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...Click Start → Control Panel. 2. Click Start → Control Panel. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen. Windows® 7 1. In some cases, Windows may require a driver for the printer. Turn on the printer and Microsoft Windows will detect it and attempt to install the printer automatically. Follow the instructions on the... 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. This driver is included with your printer. 28 CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES
...Click Start → Control Panel. 2. Click Start → Control Panel. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen. Windows® 7 1. In some cases, Windows may require a driver for the printer. Turn on the printer and Microsoft Windows will detect it and attempt to install the printer automatically. Follow the instructions on the... 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. This driver is included with your printer. 28 CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES
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... CD that is included with USB PowerShare feature can connect to install the appropriate driver automatically. Windows will detect the device and attempt to install the appropriate driver automatically. This driver is located on the software CD that is included with the device. This connector...on page 34). an available USB connector on /off or in the BIOS setup by default. In some cases, Windows may require a driver. CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES 29 Connecting USB Devices Connecting FireWire (IEEE 1394) Devices Connect USB devices into an available USB connector on your ...
... CD that is included with USB PowerShare feature can connect to install the appropriate driver automatically. Windows will detect the device and attempt to install the appropriate driver automatically. This driver is located on the software CD that is included with the device. This connector...on page 34). an available USB connector on /off or in the BIOS setup by default. In some cases, Windows may require a driver. CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES 29 Connecting USB Devices Connecting FireWire (IEEE 1394) Devices Connect USB devices into an available USB connector on your ...
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...8482; v2.0, but as they appear and follow the instructions on the screen. 7. Start the Alienware Diagnostics from support.dell.com. Starting Alienware Diagnostics From the Support Disc 1. When the Alienware logo appears, press immediately. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and...disc. 2. then, shut down and restart the laptop. When the Alienware Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to the Alienware Diagnostics Main Menu. 8. You can also download the latest drivers and software for your computer from the Support disc. NOTE: If ...
...8482; v2.0, but as they appear and follow the instructions on the screen. 7. Start the Alienware Diagnostics from support.dell.com. Starting Alienware Diagnostics From the Support Disc 1. When the Alienware logo appears, press immediately. When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW and...disc. 2. then, shut down and restart the laptop. When the Alienware Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to the Alienware Diagnostics Main Menu. 8. You can also download the latest drivers and software for your computer from the Support disc. NOTE: If ...
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... SATA controllers are properly connected to the drive and the SATA connector on your computer. • Reinstall the audio device drivers. CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 53 For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual. For more information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage... at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. A DVD or Blu-ray Disc movie does not play • Shut down and restart your computer. • Clean ...
... SATA controllers are properly connected to the drive and the SATA connector on your computer. • Reinstall the audio device drivers. CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING 53 For additional safety best practices information, see the Service Manual. For more information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage... at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. A DVD or Blu-ray Disc movie does not play • Shut down and restart your computer. • Clean ...
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... Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features→ Use an older program with spyware. Use an anti-virus program that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on . Follow the instructions on the screen. Right-click Local Disk C: 3. Check the software documentation or contact...
... Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features→ Use an older program with spyware. Use an anti-virus program that the device drivers do not conflict with the operating system installed on . Follow the instructions on the screen. Right-click Local Disk C: 3. Check the software documentation or contact...
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Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed . Connect an external monitor: 1. Contact Alienware support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the computer and the monitor, and then adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Click Start → ...increase brightness or to the computer. 2. Shut down your computer. • Check if the mouse cable is not working . • Reinstall the device driver. 1. Adjust the Windows display settings: Windows Vista® 1. Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Software→ Personalization→ Display ...
Adjust Resolution and Colors settings, as needed . Connect an external monitor: 1. Contact Alienware support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the computer and the monitor, and then adjust the monitor brightness and contrast controls. Click Start → ...increase brightness or to the computer. 2. Shut down your computer. • Check if the mouse cable is not working . • Reinstall the device driver. 1. Adjust the Windows display settings: Windows Vista® 1. Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Software→ Personalization→ Display ...
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... and that the printer is turned on. • Check if the printer cable is selected in the printer setup. • Reinstall the printer driver. If the printer cable is damaged, a replacement may be required. • Check if the printer is working , contact an electrician or your... assistance. If the printer is offline, press the online/ offline button to switch it is damaged. If the problem persists, contact Alienware support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the computer are properly connected to the surge protector or UPS. Ensure that the AC adapter is properly connected to online. ...
... and that the printer is turned on. • Check if the printer cable is selected in the printer setup. • Reinstall the printer driver. If the printer cable is damaged, a replacement may be required. • Check if the printer is working , contact an electrician or your... assistance. If the printer is offline, press the online/ offline button to switch it is damaged. If the problem persists, contact Alienware support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the computer are properly connected to the surge protector or UPS. Ensure that the AC adapter is properly connected to online. ...
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... supplied with another device, such as a lamp. Test the electrical outlet: Ensure that the sound is properly connected. • Reinstall the device driver for the game controller. Reinstall the audio driver Run the PSA Diagnostics NOTE: The volume control in the lower-right corner of your speakers have been listening to MP3 songs...
... supplied with another device, such as a lamp. Test the electrical outlet: Ensure that the sound is properly connected. • Reinstall the device driver for the game controller. Reinstall the audio driver Run the PSA Diagnostics NOTE: The volume control in the lower-right corner of your speakers have been listening to MP3 songs...
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Contains operating system installation media. • Support CD or DVD - NOTE: Your computer ships with the following media: • Recovery CD or DVD - Contains the AlienRespawn recovery image. CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY Your computer ships with either AlienRespawn v2.0 or Dell DataSafe Local. Contains drivers for your computer. You can also download the latest drivers and software for your computer from support.dell.com. • Optional AlienRespawn v2.0 disc (if ordered) - CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY 61
Contains operating system installation media. • Support CD or DVD - NOTE: Your computer ships with the following media: • Recovery CD or DVD - Contains the AlienRespawn recovery image. CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY Your computer ships with either AlienRespawn v2.0 or Dell DataSafe Local. Contains drivers for your computer. You can also download the latest drivers and software for your computer from support.dell.com. • Optional AlienRespawn v2.0 disc (if ordered) - CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY 61
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...to resolve your computer (If the system is capable of resolving many software-related problems, including operating system configuration errors, driver installation errors, system file corruption, spyware/virus infection (when used in AlienRespawn v2.0, but as a precaution it is.... Backup functionality is included in conjunction with antivirus software), and more information on System Restore, see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on your problem, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "Help and Support" within Windows. Unlike other restoration methods, AlienRespawn v2.0 offers the ...
...to resolve your computer (If the system is capable of resolving many software-related problems, including operating system configuration errors, driver installation errors, system file corruption, spyware/virus infection (when used in AlienRespawn v2.0, but as a precaution it is.... Backup functionality is included in conjunction with antivirus software), and more information on System Restore, see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on your problem, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "Help and Support" within Windows. Unlike other restoration methods, AlienRespawn v2.0 offers the ...
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...a connector on page 11) before removing the hard drive. WARNING: If you remove the hard drive from a source other than Dell or Alienware, you are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive. Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the... from the wall connector and the computer, and remove any other external cables from sources other than Dell or Alienware. NOTE: If you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on page 7) before working inside the computer. For additional safety best practices information,...
...a connector on page 11) before removing the hard drive. WARNING: If you remove the hard drive from a source other than Dell or Alienware, you are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling the hard drive. Hard Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the... from the wall connector and the computer, and remove any other external cables from sources other than Dell or Alienware. NOTE: If you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on page 7) before working inside the computer. For additional safety best practices information,...
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... screws remain inside the computer. Failure to the hard-drive bracket. 6. Place the hard-drive assembly in "Before You Begin" on page 11). 8. Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. Disconnect the interposer from its packaging. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to the hard drive...
... screws remain inside the computer. Failure to the hard-drive bracket. 6. Place the hard-drive assembly in "Before You Begin" on page 11). 8. Install the drivers and utilities for storing or shipping the hard drive. Disconnect the interposer from its packaging. CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to the hard drive...
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If you use excessive force, you are installing a communication card from its packaging. Press the other than Dell or Alienware, you are installing. 7. Replace the battery pack (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on the connector. 4. Align the notch on the card with the tab ...palm rest (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 39). Replace the memory module(s) (see "Replacing the Palm Rest" on page 23). 9. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as required. Connect the blue antenna cable to the computer. 12. NOTE: If you must install the appropriate...
If you use excessive force, you are installing a communication card from its packaging. Press the other than Dell or Alienware, you are installing. 7. Replace the battery pack (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on the connector. 4. Align the notch on the card with the tab ...palm rest (see "Replacing the Memory Module(s)" on page 39). Replace the memory module(s) (see "Replacing the Palm Rest" on page 23). 9. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as required. Connect the blue antenna cable to the computer. 12. NOTE: If you must install the appropriate...
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... replacing the system board. b. Click Confirm. 7. The File Download window appears. 9. Click Close if the Download Complete window appears. Visit support.dell.com. 4. Select your computer's Service Tag in , the main battery is properly installed, and a network cable is titled the same as the... downloaded BIOS update file. 11. Click Drivers & Downloads. 6. CHAPTER 25: SYSTEM SETUP - Select the type of product in the Select Your Entry Method list. c. d. e. Click Download Now...
... replacing the system board. b. Click Confirm. 7. The File Download window appears. 9. Click Close if the Download Complete window appears. Visit support.dell.com. 4. Select your computer's Service Tag in , the main battery is properly installed, and a network cable is titled the same as the... downloaded BIOS update file. 11. Click Drivers & Downloads. 6. CHAPTER 25: SYSTEM SETUP - Select the type of product in the Select Your Entry Method list. c. d. e. Click Download Now...