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... Keyboard Features 20 Status Lights 21 Media Control Keys 21 Power Button 22 Function Keys 23 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 25 Alienware Command Center 26 Connecting External Displays 26 Using Removable Media and Cards 27 Using the Optical Drive 28 Using the Integrated Camera ...28 Using the Wireless Control 28 Battery Pack 29 Power Management 29 Free Fall Sensor 30 Configuring the BIOS 31 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS . . . . ....
... Keyboard Features 20 Status Lights 21 Media Control Keys 21 Power Button 22 Function Keys 23 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 25 Alienware Command Center 26 Connecting External Displays 26 Using Removable Media and Cards 27 Using the Optical Drive 28 Using the Integrated Camera ...28 Using the Wireless Control 28 Battery Pack 29 Power Management 29 Free Fall Sensor 30 Configuring the BIOS 31 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS . . . . ....
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... or records only standard-size (12 cm) CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). NOTE: You can enable or disable the option of the total battery life remains. 6 HDMI-input connector - NOTE: If you to charge the device. Right View Features 1 2 34 56 1 ExpressCard slot - Provides support for ExpressCards. The slot...
... or records only standard-size (12 cm) CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). NOTE: You can enable or disable the option of the total battery life remains. 6 HDMI-input connector - NOTE: If you to charge the device. Right View Features 1 2 34 56 1 ExpressCard slot - Provides support for ExpressCards. The slot...
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Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Back View Features 1 1 AC adapter connector -
Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Back View Features 1 1 AC adapter connector -
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... cover. The computer is turned off or on standby and hibernate mode, see Power Options in standby mode. For more details on and the battery is in standby mode. For details on page 20. The computer is charging. On AC adapter: Blue or custom AC-color Blue or custom...Features" on how to perform actions like shutting down the operating system or entering the standby mode. The computer is fully charged. The battery is low. The battery charge is fully charged. Power Button You can be changed using the AlienFX software. The power button is located in the control panel...
... cover. The computer is turned off or on standby and hibernate mode, see Power Options in standby mode. For more details on and the battery is in standby mode. For details on page 20. The computer is charging. On AC adapter: Blue or custom AC-color Blue or custom...Features" on how to perform actions like shutting down the operating system or entering the standby mode. The computer is fully charged. The battery is low. The battery charge is fully charged. Power Button You can be changed using the AlienFX software. The power button is located in the control panel...
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... pad. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 23 F6 - F11 - Hold down the key along with other keys to enable the suspend mode. Check Battery Status Press to enable or disable the mute function. F8 - Mute on /off for three to switch off or switch on /off Press to display... the Battery Status Meter. Microsoft Mobility Center on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the function keys may have no associated tasks. Decrease Display...
... pad. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 23 F6 - F11 - Hold down the key along with other keys to enable the suspend mode. Check Battery Status Press to enable or disable the mute function. F8 - Mute on /off for three to switch off or switch on /off Press to display... the Battery Status Meter. Microsoft Mobility Center on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the function keys may have no associated tasks. Decrease Display...
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... its lifetime. • High Performance - For example, if four lights turn on, there is approximately 60 percent to 80 percent of battery charge remaining and if no lights turn on, there is equipped with time and usage. You can use the power options in the...to maximize the life of the computer and by reducing the amount of inactivity. • Power Saver - As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of the total battery charge. Battery life varies depending on your laptop configuration, model, applications installed, power management settings, and features used. Each of the ...
... its lifetime. • High Performance - For example, if four lights turn on, there is approximately 60 percent to 80 percent of battery charge remaining and if no lights turn on, there is equipped with time and usage. You can use the power options in the...to maximize the life of the computer and by reducing the amount of inactivity. • Power Saver - As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of the total battery charge. Battery life varies depending on your laptop configuration, model, applications installed, power management settings, and features used. Each of the ...
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... from standby or to enable or disable the Intel SpeedStep technology. CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 33 Allows you to enable or disable the on battery. • Disabled: Disables USB PowerShare. Allows you to the operating system. • Enabled: Internal LAN is not visible to enable or...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 the operating system. • Enabled: The internal audio device is running on -board LAN controller. • Disabled...
... from standby or to enable or disable the Intel SpeedStep technology. CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP 33 Allows you to enable or disable the on battery. • Disabled: Disables USB PowerShare. Allows you to the operating system. • Enabled: Internal LAN is not visible to enable or...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 the operating system. • Enabled: The internal audio device is running on -board LAN controller. • Disabled...
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... individual core ratio to be modified. Performance Options" on page 34). Allows you to modify memory voltage. Memory Voltage Allows you to enable or disable battery charging. Memory Frequency Allows you to modify the CPU flex ratio with Turbo Mode disabled. Non-Turbo Flex Support Allows you to modify memory frequency...
... individual core ratio to be modified. Performance Options" on page 34). Allows you to modify memory voltage. Memory Voltage Allows you to enable or disable battery charging. Memory Frequency Allows you to modify the CPU flex ratio with Turbo Mode disabled. Non-Turbo Flex Support Allows you to modify memory frequency...
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... the battery bay before you service the laptop. 6. WARNING: Before working inside your warranty. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that the work surface is not covered by its pull-tab, not on a card. Hold a card by your laptop, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is flat and... 38). CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer. Press the power button to the system board, you must remove the battery from the battery bay (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
... the battery bay before you service the laptop. 6. WARNING: Before working inside your warranty. Also, before you connect a cable, ensure that the work surface is not covered by its pull-tab, not on a card. Hold a card by your laptop, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is flat and... 38). CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer. Press the power button to the system board, you must remove the battery from the battery bay (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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... not use only the battery designed for other Alienware or Dell laptops. To remove the battery pack: 1. Follow the instructions in reverse order. 1 2 40 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 1 battery pack 2 battery latch Remove the battery pack. Slide the battery latch to the laptop, use batteries designed for this particular Alienware laptop. Replacing the Battery Pack This battery pack can easily...
... not use only the battery designed for other Alienware or Dell laptops. To remove the battery pack: 1. Follow the instructions in reverse order. 1 2 40 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 1 battery pack 2 battery latch Remove the battery pack. Slide the battery latch to the laptop, use batteries designed for this particular Alienware laptop. Replacing the Battery Pack This battery pack can easily...
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...NOTE: The table below illustrates one possible way the system memory can also configure the system memory by removing the compartment door at support.dell.com/manuals. 1. Upgrading or Replacing Memory Your laptop is equipped with a configurable memory unit. You can be configured. Memory connector DIMM ... supports up , and then remove it from the computer. Follow the instructions in connectors DIMM C and DIMM D, see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 38. 2. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 41 The industry standard JEDEC PC3-12800 (DDR3-1600) SODIMM ...
...NOTE: The table below illustrates one possible way the system memory can also configure the system memory by removing the compartment door at support.dell.com/manuals. 1. Upgrading or Replacing Memory Your laptop is equipped with a configurable memory unit. You can be configured. Memory connector DIMM ... supports up , and then remove it from the computer. Follow the instructions in connectors DIMM C and DIMM D, see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 38. 2. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 41 The industry standard JEDEC PC3-12800 (DDR3-1600) SODIMM ...
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Remove the four screws that secure the compartment door to the computer base. 4. Slide the compartment door towards the rear of the computer, lift it up, and remove it from the computer. 1 2 1 screws (4) 2 compartment door CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 43 Remove the battery pack (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 38. 2. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 40). 3. Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive(s) Your laptop is equipped with two hard drives. Removing the Hard Drive(s) 1.
Remove the four screws that secure the compartment door to the computer base. 4. Slide the compartment door towards the rear of the computer, lift it up, and remove it from the computer. 1 2 1 screws (4) 2 compartment door CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 43 Remove the battery pack (see "Replacing the Battery Pack" on page 38. 2. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 40). 3. Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive(s) Your laptop is equipped with two hard drives. Removing the Hard Drive(s) 1.
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...) 256 KB up to 1600 MHz 32 bits 64 bits 32 Mbit PCIe x16 Gen2 60 CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS Computer Model Alienware M18x Dimensions Height Front Back Width Depth Weight with 12-cell battery and optical drive (starting at) 53.0 mm (2.09 inches) 54.20 mm (2.13 inches) 436.0 mm (17.17 inches) 322...
...) 256 KB up to 1600 MHz 32 bits 64 bits 32 Mbit PCIe x16 Gen2 60 CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS Computer Model Alienware M18x Dimensions Height Front Back Width Depth Weight with 12-cell battery and optical drive (starting at) 53.0 mm (2.09 inches) 54.20 mm (2.13 inches) 436.0 mm (17.17 inches) 322...
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...sensor-active area 99.5 mm (3.92 inches) rectangle Camera Camera resolution Video resolution Diagonal viewing angle 3.0 megapixel 2048 x 1536 60° Battery 12-cell "smart" lithium ion (96 Whr) Height 30.2 mm (1.19 inches) Width 174.0 mm (6.85 inches) Depth 133.3 mm...65 kg maximum (1.43 lb) Voltage 12 VDC - 16.8 VDC 64 CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS Battery Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range Operating Storage Coin-cell battery battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions...
...sensor-active area 99.5 mm (3.92 inches) rectangle Camera Camera resolution Video resolution Diagonal viewing angle 3.0 megapixel 2048 x 1536 60° Battery 12-cell "smart" lithium ion (96 Whr) Height 30.2 mm (1.19 inches) Width 174.0 mm (6.85 inches) Depth 133.3 mm...65 kg maximum (1.43 lb) Voltage 12 VDC - 16.8 VDC 64 CHAPTER 7: SPECIFICATIONS Battery Operating time Life span (approximate) Temperature range Operating Storage Coin-cell battery battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be significantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions...
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... computer, there is nothing to severe mechanical shocks. APPENDIX 69 Your computer protects itself against most irregularities in the power source. When You Should Contact Alienware • The battery, power cable or connector is not covered by Alienware. General Safety Precautions • Mechanical Shock: Your computer should never be subjected to worry about.
... computer, there is nothing to severe mechanical shocks. APPENDIX 69 Your computer protects itself against most irregularities in the power source. When You Should Contact Alienware • The battery, power cable or connector is not covered by Alienware. General Safety Precautions • Mechanical Shock: Your computer should never be subjected to worry about.
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... rights reserved. Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Dell Inc. Dell Inc. and is used in this text: Dell™ and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Alienware® is a registered trademark owned by Dell under license; Microsoft®, Windows®, and the Windows... these materials in any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other countries. Alienware M18x Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Pack Base Cover Wireless Mini-Card Coin-Cell Battery Hard Drive(s) Center Control Cover Power-Button Board Keyboard Macro Keyboard Memory Module(s)...
... rights reserved. Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Dell Inc. Dell Inc. and is used in this text: Dell™ and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Alienware® is a registered trademark owned by Dell under license; Microsoft®, Windows®, and the Windows... these materials in any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other countries. Alienware M18x Service Manual Before You Begin Battery Pack Base Cover Wireless Mini-Card Coin-Cell Battery Hard Drive(s) Center Control Cover Power-Button Board Keyboard Macro Keyboard Memory Module(s)...
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...Battery Pack). Replace the four screws that secure the base cover to the computer base. 4. Slide the base cover towards the rear of the computer, lift it up, and remove it from the computer. 1 screws (4) 2 base cover Replacing the Base Cover 1. Back to Contents Page Base Cover Alienware M18x...computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer. Remove the four screws that secure ...
...Battery Pack). Replace the four screws that secure the base cover to the computer base. 4. Slide the base cover towards the rear of the computer, lift it up, and remove it from the computer. 1 screws (4) 2 base cover Replacing the Base Cover 1. Back to Contents Page Base Cover Alienware M18x...computer. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer. Remove the four screws that secure ...
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.... Shut down the computer and turn it over. 3. Damage due to Contents Page Battery Pack Alienware M18x Service Manual Removing the Battery Pack Replacing the Battery Pack WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector...
.... Shut down the computer and turn it over. 3. Damage due to Contents Page Battery Pack Alienware M18x Service Manual Removing the Battery Pack Replacing the Battery Pack WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector...
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...from your computer. Disconnect your computer (see Turning Off Your Computer). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery Pack). 8. 2. Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to Contents Page CAUTION: To disconnect... Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the Media-Card Reader. 5. Press and eject any installed cards from the computer. 4. Remove the battery pack (see Removing the Battery Pack) before working inside the computer. 7. Back to ground the system board.
...from your computer. Disconnect your computer (see Turning Off Your Computer). CAUTION: To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery Pack). 8. 2. Turn the computer top-side up, open the display, and press the power button to Contents Page CAUTION: To disconnect... Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the Media-Card Reader. 5. Press and eject any installed cards from the computer. 4. Remove the battery pack (see Removing the Battery Pack) before working inside the computer. 7. Back to ground the system board.
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... individual core ratio to charge USB devices when the computer is running on -board LAN controller. l Enabled: BIOS will greatly reduce battery life. l Enabled: Displays additional overclocking options. Appears when Non-Turbo Flex is enabled and allows you to AC adapter and when ...the computer is turned off . Displays the installed secondary SATA hard drive model. l AC and Battery: Charge USB devices when connected to enable or disable battery charging. Charger Behavior Primary Display Allows you to enable or disable the USB emulation feature. l Disabled: The...
... individual core ratio to charge USB devices when the computer is running on -board LAN controller. l Enabled: BIOS will greatly reduce battery life. l Enabled: Displays additional overclocking options. Appears when Non-Turbo Flex is enabled and allows you to AC adapter and when ...the computer is turned off . Displays the installed secondary SATA hard drive model. l AC and Battery: Charge USB devices when connected to enable or disable battery charging. Charger Behavior Primary Display Allows you to enable or disable the USB emulation feature. l Disabled: The...