Dell Inspiron 15 5579 2-in-1 Repair

The Dell Inspiron 15 5579 2-in-1 is a convertible laptop released by Dell near the start of 2017. As the phrases “15” and “2-in-1” in the name imply, it has a 15-inch touchscreen that can fold 360 degrees to lay flat on the back of the keyboard. Two hinges hold the two halves of the laptop together and allow for this smooth motion.

The Dell Inspiron 15 5579 2-in-1 is sold with an Intel Core i7 8550U quad-core eighth-generation processor. The processor features a maximum turbo speed of 4 GHz and an 8 GB Intel Smart Cache and Intel’s Turbo Boost Technology 2.0. The computer includes 16 GB of RAM installed as two separate 8 GB RAM cards. The 15 5579 2-in-1 model includes a 512 GB solid-state drive (SSD) hard drive with a 2.5-inch SSD form factor. This model is sold with an Intel UHD Graphics 620 graphics processor.

The Dell Inspiron 15 5579 2-in-1 laptop is sold with a 42-Watt-hour three-cell lithium-ion battery. The computer’s 15.6-inch display features an LED backlight and touchscreen capabilities.

To identify this laptop, look on the bottom cover for a sticker containing either the service code or service tag. These two numbers are unique codes that you can enter on the Dell support website to find the exact name for your device.

GENERAL:

• Bundled Services: 1 Year Dell Mail-In Service
• Manufacturer: Dell, Inc.

PROCESSOR / CHIPSET:

• CPU: Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz
• Max Turbo Speed: 4 GHz
• Number of Cores: Quad-Core
• Cache: 8 MB
• 64-bit Computing: Yes
• Features: Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0

CACHE MEMORY:

• Installed Size: 8 MB

STORAGE:

• Interface: Serial ATA-600

RAM:

• Memory Speed: 2400 MHz
• Configuration Features: 2 x 8 GB
• Technology: DDR4 SDRAM
• Installed Size: 16 GB
• Rated Memory Speed: 2400 MHz

MEMORY:

• Max Supported Size: 16 GB
• Technology: DDR4 SDRAM
• Speed: 2400 MHz
• Form Factor; SO-DIMM 260-pin
• Slots Qty: 2
• Empty Slots: 0

ENVIRONMENTAL PARAMETERS:

• Humidity Range Operating: 10 - 90% (non-condensing)

DISPLAY:

• LCD Backlight Technology: LED backlight
• Widescreen Display: Yes
• Monitor Features: TrueLife, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle
• Type: LED
• Touchscreen: yes
• TFT Technology: IPS
• Diagonal Size (metric): 39.624 cm
• Display Resolution Abbreviation: Full HD

HARD DRIVE:

• Type: SSD
• SSD Form Factor: 2.5"
• Capacity: 512 GB

AUDIO & VIDEO:

• Graphics Processor: Intel UHD Graphics 620
• Memory Allocation Technology: shared video memory (UMA)
• Sound: Stereo speakers, array microphone
• Audio Codec: Realtek ALC3253-VA3
• Features: MaxxAudio Pro

INPUT:

• Type: keyboard, touchpad
• Features: volume control

COMMUNICATIONS:

• Wireless Protocol: 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
• Wireless Controller: M.2 Card
• Features: Miracast

OPTICAL STORAGE:

• Drive Type: no optical drive
• Type: none

PROCESSOR:

• CPU Type: Core i7
• Processor Number: i7-8550U
• Generation: 8
• Manufacturer: Intel
• Clock Speed: 1.8 GHz

CARD READER:

• Type: card reader
• Supported Flash Memory: SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card

BATTERY:

• Capacity: 42 Wh
• Cells: 3-cell
• Technology: lithium-ion

AC ADAPTER:

• Input: AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
• Output: 45 Watt, 19.5 V

CONNECTIONS & EXPANSION:

• Interfaces
  • USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
  • HDMI
  • USB 2.0
  • Headphone/microphone combo jack
  • USB 3.1 Gen 1
• Memory Card Reader: Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)

HEADER:

• Brand: Dell
• Product Line: Dell Inspiron
• Model: 15 5579 2-in-1

NETWORKING:

• Data Link Protocol: Bluetooth 4.1, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
• Interface (Bus) Type: M.2 Card

MISCELLANEOUS:

• Color: theoretical gray
• Included Accessories: power adapter
• Theft/Intrusion Protection: security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
• Security Slot Type: Noble Wedge security slot

MONITOR:

• Diagonal Size: 15.6 in

SYSTEM:

• Notebook Type: 2-in-1
• Mechanical Design: 360° flip design
• Platform: Windows
• Hard Drive Capacity: 512 GB

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT:

• Width: 15 in
• Depth: 10 in
• Height: 0.8 in

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Weight: 4.85 lbs

POWER:

• Min Operating Temperature: 32 °F
• Max Operating Temperature: 95 °F

OPERATING SYSTEM / SOFTWARE:

• OS Provided: Type: Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
• Type: McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Microsoft Office (30 days trial)

VIDEO OUTPUT:

• Graphics Processor: Intel UHD Graphics 620
• Graphics Processor Series: Intel UHD Graphics

VIDEO MEMORY:

• Memory Allocation Technology: shared video memory (UMA)

INPUT DEVICE:

• Backlight: Yes

INTERFACES:

• Comment: PowerShare

SHOCK & VIBRATION TOLERANCE:

• Shock Acceleration (Operating): 110 g
• Shock Duration (Operating): 2 ms half-sine pulse
• Shock Acceleration (Non-operating): 160 g
• Shock Duration (Non-operating): 2 ms half-sine pulse
• Vibration Acceleration (Operating): 0.66 g
• Vibration Frequency Range (Operating): RMS (random)
• Vibration Acceleration (Non-operating): 1.3 g
• Vibration Frequency Range (Non-operating): RMS (random)

• Dell Inspiron 15 5579 2-in-1 Product Page
• Dell Inspiron 15 5579 2-in-1 Support
• Dell Inspiron 15 5579 2-in-1 Specifications