Dell Inspiron 7586 User Guide

Inspiron 7586
Setup and Specifications

Notes, cautions, and warnings
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April 2020
Rev. A02

Set up your Inspiron 7586

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

   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.
   	SupportAssist Proactively checks the health of your computer’s hardware and software. The SupportAssist OS Recovery tool troubleshoots issues with the operating system. For more information, see the SupportAssist documentation at www.dell.com/support. NOTE: In SupportAssist, click the warranty expiry date to renew or upgrade your warranty.
   	Dell Update Updates your computer with critical fixes and the latest device drivers as they become available. For more information about using Dell Update, see the knowledge base article SLN305843 at www.dell.com/support.
   	Dell Digital Delivery Download software applications, which are purchased but not pre-installed on your computer. For more information about using Dell Digital Delivery, see the knowledge base article 153764 at www.dell.com/support.

4. Create recovery drive for Windows.
   NOTE: It is recommended to create a recovery drive to troubleshoot and fix problems that may occur with Windows.
   For more information, see Create a USB recovery drive for Windows.

Create a USB recovery drive for Windows

Create a recovery drive to troubleshoot and fix problems that may occur with Windows. An empty USB flash drive with a minimum capacity of 16 GB is required to create the recovery drive.
NOTE: This process may take up to an hour to complete.
NOTE: The following steps may vary depending on the version of Windows installed. Refer to the Microsoft support site for the latest instructions.

1. Connect the USB flash drive to your computer.
2. In Windows search, type Recovery.
3. In the search results, click Create a recovery drive.
   The User Account Control window is displayed.
4. Click Yes to continue.
   The Recovery Drive window is displayed.
5. Select Back up system files to the recovery drive and click Next.
6. Select the USB flash drive and click Next. A message appears, indicating that all data in the USB flash drive will be deleted.
7. Click Create.
8. Click Finish.
   For more information about reinstalling Windows using the USB recovery drive, see the Troubleshooting section of your product’s Service Manual at www.dell.com/support/manuals.

Views of Inspiron 7586

Right

1. SD-card slot
   Reads from and writes to the SD card.
2. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (2)
   Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.

Left

1. Power-adapter port
   Connect a power adapter to provide power to your computer.
2. 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 between the power and battery-status light, and hard-drive activity light.
   The hard-drive activity light
   Turns on when the computer reads from or writes to the hard drive.
   Power and battery status light
   Indicate the power and battery-charge status.
   Solid white — Power adapter is connected and the battery has more than 5% charge.
   Amber — The 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.
3. HDMI port
   Connect to a TV or another HDMI-in-enabled device. Provides video and audio output.
4. USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Type-C) port with Power Delivery/DisplayPort
   Connect peripherals such as external storage devices, printers, and external displays. Supports Power Delivery that enables a 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.
5. Headset port
   Connect headphones or a headset (headphone and microphone combo).

Base

1. Left-click area
   Press to left-click.
2. Touchpad
   Move your finger on the touchpad to move the mouse pointer. Tap to left-click and two-finger tap to right-click.
3. Right-click area
   Press to right-click.
4. Power button with 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 a sleep state; press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to force shut down the computer. Place your finger on the power button to log in with the fingerprint reader. NOTE: You can customize power-button behavior in Windows. For more information, see Me and My Dell at www.dell.com/support/manuals.

Display

1.  Left microphone
   Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls.
2. The camera
   Enables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos.
3. The Camera-status light
   Turns on when the camera is in use.
4. The right microphone
   Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls.

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

Tablet 

Stand

Tent

Specifications of Inspiron 7586

Computer model
Inspiron 7586
Dimensions and weight
Table 2. Dimensions and weight Height:

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

Processors

Table 3. Processor specifications

Chipset

Table 4. Chipset specifications

Operating system

• Windows 10 Home (64-bit)
• Windows 10 Professional (64-bit)

Memory

Table 5. Memory specifications Slots Type Speed

Slots Type Speed	Two slots DDR4 2666 MHz NOTE: The 2666 MHz memory functions at 2400 MHz with 8th Generation Intel Core processors.
Maximum memory	16 GB NOTE: Dell offers up to 16 GB but the computer supports 32 GB memory.
Minimum memory Memory per slot Configurations supported	8 GB 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB • 8 GB DDR4 at 2400 MHz (1×8 GB) • 8 GB DDR4 at 2400 MHz (2×4 GB) • 12 GB DDR4 at 2400 MHz (4 GB + 8 GB) • 16 GB DDR4 at 2400 MHz (1×16 GB) • 16 GB DDR4 at 2400 MHz (2×8 GB)

Ports and connectors

Table 6. Ports and connectors specifications
External:

Internal:

Communications

Wireless module
Table 7. Wireless module specifications

Model number Transfer rate Frequency bands supported Wireless standards	Intel 9560 Up to 867 Mbps Dual-band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz WiFi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Encryption	• 64-bit/128-bit WEP • AES-CCMP • SKIP
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.0 NOTE: Windows 10 supports up to Bluetooth 4.2.

Audio
Table 8. Audio specifications

Storage

Table 9. Storage specifications

Intel Optane memory

Intel Optane memory functions only as a storage accelerator. It neither replaces nor adds to the memory (RAM) installed on your computer.
NOTE: Intel Optane memory is supported on computers that meet the following requirements:

• 7th Generation or higher Intel Core i3/i5/i7 processor
• Windows 10 64-bit version or higher
• Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version 15.9.1.1018 or higher

Table 10. Intel Optane memory specifications

Media-card reader

Table 11. Media-card reader specifications

Keyboard
Table 12. Keyboard specifications

Type	Backlit keyboard
Layout	QWERTY
Number of keys	• United States and Canada: 80 keys • United Kingdom: 81 keys • Japan: 84 keys
Size	• X = 19.05 mm key pitch • Y = 18.05 mm key pitch
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 the BIOS setup program. Keyboard shortcuts

Camera
Table 13. Camera specifications

Touchpad

Table 14. Touchpad specifications Resolution:

Touchpad gestures

For more information about touchpad gestures for Windows 10, see the Microsoft knowledge base article 4027871 at support.microsoft.com.

Power adapter

Table 15. Power adapter specifications

Battery

Table 16. Battery specifications

Type Voltage Weight (maximum)	3-cell Primus (42 WHr) 11.40 VDC 0.20 kg (0.44 lb)	4-cell Primus (56 WHr) 15.20 VDC 0.25 kg (0.55 lb)
Dimensions: Height Width Depth	5.90 mm (0.23 in.) 184.15 mm (7.25 in.) 90.73 mm (3.57 in.)	5.90 mm (0.23 in.) 233.06 mm (9.18 in.) 90.73 mm (3.57 in.)
Temperature range: Operating Storage	0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) –40°C to 65°C (–40°F to 149°F)	0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) –40°C to 65°C (–40°F to 149°F)
Operating time	Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions.
Charging time (approximate)	4 hours (when the computer is off) NOTE: Control the charging time, duration, start and end time, and so on using the Dell Power Manager application. For more information on the Dell Power Manager, see Me and My Dell on www.dell.com.
Life span (approximate) Coin-cell battery	Life span (approximate) Coin-cell battery	300 discharge/charge cycles CR-2032

Display

Table 17. Display specifications

Fingerprint reader

Table 18. Fingerprint reader specifications

Video

Table 19. Discrete graphics specifications
Discrete graphics

Table 20. Integrated graphics specifications
Integrated graphics

Computer environment

Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
Table 21. Computer environment

* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates the 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 a parked position.

Keyboard shortcuts

NOTE: Keyboard characters may differ depending on the keyboard language configuration. Keys used for shortcuts remain the same across all language configurations.
Table 22. List of keyboard shortcuts

Keys	Description
	Mute audio
	Decrease volume
	Increase volume
	Play previous track/chapter
	Play/Pause
	Play next track/chapter
	Switch to an external display
	Search
	Toggle keyboard backlight
	Toggle keyboard backlight
	Increase brightness
	Turn off/on wireless
	Toggle scroll lock
	Toggle Fn-key lock
	Pause/Break
	Sleep
	System request
	Open application menu
	Toggle between battery-status light and hard-drive activity light NOTE: Hard-drive activity light is supported only on computers shipped with a hard drive.

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 23. Self-help resources

Contacting Dell

To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, see www.dell.com/contactdell.
NOTE: Availability varies by country/region and product, and some services may not be available in your country/region.
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information about your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.

References

• Microsoft Support
• Computers, Monitors & Technology Solutions | Dell USA
• Computers, Monitors & Technology Solutions | Dell USA
• Contact Support | Dell US
• Support | Dell US
• Support for SupportAssist for Home PCs | Documentation | Dell US
• Manuals | Dell US
• Windows Operating Systems | Dell US
• Microsoft Support
• Microsoft Support
• Touch gestures for Windows - Microsoft Support
• Computers, Monitors & Technology Solutions | Dell USA
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• Support | Dell US
• What is Dell Digital Delivery? | Dell US
• Dell Update and Alienware Update - Overview and common questions | Dell US
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• Windows Operating Systems | Dell US