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......8 Left...9 Top...10 Front...11 Back...12 Bottom...12 Service Tag...13 Battery charge and status light ...13 Chapter 2: Set up your Precision 3590 14 Chapter 3: Specifications of Precision 3590 16 Dimensions and weight...16 Processor...16 Chipset...18 Operating system...19 Memory...19 External ports...19 Internal slots...20 Ethernet...20 Wireless module... display support...31 Hardware security...31 Smart-card reader...31 Contactless smart-card reader...31 Contacted smart-card reader...35 Operating and storage environment...35 Dell support policy...36 Contents 3
......8 Left...9 Top...10 Front...11 Back...12 Bottom...12 Service Tag...13 Battery charge and status light ...13 Chapter 2: Set up your Precision 3590 14 Chapter 3: Specifications of Precision 3590 16 Dimensions and weight...16 Processor...16 Chipset...18 Operating system...19 Memory...19 External ports...19 Internal slots...20 Ethernet...20 Wireless module... display support...31 Hardware security...31 Smart-card reader...31 Contactless smart-card reader...31 Contacted smart-card reader...35 Operating and storage environment...35 Dell support policy...36 Contents 3
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ComfortView Plus...36 Using the privacy shutter...36 Dell Optimizer...37 Chapter 4: Working inside your computer 38 Safety instructions...38 Before working inside your computer...38 Safety precautions...39 Electrostatic discharge-ESD protection...39 ... components...41 After working inside your computer...41 After working inside your computer...41 BitLocker...41 Recommended tools...42 Screw list...42 Major components of Precision 3590...43 Chapter 5: Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs 46 SIM card tray...46 Removing the SIM card tray (optional)...46 Installing the SIM card...
ComfortView Plus...36 Using the privacy shutter...36 Dell Optimizer...37 Chapter 4: Working inside your computer 38 Safety instructions...38 Before working inside your computer...38 Safety precautions...39 Electrostatic discharge-ESD protection...39 ... components...41 After working inside your computer...41 After working inside your computer...41 BitLocker...41 Recommended tools...42 Screw list...42 Major components of Precision 3590...43 Chapter 5: Removing and installing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs 46 SIM card tray...46 Removing the SIM card tray (optional)...46 Installing the SIM card...
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... or one 8K display. 2. NOTE: USB4 is required to connect a DisplayPort device. Provides data transfer rates of Precision 3590 9 Smart-card reader slot (optional) Using smart card provides authentication in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. Left Figure 2. Thunderbolt 4.0 with USB 3.2, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3. Left view 1. For more information, search...
... or one 8K display. 2. NOTE: USB4 is required to connect a DisplayPort device. Provides data transfer rates of Precision 3590 9 Smart-card reader slot (optional) Using smart card provides authentication in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. Left Figure 2. Thunderbolt 4.0 with USB 3.2, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3. Left view 1. For more information, search...
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Service Tag label The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to a mobile broadband network. Nano-SIM card slot (optional) Insert a nano-SIM card to connect to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information. 3. NOTE: Availability of Precision 3590 Bottom Figure 6. Back Figure 5. Speakers Provide audio output. 2. Air vents 12 Views of the nano-SIM card slot depends on the region and configuration ordered. Image: Back view 1. Image: Bottom view 1.
Service Tag label The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to a mobile broadband network. Nano-SIM card slot (optional) Insert a nano-SIM card to connect to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information. 3. NOTE: Availability of Precision 3590 Bottom Figure 6. Back Figure 5. Speakers Provide audio output. 2. Air vents 12 Views of the nano-SIM card slot depends on the region and configuration ordered. Image: Back view 1. Image: Bottom view 1.
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...charge and status light behavior of your computer's performance and potentially cause hardware issues. System is written to prevent the build-up of Precision 3590 13 For more information about cleaning air vents, search for articles in the Knowledge Base Resource at an OFF state, except for ...your computer and access warranty information. S5 S0 - S5 S0 - The system is almost at www.dell.com/support. Battery charge and status light behavior Power Source LED Behavior AC Adapter Off AC Adapter Solid White Battery Off Battery Solid Amber...
...charge and status light behavior of your computer's performance and potentially cause hardware issues. System is written to prevent the build-up of Precision 3590 13 For more information about cleaning air vents, search for articles in the Knowledge Base Resource at an OFF state, except for ...your computer and access warranty information. S5 S0 - S5 S0 - The system is almost at www.dell.com/support. Battery charge and status light behavior Power Source LED Behavior AC Adapter Off AC Adapter Solid White Battery Off Battery Solid Amber...
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... about installing and configuring Ubuntu, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. NOTE: If connecting to a secured wireless network, enter the password for Windows updates. 2 Set up your Precision 3590 About this task NOTE: The images in this document may go into power-...mode during shipment to conserve charge on the battery. Connect the power adapter and press the power button. Locate and use Dell apps from your Precision 3590 Connect power adapter and press the power button NOTE: The battery may differ from the Windows Start menu-Recommended. 14 ...
... about installing and configuring Ubuntu, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. NOTE: If connecting to a secured wireless network, enter the password for Windows updates. 2 Set up your Precision 3590 About this task NOTE: The images in this document may go into power-...mode during shipment to conserve charge on the battery. Connect the power adapter and press the power button. Locate and use Dell apps from your Precision 3590 Connect power adapter and press the power button NOTE: The battery may differ from the Windows Start menu-Recommended. 14 ...
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...smart technology that keeps your Precision 3590 15 When an issue is detected, the necessary system state information is preinstalled on your computer hardware and software. SupportAssist proactively checks the health of the Dell devices running at www.dell.com/support/home/ product-... but not preinstalled on most of your computer. Locate Dell apps Resources Description Dell Product Registration Register your computer with Dell. NOTE: In SupportAssist, click the warranty expiry date to begin troubleshooting. Dell Help & Support Access help and support for Business PCs...
...smart technology that keeps your Precision 3590 15 When an issue is detected, the necessary system state information is preinstalled on your computer hardware and software. SupportAssist proactively checks the health of the Dell devices running at www.dell.com/support/home/ product-... but not preinstalled on most of your computer. Locate Dell apps Resources Description Dell Product Registration Register your computer with Dell. NOTE: In SupportAssist, click the warranty expiry date to begin troubleshooting. Dell Help & Support Access help and support for Business PCs...
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...DisplayPort NOTE: You can connect a Dell Docking Station to this port. Audio port One Universal audio port Video port One HDMI 2.1 TMDS port Media-card reader One microSD-card slot Specifications of your Precision 3590. Memory specifications Description Memory slots ...-channel External ports The following table lists the memory specifications of your Precision 3590. For more information, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. Table 7. Operating system Your Precision 3590 supports the following operating systems: ● Windows 11 Home ●...
...DisplayPort NOTE: You can connect a Dell Docking Station to this port. Audio port One Universal audio port Video port One HDMI 2.1 TMDS port Media-card reader One microSD-card slot Specifications of your Precision 3590. Memory specifications Description Memory slots ...-channel External ports The following table lists the memory specifications of your Precision 3590. For more information, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. Table 7. Operating system Your Precision 3590 supports the following operating systems: ● Windows 11 Home ●...
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...nano-SIM card slot (optional) Internal slots The following table lists the wired Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) specifications of your Precision 3590. Table 11. Wireless module specifications Description Option one Model number Realtek RTL8852BE Option two Intel AX211 Transfer rate Up to 1201 Mbps... 4 (WiFi 802.11n) ● Wi-Fi 5 (WiFi 802.11ac) 20 Specifications of M.2 cards, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. Internal slots Description M.2 Values ● One M.2 2230 slot for WiFi and Bluetooth combo card ● One M.2 2230 or 2280 slot ...
...nano-SIM card slot (optional) Internal slots The following table lists the wired Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) specifications of your Precision 3590. Table 11. Wireless module specifications Description Option one Model number Realtek RTL8852BE Option two Intel AX211 Transfer rate Up to 1201 Mbps... 4 (WiFi 802.11n) ● Wi-Fi 5 (WiFi 802.11ac) 20 Specifications of M.2 cards, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. Internal slots Description M.2 Values ● One M.2 2230 slot for WiFi and Bluetooth combo card ● One M.2 2230 or 2280 slot ...
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... Internal audio interface High definition audio interface External audio interface Universal Audio Jack/HDMI 2.1 TMDS port Number of Precision 3590 Audio The following table lists the audio specifications of your computer's International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number, ...W Peak speaker output 2 W Subwoofer output Not supported Microphone Digital-array microphones in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. Antenna diversity Supported Supported Radio On/Off Supported Supported Wake on wireless Supported Supported Temperature ● Normal operating...
... Internal audio interface High definition audio interface External audio interface Universal Audio Jack/HDMI 2.1 TMDS port Number of Precision 3590 Audio The following table lists the audio specifications of your computer's International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number, ...W Peak speaker output 2 W Subwoofer output Not supported Microphone Digital-array microphones in the Knowledge Base Resource at www.dell.com/support. Antenna diversity Supported Supported Radio On/Off Supported Supported Wake on wireless Supported Supported Temperature ● Normal operating...
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... function keys by the software application in use. NOTE: You can run them . Table 17. You can define the primary behavior of Precision 3590 To perform secondary functions, press Fn and the desired key. These keys can be used for the list of keyboard shortcuts Key F1 F2... Decrease volume Increase volume Mute microphone Keyboard backlight NOTE: Toggle to perform secondary functions. Keyboard function keys The F1-F12 keys at www.dell.com/support. By default, these keys are used to type alternate characters or to cycle the keyboard backlight status through off, lowbacklight, ...
... function keys by the software application in use. NOTE: You can run them . Table 17. You can define the primary behavior of Precision 3590 To perform secondary functions, press Fn and the desired key. These keys can be used for the list of keyboard shortcuts Key F1 F2... Decrease volume Increase volume Mute microphone Keyboard backlight NOTE: Toggle to perform secondary functions. Keyboard function keys The F1-F12 keys at www.dell.com/support. By default, these keys are used to type alternate characters or to cycle the keyboard backlight status through off, lowbacklight, ...
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... 0% to 100% RSOC is 3 hours. Option four conditions and can significantly reduce under certain powerintensive conditions. CAUTION: Dell recommends that you charge the battery regularly for Accelerated Charge. Standard Charge/ Predominately AC User Charge Method: ● ...components. If your computer to 100% RSOC is completely depleted, connect the power adapter, turn on using the Dell Power Manager application. Battery charging time (approximate) NOTE: Control the charging time, duration, start and end time... device outside these ranges may impact the performance of Precision 3590
... 0% to 100% RSOC is 3 hours. Option four conditions and can significantly reduce under certain powerintensive conditions. CAUTION: Dell recommends that you charge the battery regularly for Accelerated Charge. Standard Charge/ Predominately AC User Charge Method: ● ...components. If your computer to 100% RSOC is completely depleted, connect the power adapter, turn on using the Dell Power Manager application. Battery charging time (approximate) NOTE: Control the charging time, duration, start and end time... device outside these ranges may impact the performance of Precision 3590
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...more information about external display support, see the External Display Connection Guide on www.dell.com/ support. External display support The following table lists the hardware security of your Precision 3590. Table 29. Hardware security Hardware security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 discrete FIPS...(125kHz) Card support Reader and software capable of No supporting Prox /Proximity/125 kHz contactless cards Specifications of your Precision 3590. This module is only available in Power Button available with and without ControlVault 3 Plus ControlVault 3 Plus Advanced Authentication...
...more information about external display support, see the External Display Connection Guide on www.dell.com/ support. External display support The following table lists the hardware security of your Precision 3590. Table 29. Hardware security Hardware security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 discrete FIPS...(125kHz) Card support Reader and software capable of No supporting Prox /Proximity/125 kHz contactless cards Specifications of your Precision 3590. This module is only available in Power Button available with and without ControlVault 3 Plus ControlVault 3 Plus Advanced Authentication...
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Table 30. Contactless smart-card reader specifications (continued) Title Description Dell ControlVault 3 Plus Contactless smart-card reader with NFC ISO 14443 Type A Card Support Reader and software capable of Yes supporting ISO 14443 Type A contactless cards ... of hardware readers into personal computer environments CCID driver compliance Common driver support for Integrated Yes Circuit Card Interface Device for operating system level drivers Dell ControlVault support The device connects to Dell ControlVault Yes for integration of Precision 3590 Table 31.
Table 30. Contactless smart-card reader specifications (continued) Title Description Dell ControlVault 3 Plus Contactless smart-card reader with NFC ISO 14443 Type A Card Support Reader and software capable of Yes supporting ISO 14443 Type A contactless cards ... of hardware readers into personal computer environments CCID driver compliance Common driver support for Integrated Yes Circuit Card Interface Device for operating system level drivers Dell ControlVault support The device connects to Dell ControlVault Yes for integration of Precision 3590 Table 31.
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...Storage -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to Dell ControlVault for Yes usage and processing Operating and storage environment This table lists the operating and storage specifications of Precision 3590 35 Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by the Windows ... transmission protocols ISO 7816-4 Compliant Specification for organization, security Yes and commands for integration of your Precision 3590. Contacted smart-card reader specifications Title Description Dell ControlVault 3 Plus Contacted smart-card reader ISO 7816-3 Class A Card Support Reader capable of reading...
...Storage -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to Dell ControlVault for Yes usage and processing Operating and storage environment This table lists the operating and storage specifications of Precision 3590 35 Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by the Windows ... transmission protocols ISO 7816-4 Compliant Specification for organization, security Yes and commands for integration of your Precision 3590. Contacted smart-card reader specifications Title Description Dell ControlVault 3 Plus Contacted smart-card reader ISO 7816-3 Class A Card Support Reader capable of reading...
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...at a distant object at 20 ft (609.60 cm) away for low blue light displays. The display on this computer is enabled at www.dell.com/support. Computer environment (continued) Description Operating Relative humidity (maximum) 10% to 90% (non-condensing) Vibration (maximum)* 0.66 GRMS Shock ... 2 ms half-sine pulse. ComfortView Plus WARNING: Prolonged exposure to blue light from the display may impact the performance of Precision 3590 Dell support policy For information about Dell support policy, search in the light spectrum which has a short wavelength and high energy. Table 34.
...at a distant object at 20 ft (609.60 cm) away for low blue light displays. The display on this computer is enabled at www.dell.com/support. Computer environment (continued) Description Operating Relative humidity (maximum) 10% to 90% (non-condensing) Vibration (maximum)* 0.66 GRMS Shock ... 2 ms half-sine pulse. ComfortView Plus WARNING: Prolonged exposure to blue light from the display may impact the performance of Precision 3590 Dell support policy For information about Dell support policy, search in the light spectrum which has a short wavelength and high energy. Table 34.
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... you can hear and be heard, creating a better conference experience for all. Camera shutter Dell Optimizer This section provides the Dell Optimizer specifications of Precision 3590 37 On Precision 3590 with Dell Optimizer, the following features are supported: ● ExpressConnect-Automatically joins the access point with... patterns. ● Intelligent Audio-Collaborate like you're in the same room. Intelligent Audio enhances your Precision 3590. Figure 9. Specifications of your audio quality and reduces background noises, so you walk away. ● ExpressResponse-Prioritizes the most...
... you can hear and be heard, creating a better conference experience for all. Camera shutter Dell Optimizer This section provides the Dell Optimizer specifications of Precision 3590 37 On Precision 3590 with Dell Optimizer, the following features are supported: ● ExpressConnect-Automatically joins the access point with... patterns. ● Intelligent Audio-Collaborate like you're in the same room. Intelligent Audio enhances your Precision 3590. Figure 9. Specifications of your audio quality and reduces background noises, so you walk away. ● ExpressResponse-Prioritizes the most...
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Operating system Your Precision 3590 supports the following operating systems: ● Windows 11 Home ● Windows 11 Pro ● Ubuntu Linux 22.04 LTS Drivers and downloads When troubleshooting, downloading, or installing drivers, it is recommended that you read the Dell Knowledge Base article Drivers and Downloads FAQs 000123347. 138 Software 7 Software This chapter details the supported operating systems along with instructions on how to install the drivers.
Operating system Your Precision 3590 supports the following operating systems: ● Windows 11 Home ● Windows 11 Pro ● Ubuntu Linux 22.04 LTS Drivers and downloads When troubleshooting, downloading, or installing drivers, it is recommended that you read the Dell Knowledge Base article Drivers and Downloads FAQs 000123347. 138 Software 7 Software This chapter details the supported operating systems along with instructions on how to install the drivers.
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... the system board. Error 2 7 LCD failure (SBIOS message) Replace the LCD module. 2 8 LCD failure (EC detection of your Precision 3590. System-diagnostic lights This section lists the system-diagnostic lights of Replace the system board. Failure 1 5 EC unable to program i-Fuse Replace...and errors drain flea power by pressing and holding down the power button for 3~5 seconds. 2 1 CPU failure ● Run the Dell SupportAssist or Dell Diagnostics tool. ● If the problem persists, replace the system board. 2 2 System board failure (included ● Flash latest...
... the system board. Error 2 7 LCD failure (SBIOS message) Replace the LCD module. 2 8 LCD failure (EC detection of your Precision 3590. System-diagnostic lights This section lists the system-diagnostic lights of Replace the system board. Failure 1 5 EC unable to program i-Fuse Replace...and errors drain flea power by pressing and holding down the power button for 3~5 seconds. 2 1 CPU failure ● Run the Dell SupportAssist or Dell Diagnostics tool. ● If the problem persists, replace the system board. 2 2 System board failure (included ● Flash latest...
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... 4 cables, adapters, or docking stations ● USB-C cables, adapters, or docking stations NOTE: To experience the full resolution supported by your Precision 3590. NOTE: USB-C adapters can be installed in your computer: ● Intel Arc Graphics (Integrated graphics) ● Intel Graphics (Integrated graphics) ... information about the types of docking stations available from Dell, see the knowledge base article 000124295 at www.dell.com/support. For more information about the graphic cards available on your computer, run Dell SupportAssist on your computer, or scan your computer. ...
... 4 cables, adapters, or docking stations ● USB-C cables, adapters, or docking stations NOTE: To experience the full resolution supported by your Precision 3590. NOTE: USB-C adapters can be installed in your computer: ● Intel Arc Graphics (Integrated graphics) ● Intel Graphics (Integrated graphics) ... information about the types of docking stations available from Dell, see the knowledge base article 000124295 at www.dell.com/support. For more information about the graphic cards available on your computer, run Dell SupportAssist on your computer, or scan your computer. ...