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...and a wall - You may see the documentation for technical information or general use as you explore your new laptop's capabilities. As always, our technical support staff is provided. Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind on a surface that is both level and stable. •• The power and... to assist you. When placing your laptop, ensure that: •• It is placed on or into the laptop. The media included with your Alienware laptop is designed to provide answers to many of the questions that may arise as needed to complete certain tasks. Do not place the laptop...
...and a wall - You may see the documentation for technical information or general use as you explore your new laptop's capabilities. As always, our technical support staff is provided. Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind on a surface that is both level and stable. •• The power and... to assist you. When placing your laptop, ensure that: •• It is placed on or into the laptop. The media included with your Alienware laptop is designed to provide answers to many of the questions that may arise as needed to complete certain tasks. Do not place the laptop...
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... recommended that you create a full system backup as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. 15 NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer available at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more information on the screen. CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Set Up Microsoft Windows Your computer is recommended that you download and...
... recommended that you create a full system backup as soon as you set up Microsoft Windows. 15 NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer available at support.dell.com. NOTE: For more information on the screen. CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Set Up Microsoft Windows Your computer is recommended that you download and...
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... before setting up wireless display on your computer: Transmitter Receiver Intel Centrino wireless WLAN card Push2TV adapter for Intel Wireless Display NOTE: If your computer supports the wireless display feature, the Intel Wireless Display icon will be available on your Windows desktop. 16 You must connect a wireless display adapter to your...
... before setting up wireless display on your computer: Transmitter Receiver Intel Centrino wireless WLAN card Push2TV adapter for Intel Wireless Display NOTE: If your computer supports the wireless display feature, the Intel Wireless Display icon will be available on your Windows desktop. 16 You must connect a wireless display adapter to your...
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Connects your cellular service provider. 25 For information on cards supported, see "Specifications" on page 95. 7 IEEE 1394 connector - Connects to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents. Allows you must be within the ...
Connects your cellular service provider. 25 For information on cards supported, see "Specifications" on page 95. 7 IEEE 1394 connector - Connects to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents. Allows you must be within the ...
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Displays the EC firmware version. Main Menu System Time System Date Alienware Service Tag BIOS Version EC Version ME version CPU CPU Frequency CPU L3 Cache Displays the system time. Displays the service tag of your computer. ... processor installed. Displays the BIOS version. Displays the model number of your computer. NOTE: For the updated system setup information, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Displays the processor cache size. 51 Displays the Intel ME firmware version. Displays the type of the processor. CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP System...
Displays the EC firmware version. Main Menu System Time System Date Alienware Service Tag BIOS Version EC Version ME version CPU CPU Frequency CPU L3 Cache Displays the system time. Displays the service tag of your computer. ... processor installed. Displays the BIOS version. Displays the model number of your computer. NOTE: For the updated system setup information, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Displays the processor cache size. 51 Displays the Intel ME firmware version. Displays the type of the processor. CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP System...
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... LAPTOP Main Menu Integrated Graphics Discrete Graphics CPU ID Total Memory Memory Bank 0 Memory Bank 1 Advanced Menu Intel SpeedStep Virtualization Displays the integrated graphics card supported on your computer. Allows you to enable or disable the Intel Virtualization technology. 52 Displays the memory size installed in DIMM 0. Displays the primary discrete...
... LAPTOP Main Menu Integrated Graphics Discrete Graphics CPU ID Total Memory Memory Bank 0 Memory Bank 1 Advanced Menu Intel SpeedStep Virtualization Displays the integrated graphics card supported on your computer. Allows you to enable or disable the Intel Virtualization technology. 52 Displays the memory size installed in DIMM 0. Displays the primary discrete...
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... Powershare connector while in the absence of USB device (floppy, hard drive, or memory key) when this option is always enabled during POST. USB Wake Support NOTE: You cannot boot any type of a USB-aware operating system, handles USB devices. Allows you to disable the USB wake... support feature. Integrated Network Allows you to enable or disable the USB emulation feature. USB PowerShare NOTE: If USB Powershare is enabled, a device connected to the ...
... Powershare connector while in the absence of USB device (floppy, hard drive, or memory key) when this option is always enabled during POST. USB Wake Support NOTE: You cannot boot any type of a USB-aware operating system, handles USB devices. Allows you to disable the USB wake... support feature. Integrated Network Allows you to enable or disable the USB emulation feature. USB PowerShare NOTE: If USB Powershare is enabled, a device connected to the ...
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...: See the Service Manual at dell.com or alienware.com. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following tools: •• Small flat-blade screwdriver •• Phillips screwdriver 60 The procedures in your computer at support.dell.com/manuals for removing and installing...the removal procedure in reverse order. You can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by upgrading equipment. Parts purchased from Dell and Alienware will ship with your computer. •• A component can purchase components for your laptop. Before You Begin This section...
...: See the Service Manual at dell.com or alienware.com. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following tools: •• Small flat-blade screwdriver •• Phillips screwdriver 60 The procedures in your computer at support.dell.com/manuals for removing and installing...the removal procedure in reverse order. You can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by upgrading equipment. Parts purchased from Dell and Alienware will ship with your computer. •• A component can purchase components for your laptop. Before You Begin This section...
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....) are not working . •• Ensure the UPS or power strip is turned on the screen, write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to check: •• Ensure that all connections are secure. •• If any peripherals from your computer, remember the following safety guidelines: •...
....) are not working . •• Ensure the UPS or power strip is turned on the screen, write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to check: •• Ensure that all connections are secure. •• If any peripherals from your computer, remember the following safety guidelines: •...
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... blue screen appears CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to start normally. Follow the instructions on page 113). For assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "Contacting Alienware" on the screen. 81 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Answers to perform an operating system shutdown. If you restart the computer. If the computer passes the...
... blue screen appears CAUTION: You might lose data if you are unable to start normally. Follow the instructions on page 113). For assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "Contacting Alienware" on the screen. 81 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Answers to perform an operating system shutdown. If you restart the computer. If the computer passes the...
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... than your computer. Display Problem If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a program that you attach an external monitor to your computer supports, it is attached to an external monitor, press to switch the video image to resume normal operation. The computer may be in a power saving mode...
... than your computer. Display Problem If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a program that you attach an external monitor to your computer supports, it is attached to an external monitor, press to switch the video image to resume normal operation. The computer may be in a power saving mode...
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... works. If the wall outlet is working , contact an electrician or your power company for further assistance. •• If the problem persists, contact Alienware support (see "Contacting Alienware" on and is working correctly. •• Check that the wall outlet is not working properly by testing another device such as a radio or...
... works. If the wall outlet is working , contact an electrician or your power company for further assistance. •• If the problem persists, contact Alienware support (see "Contacting Alienware" on and is working correctly. •• Check that the wall outlet is not working properly by testing another device such as a radio or...
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... AC adapter cable. 3. Turn on the size of the data to wait until you see the knowledge base article 353560 at support.dell.com. 91 Select Repair Your Computer. 6. When the Alienware logo appears, press several times to the computer (such as USB drive, printer, and so on) and remove any recently added...
... AC adapter cable. 3. Turn on the size of the data to wait until you see the knowledge base article 353560 at support.dell.com. 91 Select Repair Your Computer. 6. When the Alienware logo appears, press several times to the computer (such as USB drive, printer, and so on) and remove any recently added...
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... using a password-protected account. To schedule backups: 1. CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERY Dell DataSafe Online Backup (Optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the screen. 93 Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload or download speeds. For...
... using a password-protected account. To schedule backups: 1. CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERY Dell DataSafe Online Backup (Optional) NOTE: Dell DataSafe Online is supported only on Windows operating systems. NOTE: A broadband connection is an automated backup and recovery service that appear on the screen. 93 Dell DataSafe Online is recommended for fast upload or download speeds. For...
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System Information System chipset SDRAM bus width Processor address bus width Processor data width BIOS EPROM Graphics bus Memory Connectors Capacities Memory type Memory configurations supported CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS Mobile Intel QS67 Express Chipset one or two 64-bit channels of DDR3 memory up to 1333 MHz 32 bits 64 bits 32 Mbit PCIe x16 Gen2 two internally-accessible DDR3 SODIMM sockets 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB up to 1333 MHz, unbuffered non-ECC, dual‑channel DDR3 configuration 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB 97
System Information System chipset SDRAM bus width Processor address bus width Processor data width BIOS EPROM Graphics bus Memory Connectors Capacities Memory type Memory configurations supported CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS Mobile Intel QS67 Express Chipset one or two 64-bit channels of DDR3 memory up to 1333 MHz 32 bits 64 bits 32 Mbit PCIe x16 Gen2 two internally-accessible DDR3 SODIMM sockets 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, and 8 GB up to 1333 MHz, unbuffered non-ECC, dual‑channel DDR3 configuration 2 GB, 3 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB 97
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...) 1 GB 2 GB HDMI 1.4, DisplayPort, and Intel Wireless Display (optional) 99 Communications Network adapter Wireless Video Video controller Integrated Discrete Video memory Integrated Discrete External display support CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN on system board •• one half Mini-Card slot •• one full Mini-Card slot...
...) 1 GB 2 GB HDMI 1.4, DisplayPort, and Intel Wireless Display (optional) 99 Communications Network adapter Wireless Video Video controller Integrated Discrete Video memory Integrated Discrete External display support CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN on system board •• one half Mini-Card slot •• one full Mini-Card slot...
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up to 2 W total power dual array digital microphone in camera assembly program menus and keyboard media function keys SATA one 2.5 inch SATA hard drive standard portable and solid-state hard-drives 100 CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS Audio Controller Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Internal microphone support Volume controls Hard-Drive Storage Interface Number of hard drives Hard drive Type Intel High Definition Audio single 8-ohms speakers in both the left and right speaker assembly up to 1 W per channel;
up to 2 W total power dual array digital microphone in camera assembly program menus and keyboard media function keys SATA one 2.5 inch SATA hard drive standard portable and solid-state hard-drives 100 CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS Audio Controller Speaker Internal speaker amplifier Internal microphone support Volume controls Hard-Drive Storage Interface Number of hard drives Hard drive Type Intel High Definition Audio single 8-ohms speakers in both the left and right speaker assembly up to 1 W per channel;
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H) •• Intel HD Graphics 3000 •• NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M (discrete) 11.6 inch HD TrueLife, WLED 1366 x 768 144 mm (5.67 inches) 256.12 mm (10.08 inches) 293.83 mm (11.57 inches) 101 Cards Supported Media cards Video cards Display Type Maximum resolution Dimensions Height Width Diagonal CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS •• Secure Digital (SD) memory card •• MultiMedia Card (MMC) •• Memory Stick PRO •• MultiMedia Card plus (MMC+) •• Memory Stick •• xD-Picture Card (type - M and type -
H) •• Intel HD Graphics 3000 •• NVIDIA GeForce GT 540M (discrete) 11.6 inch HD TrueLife, WLED 1366 x 768 144 mm (5.67 inches) 256.12 mm (10.08 inches) 293.83 mm (11.57 inches) 101 Cards Supported Media cards Video cards Display Type Maximum resolution Dimensions Height Width Diagonal CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS •• Secure Digital (SD) memory card •• MultiMedia Card (MMC) •• Memory Stick PRO •• MultiMedia Card plus (MMC+) •• Memory Stick •• xD-Picture Card (type - M and type -
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... product, some services may not be available in the United States/Canada, call 1-800-ALIENWARE. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Visit dell.com/contactdell. 2. APPENDIX Contacting Alienware For customers in your area. Select your country or region. 3. Choose the method of...
... product, some services may not be available in the United States/Canada, call 1-800-ALIENWARE. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Visit dell.com/contactdell. 2. APPENDIX Contacting Alienware For customers in your area. Select your country or region. 3. Choose the method of...
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... only) •• euro.dell.com (Europe only) •• dell.com/la (Latin American and Caribbean countries) •• dell.ca (Canada only) You can access Alienware Support through the following websites: •• support.dell.com •• support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) •• support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) •• support.la.dell.com (Argentina, Brazil, Chile...
... only) •• euro.dell.com (Europe only) •• dell.com/la (Latin American and Caribbean countries) •• dell.ca (Canada only) You can access Alienware Support through the following websites: •• support.dell.com •• support.jp.dell.com (Japan only) •• support.euro.dell.com (Europe only) •• support.la.dell.com (Argentina, Brazil, Chile...