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CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 9 Before Setting Up Your Laptop 10 Connect the AC Adapter 12 Press the Power Button 13 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 14 Set Up Microsoft Windows 15 Set Up WirelessHD (Optional 16 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 17 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 21 Left View Features 22 Right View Features 25 Back View Features 27 Display Features 28 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 30 Status Lights 32 Media Control Keys 33 3
CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 9 Before Setting Up Your Laptop 10 Connect the AC Adapter 12 Press the Power Button 13 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 14 Set Up Microsoft Windows 15 Set Up WirelessHD (Optional 16 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 17 Connect to the Internet (Optional 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 21 Left View Features 22 Right View Features 25 Back View Features 27 Display Features 28 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 30 Status Lights 32 Media Control Keys 33 3
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.... Some of the most common items to the laptop. 10 Read all items for connecting peripheral cables to check for include: •• Laptop and AC adapter with power cable •• Microsoft CD-key located at the bottom of the laptop •• Monitor with power cable and video cable (if... Congratulations on the purchase of your new laptop. Report any physical damage that were shipped to inspect all safety and setup instructions before connecting your Alienware M17x!
.... Some of the most common items to the laptop. 10 Read all items for connecting peripheral cables to check for include: •• Laptop and AC adapter with power cable •• Microsoft CD-key located at the bottom of the laptop •• Monitor with power cable and video cable (if... Congratulations on the purchase of your new laptop. Report any physical damage that were shipped to inspect all safety and setup instructions before connecting your Alienware M17x!
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CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Connect the AC Adapter WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. 12 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Connect the AC Adapter WARNING: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to a power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage. 12 However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
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Connects to an AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. 27 Back View Features CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 1 1 AC adapter connector -
Connects to an AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. 27 Back View Features CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 1 1 AC adapter connector -
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The computer is in standby mode. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP On AC adapter: Blue or custom AC-color Blue or custom AC-color fading into amber or custom battery-color Blue or custom AC-color fading into black The battery is fully charged. For more details on and the battery is fully charged. On...
The computer is in standby mode. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP On AC adapter: Blue or custom AC-color Blue or custom AC-color fading into amber or custom battery-color Blue or custom AC-color fading into black The battery is fully charged. For more details on and the battery is fully charged. On...
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... to charge USB devices when the computer is turned off or in standby mode. •• AC Only: Charge USB devices when connected to AC adapter only. •• AC and Battery: Charge USB devices when connected to AC adapter and when the computer is running on -board LAN controller. •• Disabled: Internal LAN is...
... to charge USB devices when the computer is turned off or in standby mode. •• AC Only: Charge USB devices when connected to AC adapter only. •• AC and Battery: Charge USB devices when connected to AC adapter and when the computer is running on -board LAN controller. •• Disabled: Internal LAN is...
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... options. Allows you to screen. CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Advanced Menu Adapter Warnings Charger Behavior Primary Display Allows you to choose if the computer should display warning messages when you use AC adapters that are not supported by your computer. •• Disabled: BIOS ...will not detect unsupported AC adapters and will not display any message to screen. •• Enabled : BIOS will detect unsupported AC adapters and display an error to ...
... options. Allows you to screen. CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Advanced Menu Adapter Warnings Charger Behavior Primary Display Allows you to choose if the computer should display warning messages when you use AC adapters that are not supported by your computer. •• Disabled: BIOS ...will not detect unsupported AC adapters and will not display any message to screen. •• Enabled : BIOS will detect unsupported AC adapters and display an error to ...
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...; Display Choice: Press the key combination to ensure that the computer is not set to "External Only" display. •• Use only the AC adapter that the strip is not in standby mode; CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Basic Hints and Tips •• Computer does not power on: Is your... AC adapter cable securely connected to a working . •• Connections: Check all the cables to ensure that there are no loose connections anywhere. ••...
...; Display Choice: Press the key combination to ensure that the computer is not set to "External Only" display. •• Use only the AC adapter that the strip is not in standby mode; CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Basic Hints and Tips •• Computer does not power on: Is your... AC adapter cable securely connected to a working . •• Connections: Check all the cables to ensure that there are no loose connections anywhere. ••...
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... you performed the installation or removal procedures properly. •• If an error message appears on ) are not working, ensure that the AC adapter cable is properly connected between your computer and a grounded, three-prong power outlet. Ensure that the power outlet is working. ••... your peripheral devices (for example keyboard, mouse, printer, and so on the screen, write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to check: •• Ensure that all connections are secure. •• If any computer components were added or removed...
... you performed the installation or removal procedures properly. •• If an error message appears on ) are not working, ensure that the AC adapter cable is properly connected between your computer and a grounded, three-prong power outlet. Ensure that the power outlet is working. ••... your peripheral devices (for example keyboard, mouse, printer, and so on the screen, write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to check: •• Ensure that all connections are secure. •• If any computer components were added or removed...
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If the wall outlet is working , contact an electrician or your power company for further assistance. •• If the problem persists, contact Alienware support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on and is working correctly. •• Check that the wall outlet is not working properly by testing another device such as a radio or lamp... UPS, ensure that you know works. CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Power When you press the power button, the computer does not turn on •• If the AC adapter cable is connected to an electrical outlet, is switched on page 123). 97
If the wall outlet is working , contact an electrician or your power company for further assistance. •• If the problem persists, contact Alienware support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on and is working correctly. •• Check that the wall outlet is not working properly by testing another device such as a radio or lamp... UPS, ensure that you know works. CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Power When you press the power button, the computer does not turn on •• If the AC adapter cable is connected to an electrical outlet, is switched on page 123). 97
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...you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; then, shut down your computer. 4. Turn off your operating system problem. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter cable. 3. Select Repair Your Computer. Use AlienRespawn only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. 2. You can use AlienRespawn to ...restore your hard drive to the computer (such as USB drive, printer, and so on your computer. When the Alienware logo appears, press several times to wait until you backup your data files before using AlienRespawn. AlienRespawn allows you to install on ) ...
...you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; then, shut down your computer. 4. Turn off your operating system problem. NOTE: Do not disconnect the AC adapter cable. 3. Select Repair Your Computer. Use AlienRespawn only if System Restore did not resolve your computer. 2. You can use AlienRespawn to ...restore your hard drive to the computer (such as USB drive, printer, and so on your computer. When the Alienware logo appears, press several times to wait until you backup your data files before using AlienRespawn. AlienRespawn allows you to install on ) ...
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C13 (240 W) 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 158°F) 3-pin, 7.4 mm plug 3-pin - C13 (150 W) 3-pin - CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS AC Adapter Temperature range Operating 150 W 240 W Storage Connector types DC connector AC connector Computer Environment Temperature range Operating Storage 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to 149°F) 116
C13 (240 W) 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) -40° to 65°C (-40° to 158°F) 3-pin, 7.4 mm plug 3-pin - C13 (150 W) 3-pin - CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS AC Adapter Temperature range Operating 150 W 240 W Storage Connector types DC connector AC connector Computer Environment Temperature range Operating Storage 0° to 35°C (32° to 95°F) 0° to 40°C (32° to 104°F) -40° to 70°C (-40° to 149°F) 116
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Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly. 2 Turn on the computer. 26 Turn on the computer. 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in the Set Service Tag field. System Board 99 NOTE: After you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag into the BIOS of the replacement system board. 27 Enter the service tag (see "Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS" on page 99).
Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS 1 Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly. 2 Turn on the computer. 26 Turn on the computer. 3 Press during POST to enter the system setup program. 4 Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in the Set Service Tag field. System Board 99 NOTE: After you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag into the BIOS of the replacement system board. 27 Enter the service tag (see "Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS" on page 99).
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This feature defines how the BIOS, in standby mode. • AC Only: Charge USB devices when connected to AC adapter only. • AC and Battery: Charge USB devices when connected to AC adapter and when the computer is running on battery. • Disabled: Disables USB PowerShare. NOTE: You cannot boot any type of a USB-aware operating system...
This feature defines how the BIOS, in standby mode. • AC Only: Charge USB devices when connected to AC adapter only. • AC and Battery: Charge USB devices when connected to AC adapter and when the computer is running on battery. • Disabled: Disables USB PowerShare. NOTE: You cannot boot any type of a USB-aware operating system...
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..., or permanently. Allows you to enable or disable short duration power limit. Allows you use AC adapters that are not supported by your computer. • Enabled: BIOS will detect unsupported AC adapters and display an error on the screen. Adapter Warnings Charger Behavior Advanced Menu-Performance Options Overclocking Feature Override Turbo settings Long Duration PWR...
..., or permanently. Allows you to enable or disable short duration power limit. Allows you use AC adapters that are not supported by your computer. • Enabled: BIOS will detect unsupported AC adapters and display an error on the screen. Adapter Warnings Charger Behavior Advanced Menu-Performance Options Overclocking Feature Override Turbo settings Long Duration PWR...