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... TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 13 Front View Features 14 Left View Features 15 Right View Features 16 Display Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Status Lights 19 Touch Controls 19 Power Button 20 Function Keys 21 Battery Pack 22 Power Management 23 CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING...Connecting External Displays 26 Connecting Printers 28 Connecting USB Devices 29 Connecting FireWire (IEEE 1394) Devices 29 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP 31 Alienware Command Center 32 Stealth Mode 32 Using Removable Media and Cards 32 Using the Optical Drive 33 Using the Integrated Camera 33 Using ...
... TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 13 Front View Features 14 Left View Features 15 Right View Features 16 Display Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Status Lights 19 Touch Controls 19 Power Button 20 Function Keys 21 Battery Pack 22 Power Management 23 CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING...Connecting External Displays 26 Connecting Printers 28 Connecting USB Devices 29 Connecting FireWire (IEEE 1394) Devices 29 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP 31 Alienware Command Center 32 Stealth Mode 32 Using Removable Media and Cards 32 Using the Optical Drive 33 Using the Integrated Camera 33 Using ...
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...report shipping damage within 5 days of the laptop • Monitor with power cable and video cable (if ordered) • Keyboard (if ordered) • Mouse (if ordered) • Multimedia speakers and sub-woofer (if ordered) • Joystick ...The power and other object. • Nothing obstructs airflow in finding answers and solutions. Before setting up your Alienware® laptop is referenced in any other cable connectors are present. If your laptop is placed in a ... were shipped to inspect all safety and setup instructions before connecting your Alienware® M15x!
...report shipping damage within 5 days of the laptop • Monitor with power cable and video cable (if ordered) • Keyboard (if ordered) • Mouse (if ordered) • Multimedia speakers and sub-woofer (if ordered) • Joystick ...The power and other object. • Nothing obstructs airflow in finding answers and solutions. Before setting up your Alienware® laptop is referenced in any other cable connectors are present. If your laptop is placed in a ... were shipped to inspect all safety and setup instructions before connecting your Alienware® M15x!
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Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 7 IEEE 1394 A connector - Connects to video devices, such as digital video cameras. 8 8-in-1 Media Card Reader - Connects to a network ...
Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 7 IEEE 1394 A connector - Connects to video devices, such as digital video cameras. 8 8-in-1 Media Card Reader - Connects to a network ...
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...device, the device will stop charging. The USB Powershare feature allows you turn on the computer to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is designed only for additional memory... connector - Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 16 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP If you to speakers, headphones, and microphone. Provides support...
...device, the device will stop charging. The USB Powershare feature allows you turn on the computer to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is designed only for additional memory... connector - Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 16 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP If you to speakers, headphones, and microphone. Provides support...
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..., and left - Turns the computer on page 20. 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP For more information, see "Power Button" on or off . 2 Keyboard - The backlit keyboard provides visibility in dark environments by tapping the surface. 4 Touch pad buttons (2) - Provide left -click by illuminating all symbols on or off when pressed... page 19. 6 Power button - Touching the touch controls perform the associated action. For more information, see "Touch Controls" on a mouse. 5 Touch controls (9) - Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 4 1 Status lights (3) -
..., and left - Turns the computer on page 20. 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP For more information, see "Power Button" on or off . 2 Keyboard - The backlit keyboard provides visibility in dark environments by tapping the surface. 4 Touch pad buttons (2) - Provide left -click by illuminating all symbols on or off when pressed... page 19. 6 Power button - Touching the touch controls perform the associated action. For more information, see "Touch Controls" on a mouse. 5 Touch controls (9) - Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 4 1 Status lights (3) -
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...volume Caps Lock Light Turns on page 18. Status Lights Touch Controls The three status lights are located at the top of the keyboard. To activate, gently touch the desired control. Switch wireless communications on/off (for more information, see "Using the Wireless Control"... Control - Switch computer to confirm your selection. Play or Pause Alienware Command Center (for more information, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on when the keyboard is in uppercase. For the exact location, see "Alienware Command Center" on . Scroll Lock Light Turns on when the ...
...volume Caps Lock Light Turns on page 18. Status Lights Touch Controls The three status lights are located at the top of the keyboard. To activate, gently touch the desired control. Switch wireless communications on/off (for more information, see "Using the Wireless Control"... Control - Switch computer to confirm your selection. Play or Pause Alienware Command Center (for more information, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on when the keyboard is in uppercase. For the exact location, see "Alienware Command Center" on . Scroll Lock Light Turns on when the ...
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For the exact location, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on and the battery is in standby mode. On AC adapter: Blue or custom AC-color Blue or custom AC-color fading into white ...
For the exact location, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on and the battery is in standby mode. On AC adapter: Blue or custom AC-color Blue or custom AC-color fading into white ...
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... the touch pad function and the illumination around the touch pad. F12 -Touch Pad on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the keyboard, and is located near the bottom-left corner of the function keys may have no associated tasks.
... the touch pad function and the illumination around the touch pad. F12 -Touch Pad on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the keyboard, and is located near the bottom-left corner of the function keys may have no associated tasks.
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... A connector on the software CD that shipped with USB PowerShare feature can connect to eSATA compatible devices and USB devices. This driver is on your keyboard or mouse uses a USB connection, connect its USB connector into For more information, see the documentation that is located on the laptop. The USB PowerShare...
... A connector on the software CD that shipped with USB PowerShare feature can connect to eSATA compatible devices and USB devices. This driver is on your keyboard or mouse uses a USB connection, connect its USB connector into For more information, see the documentation that is located on the laptop. The USB PowerShare...
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... access to Alienware's exclusive software and is deactivated. As Alienware releases new programs, they download directly into the ExpressCard or media card slot, ensure that the blank cards that the correct side is designed to build a library of the control, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on...MMC/MS cards) is inserted in the unused slot(s). Inserting a blank card upside down may damage your computer. You can access Alienware Command Center by an arrow mark on page 18. The control will illuminate temporarily to confirm your laptop is inserted into the Command ...
... access to Alienware's exclusive software and is deactivated. As Alienware releases new programs, they download directly into the ExpressCard or media card slot, ensure that the blank cards that the correct side is designed to build a library of the control, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on...MMC/MS cards) is inserted in the unused slot(s). Inserting a blank card upside down may damage your computer. You can access Alienware Command Center by an arrow mark on page 18. The control will illuminate temporarily to confirm your laptop is inserted into the Command ...
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... may also enter the BIOS Setup Utility by pressing when prompted. Turn on the keyboard is recommended that you add, change, or remove any hardware in your laptop. • Set or change the settings in even intervals until you may ... you write down the current System Setup information for future reference. Before you use System Setup, it is held down your laptop. To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release in System Setup unless you are an expert computer user. System Setup Screens The BIOS Setup Utility window displays current or...
... may also enter the BIOS Setup Utility by pressing when prompted. Turn on the keyboard is recommended that you add, change, or remove any hardware in your laptop. • Set or change the settings in even intervals until you may ... you write down the current System Setup information for future reference. Before you use System Setup, it is held down your laptop. To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release in System Setup unless you are an expert computer user. System Setup Screens The BIOS Setup Utility window displays current or...
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... assessment, answer any questions that all connections are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to run the remaining memory tests? If you performed the installation or removal procedures properly. • If an error message appears on...following message appears "Do you want to aid in diagnosing and resolving your issue. • If an error occurs in a specific program, see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on (if applicable). • If your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc.
... assessment, answer any questions that all connections are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to run the remaining memory tests? If you performed the installation or removal procedures properly. • If an error message appears on...following message appears "Do you want to aid in diagnosing and resolving your issue. • If an error occurs in a specific program, see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on (if applicable). • If your system board, keyboard, display, memory, hard drive, etc.
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... an older program with this version of the boot process. Follow the instructions on page 73). For assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the screen. 54 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING The computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears WARNING: You ...responding. 3. A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly End the program: 1. Windows Vista® 1. Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. Click the ...
... an older program with this version of the boot process. Follow the instructions on page 73). For assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the screen. 54 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING The computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears WARNING: You ...responding. 3. A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly End the program: 1. Windows Vista® 1. Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. Click the ...
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...• The multiple browsers, downloads, or programs open the browser. • If the problem persists, your ISP may be experiencing technical difficulties. Keyboards damaged due to spills are connected to the Internet. • Check if the web address typed in the address bar is stuck. Try a ... that there is nothing resting on any of any keys that no key on the computer. Keyboard The keyboard is spilled on the keyboard, turn on the keyboard is correct and valid. If the keyboard does not work, it needs to be affected by using the appropriate cleaning materials and turn...
...• The multiple browsers, downloads, or programs open the browser. • If the problem persists, your ISP may be experiencing technical difficulties. Keyboards damaged due to spills are connected to the Internet. • Check if the web address typed in the address bar is stuck. Try a ... that there is nothing resting on any of any keys that no key on the computer. Keyboard The keyboard is spilled on the keyboard, turn on the keyboard is correct and valid. If the keyboard does not work, it needs to be affected by using the appropriate cleaning materials and turn...
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... operation. The computer may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using the AC adapter, and then turn on the keyboard or press the power button to the display. CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 57 Display If the display is blank NOTE: If you attach an...a battery to your computer is on page 73). Switch the video image: If your computer. Reseat the memory modules if applicable (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on . Memory Memory errors detected on page 45). • Computers using a dual-channel memory configuration require that memory modules be installed in a...
... operation. The computer may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet using the AC adapter, and then turn on the keyboard or press the power button to the display. CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 57 Display If the display is blank NOTE: If you attach an...a battery to your computer is on page 73). Switch the video image: If your computer. Reseat the memory modules if applicable (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on . Memory Memory errors detected on page 45). • Computers using a dual-channel memory configuration require that memory modules be installed in a...
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... 6. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Disconnect all the data in when you purchased your computer, without erasing the existing personal files and data To schedule backups: 4. NOTE: Do not disconnect the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and the... on your computer. 4. NOTE: The restoration process might take an hour or more information on Dell DataSafe Local Backup, see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the Alienware logo appears, press several times to the computer (such as USB drive, printer, etc.) and...
... 6. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. Disconnect all the data in when you purchased your computer, without erasing the existing personal files and data To schedule backups: 4. NOTE: Do not disconnect the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and the... on your computer. 4. NOTE: The restoration process might take an hour or more information on Dell DataSafe Local Backup, see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop; When the Alienware logo appears, press several times to the computer (such as USB drive, printer, etc.) and...
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and Canada; Europe; H) • Hi Density-SD (SDHD) Discs/Cards Supported Video cards Display Type (WLED) Keyboard (Backlit) Layouts Camera Pixel MXM 3.0 Type B compliant cards with individual power budget of 35W and 65W • 15.6 inch HD+ (1600 x 900) • 15.6 inch ...
and Canada; Europe; H) • Hi Density-SD (SDHD) Discs/Cards Supported Video cards Display Type (WLED) Keyboard (Backlit) Layouts Camera Pixel MXM 3.0 Type B compliant cards with individual power budget of 35W and 65W • 15.6 inch HD+ (1600 x 900) • 15.6 inch ...
Comprehensive Specifications
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... pitch Controls Keyboard (Backlit) Layouts Backlight color Touch pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Width Height • 15.6 inch HD+ (1600 x 900) • 15.6 inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 60 Hz 0° (closed) to 140° 0.2550 mm brightness can be changed by invoking the AlienFX® application in the Alienware Command Center... mm (12.99 inches) Weight 0.5 kg (1.1 lb) Voltage 12.6 VDC Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts U.S. and Canada; Europe;
... pitch Controls Keyboard (Backlit) Layouts Backlight color Touch pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Width Height • 15.6 inch HD+ (1600 x 900) • 15.6 inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 60 Hz 0° (closed) to 140° 0.2550 mm brightness can be changed by invoking the AlienFX® application in the Alienware Command Center... mm (12.99 inches) Weight 0.5 kg (1.1 lb) Voltage 12.6 VDC Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be controlled through keyboard shortcuts U.S. and Canada; Europe;
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... Coin-Cell Battery 27 CHAPTER 7: CENTER CONTROL COVER 28 Removing the Center Control Cover 30 Replacing the Center Control Cover 31 CHAPTER 8: KEYBOARD 32 Removing the Keyboard 34 Replacing the Keyboard 35 CHAPTER 9: PALM REST 36 Removing the Palm Rest 38 Replacing the Palm Rest 39 CHAPTER 10: AIR VENTS 40 Removing the...
... Coin-Cell Battery 27 CHAPTER 7: CENTER CONTROL COVER 28 Removing the Center Control Cover 30 Replacing the Center Control Cover 31 CHAPTER 8: KEYBOARD 32 Removing the Keyboard 34 Replacing the Keyboard 35 CHAPTER 9: PALM REST 36 Removing the Palm Rest 38 Replacing the Palm Rest 39 CHAPTER 10: AIR VENTS 40 Removing the...
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... safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 11) before working inside the computer. CHAPTER 8: KEYBOARD 033 /033 CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. WARNING...system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Keyboard 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 ...
... safety best practices information, see "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 11) before working inside the computer. CHAPTER 8: KEYBOARD 033 /033 CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by your warranty. WARNING...system board, remove the main battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Keyboard 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 ...