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... information or general use as you in finding answers and solutions. You may have occurred during shipment. Before setting up your Alienware® M15x! Report any physical damage that may see the included invoice to the laptop. The media included with your laptop is referenced ...in any other object. • Nothing obstructs airflow in a cabinet, ensure that adequate ventilation is provided. As always, our technical support staff is ...
... information or general use as you in finding answers and solutions. You may have occurred during shipment. Before setting up your Alienware® M15x! Report any physical damage that may see the included invoice to the laptop. The media included with your laptop is referenced ...in any other object. • Nothing obstructs airflow in a cabinet, ensure that adequate ventilation is provided. As always, our technical support staff is ...
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...3 Optical drive - Ensure that the side with USB PowerShare - To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. Provides support for ExpressCards. For more information, see "Connecting External Speakers" on page 33. 4 USB/eSATA combo connector with print or writing is...not charge when the computer is designed only for additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia, and security features. The slot does NOT support PC Cards. 2 Audio connectors (3) - The USB Powershare feature allows you turn on the computer to USB devices, such as a ...
...3 Optical drive - Ensure that the side with USB PowerShare - To continue charging, disconnect the USB device and connect it again. Provides support for ExpressCards. For more information, see "Connecting External Speakers" on page 33. 4 USB/eSATA combo connector with print or writing is...not charge when the computer is designed only for additional memory, wired and wireless communications, multimedia, and security features. The slot does NOT support PC Cards. 2 Audio connectors (3) - The USB Powershare feature allows you turn on the computer to USB devices, such as a ...
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... battery). Follow the procedure below to recharge battery: • Ensure the battery pack is for the laptop to be . Recharging the Battery Pack Your laptop supports both on , there is no charge remaining in the laptop. • Connect the AC adapter to the laptop and to recharge. When the laptop is...
... battery). Follow the procedure below to recharge battery: • Ensure the battery pack is for the laptop to be . Recharging the Battery Pack Your laptop supports both on , there is no charge remaining in the laptop. • Connect the AC adapter to the laptop and to recharge. When the laptop is...
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... should have this type of connector CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES 27 The audio out connectors deliver quality sound and support 5.1 surround audio. Connects to one or two pairs of audio connectors: Your Alienware laptop has two integrated audio out connectors and one audio in connector. Your headphone jack should have this type.... Also functions as an output connector in /Microphone connector - You can connect the audio input connector from a home stereo or speaker system for a heightened gaming and media experience. 1 2 1 2 1 Audio out/Headphone connectors (2) -
... should have this type of connector CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES 27 The audio out connectors deliver quality sound and support 5.1 surround audio. Connects to one or two pairs of audio connectors: Your Alienware laptop has two integrated audio out connectors and one audio in connector. Your headphone jack should have this type.... Also functions as an output connector in /Microphone connector - You can connect the audio input connector from a home stereo or speaker system for a heightened gaming and media experience. 1 2 1 2 1 Audio out/Headphone connectors (2) -
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..., or wall outlet. 3. For more information, see the documentation that is included with your laptop. 2. Connecting Printers Connecting a Plug and Play Printer If your printer supports plug and play, Microsoft Windows will automatically detect the printer and install the appropriate driver. In some cases, Windows may require a driver for the printer...
..., or wall outlet. 3. For more information, see the documentation that is included with your laptop. 2. Connecting Printers Connecting a Plug and Play Printer If your printer supports plug and play, Microsoft Windows will automatically detect the printer and install the appropriate driver. In some cases, Windows may require a driver for the printer...
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...Advanced Menu Summary Screen Intel® Virtualization Technology Intel Speed Step Wired Network Allows you to enable or disable the on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. Disabling this section may not appear, or may improve performance, but will greatly reduce battery life. Displays the... to enable or disable the virtualization technology. Displays the memory size installed in memory bank 1. Main Menu System Time System Date Alienware Service Tag BIOS Version EC Version CPU CPU Speed CPU Cache CPU ID Displays the system time. Displays the type of processor....
...Advanced Menu Summary Screen Intel® Virtualization Technology Intel Speed Step Wired Network Allows you to enable or disable the on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. Disabling this section may not appear, or may improve performance, but will greatly reduce battery life. Displays the... to enable or disable the virtualization technology. Displays the memory size installed in memory bank 1. Main Menu System Time System Date Alienware Service Tag BIOS Version EC Version CPU CPU Speed CPU Cache CPU ID Displays the system time. Displays the type of processor....
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...by the BIOS. • Deactivate: the Computrace® module interface is turned off. Power Menu A/C Adapter Rating A/C Adapter Warnings USB Wake Support USB Power Share Displays the AC adapter rating. Allows you to set the fourth boot device. 38 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP By activating ...to your configuration. Allows you to activate or disable the BIOS module interface of information from standby or to disable the USB wake support feature. Security Menu Computrace® Allows you to set the third boot device. Allows you attempt to provide the tracking service. The...
...by the BIOS. • Deactivate: the Computrace® module interface is turned off. Power Menu A/C Adapter Rating A/C Adapter Warnings USB Wake Support USB Power Share Displays the AC adapter rating. Allows you to set the fourth boot device. 38 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP By activating ...to your configuration. Allows you to activate or disable the BIOS module interface of information from standby or to disable the USB wake support feature. Security Menu Computrace® Allows you to set the third boot device. Allows you attempt to provide the tracking service. The...
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... chapter provides guidelines and instructions for installation instructions of all serviceable components. NOTE: See the Service Manual at www.dell.com or www.alienware.com. You can purchase components for your computer at the Dell™ Support website, support.dell.com/manuals for increasing the processing power and storage space, by upgrading equipment. Parts purchased from...
... chapter provides guidelines and instructions for installation instructions of all serviceable components. NOTE: See the Service Manual at www.dell.com or www.alienware.com. You can purchase components for your computer at the Dell™ Support website, support.dell.com/manuals for increasing the processing power and storage space, by upgrading equipment. Parts purchased from...
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... 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 aid in diagnosing and resolving your issue. • If an error occurs in a specific program, see the program's ... touch an unpainted portion of your computer. 2. Things to check before the problem began, check to see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the screen, write down the error code(s) and contact Alienware (for more . To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; Turn on (if applicable). •...
... 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 aid in diagnosing and resolving your issue. • If an error occurs in a specific program, see the program's ... touch an unpainted portion of your computer. 2. Things to check before the problem began, check to see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the screen, write down the error code(s) and contact Alienware (for more . To stop the assessment and restart the computer, press ; Turn on (if applicable). •...
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... ensure that the device that you print these procedures before you contact Alienware for your computer and try again. Start the Alienware Diagnostics from support.dell.com. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to the Alienware Diagnostics Main Menu. 8. On the next start-up all tests have completed...
... ensure that the device that you print these procedures before you contact Alienware for your computer and try again. Start the Alienware Diagnostics from support.dell.com. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to the Alienware Diagnostics Main Menu. 8. On the next start-up all tests have completed...
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... and hold the power button for an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. In the welcome screen, click Next. For assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the screen. 54 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. NOTE: The chkdsk program may run when you are...
... and hold the power button for an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. In the welcome screen, click Next. For assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the screen. 54 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program. NOTE: The chkdsk program may run when you are...
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... an electrical outlet using a battery to the display. Check the AC adapter: Check the AC adapter cable connections and ensure that you require assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (for correct seating and orientation. CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 57 If you attach an external monitor to resume normal operation. Switch the video image: If your...
... an electrical outlet using a battery to the display. Check the AC adapter: Check the AC adapter cable connections and ensure that you require assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (for correct seating and orientation. CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 57 If you attach an external monitor to resume normal operation. Switch the video image: If your...
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...; Display. 2. If the display is damaged. If the mouse cable is properly connected to be defective. Adjust Resolution and Calibrate color, as needed . Contact Alienware support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on your computer. • Check if the mouse cable is difficult to read Adjust the brightness: Press to increase brightness or to the computer...
...; Display. 2. If the display is damaged. If the mouse cable is properly connected to be defective. Adjust Resolution and Calibrate color, as needed . Contact Alienware support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on your computer. • Check if the mouse cable is difficult to read Adjust the brightness: Press to increase brightness or to the computer...
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... properly connected to online. • If the printer is not the default printer, ensure that it to the computer. If the problem persists, contact Alienware support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on . • Check if the printer cable is not working , contact an electrician or your computer and that the printer is selected in the...
... properly connected to online. • If the printer is not the default printer, ensure that it to the computer. If the problem persists, contact Alienware support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on . • Check if the printer cable is not working , contact an electrician or your computer and that the printer is selected in the...
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Contains operating system installation media. • Support CD or DVD - Contains drivers for your computer. CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY Your computer ships with either AlienRespawn v2.0 or Dell DataSafe Local. NOTE: Your computer ships with the following media: • Recovery CD or DVD - CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY 61 Contains the AlienRespawn recovery image. You can also download the latest drivers and software for your computer from support.dell.com. • Optional AlienRespawn v2.0 disc (if ordered) -
Contains operating system installation media. • Support CD or DVD - Contains drivers for your computer. CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY Your computer ships with either AlienRespawn v2.0 or Dell DataSafe Local. NOTE: Your computer ships with the following media: • Recovery CD or DVD - CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY 61 Contains the AlienRespawn recovery image. You can also download the latest drivers and software for your computer from support.dell.com. • Optional AlienRespawn v2.0 disc (if ordered) -
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... data. If this prompt is included in conjunction with antivirus software), and more information on System Restore, see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on your hard drive must accept the license agreement before initiating recovery. This option is possible for driver or operating ...62 CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY Each option offers a unique combination of virus/spyware infections, to resolve your problem, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "Help and Support" within Windows. certain types of restoration and data-backup features. If AlienRespawn v2.0 is capable of each method ...
... data. If this prompt is included in conjunction with antivirus software), and more information on System Restore, see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on your hard drive must accept the license agreement before initiating recovery. This option is possible for driver or operating ...62 CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY Each option offers a unique combination of virus/spyware infections, to resolve your problem, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "Help and Support" within Windows. certain types of restoration and data-backup features. If AlienRespawn v2.0 is capable of each method ...
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....0, there is recommended that you do so at your password. This feature is advisable to thoroughly scan and clean C:\BACKUP prior to permanent locations. Alienware Technical Support will not be able to access AlienRespawn v2.0, except by default, but can be copied to copying files out of re-infection from which data...
....0, there is recommended that you do so at your password. This feature is advisable to thoroughly scan and clean C:\BACKUP prior to permanent locations. Alienware Technical Support will not be able to access AlienRespawn v2.0, except by default, but can be copied to copying files out of re-infection from which data...
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..., keyboard, mouse, and the power cable. 3. When the Alienware logo appears, press several times to the computer (such as USB drive, printer, etc.) and remove any recently added internal hardware. Dell DataSafe Local Backup Dell DataSafe Local Backup is a backup and recovery application that can restore... your computer if you see knowledge base article 353560 on the taskbar. 5. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until ...
..., keyboard, mouse, and the power cable. 3. When the Alienware logo appears, press several times to the computer (such as USB drive, printer, etc.) and remove any recently added internal hardware. Dell DataSafe Local Backup Dell DataSafe Local Backup is a backup and recovery application that can restore... your computer if you see knowledge base article 353560 on the taskbar. 5. Double-click the Dell DataSafe Local Backup icon on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until ...
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For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS 67 CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS This chapter provides the basic specifications of your computer.
For more detailed specifications, see the Comprehensive Specifications on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com/manuals. CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS 67 CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS This chapter provides the basic specifications of your computer.
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...Ethernet LAN on system board • WLAN Mini-Card (Half Mini-Card slot) • WPAN, Bluetooth card (full card slot) Discs/Cards Supported Optical drive formats Reader card types SATA-compliant Blu-ray Disc, DVD-RW combo • Secure Digital (SD) memory card • Secure ...; Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card (type - Europe; M and type - 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...
...Ethernet LAN on system board • WLAN Mini-Card (Half Mini-Card slot) • WPAN, Bluetooth card (full card slot) Discs/Cards Supported Optical drive formats Reader card types SATA-compliant Blu-ray Disc, DVD-RW combo • Secure Digital (SD) memory card • Secure ...; Memory Stick • Memory Stick PRO • xD-Picture Card (type - Europe; M and type - 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...