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... August 2009 02 /02 Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Windows Vista start button logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Alienware Corporation. Intel and SpeedStep are subject to avoid the problem. Other trademarks and trade names may be used by Bluetooth SIG,...information that helps you how to change without the prior written permission of Dell Inc. is a trademark owned by Dell Inc. Dell is a trademark of Intel Corporation in any proprietary interest in this manual: Alienware, AlienRespawn, AlienFX, and the AlienHead logo are either the entities claiming ...
... August 2009 02 /02 Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Windows Vista start button logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Alienware Corporation. Intel and SpeedStep are subject to avoid the problem. Other trademarks and trade names may be used by Bluetooth SIG,...information that helps you how to change without the prior written permission of Dell Inc. is a trademark owned by Dell Inc. Dell is a trademark of Intel Corporation in any proprietary interest in this manual: Alienware, AlienRespawn, AlienFX, and the AlienHead logo are either the entities claiming ...
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... Alienhead to lower it. 5 Drive panel - the computer is in hibernate mode, or is on . Supports additional optical drive(s) (optional). 4 Alienhead • Area-51 Standard - Front View Features 1 2 3 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 1 Power button - The color of the button rim indicates the power status....• Off - Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs. 6 3 Optical drive bays (2) - Press the Alienhead and then manually lower or close the drive panel using the motorized door. 4 When the computer is either turned off, in standby mode. 2 Optical drive - ...
... Alienhead to lower it. 5 Drive panel - the computer is in hibernate mode, or is on . Supports additional optical drive(s) (optional). 4 Alienhead • Area-51 Standard - Front View Features 1 2 3 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 1 Power button - The color of the button rim indicates the power status....• Off - Plays or records CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs. 6 3 Optical drive bays (2) - Press the Alienhead and then manually lower or close the drive panel using the motorized door. 4 When the computer is either turned off, in standby mode. 2 Optical drive - ...
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... amount of memory available in your computer. Memory Speed Displays the memory speed. NOTE: For the updated system setup information, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Displays the processor L2 cache size. Input Service Tag Allows you to input the service tag. CPU ID/uCode ID CPU Speed Current QPI...
... amount of memory available in your computer. Memory Speed Displays the memory speed. NOTE: For the updated system setup information, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Displays the processor L2 cache size. Input Service Tag Allows you to input the service tag. CPU ID/uCode ID CPU Speed Current QPI...
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... Opens submenu to display the SPD configuration for the processor while in turbo mode. tCL Displays the Column Address Strobe Latency (editable in Manual Mode). Adjust PCI Frequency (MHz) Allows you to program the current thresholds for each memory module. tRFC Displays timing of Refresh to... Turbo Mode tech If enabled, allows processor to adjust BClk of the timing parameters. tRCD Displays timing of Write Recover (editable in Manual Mode). Overclock Configuration Submenu Adjust CPU BClk (MHz) Allows you to adjust PCI Frequency. Turbo Mode TDP Limit Override Allows you to...
... Opens submenu to display the SPD configuration for the processor while in turbo mode. tCL Displays the Column Address Strobe Latency (editable in Manual Mode). Adjust PCI Frequency (MHz) Allows you to program the current thresholds for each memory module. tRFC Displays timing of Refresh to... Turbo Mode tech If enabled, allows processor to adjust BClk of the timing parameters. tRCD Displays timing of Write Recover (editable in Manual Mode). Overclock Configuration Submenu Adjust CPU BClk (MHz) Allows you to adjust PCI Frequency. Turbo Mode TDP Limit Override Allows you to...
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You can purchase components for your desktop at support.dell.com/manuals for increasing the processing power and storage space by upgrading equipment. Parts purchased from Dell and Alienware ship with specific replacement instructions. 035 /035 NOTE: See the Service Manual at www.dell.com or www.alienware.com. CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL...
You can purchase components for your desktop at support.dell.com/manuals for increasing the processing power and storage space by upgrading equipment. Parts purchased from Dell and Alienware ship with specific replacement instructions. 035 /035 NOTE: See the Service Manual at www.dell.com or www.alienware.com. CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL...
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...may have conflict with the drive if the encoding on your system board or controller card (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Some discs may be included with your drive. see if the audio CD is properly placed on the drive with the... drive. • Shut down your computer, disconnect the power cable, and open your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual). 050 /050 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Answers to Common Problems CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R/W, DVD±R/W, or Blu-ray Disc™ Drive The ...
...may have conflict with the drive if the encoding on your system board or controller card (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Some discs may be included with your drive. see if the audio CD is properly placed on the drive with the... drive. • Shut down your computer, disconnect the power cable, and open your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual). 050 /050 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Answers to Common Problems CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R/W, DVD±R/W, or Blu-ray Disc™ Drive The ...
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...: You might lose data if you troubleshoot problems with your mouse, press and hold the power button for details, see the Service Manual at least 6 seconds until the computer turns off, then restart your computer. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 051... POST (Power On Self Test) ensures that is no longer responding. 3. Check the software documentation. For assistance, contact Alienware (for at support.dell.com/manuals. Click the Applications tab and select the program that all hardware is seated properly. If you installed or replaced the memory...
...: You might lose data if you troubleshoot problems with your mouse, press and hold the power button for details, see the Service Manual at least 6 seconds until the computer turns off, then restart your computer. If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. 051... POST (Power On Self Test) ensures that is no longer responding. 3. Check the software documentation. For assistance, contact Alienware (for at support.dell.com/manuals. Click the Applications tab and select the program that all hardware is seated properly. If you installed or replaced the memory...
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CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS This chapter provides the basic specifications of your desktop. For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com/manuals. 064 /064
CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS This chapter provides the basic specifications of your desktop. For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com/manuals. 064 /064
Comprehensive Specifications
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... refer to change without the prior written permission of the Blu-ray Disc Association; Dell is a trademark of Dell Inc.; Bluetooth is strictly prohibited. Trademarks used in this manual: Alienware and AlienFX are subject to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Intel is a registered trademark and Core is a trademark...
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... 164-pin connector Number of lanes PCI_E1 PCI_E3 16 16 16 8 PCI_E5 4 8 NOTE: For the location of the PCI Express x16 connectors, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. 05 /05
... 164-pin connector Number of lanes PCI_E1 PCI_E3 16 16 16 8 PCI_E5 4 8 NOTE: For the location of the PCI Express x16 connectors, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. 05 /05
Service Manual
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... that helps you how to hardware or loss of Alienware Corporation. Reproduction of these materials in any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other countries; Dell is a trademark of Intel Corporation in this manual: Alienware is used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Intel and ...SpeedStep are registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; and other than its own. and is a registered...
... that helps you how to hardware or loss of Alienware Corporation. Reproduction of these materials in any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other countries; Dell is a trademark of Intel Corporation in this manual: Alienware is used by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Intel and ...SpeedStep are registered trademarks of Dell Inc.; and other than its own. and is a registered...
Service Manual
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CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN This manual provides procedures for removing and installing the components in reverse order. 06 /06 Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: • ...
CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN This manual provides procedures for removing and installing the components in reverse order. 06 /06 Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: • ...
Service Manual
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Your computer has three internally-accessible DDR3 DIMM sockets. 024 /024 CHAPTER 5: MEMORY MODULE(S) CHAPTER 5: MEMORY MODULE(S) CHAPTER 5: MEMORY MODULE(S) You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the memory supported by your Desktop Manual or in the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com for information on the system board. Install only memory modules that are covered under your computer warranty. See the specifications in your computer. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell or Alienware are supported by your computer.
Your computer has three internally-accessible DDR3 DIMM sockets. 024 /024 CHAPTER 5: MEMORY MODULE(S) CHAPTER 5: MEMORY MODULE(S) CHAPTER 5: MEMORY MODULE(S) You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the memory supported by your Desktop Manual or in the Comprehensive Specifications at support.dell.com for information on the system board. Install only memory modules that are covered under your computer warranty. See the specifications in your computer. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell or Alienware are supported by your computer.
Service Manual
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...). CHAPTER 16: SYSTEM BOARD 080 /080 Damage due to servicing that shipped with your computer. Performing these steps incorrectly could damage your Desktop Manual. WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with hardware removal and replacement. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding...see your system board. System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on contacting...
...). CHAPTER 16: SYSTEM BOARD 080 /080 Damage due to servicing that shipped with your computer. Performing these steps incorrectly could damage your Desktop Manual. WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with hardware removal and replacement. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding...see your system board. System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on contacting...
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... the processor core clock and the FSB frequency. tRCD Displays timing of Row Address Strobe (editable in Manual Mode). tCL Displays the Column Address Strobe Latency (editable in Manual Mode). Allows you to restore the Level 1 overclocking settings that were shipped from the factory (only... Allows you to access the Overclock Configuration submenu Allows you to access the Overvoltage Configuration submenu Allows you to toggle to Manual mode and set all of Refresh to restore the Level 3 overclocking settings that were shipped from the factory (only displayed with...
... the processor core clock and the FSB frequency. tRCD Displays timing of Row Address Strobe (editable in Manual Mode). tCL Displays the Column Address Strobe Latency (editable in Manual Mode). Allows you to restore the Level 1 overclocking settings that were shipped from the factory (only... Allows you to access the Overclock Configuration submenu Allows you to access the Overvoltage Configuration submenu Allows you to toggle to Manual mode and set all of Refresh to restore the Level 3 overclocking settings that were shipped from the factory (only displayed with...
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tRTP Displays Read to adjust PCI Frequency. Adjust PCI-E Frequency (MHz) Allows you to Precharge Command Delay (editable in Manual Mode). 1T/2T Timing Displays the Command Rate (editable in turbo mode. Limit Turbo Mode TDC Limit Override Allows you to ...Adjust QPI and uncore voltage. 0100 /0100 Adjust PCI Frequency (MHz) Allows you to program the current thresholds for the processor while in Manual Mode). Displays processor core voltage. Adjust the IOH voltage. Overvoltage Configuration Submenu CPU Temperature Sensor VCore Dynamic CPU VCore Offset DDR3 Memory Voltage IOH...
tRTP Displays Read to adjust PCI Frequency. Adjust PCI-E Frequency (MHz) Allows you to Precharge Command Delay (editable in Manual Mode). 1T/2T Timing Displays the Command Rate (editable in turbo mode. Limit Turbo Mode TDC Limit Override Allows you to ...Adjust QPI and uncore voltage. 0100 /0100 Adjust PCI Frequency (MHz) Allows you to program the current thresholds for the processor while in Manual Mode). Displays processor core voltage. Adjust the IOH voltage. Overvoltage Configuration Submenu CPU Temperature Sensor VCore Dynamic CPU VCore Offset DDR3 Memory Voltage IOH...