| Processor | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | |
| Processor model | i3-4005U | |
| Processor series | Intel Core i3-4000 Mobile Series | |
| Processor socket | BGA 1168 | |
| Processor threads | 4 | |
| Processor cores | 2 | |
| Processor codename | Haswell | |
| Processor family | 4th gen Intel Core i3 | |
| Processor frequency | 1.7 GHz | |
| Processor cache | 3 MB | |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W | |
| Software | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| Operating system installed | Windows 8.1 | |
| Display & Graphics | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | |
| Display diagonal | 15.6 inch | |
| Display resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels | |
| LED backlight | Yes | |
| Maximum refresh rate | 60 Hz | |
| Pixel pitch | 0.252 x 0.252 mm | |
| Maximum on-board graphics adapter memory | 2 GB | |
| On-board graphics adapter | Yes | |
| On-board graphics adapter base frequency | 200 MHz | |
| On-board graphics adapter dynamic frequency (max) | 950 MHz | |
| On-board graphics adapter model | Intel HD Graphics 4400 | |
| Memory | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| Internal memory | 4 GB | |
| Maximum internal memory | 8 GB | |
| Memory clock speed | 1600 MHz | |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM | |
| Memory slots | 1x SO-DIMM | |
| Internal memory type | DDR3L-SDRAM | |
| Storage | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| HDD capacity | 500 GB | |
| HDD size | 2.5" | |
| Storage media | HDD | |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 | |
| Total storage capacity | 500 GB | |
| LightScribe | No | |
| Optical drive type | DVD±RW | |
| Card reader integrated | Yes | |
| Compatible memory cards | SD | |
| Network & Communication | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| 3G | No | |
| 4G | No | |
| Bluetooth | Yes | |
| Ethernet LAN | 10, 100 Mbit/s | |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) | |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) | |
| Interfaces/Ports | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 | |
| Charging port type | DC-in jack | |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes | |
| DVI port | No | |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 | |
| SmartCard slot | No | |
| USB 2.0 | 2 | |
| USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A | 1 | |
| Input Devices | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| Full-size keyboard | Yes | |
| Numeric keypad | Yes | |
| Pointing device | Touchpad | |
| Spill resistant keyboard | Yes | |
| Windows keys | Yes | |
| Audio | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC3234 | |
| Built-in microphone | Yes | |
| Number of speakers | 2 | |
| Speaker power | 2 W | |
| Speakers manufacturer | Waves | |
| Built-in Devices | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| Front camera | Yes | |
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels | |
| Power | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| AC adapter frequency | 50/60 Hz | |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V | |
| AC adapter output current | 3.34 A | |
| AC adapter output voltage | 19.5 V | |
| AC adapter power | 65 W | |
| Security | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| Cable lock slot | Yes | |
| Password protection | Yes | |
| Design | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| Brand | DELL | |
| Family | Inspiron | |
| Series | 3000 | |
| Model name | 3542 | |
| Part Number | 3542-INS-0687-BLK | |
| Product type | Notebook | |
| Form factor | Clamshell | |
| Product colour | Black | |
| Depth | 267.6 mm | |
| Width | 381.4 mm | |
| Height | 25.6 mm | |
| Weight | 2.4 kg | |
| Release Date | 2019-02-11 | |
| Battery Information | DELL Inspiron 3542 3542-INS-0687-BLK | other notebooks |
| Battery capacity | 40 Wh | |
| Battery type | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) | |
| Battery voltage | 14.8 V | |
| Battery weight | 260 g | |
| Battery recharge time | 4 h | |
| Number of battery cells | 4 | |
