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...Set Up WirelessHD (Optional 11 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 11 Connect to the Internet (Optional 12 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 15 Left View Features 16 Right View Features 17 Back View Features 18 Computer Base and 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...
...Set Up WirelessHD (Optional 11 Set Up Wireless Display (Optional 11 Connect to the Internet (Optional 12 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 15 Left View Features 16 Right View Features 17 Back View Features 18 Computer Base and 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...
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...all safety and setup instructions before connecting your laptop is provided. As always, our technical support staff is designed to provide answers to customer service immediately upon receiving your Alienware M18x! or any area where the laptop may be exposed to complete certain tasks. ...Before Setting Up Your Laptop Product Documentation and Media Congratulations on the purchase of your shipment. Read ...
...all safety and setup instructions before connecting your laptop is provided. As always, our technical support staff is designed to provide answers to customer service immediately upon receiving your Alienware M18x! or any area where the laptop may be exposed to complete certain tasks. ...Before Setting Up Your Laptop Product Documentation and Media Congratulations on the purchase of your shipment. Read ...
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However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 9 Connect the AC Adapter Press the Power Button 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.
However, power connectors and power strips vary among countries. CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 9 Connect the AC Adapter Press the Power Button 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.
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... It is preconfigured with the Microsoft Windows operating system. Connect the Network Cable (Optional) 10 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Set Up Microsoft Windows Your computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time... including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection. To set up Windows for your computer available at support.dell.com. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer unusable and you set up Microsoft Windows. The Windows setup screens will need to complete...
... It is preconfigured with the Microsoft Windows operating system. Connect the Network Cable (Optional) 10 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Set Up Microsoft Windows Your computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for the first time... including accepting license agreements, setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection. To set up Windows for your computer available at support.dell.com. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer unusable and you set up Microsoft Windows. The Windows setup screens will need to complete...
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.... 3. NOTE: It is enabled on setting up the WirelessHD kit, see the document that wireless is recommended to use of purchase. CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 11 Set Up WirelessHD (Optional) Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) The WirelessHD feature allows you to share high-definition video from your WirelessHD kit.
.... 3. NOTE: It is enabled on setting up the WirelessHD kit, see the document that wireless is recommended to use of purchase. CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 11 Set Up WirelessHD (Optional) Set Up Wireless Display (Optional) The WirelessHD feature allows you to share high-definition video from your WirelessHD kit.
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.... 5. To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is enabled on the screen to complete the setup. 12 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 3. To complete setting up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up...
.... 5. To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that wireless is enabled on the screen to complete the setup. 12 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Save and close any open files, and exit any open programs. 3. To complete setting up your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions in "Setting Up...
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CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 13 Contact your ISP for offerings available in the past, the Internet Service Provider (ISP) might have successfully connected in your ISP to select, click ...
CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP 13 Contact your ISP for offerings available in the past, the Internet Service Provider (ISP) might have successfully connected in your ISP to select, click ...
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CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 15
CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 15
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...be used to connect to a pair of headphones or to a powered speaker or sound system. 16 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Connects your computer to a monitor or projector. 7 Audio-out/Headphone/S/PDIF connector - Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for both... monitors and projectors. 6 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - Can also be read. 5 Mini-DisplayPort connector - This chapter provides information about your new laptop to familiarize you with audio programs. 9 Headphone connectors (2) - Connects to the computer. NOTE: Use the S/PDIF adapter that it fits into ...
...be used to connect to a pair of headphones or to a powered speaker or sound system. 16 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Connects your computer to a monitor or projector. 7 Audio-out/Headphone/S/PDIF connector - Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for both... monitors and projectors. 6 USB 3.0 connectors (2) - Can also be read. 5 Mini-DisplayPort connector - This chapter provides information about your new laptop to familiarize you with audio programs. 9 Headphone connectors (2) - Connects to the computer. NOTE: Use the S/PDIF adapter that it fits into ...
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... with print or writing is on /off your video device such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 17 Right View Features 1 2 34 56 1 ExpressCard slot - Connect to charge the device. In such cases, turn off or in -1 Media Card Reader - NOTE: The...
... with print or writing is on /off your video device such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 17 Right View Features 1 2 34 56 1 ExpressCard slot - Connect to charge the device. In such cases, turn off or in -1 Media Card Reader - NOTE: The...
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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 - Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery. 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP
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... - Built-in camera for video chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity indicator - Your display can vary based on or off. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 19 Indicates if the camera is on selections you made when purchasing your computer. Combines with the right digital-array microphone to provide high quality...
... - Built-in camera for video chatting and voice recording. 2 Camera activity indicator - Your display can vary based on or off. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 19 Indicates if the camera is on selections you made when purchasing your computer. Combines with the right digital-array microphone to provide high quality...
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... lit or dark environments. Turns the computer on page 26. 4 Touch pad - Press the keys to provide visibility in the Alienware Command Center. For more information on customizing the backlight, see "Alienware Command Center" on page 21. 7 Power button - For more information, see "Media Control Keys" on page 26. 3 Backlit keyboard - Computer... off when pressed. Indicate if the Caps Lock, Number Lock, or Scroll Lock lights are turned on page 22. 20 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP and right-click functions like those on a mouse. 6 Media control keys (9) -
... lit or dark environments. Turns the computer on page 26. 4 Touch pad - Press the keys to provide visibility in the Alienware Command Center. For more information on customizing the backlight, see "Alienware Command Center" on page 21. 7 Power button - For more information, see "Media Control Keys" on page 26. 3 Backlit keyboard - Computer... off when pressed. Indicate if the Caps Lock, Number Lock, or Scroll Lock lights are turned on page 22. 20 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP and right-click functions like those on a mouse. 6 Media control keys (9) -
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... Center (for more information, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on . Turns on page 26) CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 21 For the exact location, see "Alienware Command Center" on when the keyboard is on page 20. Caps Lock Light The media control keys are located at the top-left side...
... Center (for more information, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on . Turns on page 26) CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 21 For the exact location, see "Alienware Command Center" on when the keyboard is on page 20. Caps Lock Light The media control keys are located at the top-left side...
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...-color The battery is fully charged. The computer is located in the center of your Microsoft Windows operating system. 22 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP The battery is fully charged. The power button is in standby mode. The color indicating the power status can program this button to program this...
...-color The battery is fully charged. The computer is located in the center of your Microsoft Windows operating system. 22 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP The battery is fully charged. The power button is in standby mode. The color indicating the power status can program this button to program this...
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... Microsoft Mobility Center application. AlienFX on/off Press to toggle between external HDMI input source. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 23 Function Keys NOTE: Depending on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the display. F4 - F7 - Touch Pad on/off or switch on the camera. F12 - F2 - F10...
... Microsoft Mobility Center application. AlienFX on/off Press to toggle between external HDMI input source. CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 23 Function Keys NOTE: Depending on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the display. F4 - F7 - Touch Pad on/off or switch on the camera. F12 - F2 - F10...
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... to ONLY ONE of system management, optimization, and customization tools. Alienware Command Center The Alienware Command Center gives you to build a library of the connectors on... your computing environment on your computer. Connecting External Displays If you can access Alienware Command Center by pressing on page 21. Connecting a Display Use the appropriate...purchase the mini-DisplayPort-to-DisplayPort and mini-DisplayPort-to Alienware's exclusive software and is a continuously upgradable control panel. As Alienware releases new programs, they download directly into the Command Center...
... to ONLY ONE of system management, optimization, and customization tools. Alienware Command Center The Alienware Command Center gives you to build a library of the connectors on... your computing environment on your computer. Connecting External Displays If you can access Alienware Command Center by pressing on page 21. Connecting a Display Use the appropriate...purchase the mini-DisplayPort-to-DisplayPort and mini-DisplayPort-to Alienware's exclusive software and is a continuously upgradable control panel. As Alienware releases new programs, they download directly into the Command Center...
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... slot(s). When inserting a blank card, ensure that shipped with your Alienware laptop. 4. Connect one end of the display cable to the display's power connector. 6. Turn on your laptop, and then turn on your laptop is on the top (indicated by an arrow mark on display 2...c. Click Apply to apply your display. Display - Turn off the display and disconnect it from dust and other particles. Turn off your laptop. Customize the following options: a. 1. Extending the Desktop 1. The blank cards protect the unused slots from the power supply. 3. Inserting ...
... slot(s). When inserting a blank card, ensure that shipped with your Alienware laptop. 4. Connect one end of the display cable to the display's power connector. 6. Turn on your laptop, and then turn on your laptop is on the top (indicated by an arrow mark on display 2...c. Click Apply to apply your display. Display - Turn off the display and disconnect it from dust and other particles. Turn off your laptop. Customize the following options: a. 1. Extending the Desktop 1. The blank cards protect the unused slots from the power supply. 3. Inserting ...
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...DVD±R/W drive can read CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-R/W, DVD, DVD+R/W, and DVD-R/W media. After switching on the configuration ordered, your laptop may have one time changes the state of the following drive types. Depending on the camera, you can also record to activate its function ... need to CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R/W, DVD-R/W, and DVD+R Dual Layer (DL) media. Using the Optical Drive Using the Integrated Camera Your laptop has a slot load optical drive. It can also use Windows Movie Maker to indicate each drive's capabilities and media compatibility. Gently pressing this control...
...DVD±R/W drive can read CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-R/W, DVD, DVD+R/W, and DVD-R/W media. After switching on the configuration ordered, your laptop may have one time changes the state of the following drive types. Depending on the camera, you can also record to activate its function ... need to CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R/W, DVD-R/W, and DVD+R Dual Layer (DL) media. Using the Optical Drive Using the Integrated Camera Your laptop has a slot load optical drive. It can also use Windows Movie Maker to indicate each drive's capabilities and media compatibility. Gently pressing this control...