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CONTENTS CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 35 Alienware Command Center 36 Using Removable Media and Cards 39 Using the Wireless Control 40 Battery Pack 40 Power Management 41 Configuring the BIOS 43 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 55 Before You Begin 56 Replacing the Battery Pack 60 Upgrading or Replacing Memory 63 Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive Assembly 65 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING 69 Basic Hints and Tips 70 Backup and General Maintenance 71 Software Diagnostic Tools 73 Answers to Common Problems 76 4
CONTENTS CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 35 Alienware Command Center 36 Using Removable Media and Cards 39 Using the Wireless Control 40 Battery Pack 40 Power Management 41 Configuring the BIOS 43 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 55 Before You Begin 56 Replacing the Battery Pack 60 Upgrading or Replacing Memory 63 Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive Assembly 65 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING 69 Basic Hints and Tips 70 Backup and General Maintenance 71 Software Diagnostic Tools 73 Answers to Common Problems 76 4
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... work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from the Media Card slot. 5. Turn off your computer (for more information, see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 57). Press and eject any installed cards from being scratched. 2. Disconnect your computer and then unplug the cable from their electrical outlets...
... work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from the Media Card slot. 5. Turn off your computer (for more information, see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 57). Press and eject any installed cards from being scratched. 2. Disconnect your computer and then unplug the cable from their electrical outlets...
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Ensure that the laptop is properly shut down the laptop. 3. To remove the battery pack: 1. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Replacing the Battery Pack This battery pack can easily be removed and replaced. Do not use only the battery designed for other Alienware or Dell laptops. Loosen the eight captive screws and remove the compartment door. 60 Turn the laptop...
Ensure that the laptop is properly shut down the laptop. 3. To remove the battery pack: 1. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Replacing the Battery Pack This battery pack can easily be removed and replaced. Do not use only the battery designed for other Alienware or Dell laptops. Loosen the eight captive screws and remove the compartment door. 60 Turn the laptop...
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CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 2 1 1 captive screws (8) 2 compartment door 5. Lift and slide the battery pack out of the computer. 61 Disconnect the battery pack cable from the connector on the system board. 7. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the battery pack to the computer base. 6.
CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 2 1 1 captive screws (8) 2 compartment door 5. Lift and slide the battery pack out of the computer. 61 Disconnect the battery pack cable from the connector on the system board. 7. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the battery pack to the computer base. 6.
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CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 3 1 2 1 battery pack 2 captive screws (2) 3 battery pack cable To replace the battery pack, perform the removal steps in reverse order. 62
CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 3 1 2 1 battery pack 2 captive screws (2) 3 battery pack cable To replace the battery pack, perform the removal steps in reverse order. 62
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... 2 GB 4 GB Total Memory 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing Memory Your laptop is equipped with a configurable memory unit. locks until the module pops up. 4. Remove the battery (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 56. 2. The table below illustrates all the possible ways system memory...
... 2 GB 4 GB Total Memory 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing Memory Your laptop is equipped with a configurable memory unit. locks until the module pops up. 4. Remove the battery (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 56. 2. The table below illustrates all the possible ways system memory...
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Removing the Hard Drive 1. NOTE: If the memory module is equipped with one hard drive socket. Remove the battery (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on the hard drive assembly. 4. Follow the instructions in the upper connector. Using the black pull-tab, slide and lift the hard... you install a memory module in "Before You Begin" on page 56. 2. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS NOTE: If you need to disconnect it from the system board connector. 65 Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive Assembly Your laptop is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. Loosen the...
Removing the Hard Drive 1. NOTE: If the memory module is equipped with one hard drive socket. Remove the battery (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on the hard drive assembly. 4. Follow the instructions in the upper connector. Using the black pull-tab, slide and lift the hard... you install a memory module in "Before You Begin" on page 56. 2. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS NOTE: If you need to disconnect it from the system board connector. 65 Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive Assembly Your laptop is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. Loosen the...
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Mechanical Shock is not covered by Alienware. 98 When You Should Contact Alienware • The battery, power cable or connector is nothing to worry about. Replacement Components or Accessories It is only advised to use replacement parts or accessories recommended by the warranty. • Electrical Shock: If you have to remove peripheral cards for any reason...
Mechanical Shock is not covered by Alienware. 98 When You Should Contact Alienware • The battery, power cable or connector is nothing to worry about. Replacement Components or Accessories It is only advised to use replacement parts or accessories recommended by the warranty. • Electrical Shock: If you have to remove peripheral cards for any reason...
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CONTENTS CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 35 Alienware Command Center 36 Using Removable Media and Cards 39 Using the Wireless Control 40 Battery Pack 40 Power Management 41 Configuring the BIOS 43 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 55 Before You Begin 56 Replacing the Battery Pack 60 Upgrading or Replacing Memory 63 Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive Assembly 65 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING 69 Basic Hints and Tips 70 Backup and General Maintenance 71 Software Diagnostic Tools 73 Answers to Common Problems 76 4
CONTENTS CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 35 Alienware Command Center 36 Using Removable Media and Cards 39 Using the Wireless Control 40 Battery Pack 40 Power Management 41 Configuring the BIOS 43 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 55 Before You Begin 56 Replacing the Battery Pack 60 Upgrading or Replacing Memory 63 Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive Assembly 65 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING 69 Basic Hints and Tips 70 Backup and General Maintenance 71 Software Diagnostic Tools 73 Answers to Common Problems 76 4
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...cover from their electrical outlets. Disconnect your computer (for more information, see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 57). Turn off your computer and all telephone or network cables from the battery bay (for more information, see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 60).... 7. Remove the battery from the laptop. 4. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following...
...cover from their electrical outlets. Disconnect your computer (for more information, see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 57). Turn off your computer and all telephone or network cables from the battery bay (for more information, see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 60).... 7. Remove the battery from the laptop. 4. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following...
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...battery designed for other Alienware or Dell laptops. Follow the instruction in "Before You Begin" on page 56. 2. Shut down before changing the battery pack. To remove the battery pack: 1. Loosen the eight captive screws and remove the compartment door. 60 CAUTION: To avoid damage to the laptop, use batteries... designed for this particular Alienware laptop. Turn the laptop over. 4. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Replacing the Battery Pack This battery pack can easily be removed and replaced. Ensure that the laptop is ...
...battery designed for other Alienware or Dell laptops. Follow the instruction in "Before You Begin" on page 56. 2. Shut down before changing the battery pack. To remove the battery pack: 1. Loosen the eight captive screws and remove the compartment door. 60 CAUTION: To avoid damage to the laptop, use batteries... designed for this particular Alienware laptop. Turn the laptop over. 4. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Replacing the Battery Pack This battery pack can easily be removed and replaced. Ensure that the laptop is ...
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Lift and slide the battery pack out of the computer. 61 Loosen the two captive screws that secure the battery pack to the computer base. 6. Disconnect the battery pack cable from the connector on the system board. 7. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 2 1 1 captive screws (8) 2 compartment door 5.
Lift and slide the battery pack out of the computer. 61 Loosen the two captive screws that secure the battery pack to the computer base. 6. Disconnect the battery pack cable from the connector on the system board. 7. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 2 1 1 captive screws (8) 2 compartment door 5.
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CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 3 1 2 1 battery pack 2 captive screws (2) 3 battery pack cable To replace the battery pack, perform the removal steps in reverse order. 62
CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 3 1 2 1 battery pack 2 captive screws (2) 3 battery pack cable To replace the battery pack, perform the removal steps in reverse order. 62
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... module pops up. 4. Memory connector #1 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB Memory connector #2 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB Total Memory 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. Remove the battery (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 56. 2. Remove the memory module. 63 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 60). 3. Use your fingertips to carefully...
... module pops up. 4. Memory connector #1 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB Memory connector #2 1 GB 2 GB 4 GB Total Memory 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. Remove the battery (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 56. 2. Remove the memory module. 63 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 60). 3. Use your fingertips to carefully...
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... a memory module in "Before You Begin" on page 56. 2. Loosen the two captive screws on page 60). 3. Remove the battery (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on the hard drive assembly. 4. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS NOTE: If you need to disconnect it from the system board connector. 65 NOTE: If the memory module is...
... a memory module in "Before You Begin" on page 56. 2. Loosen the two captive screws on page 60). 3. Remove the battery (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on the hard drive assembly. 4. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS NOTE: If you need to disconnect it from the system board connector. 65 NOTE: If the memory module is...
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Your computer protects itself against most irregularities in the power source. Replacement Components or Accessories It is only advised to use replacement parts or accessories recommended by the warranty. • Electrical Shock: If you have to remove peripheral cards for any reason, place them on the portion ... into it. • Your computer was dropped or the case was damaged. • Normal operation of the card that was removed. When You Should Contact Alienware • The battery, power cable or connector is not covered by...
Your computer protects itself against most irregularities in the power source. Replacement Components or Accessories It is only advised to use replacement parts or accessories recommended by the warranty. • Electrical Shock: If you have to remove peripheral cards for any reason, place them on the portion ... into it. • Your computer was dropped or the case was damaged. • Normal operation of the card that was removed. When You Should Contact Alienware • The battery, power cable or connector is not covered by...
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.... 5. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer base. 3. Connect the battery pack cable to Contents Page Battery Pack Alienware® M11x Service Manual Removing the Battery Pack Replacing the Battery Pack 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...
.... 5. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer base. 3. Connect the battery pack cable to Contents Page Battery Pack Alienware® M11x Service Manual Removing the Battery Pack Replacing the Battery Pack 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...
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... the Base Cover 1. Tighten the eight screws that secure the base cover to Contents Page Base Cover Alienware® M11x Service Manual Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer). Turn the computer over. 3. Damage due to... Back to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. Do not use only the battery designed for other Dell computers. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer, use batteries designed for this particular Dell computer. 1. For additional safety best practices information...
... the Base Cover 1. Tighten the eight screws that secure the base cover to Contents Page Base Cover Alienware® M11x Service Manual Removing the Base Cover Replacing the Base Cover WARNING: Before working inside your computer). Turn the computer over. 3. Damage due to... Back to the computer, use only the battery designed for this particular Dell computer. Do not use only the battery designed for other Dell computers. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer, use batteries designed for this particular Dell computer. 1. For additional safety best practices information...
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...ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by Dell™ is already installed. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the palm rest assembly (see ...Bluetooth card to the system board. 8. Remove the battery pack (see Removing the Battery Pack). 4. Back to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Alienware® M11x Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Card Replacing the Bluetooth Card WARNING: Before working inside your ...
...ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by Dell™ is already installed. CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Remove the palm rest assembly (see ...Bluetooth card to the system board. 8. Remove the battery pack (see Removing the Battery Pack). 4. Back to Contents Page Internal Card With Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Alienware® M11x Service Manual Removing the Bluetooth Card Replacing the Bluetooth Card WARNING: Before working inside your ...
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... hinge cover (see Removing the Palm Rest Assembly). 7. Connect the coin-cell battery cable to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is glued to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Alienware® M11x Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped...
... hinge cover (see Removing the Palm Rest Assembly). 7. Connect the coin-cell battery cable to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is glued to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Alienware® M11x Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped...