Inspiron 5301Setup and Specifications
Regulatory Model: P121GRegulatory Type: P121G002August 2020Rev. A00
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Set up your Inspiron 5301
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- 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. - Finish operating system setup.For Ubuntu:Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. For more information about installing and configuring Ubuntu, see the knowledge base articles SLN151664 and SLN151748 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.
- Locate and use Dell apps from the Windows Start menu—Recommended.
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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. |
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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.
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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. dellcom/support. |
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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. |
Views of Inspiron 5301
Right
- microSD-card slotReads from and writes to the MicroSD card. The computer supports the following card types:● Micro Secure Digital (microSD)● micro Secure Digital High Capacity (microSDHC)● micro Secure Digital Extended Capacity (microSDXC)
- Headset portConnect headphones or a headset (headphone and microphone combo).
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 portConnect devices such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
Left
- Power-adapter portConnect a power adapter to provide power to your computer.
- Power and battery status lightIndicates the power state and battery state of the computer.Solid white—The 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 is also used for diagnostics. For moreinformation, see the Troubleshooting section in your computer’s Service Manual.
- HDMI portConnect to a TV or another HDMI-in-enabled device. Provides video and audio output.
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 portConnect devices such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C) port with Power Delivery/DisplayPortConnect 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: The Dell Adapter USB-C to USB-A is shipped with this computer. Use this adapter to connect legacy USB-A accessories to USB (Type-C) ports on your computer.
NOTE: A USB Type-C to DisplayPort adapter (sold separately) is required to connect a DisplayPort device.
NOTE: You can connect a Dell Docking Station to this port. For more information, see the knowledge base article SLN286158 at www.dell.com/support.
Base
- Left-click areaPress to left-click.
- TouchpadMove your finger on the touchpad to move the mouse pointer. Tap to left-click and two-finger tap to right-click.
- Right-click areaPress to right-click.
- Power button with optional fingerprint readerPress 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 4 seconds to force shut down the computer.If the power button has a fingerprint reader, place your finger on the power button to log in.
NOTE: You can customize power-button behavior in Windows. For more information, see Me and My Dell atwww.dell.com/support/manuals.
Display
- Left microphoneProvides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls.
- CameraEnables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos.
- Camera-status lightTurns on when the camera is in use.
- Right microphoneProvides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls.
Bottom
- Left speakerProvides audio output.
- Service Tag labelThe Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardwarecomponents in your computer and access warranty information.
- Right speakerProvides audio output.
Specifications of Inspiron 5301
Dimensions and weight
The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Inspiron 5301.Table 2. Dimensions and weight
| Description | Values |
| Height: | |
| Front height | 13.94 mm (0.55 in.) |
| Rear height | 15.85 mm (0.62 in.) |
| Width | 305.96 mm (12.05 in.) |
| Depth | 203.40 mm (8.01 in.) |
| Weight (maximum) | 1.23 kg (2.71 lb)
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Processor
The following table lists the details of the processors supported by your Inspiron 5301.Table 3. Processor
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three |
| Processor type | 11th Generation Intel Core i3- 1115G4 | 111h Generation Intel Core 15- 1145G7 | 111h Generation Intel Core i7-1165G7 |
| Processor wattage | 2S W | 28 W | 28 W |
| Processor core count | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Processor thread count | 4 | 8 | 8 |
| Processor speed | Up to 4.1 GHz | Up to 4.2 GHz | Up to 4.9 GHz |
| Processor cache | 5 MB | 8 MB | 12 MB |
| Integrated graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Chipset
The following table lists the details of the chipset supported by your Inspiron 5301.Table 4. Chipset
| Description | Values |
| Chipset | Integrated in the processor |
| Processor | 11th Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 |
| DRAM bus width | 84-bit |
| Flash EPROM | 32 MB |
| PCIe bus | Up to Gen3 |
Operating system
Your Inspiron 5301 supports the following operating systems:
- Windows 10 Home, 64-bit
- Windows 10 Home in S Mode, 64‐bit
- Windows 10 Professional, 64-bit
- Ubuntu 20.04 SP1, 64-bit
Memory
The following table lists the memory specifications of your Inspiron 5301.Table 5. Memory specifications
| Description | Values |
| Memory slots | Onboard system memory |
| Memory type | LPDDR4x |
| Memory speed | 3733 MHz/4267 MHz |
| Maximum memory configuration | 16 GB |
| Minimum memory configuration | 8 GB |
| Memory configurations supported |
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External ports
The following table lists the external ports on your Inspiron 5301.Table 6. External ports
| Description | Values |
| USB ports |
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| Audio port | One headset (headphone and microphone combo) pon |
| Video port | One HDMI 2.0 port |
| Media-card reader | One microSD card slot |
| Power-adapter pon | One 4.5 mm x 2.9 mm DC-in |
| Security | Not applicable |
Internal slots
The following table lists the internal slots of your Inspiron 5301.Table 7. Internal slots
| Description | Values |
| M.2 | One M.2 2230/2280 slot for solid-state drive/Intel Optanememory module NOTE: To learn more about the features of differenttypes of M.2 cards, see the knowledge base articleSLN301626 at www.dell.com/support. |
Wireless module
The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) module supported on your Inspiron 5301.Table 8. Wireless module specifications
| Description | Values |
| Model number | Intel 9560 |
| Transfer rate | Up to 1733 Mbps |
| Frequency bands supported | 2.4 GHz/5 GHz |
| Wireless standards |
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Audio
The following table lists the audio specifications of your Inspiron 5301.
Table 8. Wireless module specifications (continued)
| Description | Values |
| Encryption | · 64-bit/128-bit WEP
· AES-CCMP · TKIP |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 |
Audio
The following table lists the audio specifications of your Inspiron 5301.Table 9. Audio specifications
| Description | Values |
| Audio controller | Realtek ALC3204 |
| Stereo conversion | Supported |
| Internal audio interface | High-definition audio |
| External audio interface | Universal audio jack |
| Number of speakers | Two |
| Internal-speaker amplifier | Supported (audio codec integrated) |
| External volume controls | Keyboard shortcut controls |
| Speaker output: | |
| Average speaker output | 2 W |
| Peak speaker output | 2.5 W |
| Subwoofer output | Not supported |
| Microphone | Due-array microphones |
Storage
This section lists the storage options on your Inspiron 5301.Your Inspiron 5301 supports one of the following storage configurations:
- One M.2 2230 solid-state drive
- One M.2 2280 solid-state driveThe primary drive of your Inspiron 5301 is the designated boot drive.Table 10. Storage specifications
| Storage type | Interlace type | Capacity |
| M.2 2230 solid-state drive | PCIe NVMe Gen3 x4 | Up to 1 TB |
| M.2 2280 solid-state drive | PCIe NVMe Gen3 x4 | Up to 1 TB |
Intel Optane Memory H10 with Solid State Storage (optional)
Intel Optane Memory technology utilizes 3D XPoint memory technology and functions as a non-volatile storage cache/ accelerator and/or storage device depending on the Intel Optane Memory installed in your computer.
Intel Optane Memory H10 with Solid State Storage functions as both a non-volatile storage cache/accelerator (enabling enhanced read/to write speeds for hard-drive storage) and a solid-state storage solution. It neither replaces nor adds to the memory (RAM) installed on your computer.
Table 11. Intel Optane Memory H10 with Solid State Storage specifications
| Description | Values |
| Interface | PCIe 3 x4 NVMe
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| Connector | M.2 |
| Form factor | 2280 |
| Capacity (Intel Optane memory) | Up to 32 GB |
| Capacity (solid-state storage) | Up to 512 GB |
NOTE: IntelOptane Memory H10 with Solid State Storage is supported on computers that meet the following requirements:● 9th Generation or higher Intel Core i3/i5/i7 processors● Windows 10 64-bit version or higher (Anniversary Update)●Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version 15.9.1.1018 or higher
Keyboard
The following table lists the keyboard specifications of your Inspiron 5301.
Table 12. Keyboard specifications
| Description | Values |
| Keyboard type | ● Backlit keyboard● non-backlit keyboard |
| Keyboard layout | QWERTY |
| Number of keys | ● The United States and Canada: 81 keys● United Kingdom: 82 keys● Japan: 85 keys |
| Keyboard size | X=18.7 mm key pitchY=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. |
| NOTE: You can define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1–F12) changing Function Key Behavior in the BIOS setup program.For more information, see Keyboard shortcuts. |
Camera
The following table lists the camera specifications of your Inspiron 5301.
Table 13. Camera specifications
| Description | Values |
| Number of cameras | One camera |
| Camera type | HD RGB camera |
| Camera location | Front camera |
| Camera sensor type | CMOS sensor technology |
| Camera resolution: | |
| Still image | 0.92 megapixel |
| Video | 1280 x 720 (HD) at 30 fps |
| Diagonal viewing angle: | 74.9 degrees |
Touchpad
The following table lists the touchpad specifications of your Inspiron 5301.Table 14. Touchpad specifications
| Description | Values |
| Touchpad resolution: | |
| Horizontal | 1229 |
| Vertical | 749 |
| Touchpad dimensions: | |
| Horizontal | 105 mm (4.13 in.) |
| Vertical | 65 mm (2.56 in.) |
| Touchpad gestures | For more information about touchpad gestures available on Windows 10. see the Microsoft knowledge base article 4027871 at support.microsoft.com. |
Media-card reader
The following table lists the media cards supported by your Inspiron 5301.Table 15. Media-card reader specifications
| Description | Values |
| Media-card type | One microSD card slot |
| Media-cards supported |
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| NOTE: The maximum capacity supported by the media card reader varies depending on the standard of the media card installed in your computer. |
Power adapter
The following table lists the power adapter specifications of your Inspiron 5301.Table 16. Power adapter specifications
| Description | Option one | Option two |
| Type | 45 W | 65 W |
| Connector dimensions: | ||
| External diameter | 4.50 mm | 4.50 mm |
| Internal diameter | 2.90 mm | 2.90 mm |
| Input voltage | 100 VAC-240 VAC | 100 VAC-240 VAC |
| Input frequency | 50 Hz-60 Hz | 50 Hz-60 Hz |
| Input current (maximum) | 1.30 A | 1.60 A |
| Output current (continuous) | 2.31 A | 3.34 A |
| Rated output voltage | 19.50 VDC | 19.50 VDC |
| Temperature range: | ||
| Operating | 0°C to 400C (320F to 1040F) | Oct to 400C (320F to 1040F) |
| Storage | -400C to 700C (-400F to 1580F) | -400C to 700C (-400F to 1580F) |
Battery
The following table lists the battery specifications of your Inspiron 5301.Table 17. Battery specifications
| Description | Option one |
Option two |
| Battery type | 3-cell “smart” lithium-ion (40 Wh) | 4-cell “smart” lithium-ion (53 Wh) |
| Battery voltage | 11.40 VDC | 15.20 VDC |
| Battery weight (maximum) | 0.18 kg (0.40 Ib) | 0.24 kg (0.53 Ib) |
| Battery dimensions: | ||
| Height | 184.10 mm (7.25 in.) | 239.10 mm (9A1 in.) |
| Width | 90.73 mm (3.57 in.) | 90.73 mm (3.57 in.) |
| Depth | 5.75 mm (0.23 in.) | 5.75 mm (0.23 in.) |
| Temperature range: | ||
| Operating | 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) | 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) |
| Storage | -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) | -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
| Battery operating time | Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. | Varies depending on operating
conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive 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 on the Dell Power Manager see, Me and My Dell on www.dell.com. |
4 hours (when the computer is off) | 4 hours (when the computer is off) |
| Coin-cell battery | CR2032 | CR2032 |
Display
The following table lists the display specifications of your Inspiron 5301.Table 18. Display specifications
| Description | Values |
| Display type | 13-inch Full High Definition (FHD) |
| Display-panel technology | Narrow border with wide viewing angle (WVA) |
| Display-panel dimensions (active area): | |
| Height | 165.24 mm (6.51 in.) |
| Width | 293.76 mm (11.57 in.) |
| Diagonal | 33732 mm (13.30 in.) |
| Display-panel native resolution | 1920 x 10130 |
| Luminance (typical) | 300 nits |
| Megapixels | 2.07 |
| Description | Values |
| Color gamut | 95% RGB |
| Pixels Per Inch (FPI) | 166 |
| Contrast ratio (min) | 600:1 |
| Response time (max) | 35 ms |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Horizontal view angle | BO +/- degrees |
| Vertical view angle | BO +/- degrees |
| Pixel pitch | 0.153 mm x 0.153 mm |
| Power consumption (maximum) | 4 W |
| Anti-glare vs glossy finish | Anti-glare |
| Touch options | No |
Fingerprint reader (optional)
The following table lists the specifications of the optional fingerprint-reader of your Inspiron 5301.Table 19. Fingerprint reader specifications
| Description | Values |
| Fingerprint-reader sensor technology | Capacitive |
| Fingerprint-reader sensor resolution | 500 dpi |
| Fingerprint-reader sensor pixel size | 108 x 88 |
GPU—Integrated
The following table lists the specifications of the integrated Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Inspiron 5301.Table 20. GPU—Integrated
| Controller | Memory size | Processor |
| Intel UHD Graphics | Shared system memory | 11th Generation Intel Core i3 |
| Intel Iris Plus Graphics | Shared system memory | 11th Generation Intel Core i5/i7 |
GPU—Discrete
The following table lists the specifications of the discrete Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Inspiron 5301.Table 21. GPU—Discrete
| Controller | Memory size | Memory type |
| NVIDIA GeForce MX350 | 2 GB | GDDR5 |
Operating and storage environment
This table lists the operating and storage specifications of your Inspiron 5301.Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985Table 22. Computer environment
| Description | Operating | Storage |
| Temperature range | 0°C to 400C (32°F to 104°F) | -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) | 140 GT | 160 GT |
| Altitude range | 0 m to 3048 m (0 ft to 10000 ft) | 0 m to 10668 m (0 ft to 35000 ft) |
* 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.
Keyboard shortcuts of Inspiron 5301
NOTE: Keyboard characters may differ depending on the keyboard language configuration. Keys used for shortcuts remain the same across all language configurations.Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These keys can be used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions. The symbol shown on the lower part of the key refers to the character that is typed out when the key is pressed. If you press shift and the key, the symbol shown on the upper part of the key is typed out. For example, if you press 2, 2 is typed out; if you press Shift + 2, @ is typed out.The keys F1-F12 at the top row of the keyboard are function keys for multimedia control, as indicated by the icon at the bottom of the key. Press the function key to invoke the task represented by the icon. For example, pressing F1 mutes the audio (refer to the table below).However, if the function keys F1-F12 are needed for specific software applications, multi-media functionality can be disabled by pressing fn + Esc. Subsequently, multimedia control can be invoked by pressing fn and the respective function key. For example, mute audio by pressing fn + F1.NOTE: You can also define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1-F12) by changing Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program.Table 23. List of keyboard shortcuts
| Function key | Redefined key (for multimedia control) | Behavior |
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Mute audio |
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Decrease volume |
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Increase volume |
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Play/Pause |
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Toggle keyboard backlight |
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Decrease brightness |
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Increase brightness |
| Function key | Redefined key (for multimedia control) | Behavior |
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Switch to an external display |
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Print screen |
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Home |
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End |
The fn key is also used with selected keys on the keyboard to invoke other secondary functions.
Table 24. List of keyboard shortcuts
| Function key | Behavior |
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Pause/Break |
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Toggle scroll lock |
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System request |
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Open application menu |
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Toggle Fn-key lock |
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Toggle Battery charge LED and HDD LED behavior |
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Toggle Ultra performance mode |
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Emoji (Win + Period (.) or Win + semicolon (;) |
Getting help and contacting Dell
Self-help resourcesYou can get information and help on Dell products and services using these self-help resources:Table 25. Self-help resources
| Self-help resources | Resource location |
| Information about Dell products and services | www.dell.com |
| My Dell | |
| Tips |  |
| Contact Support | In Windows search, type Contact Support, and press Enter. |
| Online help for the operating system | www.dell.com/support/windowswww.dell.com/support/linux |
| Troubleshooting information, user manuals, set up instructions, product specifications, technical help blogs, drivers, software updates, and so on. | www.dell.com/support |
| Dell knowledge base articles for a variety of computer concerns | 1. Go to www.dell.com/support.2. On the menu bar at the top of the Support page, select Support > Knowledge Base.3. In the Search field on the Knowledge Base page, type the keyword, topic, or model number, and then click or tap the search icon to view 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 | See Me and My Dell at www.dell.com/support/manuals.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 Product ID in the search bar. |
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