DELL Precision 3480 Mobile Workstation Owner’s Manual

Precision 3480 Mobile Workstation

Product Information

The Precision 3480 is a high-performance laptop designed by
Dell. It offers advanced features and powerful performance for
professional users. The laptop comes with various connectivity
options, including USB ports, Thunderbolt ports, HDMI port, and a
network port. It also includes Dell Optimizer software that
optimizes system performance based on user preferences.

Specifications

• Regulatory Model: P165G
• Regulatory Type: P165G001/P165G002/P165G003
• Release Date: November 2023
• Revision: A02

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The Precision 3480 has the following ports and connectors:

Right Side:

1. Universal audio jack: Connect headphones or a headset with a
   headphone and microphone combo.

2. HDMI port: Connect to a TV, external display, or another
   HDMI-in enabled device for video and audio output.

3. Security-cable slot: Connect a security cable to prevent
   unauthorized movement of the computer.

Left Side:

1. Network port: Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or
   broadband modem for network or internet access with a transfer rate
   of 10/100/1000 Mbps.

2. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port: Connect external storage devices and
   printers for data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.

3. Thunderbolt 4.0 with DisplayPort Alt Mode/USB Type-C/USB4/Power
   Delivery: Supports USB4, DisplayPort 1.4, Thunderbolt 4, and
   enables connection to an external display using a display adapter.
   Provides data transfer rates of up to 40 Gbps for USB4 and
   Thunderbolt 4.

4. Thunderbolt 4.0 with DisplayPort Alt Mode/USB Type-C/USB4/Power
   Delivery: Supports USB4, DisplayPort 1.4, Thunderbolt 4, and
   enables connection to an external display using a display adapter.
   Provides data transfer rates of up to 40 Gbps for USB4 and
   Thunderbolt 4.

Product Usage Instructions

Set up your Precision 3480

Follow the steps below to set up your Precision 3480:

1. Unbox the laptop and remove all packaging materials.

2. Connect the power adapter to the laptop and plug it into a
   power outlet.

3. Press the power button to turn on the laptop.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup
   process.

Dell Optimizer

Dell Optimizer is a software that optimizes the performance of
your Precision 3480 based on your preferences. To use Dell
Optimizer:

1. Open the Dell Optimizer application from the Start menu or
   desktop shortcut.

2. Configure the settings according to your preferences for
   performance, battery life, audio, and graphics.

3. Click “Apply” to save the changes.

Software

The Precision 3480 comes pre-installed with an operating system.
To explore additional software options:

1. Go to the “Operating system” section in the user manual for
   information about the installed operating system.

2. Visit the Dell website and navigate to the “Drivers and
   downloads” section to find software updates and additional
   drivers.

Getting Help and Contacting Dell

If you need assistance or have any questions about your
Precision 3480, follow these steps:

1. Refer to the “Getting help and contacting Dell” chapter in the
   user manual for detailed instructions.

2. Visit the Dell support website at www.dell.com/support for
   troubleshooting guides, FAQs, and technical support.

FAQ

Q: What is the transfer rate of the network port?

The network port on the Precision 3480 has a transfer rate of
10/100/1000 Mbps.

Q: Can I connect multiple displays to the Thunderbolt 4

ports?

Yes, Thunderbolt 4 supports connecting two 4K displays or one 8K
display using the Thunderbolt 4 ports on the Precision 3480.

Q: Do I need an adapter to connect a DisplayPort device?

Yes, you will need a USB Type-C to DisplayPort adapter (sold
separately) to connect a DisplayPort device to the Thunderbolt 4
ports on the Precision 3480.

Precision 3480
Owner’s Manual
Regulatory Model: P165G Regulatory Type: P165G001/P165G002/P165G003 November 2023 Rev. A02

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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Contents

Chapter 1: Views of Precision 3480……………………………………………………………………………………7 Right………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Left…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7 Top…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9 Display……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..10 Bottom……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..11 Service Tag………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………11 Battery charge and status light …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….12
Chapter 2: Set up your Precision 3480…………………………………………………………………………….. 13
Chapter 3: Specifications of Precision 3480…………………………………………………………………….. 15 Dimensions and weight………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 15 Processor……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 15 Chipset……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 17 Operating system…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 17 Memory……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………17 External ports………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….18 Internal slots……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………18 Ethernet…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 19 Wireless module………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………19 WWAN module……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….20 Audio………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 21 Storage…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 21 Keyboard…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………22 Keyboard function keys………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 22 Camera…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 23 Touchpad………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..24 Power adapter………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..24 Battery…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 25 Display……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 26 Fingerprint reader (optional)………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 27 Sensor …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 28 GPU–Integrated………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 28 GPU–Discrete……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 28 External display support……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 28 Hardware security…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 28 Smart-card reader………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….29 Contactless smart-card reader……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 29 Contacted smart-card reader…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..30 Operating and storage environment………………………………………………………………………………………………………………31 Dell Support policy………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 32 ComfortView Plus…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 32 Using the privacy shutter……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 32

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Dell Optimizer………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 33
Chapter 4: Working inside your computer…………………………………………………………………………34 Safety instructions………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 34 Before working inside your computer………………………………………………………………………………………………………34 Safety precautions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 35 Electrostatic discharge–ESD protection………………………………………………………………………………………………. 35 ESD field service kit …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………36 Transporting sensitive components………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 37 After working inside your computer…………………………………………………………………………………………………………37 BitLocker……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………37 Recommended tools……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 37 Screw list………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..38 Major components of Precision 3480………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 39
Chapter 5: Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)……………………………….41 SIM card tray…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 41 Removing the SIM card tray……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..41 Installing the SIM card tray……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 42 Base cover…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 43 Removing the base cover………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 43 Installing the base cover………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 45 Memory modules…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 46 Removing the memory module…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………46 Installing the memory module………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 47 Solid-state drive……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 48 Removing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive………………………………………………………………………………………………. 48 Installing the M.2 2230 solid-state drive………………………………………………………………………………………………… 48 Wireless card…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 49 Removing the wireless card……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..49 Installing the wireless card……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….50 Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) card……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 52 Removing the WWAN card……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 52 Installing the WWAN card……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 54 Fan…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 57 Removing the fan…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 57 Installing the fan………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 58
Chapter 6: Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)…………………………………….. 60 Battery…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 60 Lithium- ion battery precautions……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….60 Removing the battery……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 60 Installing the battery………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….61 Coin-cell battery……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 62 Removing the coin-cell battery………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..62 Installing the coin-cell battery…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 63 Heat sink…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………64 Removing the heat sink – for computers shipped with integrated graphics card………………………………… 64 Installing the heat sink – for computers shipped with integrated graphics card……………………………………67

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Removing the heat sink – for computers shipped with discrete graphics card……………………………………. 69 Installing the heat sink – for computers shipped with discrete graphics card……………………………………….70 Speakers…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 71 Removing the speakers……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..71 Installing the speakers……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 72 Assembly inner frame……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 73 Removing the assembly inner frame……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 73 Installing the assembly inner frame…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 74 Display assembly…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….75 Removing the display assembly………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..75 Installing the display assembly………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….79 Display bezel………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 84 Removing the display bezel………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………84 Installing the display bezel………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..84 Display panel…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..85 Removing the display panel…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 85 Installing the display panel……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 87 Camera module……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 89 Removing the camera module…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 89 Installing the camera module…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 90 Display hinges………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 91 Removing the display hinges……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 91 Installing the display hinges……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 91 Display cable………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 92 Removing the display cable………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………92 Installing the display cable………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..94 Display back cover………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 96 Removing the display back cover…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….96 Installing the display back cover……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 97 System board………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 98 Removing the system board……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 98 Installing the system board……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 100 Smart card reader…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………102 Removing the smart card reader…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 102 Installing the smart card reader…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 103 Power-button board……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 104 Removing the power-button board……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 104 Installing the power-button board…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 105 Keyboard………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 107 Removing the keyboard…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..107 Installing the keyboard…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….109 Palm-rest assembly……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….110 Removing the palm-rest assembly…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 110 Installing the palm-rest assembly……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 111 Dummy SIM-card slot filler……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………112 Removing the dummy SIM-card slot filler……………………………………………………………………………………………… 112 Installing the dummy SIM-card slot filler……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 113
Chapter 7: Software……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 115 Operating system…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 115

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Drivers and downloads…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 115
Chapter 8: BIOS setup………………………………………………………………………………………………….116 Entering BIOS setup program……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 116 Navigation keys……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..116 One Time Boot menu…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….116 System setup options…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 117 Updating the BIOS………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..127 Updating the BIOS in Windows……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 127 Updating the BIOS in Linux and Ubuntu…………………………………………………………………………………………………127 Updating the BIOS using the USB drive in Windows……………………………………………………………………………. 127 Updating the BIOS from the F12 One-Time boot menu……………………………………………………………………….. 128 System and setup password……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 128 Assigning a system setup password……………………………………………………………………………………………………….128 Deleting or changing an existing system setup password……………………………………………………………………. 129 Clearing CMOS settings……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….129 Clearing BIOS (System Setup) and System passwords……………………………………………………………………………..130 Clearing Chassis Intrusion Alert………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 130
Chapter 9: Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………………………………………. 133 Handling swollen Lithium-ion batteries………………………………………………………………………………………………………..133 Locate the Service Tag or Express Service Code of your Dell computer …………………………………….. 133 Dell SupportAssist Pre-boot System Performance Check diagnostics…………………………………………………….. 134 Running the SupportAssist Pre-Boot System Performance Check…………………………………………………….. 134 Built-in self-test (BIST)………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..134 M-BIST……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 134 LCD Power rail test (L-BIST)………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 135 LCD Built-in Self Test (BIST)………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 135 System- diagnostic lights………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………136 Recovering the operating system……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 137 Real-Time Clock (RTC Reset)…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 137 Backup media and recovery options…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 137 Wi-Fi power cycle………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 137 Drain residual flea power (perform hard reset)………………………………………………………………………………………….. 137
Chapter 10: Getting help and contacting Dell………………………………………………………………….. 139

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1. Universal audio jack Connect headphones or a headset (headphone and microphone combo).
2. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port with PowerShare Connect devices such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. PowerShare enables you to charge your USB devices even when your computer is turned off. NOTE: If your computer is turned 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 turned off or in sleep state. In such cases, turn on the computer to charge the device.
3. HDMI port Connect to a TV, external display or another HDMI-in enabled device. Provides video and audio output.
4. Security-cable slot Connect a security cable to prevent unauthorized movement of your computer.
Left

1. Network port
Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for network or Internet access, with a transfer rate of 10/100/1000 Mbps.

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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. Thunderbolt 4.0 with DisplayPort Alt Mode/USB Type-C/USB4/Power Delivery Supports USB4, DisplayPort 1.4, Thunderbolt 4 and also enables you to connect to an external display using a display adapter. Provides data transfer rates of up to 40 Gbps for USB4 and Thunderbolt 4. NOTE: You can connect a Dell Docking Station to the Thunderbolt 4 ports. For more information, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support.
NOTE: A USB Type-C to DisplayPort adapter (sold separately) is required to connect a DisplayPort device.
NOTE: USB4 is backward compatible with USB 3.2, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3.
NOTE: Thunderbolt 4 supports two 4K displays or one 8K display. 4. Thunderbolt 4.0 with DisplayPort Alt Mode/USB Type-C/USB4/Power Delivery
Supports USB4, DisplayPort 1.4, Thunderbolt 4 and also enables you to connect to an external display using a display adapter. Provides data transfer rates of up to 40 Gbps for USB4 and Thunderbolt 4.
NOTE: You can connect a Dell Docking Station to the Thunderbolt 4 ports. For more information, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support.
NOTE: A USB Type-C to DisplayPort adapter (sold separately) is required to connect a DisplayPort device.
NOTE: USB4 is backward compatible with USB 3.2, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3.
NOTE: Thunderbolt 4 supports two 4K displays or one 8K display. 5. Power and battery-status light
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.
NOTE: On certain computer models, the power and battery-status light are also used for diagnostics. For more information, see the Troubleshooting section in your computer’s Service Manual.
6. nano-SIM slot (optional) Insert a nano-SIM card to connect to a mobile broadband network.
7. Smart-card reader (optional) Using smart card provides authentication in corporate networks.

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1. Touchpad Move your finger on the touchpad to move the mouse pointer. Tap to left-click and two fingers tap to right-click.
2. NFC/Contactless smart card reader (optional) Provides contactless access of cards in corporate networks.
3. 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 steadily to log in. 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.
NOTE: You can customize the power-button behavior in Windows.

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Display

1. Left microphone Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls.
2. Infrared emitter (optional) Emits infrared light, which enables the infrared camera to sense and track motion.
3. Infrared camera (optional) Enhances security when paired with Windows Hello face authentication.
4. Camera shutter Slide the camera shutter to turn the camera on or off.
5. Camera Enables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos.
6. Camera-status light Turns on when the camera is in use.
7. Ambient-light sensor The sensor detects the ambient light and automatically adjusts the display brightness.
8. Right microphone Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls.

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Bottom

1. Left speaker Provides audio output.
2. Right speaker Provides audio output.
3. 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.
Service Tag
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.

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Battery charge and status light

The following table lists the battery charge and status light behavior of your Precision 3480.

Table 1. Battery charge and status light behavior

Power Source

LED Behavior

AC Adapter

Off

AC Adapter

Solid White

Battery

Off

Battery

Solid Amber (590+/-3 nm)

System Power State S0 – S5 S0 – S5 S0 – S5 S0 – S5

Battery Charge Level Fully Charged < Fully Charged 11-100% < 10%

S0 (ON) – System is turned on. S4 (Hibernate) – The system consumes the least power compared to all other sleep states. The system is almost at an OFF
state, expect for a trickle power. The context data is written to hard drive.
S5 (OFF) – The system is in a shutdown state.

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Set up your Precision 3480
About this task NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered.
Steps 1. Connect the power adapter and press the power button.

NOTE: The battery may go into power-saving mode during shipment to conserve charge on the battery. Ensure that the power adapter is connected to your computer when it is turned on for the first time.
2. Finish the operating system setup. For Ubuntu: Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. For more information about installing and configuring Ubuntu, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support.
For Windows: 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.

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Table 2. Locate Dell apps

Resources

Description

Dell Product Registration Register your computer with Dell.

Dell Help & Support Access help and support for your computer.
SupportAssist SupportAssist is the smart technology that keeps your computer running at its best by optimizing settings, detecting issues, removing viruses and notifies when you must make computer updates. SupportAssist proactively checks the health of your computer hardware and software. When an issue is detected, the necessary system state information is sent to Dell to begin troubleshooting. SupportAssist is preinstalled on most of the Dell devices running Windows operating system. For more information, see SupportAssist for Business PCs manuals at www.dell.com/support/home/ product-support/product /supportassist-business-pcs/docs.
NOTE: In SupportAssist, click the warranty expiry date to renew or upgrade your warranty.
Dell Update Updates your computer with critical fixes and latest device drivers as they become available. For more information about using Dell Update, see the product guides and third-party license documents at www.dell.com/support.
Dell Digital Delivery Download software applications, which are purchased but not preinstalled on your computer. For more information about using Dell Digital Delivery, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support.

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Specifications of Precision 3480

Dimensions and weight

The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Precision 3480.

Table 3. Dimensions and weight Description Height:
Front height

Values 19.06 mm (0.75 in.)

Rear height

21.04 mm (0.83 in.)

Width

321.35 mm (12.65 in.)

Depth

212 mm (8.35 in.)

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

1.39 kg (3.06 lb)

Processor
The following table lists the details of the processors supported by your Precision 3480.

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Table 4. Processor

Description Processor type

Option one
13th Generation Intel Core i5-1335U vPro Essentials

Processor wattage
Processor total core count
Performancecores
Efficient-cores

15 W 10 2 8

Processor total 12 thread counts
NOTE: Intel HyperThreading Technology is only available on Performanc e-cores.

Processor speed Up to 4.60 GHz

Performance-cores frequency

Processor base frequency

1.30 GHz

Maximum turbo frequency

4.60 GHz

Efficient-cores frequency

Processor base frequency

0.90 GHz

Maximum turbo frequency

3.40 GHz

Processor cache 12 MB

Integrated graphics

Intel Iris Xe Graphics

Option two 13th Generation Intel Core i7-1355U vPro Essentials 15 W 10 2 8 12
Up to 5 GHz
1.70 GHz 5 GHz
1.20 GHz 3.70 GHz 12 MB Intel Iris Xe Graphics

Option three 13th Generation Intel Core i5-1340P vPro Essentials 28 W 12 4 8 16
Up to 4.60 GHz
1.90 GHz 4.60 GHz
1.40 GHz 3.40 GHz 12 MB Intel Iris Xe Graphics

Option four
13th Generation Intel Core i5-1350P vPro Enterprise

Option five Option six

13th Generation Intel Core i7-1360P vPro Essentials

13th Generation Intel Core i7-1370P vPro Enterprise

28 W

28 W

28 W

12

12

14

4

4

6

8

8

8

16

16

20

Up to 4.70 GHz Up to 5 GHz Up to 5.20 GHz

1.90 GHz

2.20 GHz

1.90 GHz

4.70 GHz

5 GHz

5.20 GHz

1.40 GHz

1.60 GHz

1.40 GHz

3.50 GHz

3.70 GHz

3.90 GHz

12 MB
Intel Iris Xe Graphics

18 MB
Intel Iris Xe Graphics

24 MB
Intel Iris Xe Graphics

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Chipset

The following table lists the details of the chipset supported by your Precision 3480.

Table 5. Chipset Description Chipset

Values Integrated in the processor

Processor

13th Generation Intel Core i5/i7

DRAM bus width

64-bit

Flash EPROM

Up to 64 MB

PCIe bus

Up to Gen 4

Operating system
Your Precision 3480 supports the following operating systems:
Windows 11 Home, 64-bit Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit Microsoft Windows 11 Pro downgrade (Win 10 Pro image FI + Win 11 Pro DPK) Windows 10 China G-SKU, 64-bit Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, 64-bit

Memory

The following table lists the memory specifications of your Precision 3480.

Table 6. Memory specifications Description Memory slots

Values Two-SODIMM slots

Memory type Memory speed

Single-channel DDR4 Dual-channel DDR4 Single-channel DDR5 Dual-channel DDR5
3200 MT/s 4800 MT/s 5200 MT/s

Maximum memory configuration

64 GB

Minimum memory configuration

8 GB

Memory size per slot

8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB

Memory configurations supported

8 GB, 1 x 8 GB, DDR4, 3200 MT/s, single-channel 16 GB, 2 x 8 GB, DDR4, 3200 MT/s, dual-channel 16 GB, 1 x 16 GB, DDR4, 3200 MT/s, single-channel 32 GB, 2 x 16 GB, DDR4, 3200 MT/s, dual-channel

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Table 6. Memory specifications (continued) Description

Values
64 GB, 2 x 32 GB, DDR4, 3200 MT/s, dual-channel 8 GB, 1 x 8 GB, DDR5, 4800 MT/s, single-channel 16 GB, 2 x 8 GB, DDR5, 4800 MT/s, dual-channel 16 GB, 1 x 16 GB, DDR5, 4800 MT/s, single-channel 32 GB, 2 x 16 GB, DDR5, 4800 MT/s, dual-channel 64 GB, 2 x 32 GB, DDR5, 4800 MT/s, dual-channel 8 GB, 1 x 8 GB, DDR5, 5200 MT/s, single-channel 16 GB, 2 x 8 GB, DDR5, 5200 MT/s, dual-channel 16 GB, 1 x 16 GB, DDR5, 5200 MT/s, single-channel 32 GB, 2 x 16 GB, DDR5, 5200 MT/s, dual-channel 64 GB, 2 x 32 GB, DDR5, 5200 MT/s, dual-channel

External ports

The following table lists the external ports of your Precision 3480.

Table 7. External ports Description Network port

Values One RJ45 port

USB ports

Two Thunderbolt 4 port with DisplayPort Alt Mode/USB Type-C/USB4/Power Delivery NOTE: You can connect a Dell Docking Station to this port. For more information, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support.
One USB 3.2 Gen 1 port with PowerShare One USB 3.2 Gen 1 port

Audio port

One Universal audio jack

Video port

One HDMI 2.0 port

Media-card reader

One smart card reader slot (optional)

Power-adapter port

Supported through USB-C

Security-cable slot

One security-cable slot (wedge-shaped)

SIM-card slot

Nano-SIM card slot (optional)

Internal slots

The following table lists the internal slots of your Precision 3480.

Table 8. Internal slots Description M.2

Values
One M.2 2230 slot for WiFi and Bluetooth combo card One M.2 2230 slot for solid-state drive One M.2 3042/3052 for WWAN slot (optional)

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Table 8. Internal slots Description

Values
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.

Ethernet

The following table lists the wired Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) specifications of your Precision 3480.

Table 9. Ethernet specifications Description Model number

Values
Intel Jacksonville I219-LM 10/100/Gb (1000BASE-T) for vPRO configurations
Intel Jacksonville I219-V 10/100/Gb (1000BASE-T) for non-vPRO configurations

Transfer rate

10/100/1000 Mbps

Wireless module

The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) modules that are supported on your Precision 3480.

Table 10. Wireless module specifications

Description

Option one

Model number

Realtek RTL8852BE

Option two Intel AX211

Transfer rate

Up to 1201 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)
NOTE: Wi-Fi 6 is supported
in regions where Wi-Fi 6E is
unavailable.

Encryption Bluetooth wireless card

64-bit/128-bit WEP AES-CCMP TKIP
Bluetooth 5.3

64-bit/128-bit WEP AES-CCMP TKIP
Bluetooth 5.3

NOTE: The version of the Bluetooth wireless card may vary depending on the operating system that is installed on your computer.

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WWAN module

The following table lists the Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) module supported on your Precision 3480.

Table 11. WWAN module specifications

Description

Option one

Model number

4G DW5823e, Intel XMM 7560R+ Global LTE-Advanced, CAT16

Option two
5G DW5931e, Intel 5G 5000 Global Gigabit NR/LTE, 3GPP Release 15

Form factor

M.2 3042 Key-B

M.2 3042 Key-B

Host interface

PCIe Gen2

PCIe Gen3

Network standard

LTE FDD/TDD, WCDMA/HSPA+, GPS/ GLONASS/BDS/Galileo

LTE FDD/TDD, WCDMA/HSPA+, GNSS/ Beidou NR FR1(Sub6) FDD/TDD, LTE FDD/TDD, WCDMA/HSPA+, GPS/ GLONASS/Galileo/BDS/QZSS

Transfer data rate

Up to 1 Gbps DL (Cat 16) Up to 150 Mbps UL

SA: DL 4.67 Gbps/UL 1.25Gbps
NSA: DL 3.74 Gbps/UL 700Mbps
LTE: DL 1.6 Gbps (CAT19)/UL 150 Mbps
UMTS: DL 384 Kbps / UL 384 Kbps DL DC-HSPA+: 42 Mbps (CAT24)/UL 11.5 Mbps (CAT7)

Operating frequency bands
Power supply SIM card eSIM with dual SIM (DSSA) Antenna diversity Radio On/Off Wake on wireless Temperature
Antenna connector

LTE (B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12,

NR (n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n25,

B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26,

n28, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n71,

B28, B29, B30, B32, B34, B38, B39,

n77, n78, n79)

B40, B41(HPUE), B42, B43, B46(receiver LTE (B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12,

only), B48, B66, B71

B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25,

WCDMA/HSPA+ (1, 2, 4,5, 8)

B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B46, B48,

B66, B71)

WCDMA/HSPA+ (1, 2, 4, 5, 8)

DC 3.135 V to 4.4 V, Typical 3.3 V

DC 3.135 V to 4.4 V, Typical 3.3 V

Supported through external SIM slot

Supported through external SIM slot

Supported

Supported

Supported

Supported

Supported

Supported

Supported

Supported

Normal operating temperature: -10°C to + 55°C
Extended Operating temperature: -20°C to +65°C

Normal operating temperature: -10°C to + 55°C
Extended Operating temperature: -30°C to +75°C
Storage temperature: -40°C to +85°C

WWAN Main Antenna x 4 Supports 4×4 MIMO

WWAN Main Antenna x 4 Supports 4×4 MIMO

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Table 11. WWAN module specifications (continued)

Description

Option one

Option two

NOTE: For instructions on how to find your computer’s IMEI (International Mobile Station Equipment Identity) number, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support.

Audio

The following table lists the audio specifications of your Precision 3480.

Table 12. Audio specifications Description Audio controller

Values Realtek Waves, MaxxAudio 12.0

Stereo conversion

Supported

Internal audio interface

High definition audio interface

External audio interface

Universal Audio Jack

Number of speakers

2

Internal-speaker amplifier

Not supported

External volume controls

Keyboard shortcut controls

Speaker output:

Average speaker output

2 W

Peak speaker output

2 W

Subwoofer output

Not supported

Microphone

Digital-array microphones in camera assembly

Storage

This section lists the storage options on your Precision 3480.

Table 13. Storage matrix Storage M.2 2230 solid-state drive

Single M.2 socket Yes

Table 14. Storage specifications Storage type M.2 2230 solid-state drive

Interface type PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe, up to 64 Gbps

2nd M.2 socket Not supported
Capacity Up to 2 TB

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Keyboard

The following table lists the keyboard specifications of your Precision 3480.

Table 15. Keyboard specifications Description Keyboard type

Values Standard keyboard

Keyboard layout

QWERTY

Number of keys Keyboard size

English US, English International, Arabic, Canada bilingual (MUI), Chinese traditional, French-Canadian, Greek, Hebrew, Korean, Russian, Thai, Ukrainian: 79 keys
French-Canadian Quebec, Brazilian, Spanish, Belgian, Bulgarian, Czech & Slovakian (MUI), Danish, English UK, Estonian, French European, German, Hungarian, Icelandic, Italian, Nordic (MUI), Norwegian, Portugese Iberian, Slovenian, Spanish (Castillian), Spanish (Latin America), Swedish/Finnish, Swiss European (MUI), Turkish, Turkish F: 80 keys
Japanese: 83 keys
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. For more information, see Keyboard function keys.

Keyboard function keys

The F1-F12 keys at the top of the keyboard are function keys. By default, these keys are used to perform specific functions defined by the software application in use.
You can run the secondary tasks that are indicated by the symbols on the function keys by pressing the function key with fn, for example, fn and F1. See the table below for the list of secondary tasks and the key combinations to run them.
NOTE: Keyboard characters may differ depending on the keyboard language configuration. Keys that are used for tasks remain the same, regardless of the keyboard language.
NOTE: You can define the primary behavior of function keys in the Function Key Behavior menu of the BIOS setup program.

Table 16. Secondary tasks of keyboard keys Key combination for task fn and F1 fn and F2 fn and F3 fn and F4 fn and F5 fn and F6

What the task does Operating system and application specific F1 behavior Operating system and application specific F2 behavior Operating system and application specific F3 behavior Operating system and application specific F4 behavior Operating system and application specific F5 behavior Operating system and application specific F6 behavior

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Table 16. Secondary tasks of keyboard keys (continued)

Key combination for task fn and F8

What the task does Operating system and application specific F8 behavior

fn and F9

Operating system and application specific F9 behavior

fn and F10

Operating system and application specific F10 behavior

fn and F11

Operating system and application specific F11 behavior

fn and F12

Operating system and application specific F12 behavior

fn and Right Ctrl

Open application menu

fn and Cursor up

Page up

fn and Cursor down

Page down

Keys with alternate characters
There are other keys on your keyboard with alternate characters. The symbols that are shown at the bottom of these keys are the main characters that are displayed when the key is pressed; the symbols that are shown at the top of these keys are displayed when the key is pressed with the shift key. For example, if you press 2, 2 is displayed; if you press Shift and 2, @ is displayed.

Camera

The following table lists the camera specifications of your Precision 3480.

Table 17. Camera specifications Description Number of cameras

Values One

Camera type

FHD RGB camera
FHD RGB+IR camera
FHD RGB+IR camera with Ambient Light Sensor, Express Sign-In with Presence Detection and Intelligent Privacy

Camera location

Front camera

Camera sensor type

CMOS sensor technology

Camera resolution: Still image

2.07 megapixel

Video

1920 x 1080 (FHD) at 30 fps

Infrared camera resolution: Still image

0.23 megapixel

Video

640 x 360 at 30 fps

Diagonal viewing angle: Camera

80 degrees

Infrared camera

86.60 degrees

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Touchpad

The following table lists the touchpad specifications of your Precision 3480.

Table 18. Touchpad specifications Description Touchpad resolution:

Values > 300 DPI

Touchpad dimensions: Horizontal

115 mm

Vertical

67 mm

Touchpad gestures

For more information about touchpad gestures available on:
Windows, see the Microsoft knowledge base article at support.microsoft.com
Ubuntu, see ubuntu.com/support

Power adapter

The following table lists the power adapter specifications of your Precision 3480.

Table 19. Power adapter specifications

Description

Option one

Type

Pecos 65 W, USB-C

Option two 100 W, USB-C

Power-adapter dimensions:

Height

28 mm (1.10 in.)

26.50 (1.04 in.)

Width

51 mm (2.01 in.)

60 mm (2.36 in.)

Depth

112 mm (4.41 in.)

122 mm (4.80 in.)

Input voltage

100 VAC­240 VAC

100 VAC­240 VAC

Input frequency

50 Hz­60 Hz

50 Hz­60 Hz

Input current (maximum)
Output current (continuous)

1.70 A
20 V/3.25 A (continuous) 15 V/3 A (continuous) 9 V/3 A (continuous) 5 V/3 A (continuous)

1.70 A
20 V/5 A (continuous) 15 V/3 A (continuous) 9 V/3 A (continuous) 5 V/3 A (continuous)

Rated output voltage

20 VDC 15 VDC 9 VDC 5 VDC

20 VDC 15 VDC 9 VDC 5 VDC

Temperature range: Operating

0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Option three 130 W, USB-C
22 mm (0.87 in.) 66 mm (2.60 in.) 143 mm (5.63 in.) 100 VAC­240 VAC 50 Hz­60 Hz 1.80 A
20 V/6.50 A (continuous)
5 V/1 A (continuous)
20 VDC 5 VDC
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

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Table 19. Power adapter specifications (continued)

Description Storage

Option one -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)

Option two -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)

Option three
-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 Precision 3480.

Table 20. Battery specifications

Description

Option one

Option two

Battery type

3 cell, 42

3 cell, 42 Wh,

Wh, ExpressCharge, Long Cycle Life,

ExpressCharge Boost ExpressCharge

Option three

Option four

3 cell, 54

3 cell, 54 Wh,

Wh, ExpressCharge, Long Cycle Life,

ExpressCharge Boost ExpessCharge

Battery voltage

11.40 VDC

11.40 VDC

11.40 VDC

11.40 VDC

Battery weight (minimum)

0.19 kg (0.41 lb)

0.19 kg (0.41 lb)

0.22 kg (0.48 lb)

0.22 kg (0.48 lb)

Battery dimensions: Height

5.73 mm (0.22 in.)

5.73 mm (0.22 in.)

5.73 mm (0.22 in.)

5.73 mm (0.22 in.)

Width 263 mm (10.35 in.)

263 mm (10.35 in.)

263 mm (10.35 in.)

263 mm (10.35 in.)

Depth 68.90 mm (2.71 in.) 68.90 mm (2.71 in.) 68.90 mm (2.71 in.) 68.90 mm (2.71 in.)

Temperature range:

Operatin g

Charge: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Discharge: 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)

Charge: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Discharge: 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)

Charge: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Discharge: 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)

Charge: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
Discharge: 0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)

Storage -20°C to 65°C (-4°F -20°C to 65°C (-4°F -20°C to 65°C (-4°F -20°C to 65°C

to 149°F)

to 149°F)

to 149°F)

(-4°F to 149°F)

Battery operating time

Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain powerintensive conditions.

Battery charging time (approximate)
NOTE: Control the charging time, duration, start and end time, and so on using the Dell Power Manager application. For more information about Dell Power Manager,

Express Charge
Method:
0°C 15°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 4 hours

Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain powerintensive conditions.

Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain powerintensive conditions.

Express Charge
Method:
0°C to 15°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 4 hours

Express Charge
Method:
0°C 15°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 4 hours

Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain powerintensive conditions.
Express Charge Method:
0°C to 15°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 4 hours

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Table 20. Battery specifications (continued)

Description
search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support.

Option one

Option two

Option three

Option four

16°C – 45°C normal express charge
46°C 50°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 3 hours
Standard Charge/
Predominately AC
User Charge
Method:
0°C 15°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 4 hours
16°C 50°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 3 hours
Express Charge
Boost Charge
Method (Fast
Charge for Initial
35%):
16°C – 45°C target charge time from 0% to 35% RSOC is 20 mins for Accelerated Charge

16°C to 45°C normal express charge
46°C to 50°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 3 hours
Standard Charge/
Predominately AC
User Charge
Method:
0°C – 15°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 4 hours
16°C – 50°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 3 hours

16°C – 45°C normal express charge
46°C 50°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 3 hours
Standard Charge/
Predominately AC
User Charge
Method:
0°C 15°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 4 hours
16°C 50°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 3 hours
Express Charge
Boost Charge
Method (Fast
Charge for Initial
35%):
16°C – 45°C target charge time from 0% to 35% RSOC is 20 mins for Accelerated Charge

16°C to 45°C normal express charge
46°C to 50°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 3 hours
Standard Charge/
Predominately AC
User Charge
Method:
0°C 15°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 4 hours
16°C 50°C maximum allowable charge time from 0% to 100% RSOC is 3 hours

Coin-cell battery

CR2032

CR2032

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 Precision 3480.

Table 21. Display specifications

Description

Option one

Display type

14-inch Full High Definition (FHD)

Option two
14-inch Full High Definition (FHD)

Option three
14-inch Full High Definition (FHD), ComfortView Plus Low Blue Light, battery saving

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Table 21. Display specifications (continued)

Description Touch options

Option one No

Display-panel technology

In-Plane Switching (IPS)

Display-panel dimensions (active area):
Height

173.95 mm (6.84 in.)

Width

309.40 mm (12.18 in.)

Diagonal

355.60 mm (14 in.)

Display-panel native resolution
Luminance (typical)

1920 x 1080 250 nits

Megapixels

2.07

Color gamut

45% NTSC (typical)

Pixels Per Inch (PPI)

157

Contrast ratio (typical)

600:1

Response time (max)

35 ms

Refresh rate

60 Hz

Horizontal view angle

+/- 85 degrees

Vertical view angle

+/- 85 degrees

Pixel pitch

0.161 x 0.161 mm

Power consumption (maximum)
Anti-glare vs glossy finish

3.10 W Anti-glare

Option two Yes In-Plane Switching (IPS)
173.95 mm (6.84 in.) 309.40 mm (12.18 in.) 355.60 mm (14 in.) 1920 x 1080
300 nits 2.07 72% NTSC (typical) 157 600:1 35 ms 60 Hz +/- 85 degrees +/- 85 degrees 0.161 x 0.161 mm 4.60 W
Anti-glare

Option three No In-Plane Switching (IPS)
173.95 mm (6.84 in.) 309.40 mm (12.18 in.) 355.60 mm (14 in.) 1920 x 1080
400 nits 2.07 100% sRGB (typical) 157 1000:1 35 ms 60 Hz +/- 85 degrees +/- 85 degrees 0.161 x 0.161 mm 2.50 W
Anti-glare

Fingerprint reader (optional)

The following table lists the specifications of the optional fingerprint- reader of your Precision 3480.

Table 22. Fingerprint reader specifications Description Fingerprint-reader sensor technology

Values Capacitive

Fingerprint-reader sensor resolution

500 dpi

Fingerprint-reader sensor pixel size

108 x 88

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Sensor
The following table lists the sensor of your Precision 3480. Table 23. Sensor Sensor support Ambient Light Sensor Accelerometer in the base: ST Micro LIS2DW12TR Accelerometer in the hinge-up (Upsell config with Emza/ALS/IR camera): ST Micro LNG2DMTR

GPU–Integrated

The following table lists the specifications of the integrated Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Precision 3480.

Table 24. GPU–Integrated Controller Intel Iris Xe Graphics

Memory size Dual-channel memory

Processor 13th Generation Intel Core i5/i7

GPU–Discrete

The following table lists the specifications of the discrete Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Precision 3480.

Table 25. GPU–Discrete Controller NVIDIA RTX A500

Memory size 4 GB

Memory type GDDR6

External display support

The following table lists the external display support for your Precision 3480.

Table 26. External display support

Graphics card

Supported external displays with laptop display enabled

Intel Iris Xe Graphics

3

Supported external displays with laptop display disabled
4

Hardware security
The following table lists the hardware security of your Precision 3480. Table 27. Hardware security Hardware security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 discrete FIPS 140-2 certification for TPM TCG Certificatication for TPM (Trusted Computing Group)

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Table 27. Hardware security (continued) Hardware security Finger Print Reader in Power Button tied to ControlVault 3 (optional) ControlVault 3 Advanced Authentication with FIPS 140-2 Level 3 Certification Contacted Smart Card and ControlVault 3 Contactless Smart Card, NFC, and ControlVault 3 SED SSD NVMe, SSD and HDD (Opal and non-Opal) per SDL

Smart-card reader

Contactless smart-card reader

This section lists the contactless smart-card reader specifications of your Precision 3480.

Table 28. Contactless smart-card reader specifications

Title

Description

Dell ControlVault 3 contactless smart-card reader with NFC

Felica Card Support

Reader and software capable of

Yes

supporting Felica contactless cards

ISO 14443 Type A Card Support

Reader and software capable of

Yes

supporting ISO 14443 Type A contactless

cards

ISO 14443 Type B Card Support

Reader and software capable of

Yes

supporting ISO 14443 Type B contactless

cards

ISO/IEC 21481

Reader and software capable of

Yes

supporting ISO/IEC 21481 compliant

contactless cards and tokens

ISO/IEC 18092

Reader and software capable of

Yes

supporting ISO/IEC 21481 compliant

contactless cards and tokens

ISO 15693 Card Support

Reader and software capable of

Yes

supporting ISO15693 contactless cards

NFC Tag Support

Supports reading and processing of NFC Yes compliant tag information

NFC Reader Mode

Support for NFC Forum Defined Reader Yes mode

NFC Writer Mode

Support for NFC Forum Defined Writer Yes mode

NFC Peer-to-Peer Mode

Support for NFC Forum Defined Peer to Yes Peer mode

EMVCo Compliant

Compliant with EMVCO smart card

Yes

standards as posted to www.emvco.com

EMVCo Certified

Formally certified based on EMVCO

Yes

smart card standards

NFC Proximity OS Interface

Enumerates NFP (Near Field Proximity) Yes device for OS to utilize

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Table 28. Contactless smart-card reader specifications (continued)

Title PC/SC OS interface

Description
Personal Computer/Smart Card specification for integration of hardware readers into personal computer environments

Dell ControlVault 3 contactless smart-card reader with NFC
Yes

CCID driver compliance

Common driver support for Integrated Yes Circuit Card Interface Device for OS level drivers

Windows Certified

Device certified by Microsoft WHCK

Yes

Dell ControlVault support

Device connects to Dell ControlVault for Yes usage and processing

FIDO2 compliance

Dell ControlVault 3 Smart-card reader is Yes compliant with the FIDO SPEC

NOTE: 125 Khz proximity cards are not supported. Table 29. Supported cards Manufacturer HID
NXP/Mifare G&D
Oberthur

Card jCOP readertest3 A card (14443a) 1430 1L DESFire D8H iClass (Legacy) iClass SEOS Mifare DESFire 8K White PVC Cards Mifare Classic 1K White PVC Cards NXP Mifare Classic S50 ISO Card idOnDemand – SCE3.2 144K SCE6.0 FIPS 80K Dual+ 1 K Mifare SCE6.0 nonFIPS 80K Dual+ 1 K Mifare SCE6.0 FIPS 144K Dual + 1K Mifare SCE6.0 nonFIPS 144K Dual + 1 K Mifare SCE7.0 FIPS 144K idOnDemand – OCS5.2 80K ID-One Cosmo 64 RSA D V5.4 T=0 card

Contacted smart-card reader

The following table lists the contacted smart-card reader specifications of your Precision 3480.

Table 30. Contacted smart-card reader specifications

Title

Description

ISO 7816 -3 Class A Card Support

Reader capable of reading 5 V powered smart mcard

Dell ControlVault 3 smart-card reader
Yes

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Table 30. Contacted smart-card reader specifications (continued)

Title ISO 7816 -3 Class B Card Support

Description
Reader capable of reading 3 V powered smart card

Dell ControlVault 3 smart-card reader
Yes

ISO 7816 -3 Class C Card support

Reader capable of reading 1.8 V powered Yes smart card

ISO 7816-1 Compliant

Specification for the reader

Yes

ISO 7816 -2 Compliant

Specification for smart card device

Yes

physical characteristics (size, location of

connection points, etc.)

T=0 support

Cards support character level

Yes

transmission

T=1 support

Cards support block level transmission Yes

EMVCo Compliant

Compliant with EMVCo (for electronic Yes payment standards) smart card standards as posted to www.emvco.com

EMVCo Certified

Formally certified based on EMVCO

Yes

smart card standards

PC/SC OS interface

Personal Computer/Smart Card

Yes

specification for integration of hardware

readers into personal computer

environments

CCID driver compliance

Common driver support for Integrated Yes Circuit Card Interface Device for OS level drivers.

Windows Certified

Device certified by WHCK

Yes

FIPS 201 (PIV/HSPD-12) Compliant via Device compliant with FIPS 201/PIV/ Yes

GSA

HSPD-12 requirements

FIDO2 compliance

Dell ControlVault 3 Smart-card reader is Yes compliant with the FIDO SPEC

Operating and storage environment

This table lists the operating and storage specifications of your Precision 3480. Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985

Table 31. Computer environment Description Temperature range

Operating 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)

Storage -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 range

-15.20 m to 3048 m (-49.87 ft to 10000 -15.20 m to 10668 m (-49.87 ft to 35000

ft)

ft)

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Table 31. Computer environment (continued) Description

Operating

Storage

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.

Dell Support policy
For information on Dell support policy, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support.
ComfortView Plus
WARNING: Prolonged exposure to blue light from the display may lead to long- term effects such as eye strain, eye fatigue, or damage to the eyes. Blue light is a color in the light spectrum which has a short wavelength and high energy. Chronic exposure to blue light, particularly from digital sources, may disrupt sleep patterns and cause long-term effects such as eye strain, eye fatigue, or damage to the eyes. The display on this computer is designed to minimize blue light and complies with TÜV Rheinland’s requirement for low blue light displays. Low blue light mode is enabled at the factory, so no further configuration is necessary. To reduce the risk of eye strain, it is also recommended that you: Position the display at a comfortable viewing distance between 20 and 28 inches (50 and 70 cm) from your eyes. Blink frequently to moisten your eyes, wet your eyes with water, or apply suitable eye drops. Look away from your display, and gaze at a distant object at 20 ft (609.60 cm) away for at least 20 seconds during each break. Take an extended break for 20 minutes every two hours.
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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Figure 1. Camera shutter
Dell Optimizer
This section provides the Dell Optimizer specifications of your Precision 3480.
On Precision 3480 with Dell Optimizer, the following features are supported: ExpressConnect–Automatically joins the access point with the strongest signal, and directs bandwidth to conferencing
applications when in use. ExpressSign-in–The Intel Context Sensing Technology’s proximity sensor detects your presence to instantly wake up the
computer and login using the IR camera and Windows Hello feature. Windows locks when you walk away. ExpressResponse–Prioritizes the most important applications. Applications open faster and perform better. ExpressCharge–Extends the battery runtime and improves battery performance by adapting to your patterns. Intelligent Audio–Collaborate like you’re in the same room. Intelligent Audio enhances your audio quality and reduces
background noises, so you can hear and be heard, creating a better conference experience for all.
For more information about configuring and using these features, see Dell Optimizer User Guide.

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Working inside your computer
Safety instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that you have read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is shipped with your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Disconnect your computer from all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels. After you finish working inside the computer, replace all covers, panels, and screws before connecting your computer to an electrical outlet.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, ensure that the work surface is flat, dry, and clean.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the components and cards, handle them by their edges, and avoid touching the pins and the contacts. CAUTION: You should only perform troubleshooting and repairs as authorized or directed by the Dell technical assistance team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. See the safety instructions that is shipped with the product or at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate static electricity which could harm internal components. CAUTION: When you disconnect a cable, pull it by its connector or its pull tab, not the cable itself. Some cables have connectors with locking tabs or thumbscrews that you must disengage before disconnecting the cable. When disconnecting cables, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending the connector pins. When connecting cables, ensure that the ports and the connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.
CAUTION: Press and eject any installed card from the media-card reader.
CAUTION: Exercise caution when handling Lithium-ion batteries in laptops. Swollen batteries should not be used and should be replaced and disposed properly.
NOTE: The color of your computer and certain components may appear differently than shown in this document.
Before working inside your computer
Steps 1. Save and close all open files and exit all open applications. 2. Shut down your computer. For Windows operating system, click Start > Power > Shut down.
NOTE: If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation of your operating system for shut-down instructions.
3. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 4. Disconnect all attached network devices and peripherals, such as keyboard, mouse, and monitor from your computer.

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5. Remove any media card and optical disk from your computer, if applicable. 6. Enter the service mode, if you are able to power on your computer.
Service Mode Service Mode is used to cut-off power, without disconnecting battery cable from system board prior conducting repairs in the computer.
CAUTION: If you are unable to turn on the computer to put it into Service Mode, or the computer does not support Service Mode, proceed to disconnect the battery cable. To disconnect the battery cable, follow the steps in Removing the battery.
NOTE: Ensure that your computer is shut down and the AC adapter is disconnected.
a. Hold key on the keyboard and press the power button for 3 seconds or until the Dell logo appears on the screen. b. Press any key to continue. c. If the AC adapter is not disconnected, a message prompting you to remove the AC adapter appears on the screen.
Remove the AC adapter and then press any key to continue the Service Mode process. The Service Mode process automatically skips the following step if the Owner Tag of the computer is not set up in advance by the user. d. When the ready-to-proceed message appears on the screen, press any key to proceed. The computer emits three short beeps and shuts down immediately. e. Once the computer shuts down, it has successfully entered Service Mode. NOTE: If you are unable to power on your computer or unable to enter Service Mode, skip this process.
Safety precautions
The safety precautions chapter details the primary steps to be taken before performing any disassembly instructions. Observe the following safety precautions before you perform any installation or break/fix procedures involving disassembly or reassembly: Turn off the system and all attached peripherals. Disconnect the system and all attached peripherals from AC power. Disconnect all network cables, telephone, and telecommunications lines from the system. Use an ESD field service kit when working inside any notebook to avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage. After removing any system component, carefully place the removed component on an anti-static mat. Wear shoes with non-conductive rubber soles to reduce the chance of getting electrocuted.
Standby power
Dell products with standby power must be unplugged before you open the case. Systems that incorporate standby power are essentially powered while turned off. The internal power enables the system to be remotely turned on (wake on LAN) and suspended into a sleep mode and has other advanced power management features. Unplugging, pressing, and holding the power button for 15 seconds should discharge residual power in the system board.
Bonding
Bonding is a method for connecting two or more grounding conductors to the same electrical potential. This is done through the use of a field service electrostatic discharge (ESD) kit. When connecting a bonding wire, ensure that it is connected to bare metal and never to a painted or non-metal surface. The wrist strap should be secure and in full contact with your skin, and ensure that you remove all jewelry such as watches, bracelets, or rings prior to bonding yourself and the equipment.
Electrostatic discharge–ESD protection
ESD is a major concern when you handle electronic components, especially sensitive components such as expansion cards, processors, memory DIMMs, and system boards. Very slight charges can damage circuits in ways that may not be obvious, such as intermittent problems or a shortened product life span. As the industry pushes for lower power requirements and increased density, ESD protection is an increasing concern.