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... to the Internet (Optional 12 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 15 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 17 Top View Features 21 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP 23 Alienware Command Center 24 Working With RAID 24 Optimizing Performance 27 Configuring the... and General Maintenance 48 Software Diagnostic Tools 49 CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY 57 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 58 CHAPTER 8: SPECIFICATIONS 59 APPENDIX A: GENERAL AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 64 APPENDIX B: CONTACTING ALIENWARE 66 APPENDIX C: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 67 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 295 Graphics Cards 67 ...
... to the Internet (Optional 12 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 15 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 17 Top View Features 21 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP 23 Alienware Command Center 24 Working With RAID 24 Optimizing Performance 27 Configuring the... and General Maintenance 48 Software Diagnostic Tools 49 CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY 57 Dell DataSafe Local Backup 58 CHAPTER 8: SPECIFICATIONS 59 APPENDIX A: GENERAL AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 64 APPENDIX B: CONTACTING ALIENWARE 66 APPENDIX C: IMPORTANT INFORMATION 67 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 295 Graphics Cards 67 ...
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...to answer questions in front of your Alienware® desktop is placed on or into the desktop. or any other object. • Nothing obstructs airflow in the future, or aid you . Report any area where the desktop may have occurred during shipment. As... YOUR DESKTOP Before setting up your desktop or components, see the included invoice to verify that adequate ventilation is available to assist you explore your Alienware® Aurora! Anything reported missing after the first 5 days of your new desktop's capabilities. Before Setting Up Your Desktop Congratulations on...
...to answer questions in front of your Alienware® desktop is placed on or into the desktop. or any other object. • Nothing obstructs airflow in the future, or aid you . Report any area where the desktop may have occurred during shipment. As... YOUR DESKTOP Before setting up your desktop or components, see the included invoice to verify that adequate ventilation is available to assist you explore your Alienware® Aurora! Anything reported missing after the first 5 days of your new desktop's capabilities. Before Setting Up Your Desktop Congratulations on...
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... DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable) HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to -DVI adapter, and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com. See the following table to identify the connectors on the graphics card you purchased. NOTE: A DVI or HDMI connector may be available on your...
... DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable) HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to -DVI adapter, and additional HDMI or DVI cables at www.dell.com. See the following table to identify the connectors on the graphics card you purchased. NOTE: A DVI or HDMI connector may be available on your...
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Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Network Cable (Optional) 10 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR DESKTOP
Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Network Cable (Optional) 10 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR DESKTOP
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CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR DESKTOP 11 Press the power button on the top of the computer. Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button WARNING: The power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.
CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR DESKTOP 11 Press the power button on the top of the computer. Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button WARNING: The power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.
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.... • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for your computer available at support.dell.com. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you set up your router. Your computer is recommended... the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and to the telephone wall jack before you need to connect to your desktop unusable. NOTE: For optimal performance of your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions on page 13. 12 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR...
.... • If you are using a DSL or cable/satellite modem connection, contact your ISP or cellular telephone service for your computer available at support.dell.com. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you set up your router. Your computer is recommended... the telephone line to the external USB modem (optional) and to the telephone wall jack before you need to connect to your desktop unusable. NOTE: For optimal performance of your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions on page 13. 12 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR...
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.... 4. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP to complete the setup. If you get one. CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR DESKTOP 13 In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your ISP information ready.
.... 4. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP to complete the setup. If you get one. CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR DESKTOP 13 In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up your ISP information ready.
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CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP This chapter provides information about your new desktop to familiarize you with its various features, and to get you up and running quickly. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 15
CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP This chapter provides information about your new desktop to familiarize you with its various features, and to get you up and running quickly. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 15
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The drive panel can also be lowered when the computer is blinking. 2 Alienhead - Ejects the optical drive tray. 16 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP Can support additional optical drive(s). 5 Drive panel - CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while 6 the hard drive activity light is ...
The drive panel can also be lowered when the computer is blinking. 2 Alienhead - Ejects the optical drive tray. 16 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP Can support additional optical drive(s). 5 Drive panel - CAUTION: To avoid loss of data, never turn off the computer while 6 the hard drive activity light is ...
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... the release panel. Connect USB, audio, and other devices into the security cable slot on page 19. 4 Expansion card slots - CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 17 Access connectors for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards. 5 Power connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to the computer. Back View Features 1 2 3 4 5 67...
... the release panel. Connect USB, audio, and other devices into the security cable slot on page 19. 4 Expansion card slots - CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 17 Access connectors for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards. 5 Power connector - Attaches a commercially available security cable to the computer. Back View Features 1 2 3 4 5 67...
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In Alienware Aurora ALX, the back light will function only when the computer is powered by internal batteries. 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP NOTE: In Alienware Aurora Standard, the back light will function even when the computer is turned off after a few seconds. This light automatically turns off , as the light is turned on the light to view the back panel connectors. Back Light Button Press the back light button to turn on .
In Alienware Aurora ALX, the back light will function only when the computer is powered by internal batteries. 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP NOTE: In Alienware Aurora Standard, the back light will function even when the computer is turned off after a few seconds. This light automatically turns off , as the light is turned on the light to view the back panel connectors. Back Light Button Press the back light button to turn on .
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This format carries an audio signal without going through an analog audio conversion process (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only). Connects to amplifiers, speakers, or TVs for digital audio output through coaxial digital cables. Connects ...and headphones. This format carries an audio signal without going through an analog audio conversion process (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only). 2 eSATA connector - CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 19 Connect to amplifiers, speakers, or TVs for digital audio output through optical digital cables. For details...
This format carries an audio signal without going through an analog audio conversion process (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only). Connects to amplifiers, speakers, or TVs for digital audio output through coaxial digital cables. Connects ...and headphones. This format carries an audio signal without going through an analog audio conversion process (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only). 2 eSATA connector - CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 19 Connect to amplifiers, speakers, or TVs for digital audio output through optical digital cables. For details...
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Connects to a microphone for a heightened gaming and media experience. NOTE: On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. 1 2 3 1 Side L/R surround connector - Connects to recording or ...for voice or audio input into a sound or telephony program. 6 5 4 20 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP Connects to front L/R speakers. 6 Microphone connector - The audio out connectors deliver quality sound and support 7.1 surround audio. Connecting External Speakers Your Alienware desktop has five integrated audio out connectors and one audio in connector -
Connects to a microphone for a heightened gaming and media experience. NOTE: On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. 1 2 3 1 Side L/R surround connector - Connects to recording or ...for voice or audio input into a sound or telephony program. 6 5 4 20 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP Connects to front L/R speakers. 6 Microphone connector - The audio out connectors deliver quality sound and support 7.1 surround audio. Connecting External Speakers Your Alienware desktop has five integrated audio out connectors and one audio in connector -
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Top View Features Accessing the Top Panel Connectors Press the top panel downwards to access the top panel connectors. 1 1 Top panel CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 21
Top View Features Accessing the Top Panel Connectors Press the top panel downwards to access the top panel connectors. 1 1 Top panel CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 21
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... player. Connects to a microphone for voice or audio input into a sound or telephony program. 3 IEEE 1394 connector - the computer is on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) at the back of the button rim indicates the power status. • Off - Top Panel Connectors 45 123 22 CHAPTER 2: ...GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 1 Headphone connector - Connects to USB devices, such as digital video cameras. 4 Power button - the computer is in hibernate mode...
... player. Connects to a microphone for voice or audio input into a sound or telephony program. 3 IEEE 1394 connector - the computer is on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) at the back of the button rim indicates the power status. • Off - Top Panel Connectors 45 123 22 CHAPTER 2: ...GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 1 Headphone connector - Connects to USB devices, such as digital video cameras. 4 Power button - the computer is in hibernate mode...
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...; Command Center→ Command Center. Working With RAID A redundant array of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for higher performance and data integrity. Alienware Command Center The Alienware® Command Center gives you access to build a library of system management, optimization, and customization tools. The number of hard drives required varies depending on... have vents present on top of your computer, use thermal controls to control the thermal and venting capabilities of the vents. 24 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP
...; Command Center→ Command Center. Working With RAID A redundant array of independent disks (RAID) is recommended for higher performance and data integrity. Alienware Command Center The Alienware® Command Center gives you access to build a library of system management, optimization, and customization tools. The number of hard drives required varies depending on... have vents present on top of your computer, use thermal controls to control the thermal and venting capabilities of the vents. 24 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP
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..., the size of the configuration is searching for data redundancy. RAID 1 sacrifices high data-access rates for and reading the next block. CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP 25 Perform regular backups to provide a high data access rate. This allows one drive results in the configuration. RAID Level 1 RAID level 1 uses data mirroring...
..., the size of the configuration is searching for data redundancy. RAID 1 sacrifices high data-access rates for and reading the next block. CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP 25 Perform regular backups to provide a high data access rate. This allows one drive results in the configuration. RAID Level 1 RAID level 1 uses data mirroring...
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... and good fault tolerance. RAID 1+0 A1 A2 A3 Ap B1 B2 Bp B3 C1 Cp C2 C3 Dp D1 D2 D3 26 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP If a drive failure occurs, subsequent read and write operations are directed to the other surviving drives. If a drive failure occurs, subsequent read and write operations...
... and good fault tolerance. RAID 1+0 A1 A2 A3 Ap B1 B2 Bp B3 C1 Cp C2 C3 Dp D1 D2 D3 26 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP If a drive failure occurs, subsequent read and write operations are directed to the other surviving drives. If a drive failure occurs, subsequent read and write operations...
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...damage. CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP 27 CAUTION: Technical support verifies the full functionality of the computer at the factory to achieve maximum performance in the BIOS. Alienware does not provide technical support for... any hardware or software issues arising from operating the computer beyond the preset settings in resource intensive applications including gaming and multimedia development... optimize your computer. Depending on Aurora and Aurora ALX only), that allow you to easily overclock your computer's performance.
...damage. CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP 27 CAUTION: Technical support verifies the full functionality of the computer at the factory to achieve maximum performance in the BIOS. Alienware does not provide technical support for... any hardware or software issues arising from operating the computer beyond the preset settings in resource intensive applications including gaming and multimedia development... optimize your computer. Depending on Aurora and Aurora ALX only), that allow you to easily overclock your computer's performance.
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...; Change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer to work incorrectly. Certain changes can cause your desktop. • Set or change a user-selectable option. • View the amount of memory installed. • Set the type of the BIOS...To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release in even intervals until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then shut down your desktop. While the desktop is recommended that you are an expert computer user. Turn on the keyboard is held down the current System Setup ...
...; Change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer to work incorrectly. Certain changes can cause your desktop. • Set or change a user-selectable option. • View the amount of memory installed. • Set the type of the BIOS...To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release in even intervals until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then shut down your desktop. While the desktop is recommended that you are an expert computer user. Turn on the keyboard is held down the current System Setup ...