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Laptop Dell Latitude 6540

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The Dell Latitude 6540 is a laptop designed to meet the needs of professionals seeking high performance and smooth usage. Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5-4310M processor running at a frequency of 2.7 GHz, it offers sufficient power to run demanding applications. Its ability to reach 3.4 GHz in Turbo mode and its 2 cores with 4 threads ensure efficient multitasking management.

Its 15.6-inch screen with a Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) resolution provides optimal display quality, ideal for presentations and document work. The sleek black and silver design adds a professional touch to this device, making it suitable for all work environments.

With 8 GB of DDR3L memory and a hybrid storage support of 500 GB, the Dell Latitude 6540 allows for storing a wide variety of files and applications while ensuring quick access thanks to the integrated SSD technology.

In terms of connectivity, the Dell Latitude 6540 is well-equipped with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, as well as several ports including an HDMI port and a VGA port, allowing for easy connection to various peripherals and external displays.

Its 9-cell battery and hybrid battery technology ensure a commendable battery life, ideal for professionals on the go. Weighing 2560 g, it remains relatively lightweight for a device in this category.

In summary, the Dell Latitude 6540 is a wise choice for professional users looking for a high-performing, versatile laptop with a modern design.

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Editorial note

The Dell Latitude 6540 stands out for its solid performance, thanks to its Intel® Core™ i5 processor and 8 GB of RAM, providing a smooth user experience for both professional tasks and leisure activities. Its modern and sleek design, combined with a 15.6-inch Full HD display, ensures exceptional picture quality, making work and entertainment enjoyable. However, the product has some drawbacks. Its weight of 2560 g may make it less practical for prolonged mobile use. Additionally, the battery life is not specified, raising doubts about the duration of use between charges. The lack of a touchscreen and USB 2.0 ports limits certain practical features, and the 5400 RPM hybrid hard drive may lead to slower loading times compared to modern SSDs. Finally, the Windows 7 Professional operating system, now outdated, may require an early upgrade. In terms of ratings, the user experience received a score of 80, while performance was rated at 75. The design received a high score of 85, reflecting its modern aesthetics. However, battery life and ergonomics have lower scores of 60 and 65, respectively, indicating areas for improvement. The value for money is reasonable with a score of 70, although it is tempered by the obsolescence of the operating system. The product's robustness is satisfactory with a score of 75, highlighting the presence of advanced security technologies. In summary, the Dell Latitude 6540 is a laptop that offers good performance and an attractive design, but some practical aspects and its operating system could be improved to fully meet the expectations of modern users.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is enhanced by an Intel® Core™ i5 processor and 8 GB of RAM, providing noticeable smoothness for professional and multimedia tasks.

Performance

Performance is optimal for everyday use, but the 5400 RPM hybrid hard drive may limit data access speed compared to modern SSDs.

Battery life

The battery life is not specified, which may raise doubts about the duration of use between charges.

Design

The design is modern and sleek with a 15.6-inch Full HD screen, ensuring exceptional display quality for work and leisure.

Value for money

The price-to-quality ratio is reasonable, but the obsolescence of the Windows 7 Professional operating system may require an early upgrade.

Usability

Although the interface is user-friendly, the lack of a touchscreen and USB 2.0 ports may limit some practical features.

Robustness

The product is built to last with advanced security technologies, but its weight of 2560 g may be a drawback for prolonged mobile use.

Advantages

Intel® Core™ i5 processor for optimal performance

Sleek 15.6-inch Full HD display

High-performance 500 GB hybrid storage

Connectivity with HDMI and Ethernet ports

Advanced built-in security technologies

Disadvantages

Relatively heavy to carry

Indeterminate battery life

No touchscreen available

Slow hybrid hard drive (5400 RPM)

Lack of USB 2.0 and Thunderbolt ports

Pre-installed obsolete Windows 7

Technical Specifications Latitude 6540

General Information

Design

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

Processor

  • Processor frequency
    2.7 GHz
  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™ i5
  • Processor model
    i5-4310M
  • Processor Turbo Frequency
    3.4 GHz
  • Number of processor cores
    2
  • Number of processor threads
    4
  • Computer bus
    5 GT/s
  • Processor cache memory
    3 MB
  • Processor cache type
    Smart Cache
  • System bus processor
    - MHz
  • Processor socket (processor receptacle)
    Socket G3
  • Processor lithography
    22 nm
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • ECC supported by the processor
    No
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    37 W
  • Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
    16
  • Version of PCI Express locations
    3.0
  • PCI Express Configurations
    1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
  • Tjunction
    100 °C
  • Bus type
    DMI2
  • Processor code name
    Haswell
  • Processor series
    Intel Core i5-4300 Mobile series
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i5 4th generation

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    Intel® QM87

Memory

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

Other features

  • LightScribe
    -
  • Segment marking Intel®
    -
  • Maximum internal memory (64-bit)
    16 GB
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT)
    VT-d, VT-x
  • Power adapter included
    Yes

Storage support

  • Hybrid hard drive capacity (H-HDD)
    500 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD-Hybrid
  • Number of installed hard drives
    1
  • Hard disk rotation speed
    5400 RPM
  • Type of hybrid hard drive (H-HDD)
    SSD
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Optical reader
    DVD±RW
  • Hybrid hard drive capacity (H-HDD)
    500 GB

Screen

  • Screen size
    15.6 "
  • Screen resolution
    1920 x 1080 pixels
  • Touch screen
    No
  • LED backlighting
    Yes
  • Type HD
    Full HD
  • Display area
    Matte
  • Image format
    16:9

Graphique

  • Graphics adapter model included
    Intel® HD Graphics 4600
  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    AMD Radeon HD 8790M
  • Maximum memory of integrated graphics card
    2 GB
  • Type of graphics card
    GDDR5
  • Number of distinct graphics cards installed
    1
  • Number of distinct graphics cards installed
    1
  • Base frequency of integrated graphics card
    400 MHz
  • Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card
    1250 MHz
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Integrated graphics adapter family
    Intel® HD Graphics
  • Maximum memory of integrated graphics card
    2 GB
  • Integrated graphics card DirectX version
    11.2/12
  • OpenGL version of integrated graphics card
    4.3

Audio

  • Audio system
    HD
  • Number of built-in speakers
    2
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Camera

  • Front camera
    Yes
  • Front camera resolution
    1280 x 720 pixels

Network

  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Wifi standards
    802.11a, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10,100,1000 Mbit/s
  • Bluetooth model
    4.0

Connectivity

  • ExpressCard Port
    -
  • SmartCard Housing
    -
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) type A ports
    4
  • Number of Ethernet LAN ports (RJ-45)
    1
  • Number of Ethernet LAN ports (RJ-45)
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Type of housing for CardBus PCMCIA
    No
  • Number of Ethernet LAN ports (RJ-45)
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Type of housing for CardBus PCMCIA
    No
  • Type of housing for CardBus PCMCIA
    No
  • Welcome connector
    Yes
  • Welcome connector
    Yes
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Type of housing for CardBus PCMCIA
    No
  • Charging port type
    DC-in jack

Keyboard

  • Keyboard layout
    -
  • Pointing device
    Touchpad
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes

Software

  • Installed operating system
    Windows 7 Professional
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit
  • Drivers included
    Yes
  • Recovery operating system included
    Windows 8

Special features of the processor

  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
    No
  • Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
    No
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
    No
  • Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
    No
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
    2.0
  • Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
    No
  • Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
    No
  • Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
    No
  • Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
    No
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Thermal surveillance technologies
    Yes
  • Processor packaging size
    37.5 x 37.5 x 4.7 mm
  • Supported instruction set
    AVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2
  • CPU Configuration (max)
    1
  • Processor ID ARK
    80373

Battery

  • Battery technology
    Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
  • Number of battery cells
    9
  • Maximum battery life
    - h
  • Battery capacity
    - Wh

Security

  • Cable anti-theft lock
    Yes
  • Cable lock location type
    Kensington

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    2560 g
  • Width
    379 mm
  • Depth
    250.5 mm
  • Height
    33.4 mm

Packaging contents

  • Power cord included
    Yes
  • Power cord included
    Yes

Sustainability

  • Sustainability certificates
    ENERGY STAR

Frequently Asked Questions

What factors influence download speed on the Internet?
Download speed on the Internet depends on the quality of your connection. For example, with a 25 Mb/s connection, you can theoretically download up to 25 MB per second.
What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is usually indicated in inches, where 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. This measurement refers to the diagonal of the screen, which you should measure from the bottom left corner to the top right corner.
What does the acronym HDMI mean?
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, a slightly damp cloth or a soft, clean cloth is recommended. To dust hard-to-reach areas, it is advisable to use compressed air.
How can I clean my keyboard?
Turn the keyboard upside down and use a can of compressed air to remove dirt. 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, typically over a distance of up to ten meters.
What is the weight of the Dell Latitude 6540?
The Dell Latitude 6540 weighs 2560 g.
What is the screen size of the Dell Latitude 6540?
The screen of the Dell Latitude 6540 measures 15.6 inches.
What is the height of the Dell Latitude 6540?
The height of the Dell Latitude 6540 is 33.4 mm.
What is the resolution of the Dell Latitude 6540 screen?
The resolution of the Dell Latitude 6540 screen is 1920 x 1080 pixels.
What is the width of the Dell Latitude 6540?
The Dell Latitude 6540 is 379 mm wide.
What is the depth of the Dell Latitude 6540?
The depth of the Dell Latitude 6540 is 250.5 mm.
Is the manual for the Dell Latitude 6540 available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the Dell Latitude 6540 is not available in French; it is only in English.

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Presentation of product Latitude 6540 specifications from brand Dell

General Information

The Dell Latitude 6540 is a laptop from the renowned brand Dell, known for its commitment to quality and technological innovation. This model, identified as Latitude 6540 | 6540-0289, is designed to deliver optimal performance, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable user experience. The associated EAN code for this product is 5397063620111, 5397063620289, 5397063655588, 5397063655595, 5397063670437, 5397063670444, 5397063670451, 5397063670468, 5397063741625, allowing for precise identification in the distribution system.

Design

This laptop model features a modern aesthetic, with black and silver finishes that give it an elegant look. Its bar format is optimal for practical use, whether in a professional or personal setting. Primarily aimed at professionals, the Dell Latitude 6540 offers features tailored to their specific requirements.

Processor

The Latitude 6540 is powered by an Intel® Core™ i5-4310M processor with a base frequency of 2.7 GHz, capable of reaching up to 3.4 GHz in Turbo mode. With 2 cores and 4 threads, this processor allows for efficient multitasking. The 3 MB cache and a 5 GT/s bus ensure fast communication between components. This model uses a G3 socket and is built with a 22 nm lithography, thus guaranteeing optimal performance and energy efficiency.

Representation / Implementation

The motherboard is equipped with an Intel® QM87 chipset, ensuring efficient resource management for smooth usage.

Memory

The Dell Latitude 6540 comes with 8 GB of internal memory of type DDR3L-SDRAM, with a frequency of 1600 MHz. The memory slots are configured as 2x SO-DIMM, and the maximum supported memory capacity can reach 16 GB.

Storage Support

With a capacity of 500 GB, the hybrid storage system combines the advantages of a traditional hard drive and an SSD, offering fast performance while maintaining a large backup capacity. The hard drive operates at a speed of 5400 RPM, and a DVD±RW optical drive is also included for increased versatility.

Screen

The Latitude 6540 model features a 15.6-inch screen with a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, ensuring excellent display quality. The screen is matte, reducing glare, and is LED-backlit for improved visibility.

Graphics

Graphics performance is provided by an Intel® HD Graphics 4600 adapter, complemented by a discrete AMD Radeon HD 8790M graphics card with 2 GB of dedicated memory. This allows for an optimal visual experience, whether for work or leisure.

Audio

The stereo audio system, consisting of 2 built-in speakers, offers a quality sound experience. The integrated microphone allows for clear calls and precise audio recordings.

Camera

A front camera of 1280 x 720 pixels is present, facilitating video calls with satisfactory image quality.

Network

The Dell Latitude 6540 integrates Bluetooth 4.0 for convenient wireless connections and a Wi-Fi module compatible with 802.11a, 802.11g, and 802.11n standards, ensuring a fast and reliable connection. An Ethernet port is also available for a stable network connection.

Connectivity

This model features an HDMI port and a VGA port, facilitating connection to various external devices. However, it does not offer USB 2.0 ports or Thunderbolt ports, which may limit certain connectivity options. A combo headphone/microphone jack is available for practical use.

Keyboard

The full keyboard, including Windows keys and backlighting, allows for comfortable typing, even in low-light environments. The integrated touchpad ensures smooth navigation.

Software

The pre-installed operating system is Windows 7 Professional, with a 64-bit architecture, providing efficient resource management. A recovery system on Windows 8 is also included for easy restoration if needed.

Battery

The nickel-metal hybrid battery offers extended autonomy thanks to its 9 cells, although the exact autonomy is not specified.

Security

The Dell Latitude 6540 incorporates advanced security technologies, such as Intel® identity protection and remote management options, ensuring the security of sensitive data.

Weight and Dimensions

With a weight of 2560 g, this model is designed primarily for stationary use. Its dimensions of 379 mm wide, 250.5 mm deep, and 33.4 mm high ensure easy integration into any workspace.

Durability

The product complies with ENERGY STAR standards, attesting to its energy efficiency and environmental respect.