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CONTENTS Power Button 34 Function Keys 36 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 39 Alienware Command Center 40 Connecting External Displays 40 Using Removable Media and Cards 44 Using the Optical Drive 45 Using the Integrated Camera 46 Using the Wireless Control 46 Battery Pack 47 Power Management 48 nVidia Optimus Technology (Optional 50 Free Fall Sensor 52 Configuring the BIOS 53 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 67 Before You Begin 68 Replacing the Battery Pack 72 Upgrading or Replacing Memory 74 Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive(s 78 4
CONTENTS Power Button 34 Function Keys 36 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 39 Alienware Command Center 40 Connecting External Displays 40 Using Removable Media and Cards 44 Using the Optical Drive 45 Using the Integrated Camera 46 Using the Wireless Control 46 Battery Pack 47 Power Management 48 nVidia Optimus Technology (Optional 50 Free Fall Sensor 52 Configuring the BIOS 53 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 67 Before You Begin 68 Replacing the Battery Pack 72 Upgrading or Replacing Memory 74 Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive(s 78 4
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...tools. Connecting External Displays If you want to enjoy your computing environment on a bigger scale visually, or extend your desktop area, you can access Alienware Command Center by pressing on the media control keys. You can connect an external display such as a standalone monitor, an LCD TV, or ... NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to identify the connectors on your computer and display. CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Alienware Command Center The Alienware Command Center gives you access to build a library of the connectors on your computer. 40 As...
...tools. Connecting External Displays If you want to enjoy your computing environment on a bigger scale visually, or extend your desktop area, you can access Alienware Command Center by pressing on the media control keys. You can connect an external display such as a standalone monitor, an LCD TV, or ... NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to identify the connectors on your computer and display. CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Alienware Command Center The Alienware Command Center gives you access to build a library of the connectors on your computer. 40 As...
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... instructions of all serviceable components. NOTE: See the Service Manual at www.dell.com or www.alienware.com. Parts purchased from Dell and Alienware will ship with your computer. •• A component can purchase components... for removing and installing the components in this section may require the following tools: •• Small flat-blade screwdriver •• Phillips screwdriver 68 You can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by upgrading...
... instructions of all serviceable components. NOTE: See the Service Manual at www.dell.com or www.alienware.com. Parts purchased from Dell and Alienware will ship with your computer. •• A component can purchase components... for removing and installing the components in this section may require the following tools: •• Small flat-blade screwdriver •• Phillips screwdriver 68 You can be replaced or-if purchased separately-installed by upgrading...
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... memory module connectors DIMM 1 and DIMM 2. You can be configured. The industry standard JEDEC PC3-10600 (DDR3) SODIMM memory module connectors are available for memory upgrade. Memory connector DIMM 1 2 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 8 GB Memory connector DIMM 2 2 GB 4 GB 4 GB 8 GB 8 GB Memory connector DIMM 3 - - - - 8 GB Memory connector DIMM 4 - - -...memory can also configure the system memory by installing memory modules in connectors DIMM 3 and DIMM 4. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing Memory Your laptop is equipped with a configurable memory unit.
... memory module connectors DIMM 1 and DIMM 2. You can be configured. The industry standard JEDEC PC3-10600 (DDR3) SODIMM memory module connectors are available for memory upgrade. Memory connector DIMM 1 2 GB 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB 8 GB Memory connector DIMM 2 2 GB 4 GB 4 GB 8 GB 8 GB Memory connector DIMM 3 - - - - 8 GB Memory connector DIMM 4 - - -...memory can also configure the system memory by installing memory modules in connectors DIMM 3 and DIMM 4. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing Memory Your laptop is equipped with a configurable memory unit.
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.... 2. Remove the battery (see the Service Manual at the bottom of your computer. Slide and lift the compartment door away from the computer. 75 To upgrade memory module(s) in "Before You Begin" on page 72). 3. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Removing the Memory Module(s) NOTE: Your computer supports up to the... screws that secure the compartment door to four memory module connectors. You can access connectors DIMM 1 and DIMM 2 by removing the compartment door at support.dell.com. 1.
.... 2. Remove the battery (see the Service Manual at the bottom of your computer. Slide and lift the compartment door away from the computer. 75 To upgrade memory module(s) in "Before You Begin" on page 72). 3. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Removing the Memory Module(s) NOTE: Your computer supports up to the... screws that secure the compartment door to four memory module connectors. You can access connectors DIMM 1 and DIMM 2 by removing the compartment door at support.dell.com. 1.
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CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive(s) Your laptop is equipped with two hard drive sockets. Remove the two screws that secure the compartment door to the computer base. 4. Removing the Hard Drive(s) 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 72). 3. Slide and lift the compartment door away from the computer. 78 Remove the battery pack (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 68. 2.
CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive(s) Your laptop is equipped with two hard drive sockets. Remove the two screws that secure the compartment door to the computer base. 4. Removing the Hard Drive(s) 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 72). 3. Slide and lift the compartment door away from the computer. 78 Remove the battery pack (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 68. 2.
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Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware protection (your program may require an upgrade) to the Internet, your computer through the Start menu Scan the computer for spyware: If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-...
Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware protection (your program may require an upgrade) to the Internet, your computer through the Start menu Scan the computer for spyware: If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you frequently receive pop-...
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...; Check memory modules for more information, see "Upgrading or Replacing Memory" on page 74). •• Computers using a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer. Reseat the memory modules if applicable (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the keyboard or press the power button ... If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a dual-channel memory configuration require that you require assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (for correct seating and orientation. Switch the video image: If your computer is recommended that memory modules be in...
...; Check memory modules for more information, see "Upgrading or Replacing Memory" on page 74). •• Computers using a program that requires a higher resolution than your computer. Reseat the memory modules if applicable (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the keyboard or press the power button ... If the display is blank NOTE: If you are using a dual-channel memory configuration require that you require assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (for correct seating and orientation. Switch the video image: If your computer is recommended that memory modules be in...
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... from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on AlienRespawn, see knowledge base article 353560 at support.dell.com. Click Upgrade Now! 3. NOTE: For more depending on the size of your computer based on the screen. 101 Double-click... instructions on file types •• Backup files to a local storage device •• Schedule automated backups To upgrade to AlienRespawn Professional: 1. Upgrading to AlienRespawn Professional AlienRespawn provides additional features that allow you to be restored. CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERY 6. NOTE: The ...
... from the System Recovery Options menu and follow the instructions on AlienRespawn, see knowledge base article 353560 at support.dell.com. Click Upgrade Now! 3. NOTE: For more depending on the size of your computer based on the screen. 101 Double-click... instructions on file types •• Backup files to a local storage device •• Schedule automated backups To upgrade to AlienRespawn Professional: 1. Upgrading to AlienRespawn Professional AlienRespawn provides additional features that allow you to be restored. CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERY 6. NOTE: The ...