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Dell - Inspiron 15.6" Laptop - Intel Core i3 - 4GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black

Model:
I3558-5500BLK
SKU:
5165000
Your price for this item is $249.99
Clearance
The comparable value price is $329.99
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  • QuestionIs there a cd/disc drive?

    Asked by Letitia.

    • Answer Yes, this model has a DVD/RW.

      Answered by CommunityAnswer

  • QuestionHow much memory can be added, up to 16? 32?

    Asked by scott.

    • Answer The Memory Ram of this laptop is expandable to 8GB.

      Answered by CommunityAnswer

  • QuestionIf not touchscreen, then it has a wireless mouse?

    Asked by Granma.

    • Answer The laptop can be used with a wireless mouse, but you have to purchase the mouse seperately.

      Answered by SEDCreations

  • QuestionWhat is the battery life on this computer?

    Asked by jakson.

    • Answer I'm currently using it with battery saver turned on. It is possible to have over 8 hours of battery life in this configuration.

      Answered by Fred

  • QuestionWhat software is included ? Is the full microsoft word included ? Powerpoint ? I can download the free version, I want full access.

    Asked by Ter.

    • Answer No, there is not the full version of Microsoft word, Powerpoint or any software from the Microsoft office bundle.

      Answered by CommunityAnswer

  • QuestionHow many USB ports?

    Asked by Rusty.

    • Answer 1 USB 3.0 port maximizes the latest high-speed devices and also includes 2 USB 2.0 ports to connect more accessories and peripherals. The USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices.

      Answered by YeseniaMtz

  • QuestionWith the Inspirion laptop computer can you burn DVDs

    Asked by Jesse.

    • Answer Why does people keep saying no?? Yes you can!! It has cd/dvdw you don't have to buy an external drive. I know they just didn't make mine with one & sold everyone else laptops without it. I just burned a movie last night for my kids to watch on their DVD player, which they've watched twice now!

      Answered by Myka

  • QuestionWhat is already installed: Windows 10?? What about emails?

    Asked by shastalass14.

    • Answer This laptop does come with windows 10 installed. Your emails do not come installed. You have to write them yourself, which can be a bit time consuming

      Answered by CaptainObvious

  • QuestionWhat type of RAM does this computer accept? I want to upgrade to 8gb but I it wouldn't accept the RAM I bought already and I don't want to waste my money getting more. If someone could link me to ram they have bought and used in this computer!

    Asked by itsgeoff.

    • Answer This is the exact memory my 3558-5500 had installed in one of the 2 available slots. Hynix 4GB DDR3 Memory SO-DIMM 204pin PC3L-12800S 1600MHz HMT451S6BFR8A-PB I ordered an exact match for the 2nd slot for a otal of 8GB (which is the maximum memory according to Dell) Be aware past Dell laptops have accepted more memory than stated, however i do not know if this one does. Also, this Hynix memory is a Single Rank memory, you may want to match it with an exact replacement to avoid memory issues. I did try a 4GB Crucuail Dual Rank memory in slot 2 and it recognized it, recognized the 2 SODIMMS as a dual channel (not to be confused with Dual Rank) config and passed memory diags. I thought it was best to match the Hynix in the end and returned the Crucial part. FYI, the mixed config of single and dual rank sodimms did have an extra GB of memory access speed listed by memtest86 (~13.8GB/s vs ~12.8GB/s.) So for maximum memory access speed I suspect pulling the single Rank Hynix SODIMM and replacing with 2 new Dual Rank SODIMMs would provide the best speeds. However the extra money didn't seem warranted for me to throw away the stock memory for a 5-10% theoretical speed increase. If you replaced the HD with an SSD maybe you'd notice. With 275GB SSDs only about $60 on sale it might be a great upgrade if you've spent all that time ripping apart the machine to install the memory. Also, if you replace the memory, make sure you but some "blue thread lock" for the screws that hold the machine together, or they will be falling out in a few months.

      Answered by TC2007

  • QuestionCan I use to write a book?

    Asked by Jim.

    • Answer Yes, but you can also use a pen.

      Answered by David

  • QuestionDoes 4gb memory come configured as (1) 4gb module or (2) 2gb modules?

    Asked by RHK.

    • Answer This is the exact memory my 3558-5500 had installed in one of the 2 available slots. Hynix 4GB DDR3 Memory SO-DIMM 204pin PC3L-12800S 1600MHz HMT451S6BFR8A-PB I ordered an exact match for the 2nd slot for a otal of 8GB (which is the maximum memory according to Dell) Be aware past Dell laptops have accepted more memory than stated, however i do not know if this one does. Also, this Hynix memory is a Single Rank memory, you may want to match it with an exact replacement to avoid memory issues. I did try a 4GB Crucuail Dual Rank memory in slot 2 and it recognized it, recognized the 2 SODIMMS as a dual channel (not to be confused with Dual Rank) config and passed memory diags. I thought it was best to match the Hynix in the end and returned the Crucial part. FYI, the mixed config of single and dual rank sodimms did have an extra GB of memory access speed listed by memtest86 (~13.8GB/s vs ~12.8GB/s.) So for maximum memory access speed I suspect pulling the single Rank Hynix SODIMM and replacing with 2 new Dual Rank SODIMMs would provide the best speeds. However the extra money didn't seem warranted for me to throw away the stock memory for a 5-10% theoretical speed increase. If you replaced the HD with an SSD maybe you'd notice. With 275GB SSDs only about $60 on sale it might be a great upgrade if you've spent all that time ripping apart the machine to install the memory. Also, if you replace the memory, make sure you but some "blue thread lock" for the screws that hold the machine together, or they will be falling out in a few months.

      Answered by TC2007

  • QuestionHow can I add my memory to my laptop. There is nothing on the back for me to put the memory in.

    Asked by Toomer.

    • Answer It's not convenient at all. You have to remove the bottom panel, as well as the keyboard and DVD drive. Then you remove the top panel. You'll have access to the RAM at that point.

      Answered by ABCO

  • QuestionThe fan is noisy?

    Asked by Jose.

    • Answer No, you cannot hear anything.

      Answered by Scott

  • QuestionIs there a port to plug in a monitor?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer It has an HDMI port

      Answered by Drina611

  • QuestionDoes this laptop have a touchscreen?

    Asked by ammulle.

    • Answer no

      Answered by Bernard

  • QuestionI'm planning on upgrading the RAM from 4GB to 8GB does anyone know where I can learn how? I also want to upgrade the hard drive to 7200 RPM or an SSD if I can learn how.

    Asked by Nickname.

    • Answer Don't bother with a 7200 RPM. The new 5400 RPMs such as this one are nearly as fast . The memory and SSD will be way more noticable. Definetly go SSD. You can get a MX300 275GB Crucial drive now for about $60 and a 500GB+ for around $110 on sale. Also search the web and see if this machine will accept 16GB total, a lot of Dell machines accept more memory than Dell admits to. They like to artificially create PC price ranges by saying the memory is limited on the low-end machines. With a SSD and 16GB ram this would be an awesome value, especially if you bought it at the lowest sale price I've seen the past 2 months ($249.99). Always check the price online, even if the store or ads have higher prices. I snagged one for $259.99 last week on a one day price match with their own website, while the price in the store was $329.99! Look up the chipsets at ark.intel.com it may help you find out if it supports more memory than 8GB (though the Dell BIOS may or may not cooperate) Good Luck. Northbridge Chipset is a Broadwell-U Rev. 09 Southbridge Chipset is a ID5CC9 Rev. 03 If someone gets more than 8GB in this machine and working, let us know!

      Answered by TC2007

  • QuestionCan this laptop harddrive be replaced with solidstate type. ? How easily accessible is it.

    Asked by Towney.

    • Answer It's about a 10 minute preocess to remove the 17 screws and keyboard to get to the memory and hard drive. You also need to coat the screws with blue thread lock (loctitie os similar) when putting them back in, or they will fall out in a couple months after heating cooling cycles and transporting the laptop, and the flexing and jogging around that goes with that.

      Answered by TC2007

  • QuestionWhat generation is this i3?

    Asked by Laptop.

    • Answer 5th Generation according to all data I've seen

      Answered by RHK

  • QuestionIs keyboard backlit?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer No, the keyboard is not backlit.

      Answered by CommunityAnswer

  • Questionis battery replaceable by user

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Yes it is

      Answered by Jose

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