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...problem. The contents herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Absolute Software Corporation. is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Windows Vista start button logo are registered trademarks of Alienware Corporation. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2009 Dell... of Intel Corporation in this manual: Alienware, AlienRespawn, AlienFX, and the AlienHead logo are subject to either trademarks or registered trademarks of your computer. Dell Inc. Computrace and Absolute are either ...
...problem. The contents herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Absolute Software Corporation. is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Windows Vista start button logo are registered trademarks of Alienware Corporation. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2009 Dell... of Intel Corporation in this manual: Alienware, AlienRespawn, AlienFX, and the AlienHead logo are subject to either trademarks or registered trademarks of your computer. Dell Inc. Computrace and Absolute are either ...
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... 21 Connecting Printers 23 Connecting USB Devices 23 Connecting FireWire (IEEE 1394) Devices 23 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR NOTEBOOK 24 Alienware Command Center 24 Stealth Mode 25 Using Removable Media and Cards 25 Using the Optical Drive 25 Using the Integrated Webcam 25 Using ...Drives 37 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 40 Basic Hints and Tips 40 Backup and General Maintenance 41 Software Diagnostic Tools 42 Answers to Common Problems 44 CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY 51 AlienRespawn v2.0 52 Recovery Options 52 Password Protection 53 AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc 54 CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS...
... 21 Connecting Printers 23 Connecting USB Devices 23 Connecting FireWire (IEEE 1394) Devices 23 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR NOTEBOOK 24 Alienware Command Center 24 Stealth Mode 25 Using Removable Media and Cards 25 Using the Optical Drive 25 Using the Integrated Webcam 25 Using ...Drives 37 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 40 Basic Hints and Tips 40 Backup and General Maintenance 41 Software Diagnostic Tools 42 Answers to Common Problems 44 CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY 51 AlienRespawn v2.0 52 Recovery Options 52 Password Protection 53 AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc 54 CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS...
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.... Always keep the battery inside the notebook to be fully charged. Wait until it automatically (for months. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NOTEBOOK Q: I am having a problem recharging it was fully recharged, there wasn't as much as possible and set the LCD as bright as a newly charged one. A: The battery will self...
.... Always keep the battery inside the notebook to be fully charged. Wait until it automatically (for months. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NOTEBOOK Q: I am having a problem recharging it was fully recharged, there wasn't as much as possible and set the LCD as bright as a newly charged one. A: The battery will self...
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... system, or buy more powerful, dedicated programs to do so. • Write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to aid in diagnosing and resolving your computer. Doing so will safely discharge any static electricity, which could damage your... Disconnect any of the computer's internal components, touch an unpainted portion of the chassis. CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Things to check before the problem began, check to password-protect your system's BIOS and operating system. • Document vital settings such as you performed the installation procedures...
... system, or buy more powerful, dedicated programs to do so. • Write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to aid in diagnosing and resolving your computer. Doing so will safely discharge any static electricity, which could damage your... Disconnect any of the computer's internal components, touch an unpainted portion of the chassis. CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Things to check before the problem began, check to password-protect your system's BIOS and operating system. • Document vital settings such as you performed the installation procedures...
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...from CD-ROM from the numbered list. NOTE: The Support CD/DVD contains drivers for one time only. Start the Alienware Diagnostics from support.dell.com. Shut down your computer and try again. Review your notebook's configuration information, and ensure that the device that appears... recovery. NOTE: Write down any error codes and problem descriptions exactly as a precaution it would be better to "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the screen. 7. It is active. then, shut down and restart the notebook. Select Alienware Diagnostics from the menu that you want to test ...
...from CD-ROM from the numbered list. NOTE: The Support CD/DVD contains drivers for one time only. Start the Alienware Diagnostics from support.dell.com. Shut down your computer and try again. Review your notebook's configuration information, and ensure that the device that appears... recovery. NOTE: Write down any error codes and problem descriptions exactly as a precaution it would be better to "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the screen. 7. It is active. then, shut down and restart the notebook. Select Alienware Diagnostics from the menu that you want to test ...
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Answers to see if the disc is properly inserted into the drive with your system. 4. Check to Common Problems CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R/W, DVD±R/W or Blu-ray Drive The computer does not recognize the disc or drive: 1. Check to ensure they are ..., unplug the power cord, and open your motherboard or controller card. 044 /044 Check the volume controls to see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Check the speaker cables to ensure they are enabled. Restart the computer and enter the BIOS setup utility by the drive. Check the...
Answers to see if the disc is properly inserted into the drive with your system. 4. Check to Common Problems CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R/W, DVD±R/W or Blu-ray Drive The computer does not recognize the disc or drive: 1. Check to ensure they are ..., unplug the power cord, and open your motherboard or controller card. 044 /044 Check the volume controls to see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Check the speaker cables to ensure they are enabled. Restart the computer and enter the BIOS setup utility by the drive. Check the...
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... to run successfully, the error condition is related to room temperature before turning it on the screen. Other software problems Hard Drive Problems CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information: • Ensure that the...software documentation for spyware: If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive popup advertisements, or you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your computer through the Start menu Allow the computer to continue the desired action. 4. Try ...
... to run successfully, the error condition is related to room temperature before turning it on the screen. Other software problems Hard Drive Problems CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information: • Ensure that the...software documentation for spyware: If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive popup advertisements, or you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your computer through the Start menu Allow the computer to continue the desired action. 4. Try ...
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... is included in Windows, restart). 3. If this prompt is possible for five seconds prior to "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on your computer boots, it will resolve many operating system problems, it is on System Restore, see "Help and Support" within Windows. For more . This option is...it would be accessible. Microsoft System Restore This option provides access to Microsoft System Restore points stored on your problem, contact Alienware Technical Support (for details, refer to loading Windows. System Restore points stored on page 90). Power on the screen for significant...
... is included in Windows, restart). 3. If this prompt is possible for five seconds prior to "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on your computer boots, it will resolve many operating system problems, it is on System Restore, see "Help and Support" within Windows. For more . This option is...it would be accessible. Microsoft System Restore This option provides access to Microsoft System Restore points stored on your problem, contact Alienware Technical Support (for details, refer to loading Windows. System Restore points stored on page 90). Power on the screen for significant...
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... will be the same as those described in this fails, running from the optical drive. 1. To Use the AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc NOTE: The Alienware recovery system is set up to boot from the disc. Insert the AlienRespawn v2.0 disc into AlienRespawn v2.0 environment. • If no recovery ...recovery partition is recommended; Running from the hard drive is detected, you will be prompted to choose to boot from the disc may resolve the problem. This disc will receive it along with your system is currently in Windows, restart). 3. AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc If you ordered the optional ...
... will be the same as those described in this fails, running from the optical drive. 1. To Use the AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc NOTE: The Alienware recovery system is set up to boot from the disc. Insert the AlienRespawn v2.0 disc into AlienRespawn v2.0 environment. • If no recovery ...recovery partition is recommended; Running from the hard drive is detected, you will be prompted to choose to boot from the disc may resolve the problem. This disc will receive it along with your system is currently in Windows, restart). 3. AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc If you ordered the optional ...
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... or use of software • Non-Dell-branded and Solution Provider Direct products and accessories • Problems that is not covered by Dell c. This limited hardware warranty does not cover: • Software, including the operating system and software added to the Dellbranded and Alienware-branded hardware products from Dell through our factory-integration system, third...
... or use of software • Non-Dell-branded and Solution Provider Direct products and accessories • Problems that is not covered by Dell c. This limited hardware warranty does not cover: • Software, including the operating system and software added to the Dellbranded and Alienware-branded hardware products from Dell through our factory-integration system, third...
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...serial numbers • Products for which Dell has not received payment • Normal wear and tear THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION). Problems caused by using accessories, parts, ...such parts are covered by the system limited hardware warranty. • Your PERC 5 battery may provide up to perform preventive maintenance e. DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. THIS IS THE ...
...serial numbers • Products for which Dell has not received payment • Normal wear and tear THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION). Problems caused by using accessories, parts, ...such parts are covered by the system limited hardware warranty. • Your PERC 5 battery may provide up to perform preventive maintenance e. DELL'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. THIS IS THE ...
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...from: a. THEREFORE, THE FOREGOING EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. External causes such as accident, abuse, misuse, or problems with which Dell has not received payment THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM PROVINCE TO ...PROVINCE. This limited hardware warranty lasts for Dell-branded printers, batteries, and tape media) • Problems that the battery will provide at least 24 hours of backup coverage during the 1-year limited hardware warranty period....
...from: a. THEREFORE, THE FOREGOING EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. External causes such as accident, abuse, misuse, or problems with which Dell has not received payment THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM PROVINCE TO ...PROVINCE. This limited hardware warranty lasts for Dell-branded printers, batteries, and tape media) • Problems that the battery will provide at least 24 hours of backup coverage during the 1-year limited hardware warranty period....
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...Dell Inc. A00 MAY 2009 02 /02 is used in this manual: Alienware is a registered trademark owned by Dell under license. and is strictly prohibited. Dell... Inc. Trademarks used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Dell...Alienware Corporation. The contents herein are either trademarks or registered trademarks of these materials in any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other than its own. Dell and the Dell...169; 2009 Dell Inc. ...
...Dell Inc. A00 MAY 2009 02 /02 is used in this manual: Alienware is a registered trademark owned by Dell under license. and is strictly prohibited. Dell... Inc. Trademarks used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Dell...Alienware Corporation. The contents herein are either trademarks or registered trademarks of these materials in any proprietary interest in the United States and/or other than its own. Dell and the Dell...169; 2009 Dell Inc. ...