Dimensions and weight
The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | UMA configuration | Discrete configuration | |
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| Height: | |||
| Front height |
0.71 in. (18.13 mm) |
0.71 in. (18.13 mm) |
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| Rear height |
0.80 in. (20.40 mm) |
0.84 in. (21.41 mm) |
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| Width |
14.13 in. (359 mm) |
14.13 in. (359 mm) |
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| Depth |
9.43 in. (239.69 mm) |
9.43 in. (239.69 mm) |
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| Weight
NOTE:The weight of your computer depends on the configuration ordered and manufacturing variability.
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Processor
The following table lists the details of the processors that are supported for your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three | Option four | Option five | Option six | Option seven | Option eight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor type |
12th Generation Intel Celeron 7305 |
12th Generation Intel Core i3-1215U |
12th Generation Intel Core i5-1235U |
12th Generation Intel Core i5-1245U |
13th Generation Intel Core i3-1315U |
13th Generation Intel Core i5-1335U |
13th Generation Intel Core i5-1345U |
13th Generation Intel Core i7-1355U |
| Processor wattage |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
| Processor core count |
5 |
6 |
10 |
10 |
6 |
10 |
10 |
10 |
| Processor thread count |
5 |
8 |
12 |
12 |
8 |
12 |
12 |
12 |
| Processor speed |
Up to 1.10 GHz |
Up to 4.40 GHz |
Up to 4.40 GHz |
Up to 4.40 GHz |
Up to 4.50 GHz |
Up to 4.60 GHz |
Up to 4.70 GHz |
Up to 5.00 GHz |
| Processor cache |
8 MB |
10 MB |
12 MB |
12 MB |
10 MB |
12 MB |
12 MB |
12 MB |
| Integrated graphics |
Intel UHD Graphics |
Intel UHD Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Chipset
The following table lists the details of the chipset that is supported for your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Option one | Option two |
|---|---|---|
| Processors |
12th Generation Intel Celeron processor 7305 and 12th Generation Intel Core i3 |
13th Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 |
| Chipset |
Intel ADL-U (integrated with the processor) |
Intel RPL-U (integrated with the processor) |
| DRAM bus width |
64 bit |
64 bit |
| Flash EPROM |
32 MB |
32 MB |
| PCIe bus |
Up to Gen 4.0 |
Up to Gen 4.0 |
Operating system
Your Latitude 3540 supports the following operating systems:
- Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit
- Windows 11 Home, 64-bit
- Windows 10 Pro (Windows 11 Pro Downgrade)
- Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, 64-bit
Memory
The following table lists the memory specifications of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Memory slots |
Two |
| Memory type |
DDR4, single-channel, dual-channel |
| Memory speed |
3200 MT/s |
| Maximum memory configuration |
64 GB |
| Minimum memory configuration |
8 GB |
| Memory size per slot |
8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB |
| Memory configurations supported |
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External ports
The following table lists the external ports of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Network port |
One Flip-down RJ 45 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| USB ports |
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| Audio port |
One universal audio port |
| Video port |
One HDMI 1.4 port |
| SIM card slot |
One microSIM-card slot (for WWAN configurations only) |
| Power-adapter port |
One DC-in port (4.5 mm standard plug/USB-C port) |
| Security-cable slot |
One wedge-shaped lock slot |
Internal slots
The following table lists the internal slots of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| M.2 |
NOTE:To learn more about the features of different types of M.2 cards, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at
Dell Support Site.
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Ethernet
The following table lists the wired Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) specifications of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Model number |
RTL8111H-CG |
| Transfer rate |
10/100/1000 Mbps |
Wireless module
The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) modules that are supported on your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Option one | Option two |
|---|---|---|
| Model number |
Intel AX211 |
Realtek RTL8852BE |
| Transfer rate |
Up to 2400 Mbps |
Up to 1200 Mbps |
| Frequency bands supported |
2.4 GHz/5 GHz/6 GHz |
2.4 GHz/5 GHz |
| Wireless standards |
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| Encryption |
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| Bluetooth wireless card |
Bluetooth 5.3 |
Bluetooth 5.3 |
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NOTE:The version of the Bluetooth wireless card may vary depending on the operating system that is installed on your computer.
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WWAN module
The following table lists the Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN) module supported on your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Model number |
Inter(R) XMM7560 R+LTE-A (DW5823e) |
| Form factor |
M.2 S3 KEY-B |
| Host interface |
PCIe Gen 2 |
| Network standard |
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| Transfer rate |
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| Operating frequency bands |
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| Power supply | DC 3.135 V to 4.4 V, Typical 3.3 V |
| SIM card | Supported through external or internal SIM-card slot |
| eSIM with Dual SIM (DSSA) |
Supported (The availability of eSIM functionality embedded on the module is dependent on the region and specific carrier requirements) |
| Antenna Diversity | Supported |
| Radio On/Off | Supported |
| Wake On Wireless | Not supported |
| Temperature |
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| Antenna connector |
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NOTE:For instructions on how to find your computer's IMEI (International Mobile Station Equipment Identity) number, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at
Dell Support Site.
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Audio
The following table lists the audio specifications of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Audio controller |
Realtek ALC3204 |
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| Stereo conversion |
Supported with Waves MaxxAudio Pro |
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| Internal audio interface |
High definition audio interface |
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| External audio interface |
One universal audio port |
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| Number of speakers |
Two |
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| Internal-speaker amplifier |
Supported (audio codec integrated) |
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| External volume controls |
Supported |
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| Speaker output: | ||
| Average speaker output |
2 W x 2 = 4 W |
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| Peak speaker output |
2.5 W x 2 = 5 W |
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| Subwoofer output |
Not supported |
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| Microphone |
Digital-array microphone |
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Storage
This section lists the storage options on your Latitude 3540.
One M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drive
| Storage type | Interface type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
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M.2 2230 Class 35 SSD |
PCIe NVMe Gen4 x4 |
Up to 1 TB |
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M.2 2280 Class 40 SSD |
PCIe NVMe Gen4 x4 |
Up to 1 TB |
Keyboard
The following table lists the keyboard specifications of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Keyboard type |
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| Keyboard layout |
QWERTY |
| Number of keys |
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| Keyboard size |
X=18.05 mm key pitch Y=18.05 mm key pitch |
| Keyboard shortcuts |
Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These keys can be used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions. To type the alternate character, press Shift and the desired key. To perform secondary functions, press Fn and the desired key.
NOTE:You can define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1–F12) changing
Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program.
NOTE:
If Copilot in Windows is not available on your computer, the Copilot key launches Windows Search. For more information about Copilot in Windows, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at dell support. |
Camera
The following table lists the camera specifications of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Values | ||
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| Number of cameras |
One |
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| Camera type |
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| Camera location |
Front camera |
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| Camera sensor type |
CMOS sensor technology |
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| Camera resolution: | |||
| Still image |
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| Video |
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| Infrared camera resolution: | |||
| Still image |
0.23 megapixel |
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| Video |
640 x 360 at 15 fps |
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| Diagonal viewing angle: | |||
| Camera |
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| Infrared camera |
86.6 degrees |
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Touchpad
The following table lists the touchpad specifications of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Touchpad resolution: |
>300 dpi |
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| Touchpad dimensions: | ||
| Horizontal |
115 mm |
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| Vertical |
67 mm |
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| Touchpad gestures | For more information about touchpad gestures available on Windows, see the Microsoft Knowledge Base article at Microsoft Support Site. | |
Power adapter
The following table lists the power adapter specifications of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type |
60 W AC adapter, USB-C |
65 W AC adapter, 4.5 mm barrel |
65 W adapter USB-C |
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| Connector dimensions: | ||||
| External diameter |
N/A |
4.50 mm |
N/A |
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| Internal diameter |
N/A |
2.90 mm |
N/A |
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| Power-adapter dimensions: | ||||
| Height |
22 mm (0.86 in.) |
29 mm (1.14 in.) |
28 mm (1.10 in.) |
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| Width |
55 mm (2.16 in.) |
47 mm (1.85 in.) |
51 mm (2.01 in.) |
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| Depth |
66 mm (2.59 in.) |
108 mm (4.25 in.) |
112 mm (4.41 in.) |
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| Input voltage |
100 VAC to 240 VAC |
100 VAC - 240 VAC |
100 VAC - 240 VAC |
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| Input frequency |
50 Hz to 60 Hz |
50 Hz - 60 Hz |
50 Hz - 60 Hz |
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| Input current (maximum) |
1.70 A |
1.60 A/1.70 A |
1.70 A |
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| Output current (continuous) |
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3.34 A |
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| Rated output voltage |
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19.50 VDC |
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| Temperature range: | ||||
| Operating |
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
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| Storage |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
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CAUTION:Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
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Battery
The following table lists the battery specifications of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three | Option four | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery type |
3-cell, 42 Wh, Lithium-ion, ExpressCharge |
3-cell, 54 Wh, Lithium-ion, ExpressCharge |
3-cell, 42 Wh, Long Life Cycle, ExpressCharge 1.0 |
3-cell, 54 Wh, Long Life Cycle, ExpressCharge 1.0 |
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| Battery voltage |
11.4 V |
11.4 V |
15 V |
11.4 V |
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| Battery weight (maximum) |
0.19 kg |
0.22 kg |
0.19 kg |
0.22 kg |
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| Battery dimensions: | |||||
| Height |
5.73 mm |
5.73 mm |
5.73 mm |
5.73 mm |
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| Width |
263 mm |
263 mm |
263 mm |
263 mm |
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| Depth |
79.42 mm |
79.42 mm |
79.42 mm |
79.42 mm |
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| Temperature range: | |||||
| Operating |
0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
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| Storage |
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
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| Battery operating time | Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. | Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. | Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. | Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. | |
| Battery charging time (approximate)
NOTE:Control the charging time, duration, start and end time, and so on using the Dell Power Manager application. For more information on the Dell Power Manager see,
Me and My Dell on
dell support.
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| Coin-cell battery |
CR2032 |
CR2032 |
CR2032 |
CR2032 |
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CAUTION:Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
CAUTION:Dell recommends that you charge the battery regularly for optimal power consumption. If your battery charge is completely depleted, connect the power adapter, turn on your computer, and then restart your computer to reduce the power consumption.
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Display
The following table lists the display specifications of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three | |
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| Display type |
15-inch, High Definition (HD) |
15-inch, Full High Definition (FHD) |
15-inch, Full High Definition (FHD) |
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| Touch options |
No |
No |
Yes |
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| Color |
262,144 |
262,144 |
262,144 |
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| Panel type |
6 bit |
6 bit |
6 bit |
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| Display-panel technology |
Twisted nematic |
Wide Viewing Angle (WVA)/In Plane Switching (IPS) |
Wide Viewing Angle (WVA)/In Plane Switching (IPS) |
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| Display-panel dimensions (active area): | ||||
| Height |
344.16 mm |
344.16 mm |
344.16 mm |
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| Width |
193.59 mm |
193.59 mm |
193.59 mm |
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| Diagonal |
394.87 mm |
394.87 mm |
394.87 mm |
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| Display-panel native resolution |
1366 x 768 |
1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 |
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| Luminance (typical) |
220 nits |
250 nits |
250 nits |
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| Megapixels |
1.05 megapixel |
2.07 megapixel |
2.07 megapixel |
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| Color gamut |
45% (NTSC) |
45% (NTSC) |
45% (NTSC) |
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| Pixels Per Inch (PPI) |
100 |
141 |
141 |
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| Contrast ratio (typical) |
400:1 |
600:1 |
500:1 |
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| Response time (max) |
25 ms |
35 ms |
35 ms |
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| Refresh rate |
60 Hz |
60 Hz |
60 Hz |
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| Horizontal view angle |
45 +/- degrees |
85 +/- degrees |
85 +/- degrees |
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| Vertical view angle |
35 +/- degrees |
85 +/- degrees |
85 +/- degrees |
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| Pixel pitch |
0.252 (H)*0.252 (V) |
0.17925 (H)* 0.17925 (V) |
0.17925 (H)* 0.17925 (V) |
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| Power consumption (maximum) |
3.75 W |
4.6 W |
4.7 W |
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| Anti-glare vs glossy finish |
Anti-glare |
Anti-glare |
Anti-glare |
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Fingerprint reader
The following table lists the fingerprint-reader specifications of your Latitude 3540.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint-reader sensor technology |
Capacitive |
| Fingerprint-reader sensor resolution |
500 ppi |
| Fingerprint-reader sensor pixel size |
108 x 88 pixel |
Sensor
The following table lists the sensor of your Latitude 3540.
| Sensor support |
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Adaptive Thermal Performance-Applicable only for discrete graphics |
GPU—Integrated
The following table lists the specifications of the integrated Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Latitude 3540.
| Controller | Memory size | Processor |
|---|---|---|
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Intel UHD Graphics |
Shared system memory |
12th Generation Intel Core i3, Celeron |
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Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Shared system memory |
13th Generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 |
GPU—Discrete
The following table lists the specifications of the discrete Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Latitude 3540.
| Controller | Memory size | Memory type |
|---|---|---|
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Nvidia GeForce MX550 |
2 GB |
GDDR6 |
Multiple display support matrix
The following table lists the multiple display support matrix for your Latitude 3540.
| Graphics Card | Direct Graphics Controller Direct Output Mode | Supported external displays with computer internal display on | Supported external displays with computer internal display off |
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Intel UHD Graphics |
Integrated |
3 |
4 |
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Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Integrated |
3 |
4 |
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NVIDIA GeForce MX550 |
MS Hybrid |
3 |
4 |
Hardware security
The following table lists the hardware security of your Latitude 3540.
| Hardware security |
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One wedge-shaped lock slot |
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TPM 2.0 discrete- Not supported for 12th Generation Intel Celeron 7305, 8 MB cache, 5 cores, 5 threads, up to 1.10 GHz |
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FIPS 140-2 certification for TPM |
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TCG Certification for TPM (Trusted Computing Group) |
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Chassis Intrusion Detection |
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BIOS - TPM clear and/or system boot lock after chassis intrusion detection |
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RPMC (specify via SPI Flash or eRPMC) |
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SPI Flash Tamper Detection / Prevention Shunt Circuit |
Operating and storage environment
This table lists the operating and storage specifications of your Latitude 3540.
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
| Description | Operating | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature range |
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) |
-40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
| Relative humidity (maximum) |
90% (non-condensing) |
95% (non-condensing) |
| Vibration (maximum)* |
0.66 GRMS |
NA |
| Shock (maximum) |
140 G† |
NA |
| Altitude range |
-15.2 m to 3048 m (-49.8 ft to 10000 ft) |
-15.2 m to 10668 m (-49.8 ft to 35000 ft) |
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CAUTION:Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
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* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates the user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse.




























