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... TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 13 Front View Features 14 Left View Features 15 Right View Features 16 Display Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Status Lights 19 Touch Controls 19 Power Button 20 Function Keys 21 Battery Pack 22 Power Management 23 CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING...Connecting External Displays 26 Connecting Printers 28 Connecting USB Devices 29 Connecting FireWire (IEEE 1394) Devices 29 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP 31 Alienware Command Center 32 Stealth Mode 32 Using Removable Media and Cards 32 Using the Optical Drive 33 Using the Integrated Camera 33 Using ...
... TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 13 Front View Features 14 Left View Features 15 Right View Features 16 Display Features 17 Computer Base and Keyboard Features 18 Status Lights 19 Touch Controls 19 Power Button 20 Function Keys 21 Battery Pack 22 Power Management 23 CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING...Connecting External Displays 26 Connecting Printers 28 Connecting USB Devices 29 Connecting FireWire (IEEE 1394) Devices 29 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP 31 Alienware Command Center 32 Stealth Mode 32 Using Removable Media and Cards 32 Using the Optical Drive 33 Using the Integrated Camera 33 Using ...
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... and/or a Phillips head screwdriver for technical information or general use as you . Before setting up your Alienware® M15x! The media included with power cable and video cable (if ordered) • Keyboard (if ordered) • Mouse (if ordered) • Multimedia speakers and sub-woofer (if ordered) ...many of any physical damage that were shipped to complete certain tasks. Product Documentation and Media The documentation that ships with your Alienware® laptop is designed to provide answers to check for include: • Laptop and AC adapter with power cable •...
... and/or a Phillips head screwdriver for technical information or general use as you . Before setting up your Alienware® M15x! The media included with power cable and video cable (if ordered) • Keyboard (if ordered) • Mouse (if ordered) • Multimedia speakers and sub-woofer (if ordered) ...many of any physical damage that were shipped to complete certain tasks. Product Documentation and Media The documentation that ships with your Alienware® laptop is designed to provide answers to check for include: • Laptop and AC adapter with power cable •...
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... YOUR LAPTOP 15 Connects to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents. Provides a fast and convenient way to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 7 IEEE 1394 A connector - Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 VGA connector - Connects...
... YOUR LAPTOP 15 Connects to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents. Provides a fast and convenient way to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 7 IEEE 1394 A connector - Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to power the computer and charge the battery. 3 VGA connector - Connects...
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... communications, multimedia, and security features. In such cases turn off or in standby mode. Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). NOTE: The ExpressCard slot is turned off your computer while charging a USB device, the device ... on the computer to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 16 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Provides support for ExpressCards. Ensure that the side with...
... communications, multimedia, and security features. In such cases turn off or in standby mode. Connects to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player). NOTE: The ExpressCard slot is turned off your computer while charging a USB device, the device ... on the computer to eSATA compatible storage devices (such as external hard drives or optical drives) or USB devices (such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player. 16 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Provides support for ExpressCards. Ensure that the side with...
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... left - Turns the computer on or off when pressed. Indicates if the Scroll Lock, Caps Lock, or Number Lock lights are turned on or off . 2 Keyboard - and right-click functions like those on page 20. 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP For more information, see "Touch Controls" on the keys...
... left - Turns the computer on or off when pressed. Indicates if the Scroll Lock, Caps Lock, or Number Lock lights are turned on or off . 2 Keyboard - and right-click functions like those on page 20. 18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP For more information, see "Touch Controls" on the keys...
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...the Wireless Control" on page 33) Turns on when the keyboard is in Caps Lock mode. In this mode, the embedded numeric keypads can be used. Play or Pause Alienware Command Center (for more information, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on page 18. The touch controls are located at... the top-left side of the keyboard. Eject Increase volume Caps Lock Light Turns on when the...
...the Wireless Control" on page 33) Turns on when the keyboard is in Caps Lock mode. In this mode, the embedded numeric keypads can be used. Play or Pause Alienware Command Center (for more information, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on page 18. The touch controls are located at... the top-left side of the keyboard. Eject Increase volume Caps Lock Light Turns on when the...
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... in the Control Panel of Microsoft® Windows® operating system. The color indicating the power status can program this button, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on standby and hibernate mode, see the Power Options in the Control Panel of your Microsoft Windows operating system. 20 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW...
... in the Control Panel of Microsoft® Windows® operating system. The color indicating the power status can program this button, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on standby and hibernate mode, see the Power Options in the Control Panel of your Microsoft Windows operating system. 20 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW...
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...-left corner of the function keys may have no associated tasks. F12 -Touch Pad on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the keyboard, and is switched off, the touch pad can still work temporarily for less energy consumption. When the touch pad function is used together with the...
...-left corner of the function keys may have no associated tasks. F12 -Touch Pad on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the keyboard, and is switched off, the touch pad can still work temporarily for less energy consumption. When the touch pad function is used together with the...
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... Setup" on page 34). Connecting USB Devices Connecting FireWire (IEEE 1394) Devices Connect USB devices into the IEEE 1394 A connector on your laptop. If your keyboard or mouse uses a USB connection, connect its USB connector into For more information, see the documentation that is included with the device. This connector can...
... Setup" on page 34). Connecting USB Devices Connecting FireWire (IEEE 1394) Devices Connect USB devices into the IEEE 1394 A connector on your laptop. If your keyboard or mouse uses a USB connection, connect its USB connector into For more information, see the documentation that is included with the device. This connector can...
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... inserted in the unused slot(s). When inserting a blank card, ensure that shipped with your laptop. You can access Alienware Command Center by gently touching the touch control located near the top of the keyboard. For the exact location of your selection. The control will illuminate to full brightness until the function is...
... inserted in the unused slot(s). When inserting a blank card, ensure that shipped with your laptop. You can access Alienware Command Center by gently touching the touch control located near the top of the keyboard. For the exact location of your selection. The control will illuminate to full brightness until the function is...
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...® desktop, then shut down for your computer to work incorrectly. To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release in System Setup unless you are an expert computer user. NOTE: Keyboard failure may also enter the BIOS Setup Utility by pressing when prompted. NOTE: If you... the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until the System Setup screen appears. Certain changes can cause your laptop. Turn on the keyboard is divided into five menus: Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, and Exit. Before you use System Setup, it is booting, press immediately...
...® desktop, then shut down for your computer to work incorrectly. To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release in System Setup unless you are an expert computer user. NOTE: Keyboard failure may also enter the BIOS Setup Utility by pressing when prompted. NOTE: If you... the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until the System Setup screen appears. Certain changes can cause your laptop. Turn on the keyboard is divided into five menus: Main, Advanced, Security, Boot, and Exit. Before you use System Setup, it is booting, press immediately...
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..., memory, hard drive, etc. Press to aid in a specific program, see the program's documentation. keyboard, mouse, printer, etc.) are secure. • If any peripherals from the menu and press . To invoke PSA: 1. Turn on (if applicable). • If your computer..., remember the following message appears "Do you are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to reboot your issue. • If an error occurs in diagnosing and resolving your computer. Do you performed the installation or removal...
..., memory, hard drive, etc. Press to aid in a specific program, see the program's documentation. keyboard, mouse, printer, etc.) are secure. • If any peripherals from the menu and press . To invoke PSA: 1. Turn on (if applicable). • If your computer..., remember the following message appears "Do you are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to reboot your issue. • If an error occurs in diagnosing and resolving your computer. Do you performed the installation or removal...
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... the computer, ensuring that it runs in an environment similar to an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. For assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the screen. Check the software documentation. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with this version of... lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. If you restart the computer. Click End Task. Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer.
... the computer, ensuring that it runs in an environment similar to an earlier version of Microsoft Windows operating system environments. For assistance, contact Alienware Technical Support (see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on the screen. Check the software documentation. Click Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with this version of... lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. If you restart the computer. Click End Task. Follow the instructions on your keyboard or moving your computer.
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...to remove dust and lint trapped under limited warranty. 56 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Internet connection is slow Internet performance can of any kind is stuck. Keyboard The keyboard is correct and valid. Spills on web pages. • The multiple browsers, downloads, or programs open the browser. • If the ... turn the computer over to the Internet. • Check if the web address typed in the address bar is not responding Clean the keyboard by using an aerosol can be affected by the following factors: • The condition of the telephone or network cables being used. •...
...to remove dust and lint trapped under limited warranty. 56 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Internet connection is slow Internet performance can of any kind is stuck. Keyboard The keyboard is correct and valid. Spills on web pages. • The multiple browsers, downloads, or programs open the browser. • If the ... turn the computer over to the Internet. • Check if the web address typed in the address bar is not responding Clean the keyboard by using an aerosol can be affected by the following factors: • The condition of the telephone or network cables being used. •...
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... electrical outlet: Ensure that the electrical outlet is recommended that memory modules be installed in a power saving mode: Press a key on the keyboard or press the power button to power your computer. Display If the display is blank NOTE: If you attach an external monitor to the ... on page 45). • Computers using the AC adapter, and then turn on startup • Check memory modules for more information, see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on . Check the AC adapter: Check the AC adapter cable connections and ensure that requires a higher resolution than your computer is on page 73)....
... electrical outlet: Ensure that the electrical outlet is recommended that memory modules be installed in a power saving mode: Press a key on the keyboard or press the power button to power your computer. Display If the display is blank NOTE: If you attach an external monitor to the ... on page 45). • Computers using the AC adapter, and then turn on startup • Check memory modules for more information, see "CONTACTING ALIENWARE" on . Check the AC adapter: Check the AC adapter cable connections and ensure that requires a higher resolution than your computer is on page 73)....
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Turn on the screen. When the Alienware logo appears, press several times to the computer (such as USB ...continue to wait until you lose data due to the operating state it was in your computer. Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on your computer. 4. NOTE: The restoration ...support.dell.com. Disconnect all the data in when you to: • Restore files and folders • Restore your computer, without erasing the existing personal files and data To schedule backups: 4. NOTE: Do not disconnect the monitor, keyboard, mouse...
Turn on the screen. When the Alienware logo appears, press several times to the computer (such as USB ...continue to wait until you lose data due to the operating state it was in your computer. Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on your computer. 4. NOTE: The restoration ...support.dell.com. Disconnect all the data in when you to: • Restore files and folders • Restore your computer, without erasing the existing personal files and data To schedule backups: 4. NOTE: Do not disconnect the monitor, keyboard, mouse...
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Japan 2.0 megapixel CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS 69 M and type - Europe; and Canada; H) • Hi Density-SD (SDHD) Discs/Cards Supported Video cards Display Type (WLED) Keyboard (Backlit) Layouts Camera Pixel MXM 3.0 Type B compliant cards with individual power budget of 35W and 65W • 15.6 inch HD+ (1600 x 900) • 15.6 inch ...
Japan 2.0 megapixel CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS 69 M and type - Europe; and Canada; H) • Hi Density-SD (SDHD) Discs/Cards Supported Video cards Display Type (WLED) Keyboard (Backlit) Layouts Camera Pixel MXM 3.0 Type B compliant cards with individual power budget of 35W and 65W • 15.6 inch HD+ (1600 x 900) • 15.6 inch ...
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... pitch Controls Keyboard (Backlit) Layouts Backlight color Touch pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Width Height • 15.6 inch HD+ (1600 x 900) • 15.6 inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 60 Hz 0° (closed) to 140° 0.2550 mm brightness can be changed by invoking the AlienFX® application in the Alienware Command Center...
... pitch Controls Keyboard (Backlit) Layouts Backlight color Touch pad X/Y position resolution (graphics table mode) Width Height • 15.6 inch HD+ (1600 x 900) • 15.6 inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 60 Hz 0° (closed) to 140° 0.2550 mm brightness can be changed by invoking the AlienFX® application in the Alienware Command Center...