD (1920x1080) pixels 63 to 66 degrees 63 to 66 degrees Type Resolution Viewing angle Power adapter: Input voltage 100 VAC–240 VAC Input frequency 50 Hz–60 Hz Input current 1.
Environmental requirements: Non-operating -40°C to 65 °C (-40°F to 149 °F) Relative humidity (maximum): Operating 10% to 90% (non-condensing) Non-operating 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Altitude (maximum, unpressurized): Operating -15.20 m to 3048 m (-50 ft to 10,000 ft) Storage -15.20 m to 10,668 m (-50 ft to 35,000 ft) Keyboard: Latitude 11 Slim Keyboard Latitude 11 Keyboard Dimensions: Width 357.70 mm (14.08 in.) 279.20 mm (10.99 in.) Depth 277.90 mm (10.94 in.) 174.62 mm (6.87 in.
7 Troubleshooting Battery Problems Possible causes Possible solutions Battery does not charge The cable connections may be loose. 1 2 3 4 5 Check the cable connectors and power adapter to ensure proper connectivity. Verify that the wall outlet is functioning by connecting another device. Check the light on the power-adapter cable. Ensure that you are using the power adapter that shipped with the tablet. Disconnect the power adapter and connect after approximately 10 seconds.
and Turning on your tablet. Battery drains quickly even when the tablet is in standby mode If the tablet is not in the range of a network it can connect to, the tablet continues to try to locate a base station and drains the battery. • • • • Battery charge values are not accurate Temporarily turn off the tablet. Move the tablet in range of a network it can connect to or temporarily turn off the wireless connection on your tablet.
• Ensure they are within Bluetooth range. Touchscreen Problems Touchscreen responds slowly or improperly Possible causes • • The screen is dirty. A protective cover may prevent the tablet from recognizing your inputs. Possible solutions Moisten a soft, lint‑free cloth with either water or a display cleaner, and wipe the surface of the tablet until it is clean. Do not allow water from the cloth to seep down to the tablet ports or buttons.
minute for the Dell logo to be displayed. Tablet is not responding or behaving unexpectedly • • Restart the tablet. See Turning off your tablet and Turning on your tablet. Refresh the tablet. See Restoring your operating system . Tablet cannot boot into Windows Contact Dell’s support service. Go to www.dell.com/support. Software or feature is not working as expected Software updates may have been downloaded in the background. Restart your tablet.
8 Getting help Self-help resources You can get information and help on Dell products and services using these self-help resources: Information about Dell products and services www.dell.com Dell Help & Support app Help + Tips app Accessing help In Windows search, type Help and Support, and tap Enter. Online help for operating system www.dell.com/support/windows www.dell.
9 Contacting Dell To contact Dell for sales, technical assistance, or customer service issues: 1 Go to www.dell.com/contactdell. 2 Verify your country or region in the Choose a Country/Region drop-down list at the bottom of the page. 3 Select the appropriate service or support link based on your requirement or choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options.
10 Locating your Service Tag and Express Service Code You must provide the Service Tag and Express Service Code of your tablet when contacting Dell for customer service or technical assistance. NOTE: The telephone systems prompts you to enter the Express Service Code that helps in routing your call efficiently. The Service Tag and Express Service Code for your tablet are located on a label at the bottom of the tablet.
