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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 5 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 7 Before Setting Up Your Laptop 8 Connect the AC Adapter 9 Press the Power Button 9 Set Up Microsoft Windows 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 13 Front View Features ...19 Touch Controls 19 Power Button 20 Function Keys 21 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 23 Connecting External Displays 24 Using Removable Media and Cards 25 Using the Optical Drive 25 Using the Integrated Camera 26 Using the Wireless Control 26 Battery Pack 26 Power Management 26 Alienware Command Center 27 ...
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 5 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 7 Before Setting Up Your Laptop 8 Connect the AC Adapter 9 Press the Power Button 9 Set Up Microsoft Windows 10 Connect to the Internet (Optional 10 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 13 Front View Features ...19 Touch Controls 19 Power Button 20 Function Keys 21 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 23 Connecting External Displays 24 Using Removable Media and Cards 25 Using the Optical Drive 25 Using the Integrated Camera 26 Using the Wireless Control 26 Battery Pack 26 Power Management 26 Alienware Command Center 27 ...
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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. Connect the AC Adapter Press the Power Button WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. NOTE: The AC adapter should be connected to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.
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. Connect the AC Adapter Press the Power Button WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. NOTE: The AC adapter should be connected to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.
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... 1 2 3 4 1 Status lights (3) - The backlit keyboard provides visibility in dark environments 6 by tapping the surface. 4 Touch pad buttons (2) - Turns the computer on a mouse. 5 Touch controls (9) - Provide left -click by illuminating all symbols on page 19. 6 Power button - and right-click functions like those on or off . 2 Keyboard - Indicate if the Scroll Lock, Caps Lock...
... 1 2 3 4 1 Status lights (3) - The backlit keyboard provides visibility in dark environments 6 by tapping the surface. 4 Touch pad buttons (2) - Turns the computer on a mouse. 5 Touch controls (9) - Provide left -click by illuminating all symbols on page 19. 6 Power button - and right-click functions like those on or off . 2 Keyboard - Indicate if the Scroll Lock, Caps Lock...
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... mode. The computer is in standby mode. For the exact location, see the Power Options in the Control Panel of Microsoft® Windows® operating system. The power button is in standby mode. The color of the hinge cover. Power Button You can be changed through the AlienFX® software. The battery is low. The...
... mode. The computer is in standby mode. For the exact location, see the Power Options in the Control Panel of Microsoft® Windows® operating system. The power button is in standby mode. The color of the hinge cover. Power Button You can be changed through the AlienFX® software. The battery is low. The...
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... programs. 2. Click Start → Shut Down. If your computer did not automatically turn off when you turn off your operating system, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process finishes. 3. Ensure that shipped with your laptop. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that...
... programs. 2. Click Start → Shut Down. If your computer did not automatically turn off when you turn off your operating system, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process finishes. 3. Ensure that shipped with your laptop. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that...
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... the cable from the laptop. 4. Disconnect all attached devices from the ExpressCard slot and the Media Card slot. 5. Press the power button to avoid bending any installed cards from their electrical outlets. For additional safety best practices information, see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on...). CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from the battery bay (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on the...
... the cable from the laptop. 4. Disconnect all attached devices from the ExpressCard slot and the Media Card slot. 5. Press the power button to avoid bending any installed cards from their electrical outlets. For additional safety best practices information, see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on...). CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from the battery bay (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Before Working Inside Your Computer Use the following steps before you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on the...
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... as often as network, dialup, mail and Internet settings. 44 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING The power status light will be off. • Brightness: Check and adjust the brightness of the display by pressing the power button for less than 4 seconds. Do not forget to note the serial numbers if you ... key combinations or . • Display Choice: Press the key combination to ensure that there are no loose connections anywhere. • Power Savings: Ensure that the computer is especially important if you are not using your computer). Basic Hints and Tips • Computer does not...
... as often as network, dialup, mail and Internet settings. 44 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING The power status light will be off. • Brightness: Check and adjust the brightness of the display by pressing the power button for less than 4 seconds. Do not forget to note the serial numbers if you ... key combinations or . • Display Choice: Press the key combination to ensure that there are no loose connections anywhere. • Power Savings: Ensure that the computer is especially important if you are not using your computer). Basic Hints and Tips • Computer does not...
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... and then reinstall the program. Answers to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier version of the boot process. If the computer passes the POST, the computer will continue to perform an operating system shutdown. In... will be displayed. NOTE: The chkdsk program may run when you are unable to Common Problems System The computer fails the POST The POST (Power On Self Test) tests the computer, ensuring that it runs in an environment similar to indicate a general failure and an error message will generate...
... and then reinstall the program. Answers to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for an earlier version of the boot process. If the computer passes the POST, the computer will continue to perform an operating system shutdown. In... will be displayed. NOTE: The chkdsk program may run when you are unable to Common Problems System The computer fails the POST The POST (Power On Self Test) tests the computer, ensuring that it runs in an environment similar to indicate a general failure and an error message will generate...
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... electrical outlet, is working correctly. • Check that the wall outlet is switched on the keyboard or press the power button to your power company for correct seating and orientation. If the problem persists, contact Alienware support (see "Upgrading or Replacing Memory" on • If the AC adapter cable is connected to a surge protector...
... electrical outlet, is working correctly. • Check that the wall outlet is switched on the keyboard or press the power button to your power company for correct seating and orientation. If the problem persists, contact Alienware support (see "Upgrading or Replacing Memory" on • If the AC adapter cable is connected to a surge protector...
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Shut down the operating system, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer did not automatically turn off when you turn off . 07 /07 click Start , and click Shut Down. Save ...
Shut down the operating system, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off your computer did not automatically turn off when you turn off . 07 /07 click Start , and click Shut Down. Save ...
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...from potential damage and to help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery from being scratched. 2. Press the power button to avoid bending any of cable, press in on its pins. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following safety guidelines.... Disconnect your computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 11). 7. Remove the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Hold a card by your computer. Damage due to the computer, use batteries designed for this type of the procedures in -1...
...from potential damage and to help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery from being scratched. 2. Press the power button to avoid bending any of cable, press in on its pins. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following safety guidelines.... Disconnect your computer (see "Turning Off Your Computer" on page 11). 7. Remove the battery (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Hold a card by your computer. Damage due to the computer, use batteries designed for this type of the procedures in -1...