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.
CAUTION: To ensure good airflow and prevent overheating, place the system in an open area, at least 2 inches/5 cm away from walls. Ensure that air vents on the system are clear of any obstructions.
Connect the keyboard and mouse. NOTE: For setup instructions, see the documentation shipped with the keyboard and mouse.
Connect the network cable—Optional.
Connect the display. NOTE: If you ordered your computer with a discrete graphics card, connect the display to the discrete graphics card.
Connect the power cable.
Press the power button.
Finish operating system setup.For Ubuntu:Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.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.
Locate and use Dell apps from the Windows Start menu—Recommended.Table 1. Locate Dell apps
Resources
Description
My DellCentralized 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.
SupportAssistProactively 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 UpdateUpdates 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 DeliveryDownload 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.
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 capacityof 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 latestinstructions.
Connect the USB flash drive to your computer.
In Windows search, type Recovery.
In the search results, click Create a recovery drive.The User Account Control window is displayed.
Click Yes to continue.The Recovery Drive window is displayed.
Select Back up system files to the recovery drive and click Next.
Select the USB flash drive and click Next.A message appears, indicating that all data in the USB flash drive will be deleted.
Click Create.
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 3470
Front
Optical-drive activity lightTurns on when the computer reads from or writes to the optical disc.
Optical-drive eject buttonPress to open the optical drive tray.
Optical-drive emergency eject pinholeUsed to eject the optical-drive tray manually if the optical-drive eject button fails.NOTE: For more information about manually ejecting optical-drive trays, see the knowledge base article SLN301118 at www.dell.com/support.
Optical drive (optional)Reads from and writes to CDs and DVDs.
Power buttonPress to turn on the computer if it is turned off, in sleep state, or in hibernate state.Press to put the computer in a sleep state if it is turned on.Press and hold for 4 seconds to force shut down the computer.NOTE: You can customize the power-button behavior in Power Options. For more information, see www.dell.com/support/manuals.
Hard-drive activity lightTurns on when the computer reads from or writes to the hard drive.
SD-card slotReads from and writes to the SD card.
Headset portConnect headphones or a headset (headphone and microphone combo).
USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (2)Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps
Back
Line-in portConnect recording or playback devices such as a microphone or CD player.
Line-out portConnect speakers.
Microphone portConnect an external microphone to provide sound input.
VGA portConnect an external display or a projector.
HDMI portConnect to a TV or another HDMI-in-enabled device. Provides video and audio output.
USB 2.0 ports (4)Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps.
Network port (with lights)Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for network or Internet access.The two lights next to the connector indicate the connectivity status and network activity.
Service Tag labelThe Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information.
Expansion-card slotsProvide access to ports on any installed PCI Express cards.
Power portConnect a power cable to provide power to your computer.
Power-supply diagnostics lightIndicates the power-supply state.
Security-cable slot (for Kensington locks)Connect a security cable to prevent unauthorized movement of your computer.
Padlock ring(s)Attach a standard padlock to prevent unauthorized access to the interior of your computer.
Specifications of Inspiron 3470
Computer modelInspiron 3470System information
Table 2. System information
Description
Values
Processor
• 9th Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7
• Intel Pentium Gold
• Intel Celeron
Chipset
Intel H370
Operating system
Windows 10 Home (64-bit)
Windows 10 Professional (64-bit)
Ubuntu
Dimensions and weight
Table 3. Dimensions and weight
Description
Values
Height
290 mm (11.42 in.)
Width
92.60 mm (3.65 in.)
Depth
292 mm (11.50 in.)
Weight (approximate)
4.80 kg (10.58 lb)
NOTE: The weight of your computer varies depending on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing variability.
4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB4 GB, 8 GB, 12 GB, 16 GB, 24 GB, and 32 GB
Ports and connectors
Table 5. Ports and connectors
Description
Values
External:NetworkUSB
One RJ45 port• Four USB 2.0 ports• Two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports
Audio/Video
• One headset port• One microphone port• One line-out port• One line-in port• One VGA port• One HDMI-out 1.4 port
Internal: M.2 card
• One M.2 card slot for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo card• One M.2 card slot for solid-state drive (SATA)
Communications
Table 6. Supported Communications
Description
Values
Ethernet
10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controller integrated on system board
Wireless
• Intel 9462 1x1ac + Bluetooth 5.0 (802.11ac + Bluetooth 5.0, 1×1)• Intel 9560 2x2ac + Bluetooth 5.0 (802.11ac + Bluetooth 5.0, 2×2)• DW 1707 + Bluetooth 4.0 (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.0, 1×1)
Wireless
Table 7. Wireless
Description
Values
Values
Values
Type
DW1707
Intel 9462 1x1ac
Intel 9560 2x2ac
Transfer rate (maximum)
150 Mbps
305 Mbps/326 Mbps
1204 Mbps/1220 Mbps
Frequency bands
2.4 GHz
2.4 GHz/5 GHz
2.4 GHz/5 GHz
Encryption
• 64-bit/128-bit WEP• AES-CCMP• SKIP
• 64-bit/128-bit WEP• AES-CCMP• SKIP
• 64-bit/128-bit WEP• AES-CCMP• SKIP
Audio
Table 8. Audio specifications
Description
Values
Controller
Realtek ALC3820-CG
Type
Integrated 5.1 channel Intel High Definition Audio
Storage
Your computer supports one hard drive and an optional optical drive.
Table 9. Storage specifications
Storage type
Interface type
Capacity
One slimline DVD+/-RW optical drive
SATA 6 Gbps
N/A
Two 2.5-inch hard drive
SATA 6 Gbps
Up to 1 TB
One 3.5-inch hard drive
SATA 6 Gbps
Up to 2 TB
One M.2 2280 solid-state drive
SATA 6 Gbps
Up to 512 GB
Media-card reader
Table 10. Media-card reader specifications
Description
Values
Type
One SD-card slot
Cards supported
SD card
Power ratings
Table 11. Power ratings
Type
APFC Full Range 200 W
APFC HV 200 W
EPA Bronze 200 W
Input voltage
100 VAC-240 VAC
100 VAC-240 VAC
100 VAC-240 VAC
Input frequency
47 Hz-63 Hz
47 Hz-63 Hz
47 Hz-63 Hz
Input current (maximum)
3.20 A/1.60 A
3.20 A/1.60 A
6.60 A/3.30 A
Output current (continuous)
16.50 A/14 A
16.50 A/14 A
16.50 A/14 A
NOTE: Maximum continuous total DC output power shall not exceed 200 W.
Rated output voltage
12 VA/12 VB
12 VA/12 VB
12 VA/12 VB
Temperature range:OperatingStorage
5°C to 45°C (41°F to 113°F)-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Video
Table 12. Video specifications
Integrated
Discrete
Controller
• Intel UHD 610 Graphics• Intel UHD 630 Graphics
NVIDIA GT710 LP
Memory
Shared system memory
2 GB
Computer environment
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
Table 13. Computer environment
Operating
Storage
Temperature range
10°C to 35°C(50°F to 95°F)
–40°C to 65°C(–40°F to 149°F)
Relative humidity
(maximum)
20% to 80%(non-condensing)
5% to 95%(non-condensing)
NOTE: Maximum dew pointtemperature = 26°C
NOTE: Maximum dew pointtemperature = 33°C
Vibration(maximum) *
0.26 GRMS
1.37 GRMS
Shock
40 G†
105 G‡
Operating Storage
(maximum)* 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.
Getting help and contacting Dell
Self-help resources
You can get information and help on Dell products and services using these self-help resources:
Dell knowledge base articles for a variety of computer concerns.
1.Go to www.dell.com/support.2. Type the subject or keyword in the Search box.3. Click Search to retrieve the related articles.
Learn and know the following information about your product:
• Product specifications• Operating system• Setting up and using your product• Data backup• Troubleshooting and diagnostics• Factory and system restore• BIOS information
To locate the Me and My Dell relevant to your product, identify your product through one of the following:• Select Detect Product.• Locate your product through the drop-down menu under View Products.• Enter the Service Tag number or ProductID in the search bar.
Contacting Dell
To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, see www.dell.com/contactdell.NOTE: Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your country.
NOTE: If you do not have an active internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.