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... the Network Cable (Optional 10 Set Up Microsoft Windows 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 CHAPTER 2: GETTING 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 ... 25 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...
... the Network Cable (Optional 10 Set Up Microsoft Windows 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 CHAPTER 2: GETTING 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 ... 25 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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...other external storage drives can be needed to customer service immediately upon receiving your laptop or components, be honored. If your damage report will not be exposed to you explore your Alienware® M15x! Begin by carefully opening the box and removing all components that all items... ordered are not jammed between the laptop and a wall - You must report shipping damage within 5 days of , behind, or below the laptop. • The laptop has enough room ...
...other external storage drives can be needed to customer service immediately upon receiving your laptop or components, be honored. If your damage report will not be exposed to you explore your Alienware® M15x! Begin by carefully opening the box and removing all components that all items... ordered are not jammed between the laptop and a wall - You must report shipping damage within 5 days of , behind, or below the laptop. • The laptop has enough room ...
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CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 9 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the laptop for maximum gaming performance. NOTE: The 150 W AC adapter must be connected to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Connect the AC Adapter Press the Power Button WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 9 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to the laptop for maximum gaming performance. NOTE: The 150 W AC adapter must be connected to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. Connect the AC Adapter Press the Power Button WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.
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... cable/satellite modem connection, contact your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions on page 11. Connect the Network Cable (Optional) 10 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Set Up Microsoft Windows CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may render your computer. To complete setting up your Internet...
... cable/satellite modem connection, contact your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions on page 11. Connect the Network Cable (Optional) 10 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Set Up Microsoft Windows CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may render your computer. To complete setting up your Internet...
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... to your wireless router. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP to complete the setup. CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 11 To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is enabled on the screen to complete the setup. Follow the instructions on...
... to your wireless router. Setting Up Your Internet Connection ISPs and ISP offerings vary by your ISP to complete the setup. CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 11 To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is enabled on the screen to complete the setup. Follow the instructions on...
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Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to complete the setup. 12 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Click Network and Internet→ Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a connection or Network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. Windows® 7 1. The Connect to the Internet. Click Start → Control Panel. 2.
Follow the instructions on the screen and use the setup information provided by your ISP. NOTE: If you do not know which type of connection to select, click Help me choose or contact your ISP to complete the setup. 12 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Click Network and Internet→ Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a connection or Network→ Connect to the Internet window appears. Windows® 7 1. The Connect to the Internet. Click Start → Control Panel. 2.
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CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP This chapter provides information about your new laptop to familiarize you with its various features, and get you up and running quickly. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 13
CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP This chapter provides information about your new laptop to familiarize you with its various features, and get you up and running quickly. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 13
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Combines with the right speaker to provide high quality stereo sound. 2 Infrared port - Combines with the left speaker to devices using infrared. 3 Right speaker - Connects to provide high quality stereo sound. 3 14 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Front View Features 1 2 1 Left speaker -
Combines with the right speaker to provide high quality stereo sound. 2 Infrared port - Combines with the left speaker to devices using infrared. 3 Right speaker - Connects to provide high quality stereo sound. 3 14 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Front View Features 1 2 1 Left speaker -
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... digital video cameras. 8 8-in-1 Media Card Reader - NOTE: Before you buy a lock, ensure that it works with DisplayPort. 6 USB connector - CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 15 Left View Features 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 1 Security cable slot -
... digital video cameras. 8 8-in-1 Media Card Reader - NOTE: Before you buy a lock, ensure that it works with DisplayPort. 6 USB connector - CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 15 Left View Features 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 1 Security cable slot -
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... 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. To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. NOTE: The ExpressCard slot is facing upward...
... 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. To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. NOTE: The ExpressCard slot is facing upward...
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Combines with the left digital array microphone to provide high quality sound for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 4 Right digital array microphone - Built-in camera for video chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity indicator - Combines with the right digital array microphone to provide high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 17 Display Features 12 34 1 Left digital array microphone - Indicates if the camera is on or off. 3 Camera -
Combines with the left digital array microphone to provide high quality sound for video capture, conferencing, and chat. 4 Right digital array microphone - Built-in camera for video chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity indicator - Combines with the right digital array microphone to provide high quality sound for video chatting and voice recording. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 17 Display Features 12 34 1 Left digital array microphone - Indicates if the camera is on or off. 3 Camera -
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... on page 19. 6 Power button - Touching the touch controls perform the associated action. Turns the computer on page 20. 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP and right-click functions like those on or off when pressed. Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the cursor, 5 drag or move selected items...
... on page 19. 6 Power button - Touching the touch controls perform the associated action. Turns the computer on page 20. 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP and right-click functions like those on or off when pressed. Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the cursor, 5 drag or move selected items...
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...touch the desired control. For the exact location, see "Using the Wireless Control" on page 33) Turns on page 18. Play or Pause Alienware Command Center (for more information, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on when the keyboard is in Num Lock mode. For the exact location..., see "Alienware Command Center" on page 32) CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 19 The control will illuminate temporarily to low power state (for more information, see "Stealth Mode" on page 32...
...touch the desired control. For the exact location, see "Using the Wireless Control" on page 33) Turns on page 18. Play or Pause Alienware Command Center (for more information, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on when the keyboard is in Num Lock mode. For the exact location..., see "Alienware Command Center" on page 32) CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 19 The control will illuminate temporarily to low power state (for more information, see "Stealth Mode" on page 32...
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... button to program this button, see the Power Options in the Control Panel of your Microsoft Windows operating system. 20 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP
... button to program this button, see the Power Options in the Control Panel of your Microsoft Windows operating system. 20 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP
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...the AlienFX illumination. AlienFX® on /off Press to launch or close the Microsoft Mobility Center application. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 21 When the touch pad function is used together with the key described below: FI - F4 - F6 - Hold down the key ...Desktop Press to toggle between the various external display options available either simultaneously or separately. F2 - Mute on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the display. Decrease Display Brightness Press to increase the brightness of the function keys may have no associated ...
...the AlienFX illumination. AlienFX® on /off Press to launch or close the Microsoft Mobility Center application. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 21 When the touch pad function is used together with the key described below: FI - F4 - F6 - Hold down the key ...Desktop Press to toggle between the various external display options available either simultaneously or separately. F2 - Mute on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the display. Decrease Display Brightness Press to increase the brightness of the function keys may have no associated ...
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... outlet. The temperature should be fully charged. The more the temperature deviates from this range during recharging and discharging. Battery Pack Your laptop is equipped with time and usage. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this normal? Then connect the AC adapter to ...this battery will generate heat during recharging, the less chance there is not as long as possible. Q: My battery operation time is for the laptop to cool down (especially the battery). Why? The power button light indicates the power and battery status. A: The battery will decrease with a...
... outlet. The temperature should be fully charged. The more the temperature deviates from this range during recharging and discharging. Battery Pack Your laptop is equipped with time and usage. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this normal? Then connect the AC adapter to ...this battery will generate heat during recharging, the less chance there is not as long as possible. Q: My battery operation time is for the laptop to cool down (especially the battery). Why? The power button light indicates the power and battery status. A: The battery will decrease with a...
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...Management Understanding Power Consumption In order to spend some time acquiring a basic understanding of system performance on your computer. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 23 A: The batteries will become too low. Q: I did not use my spare battery for Li-ion) when they are not being recharged.... Why? Always keep the battery inside the laptop and have the AC adapter connected whenever possible. Q: I did not use my spare battery for months. You can use . The Microsoft®...
...Management Understanding Power Consumption In order to spend some time acquiring a basic understanding of system performance on your computer. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 23 A: The batteries will become too low. Q: I did not use my spare battery for Li-ion) when they are not being recharged.... Why? Always keep the battery inside the laptop and have the AC adapter connected whenever possible. Q: I did not use my spare battery for months. You can use . The Microsoft®...
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...Power Consumption Although your computer configuration and the operating system. Switching into and out of Stealth mode may require a reboot depending on your laptop (together with the operating system) is capable of power conservation, there are measures you can take to reduce the power consumption: &#... The battery pack should be locked in the battery compartment all the time. 24 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Customizing Your Power Settings: Windows Vista® 1. To customize specific settings, click Change plan settings next to activate additional system power savings.
...Power Consumption Although your computer configuration and the operating system. Switching into and out of Stealth mode may require a reboot depending on your laptop (together with the operating system) is capable of power conservation, there are measures you can take to reduce the power consumption: &#... The battery pack should be locked in the battery compartment all the time. 24 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Customizing Your Power Settings: Windows Vista® 1. To customize specific settings, click Change plan settings next to activate additional system power savings.
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CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES This chapter provides information about connecting optional devices to your laptop to enhance your audio, visual, and digital experience. CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES 25
CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES This chapter provides information about connecting optional devices to your laptop to enhance your audio, visual, and digital experience. CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES 25
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... the display using a DisplayPort-to-DVI adapter, first connect this adapter to the DisplayPort connector on your Alienware laptop and then connect a DVI cable to the DVI connector on your Alienware laptop. 4. Connect the other end of the DVI cable to the DVI connector on a bigger scale visually,... or extend your desktop area, you can be purchased through Alienware, Dell, or other end of my desktop on each display (extended)...
... the display using a DisplayPort-to-DVI adapter, first connect this adapter to the DisplayPort connector on your Alienware laptop and then connect a DVI cable to the DVI connector on your Alienware laptop. 4. Connect the other end of the DVI cable to the DVI connector on a bigger scale visually,... or extend your desktop area, you can be purchased through Alienware, Dell, or other end of my desktop on each display (extended)...
