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Laptop Dell Inspiron 5442

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The Dell Inspiron 5442 is a laptop designed to meet the needs of professionals looking for reliable performance and smooth usage. With an elegant black hue, this model offers a practical and efficient format, ideal for use in the office or on the go.

Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i3-4005U processor running at 1.7 GHz, with 2 cores and 4 threads, it allows for multitasking without compromising performance. Its internal memory of 4 Go DDR3L-SDRAM is expandable up to 8 Go, ensuring a smooth user experience for multitasking.

The Dell Inspiron 5442 features a 500 Go hard drive, providing ample space to store files and applications. Its 14-inch screen with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels, combined with LED backlighting, ensures comfortable and pleasant viewing.

This model also includes an Intel® HD Graphics 4400 graphics card, offering adequate graphical performance for everyday tasks. Additionally, it is equipped with a quality stereo audio system, with two built-in speakers for an immersive sound experience.

In terms of connectivity, the Dell Inspiron 5442 offers various options, including USB ports, HDMI, and a Wi-Fi 5 connection, ensuring a fast and reliable connection. The presence of a 0.92 MP front camera and an integrated microphone facilitates video calls and online conferences.

With adequate battery life and a weight of 2000 g, this laptop is designed for daily use without compromising on performance or portability. In summary, the Dell Inspiron 5442 is a solid choice for professionals seeking a versatile and high-performing device.

Manuals of product Inspiron 5442

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User Manual
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Editorial note

The Dell Inspiron 5442 stands out with its modern and sleek design, particularly appreciated for both professional and personal use. Its spill-resistant keyboard adds a touch of durability, making the overall user experience satisfactory, despite some performance limitations. At this level, the Intel® Core™ i3-4005U processor allows for smooth usage for daily tasks, but it may show its limits when faced with heavy applications or recent games. Additionally, the internal memory of 4 GB, while adequate for light use, can quickly become insufficient for multitasking or demanding applications, and the maximum upgrade to 8 GB may not meet the expectations of advanced users. Regarding battery life, although the nickel-metal hybrid battery technology offers acceptable performance, the lack of information on maximum battery life could be problematic for those seeking prolonged use without recharging. Finally, the value for money is fair, particularly due to the 500 GB storage capacity and stereo audio performance. However, the absence of USB 3.0 ports and an integrated memory card reader limits connectivity and may not justify the price for users looking for modern features. In summary, the Dell Inspiron 5442 is a good choice for standard use, but it may not meet the needs of more demanding users.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is satisfactory thanks to a modern and sleek design, as well as a spill-resistant keyboard, although some performance limitations may affect usage for demanding tasks.

Performance

The performance is adequate for everyday tasks with its Intel® Core™ i3 processor, but the lack of power for heavy applications or recent games may limit the experience for some users.

Battery life

The nickel-metal hybrid battery technology offers acceptable performance, but the lack of information on maximum battery life may pose a problem for users on the go.

Design

The design is modern and attractive in black, suitable for both professional and personal use, which is a strong point of the product.

Value for money

The value for money is fair, offering a good set of features for standard use, but some limitations in terms of memory and connectivity may not justify the price for advanced users.

Features

The product features are adequate, but the absence of USB 3.0 ports and an integrated memory card reader may be a drawback for some users looking for modern functionalities.

Advantages

Smooth performance with Intel® Core™ i3 processor

Sleek and modern design in black

500 GB of storage for your data

Immersive sound thanks to stereo audio

Spill-resistant keyboard

Disadvantages

Limited processor for heavy applications

4 GB of RAM insufficient for multitasking

14-inch screen, outdated resolution

No USB 3.0 ports available

Unspecified battery life

Lack of memory card reader

Technical Specifications Inspiron 5442

General Information

Design

  • Product type
    Laptop
  • Product color
    Black
  • Format
    Clamshell
  • Market position
    Professional

Processor

  • Processor frequency
    1.7 GHz
  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™ i3
  • Processor model
    i3-4005U
  • Number of processor cores
    2
  • Number of processor threads
    4
  • Computer bus
    5 GT/s
  • Processor cache memory
    3 Mo
  • Processor socket (processor receptacle)
    BGA 1168
  • Processor cache type
    Smart Cache
  • System bus processor
    - MHz
  • Processor lithography
    22 nm
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • Bus type
    DMI
  • Processor code name
    Haswell
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    15 W
  • Processor series
    Intel® Core™ i3-4000 Mobile Series
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
    10
  • Version of PCI Express locations
    2.0
  • PCI Express Configurations
    4x1, 1x4
  • Tjunction
    100 °C
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i3 4th generation

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    -

Memory

  • Internal memory
    4 GB
  • Type of internal memory
    DDR3L-SDRAM
  • Memory frequency
    1600 MHz
  • Memory locations
    2x SO-DIMM
  • Maximum internal memory
    8 GB
  • Memory support
    SO-DIMM

Other features

  • Maximum internal memory (64-bit)
    8 GB
  • LightScribe
    No
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT)
    VT-x
  • Power adapter included
    Yes
  • Segment marking Intel®
    Home office

Storage support

  • Hard drive capacity
    500 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD
  • Number of installed hard drives
    1
  • Hard drive capacity
    500 GB
  • Hard drive interface
    SATA
  • Hard drive size
    2.5 "
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Compatible memory cards
    Memory Stick (MS), MS PRO, SD, SDHC, SDXC
  • Optical reader
    No

Screen

  • Touch screen
    -
  • Display area
    -
  • Screen size
    14 "
  • Screen resolution
  • LED backlighting
    1366 x 768 pixels
  • Image format
    Yes
  • No pixel
    16:9
  • 0.2265 x 0.2265 mm

Graphique

  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    -
  • Graphics adapter model included
    Intel® HD Graphics 4400
  • Base frequency of integrated graphics card
    200 MHz
  • Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card
    950 MHz
  • Integrated graphics card DirectX version
    12
  • ID of the integrated graphics card
    0xA16
  • Maximum memory of integrated graphics card
    2 GB
  • Integrated graphics card
    Yes
  • Integrated graphics adapter family
    Intel® HD Graphics

Audio

  • Audio system
    MaxxAudio
  • Number of built-in speakers
    2
  • Speaker manufacturer
    Waves
  • Speaker power
    2 W
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Camera

  • Front camera
    Yes
  • Front camera resolution (digital)
    0.92 MP
  • Front camera resolution
    1280 x 720 pixels

Network

  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Wifi standards
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10, 100 Mbit/s
  • Bluetooth model
    4.0

Connectivity

  • Number of Ethernet LAN ports (RJ-45)
    1
  • Number of SATA III connectors
    2
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of Ethernet LAN ports (RJ-45)
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Number of Ethernet LAN ports (RJ-45)
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Headset / microphone port
    Yes
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • HDMI version
    1.4a
  • Number of SATA III connectors
    2
  • Number of SATA III connectors
    2
  • Charging port type
    DC-in jack

Keyboard

  • Keyboard layout
    -
  • Pointing device
    Touchpad
  • Numeric keypad
    No
  • Splash-resistant keyboard
    Yes
  • Splash-resistant keyboard
    Yes
  • Splash-resistant keyboard
    Yes

Software

  • Operating System Architecture
    -
  • Installed operating system
    linux

Special features of the processor

  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Processor packaging size
    40 x 24 x 1.5 mm
  • Supported instruction set
    AVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2
  • CPU Configuration (max)
    1
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Version of Intel® security key technology
    1.00
  • Version of Intel® security key technology
    1.00
  • Intel® TSX-NI Version
    0.00
  • Version of Intel® security key technology
    1.00
  • Intel® TSX-NI Version
    0.00
  • Intel® ME firmware version
    9.5
  • Intel® TSX-NI Version
    0.00
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Processor ID ARK
    75105
  • Intel® Security Key
    Yes

Battery

  • Battery technology
    Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
  • Maximum battery life
    - h
  • Number of battery cells
    4
  • Battery capacity
    58 Wh

Power

  • AC power adapter
    65 W
  • Power adapter frequency
    50 - 60 Hz
  • Input voltage of the power adapter
    100 - 240 V
  • Output current of the power adapter
    3.34 A
  • Output voltage of the power adapter
    19.5 V

Security

  • Password protection
    Yes
  • Password protection
    Yes
  • Password protection
    BIOS

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    2000 g
  • Width
    342 mm
  • Depth
    246 mm
  • Height
    22.4 mm

Packaging contents

  • Power cord included
    Yes
  • Power cord included
    Yes

Environmental conditions

  • Operating temperature
    0 - 35 °C
  • Temperature out of operation
    -40 - 60 °C
  • Operating relative humidity (H-H)
    10 - 90 %
  • Relative humidity rate (storage)
    0 - 92 %
  • Operating altitude
    -15.2 - 3048 m
  • Non-operating altitude
    -15.2 - 10668 m
  • Shock during operation
    110 G
  • Shock out of operation
    160 G
  • Operating vibrations
    0.66 G
  • Vibrations out of operation
    1.3 G

Sustainability

  • Sustainability certificates
    EPEAT Silver
  • ENERGY STAR

Frequently Asked Questions

What factors influence download speed on the Internet?
Download speed on the Internet is determined by the type of connection you are using. For example, a 25 Mb/s connection means that you should theoretically be able to download 25 MB per second.
What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is usually indicated in inches, with 1 inch equivalent to 2.54 centimeters. This size represents the diagonal of the screen, which you measure from the bottom left corner to the top right corner.
What does the acronym HDMI stand for?
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. An HDMI cable is used to transmit audio and video signals between different devices.
What is the best method to clean my laptop?
To remove fingerprints, use a clean, slightly damp cloth. For dusting hard-to-reach areas, using compressed air is recommended.
How can I clean my keyboard?
Turn the keyboard upside down and use a can of compressed air to remove dust. You can also clean the keys with a damp cloth.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for the wireless transmission of data between electronic devices via radio waves. Generally, the range of this connection can reach up to ten meters.
What is the weight of the Dell Inspiron 5442?
The weight of the Dell Inspiron 5442 is 2000 g.
What is the screen size of the Dell Inspiron 5442?
The screen of the Dell Inspiron 5442 measures 14 inches.
What is the height of the Dell Inspiron 5442?
The height of the Dell Inspiron 5442 is 22.4 mm.
What is the resolution of the Dell Inspiron 5442 screen?
The resolution of the Dell Inspiron 5442 screen is 1366 x 768 pixels.
What is the width of the Dell Inspiron 5442?
The width of the Dell Inspiron 5442 is 342 mm.
What is the depth of the Dell Inspiron 5442?
The depth of the Dell Inspiron 5442 is 246 mm.
Is the manual for the Dell Inspiron 5442 available in French?
Yes, the manual for the Dell Inspiron 5442 is available in French.

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General Information

The Dell Inspiron 5442 is a laptop from the Dell brand, known for its commitment to quality and innovation. This model, referenced as Inspiron 5442 | W560734TH, is designed to provide optimal performance and an enhanced user experience.

Design

This model presents itself as a sleek laptop in Black, combining modernity and professionalism. Its bar format makes it easy to use in various environments, whether for professional or personal use.

Processor

The Dell Inspiron 5442 is equipped with an Intel® Core™ i3-4005U processor running at a frequency of 1.7 GHz. With two cores and four threads, it efficiently handles multitasking, although its capabilities may be limited for heavier applications. The processor is paired with a 3 MB cache and uses a 22 nm lithography, ensuring a good balance between performance and energy efficiency.

Representation / Implementation

The motherboard of the Dell Inspiron 5442 is designed to ensure efficient resource management, although additional details about the chipset are not specified.

Memory

This model includes 4 GB of DDR3L-SDRAM memory, expandable up to 8 GB. While sufficient for light use, it may become a bottleneck for more demanding tasks. The memory frequency is 1600 MHz, allowing adequate performance for common applications.

Storage

The Dell Inspiron 5442 offers a storage capacity of 500 GB via an HDD, which is sufficient for most users. The SATA interface ensures efficient data transfer. However, the lack of an integrated memory card reader may be a drawback for some users.

Screen

Its 14-inch screen has a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels, well-suited for daily use, although it may seem insufficient for high-definition content. The LED backlighting enhances visibility in low-light conditions.

Graphics

The Dell Inspiron 5442 is equipped with an integrated Intel® HD Graphics 4400 graphics card, providing decent graphics performance for basic multimedia tasks. Its dynamic frequency can reach 950 MHz, ensuring a smooth experience for daily operations.

Audio

This model features a stereo audio system, including two built-in speakers, ensuring immersive sound quality. An integrated microphone also allows for clear communications during calls.

Camera

The Dell Inspiron 5442 includes a front camera with a resolution of 0.92 MP and a definition of 1280 x 720 pixels, ideal for video conversations.

Connectivity

This model supports Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), ensuring fast wireless connections. It has an HDMI port for connectivity with other devices, although it does not include USB 3.0 ports, thus limiting data transfer speeds.

Keyboard

The Dell Inspiron 5442 is equipped with a full-size, spill-resistant keyboard, providing a comfortable typing experience. The touchpad allows for intuitive navigation.

Battery

The model uses a nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery of 58 Wh, offering reasonable battery life, although specifics on maximum usage duration are not provided.

Dimensions and Weight

With a weight of 2000 g and dimensions of 342 mm wide, 246 mm deep, and 22.4 mm high, the Dell Inspiron 5442 is portable enough for users on the go.

Environmental Conditions

The product operates within a temperature range of 0 to 35 °C and can withstand humidity conditions of 10 to 90 %, ensuring reliable use in various environments.

Durability

The Dell Inspiron 5442 is certified EPEAT Silver and ENERGY STAR, reflecting its energy efficiency and compliance with environmental standards.