Dell Alienware 039YVGA00 Specifications

ALIENWARE® M15x MOBILE MANUALDownloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

10CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Set Up Microsoft WindowsCAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system’s setup process. Doing so may render your c

11CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionISPs and ISP oerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for oerings available

12CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Windows® 7Click 1. Start → Control Panel.Click 2. Network and Internet→ Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a co

13CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP is chapter provides information about your new laptop to familiarize you with its various features, and get

14CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 1 Left speaker — Combines with the right speaker to provide high quality stereo sound.2 Infrared port — Conn

15CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 1 Security cable slot — Attaches a commercially available antitheft device to the computer.NOTE: Before you

16CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 3 Optical drive — Plays or records only standard-size (12 cm) CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs (optional). Ensur

17CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Display Features12 3 41 Left digital array microphone — Combines with the right digital array microphone to

18CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Computer Base and Keyboard Features6541321 Status lights (3) — Indicates if the Scroll Lock, Caps Lock, or N

19CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Status Lightse three status lights are located at the top-left side of the keyboard. For the exact location

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20CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Power ButtonYou can program this button to perform actions like shutting down the operating system or enteri

21CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Function Keys NOTE: Depending on the conguration of the laptop you purchased, some of the function keys may

22CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Battery PackYour laptop is equipped with a high-energy rechargeable lithium ion (Li-ion) battery p

23CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Q: I did not use my spare battery for a few days. Even though it was fully recharged, there

24CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Customizing Your Power Settings: Windows Vista®Click 1. Start → Control Panel. Click 2. Classic View from

25CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES is chapter provides information about connecting optional devices to your laptop to enhance your audio, visu

26CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting External DisplaysIf you want to enjoy your computing environment on a bigger scale visually, or

27CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES Two types of audio connectors:1 21 stereo jack — Your headphone jack should have this type of connector 2 mono jack —

28CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting PrintersConnecting a Plug and Play PrinterIf your printer supports plug and play, Microsoft Windows

29CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting USB DevicesConnect USB devices into an available USB connector on your laptop. Microsoft Windows will det

3 CONTENTSCONTENTSINTRODUCTION ...5CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP ...

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31CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOPCHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOPDownloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

32CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP Alienware Command Centere Alienware® Command Center gives you access to Alienware’s exclusive software and is

33CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP Using the Optical DriveYour laptop has a slot load optical drive. Depending on the conguration ordered, your laptop ma

34CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP Conguring the BIOSSystem Setupe System Setup options allow you to:Change the system conguration information after yo

35CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP System Setup OptionsNOTE: Depending on your computer and installed devices, the items listed in this section may not ap

36CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP Advanced MenuWireless NetworkAllows you to enable or disable the internal wireless device.Disabled: e internal wireles

37CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP Performance Options Sub-MenuMemory FrequencyDisplays the frequency of the memory.Memory Channel ModeDisplays the memory

38CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP Security MenuComputrace®Allows you to activate or disable the BIOS module interface of the optional Computrace® Service

39CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR LAPTOP Exit MenuExit Saving ChangesAllows you to exit System Setup and save your changes to CMOS.Exit Discarding ChangesAllows

4 CONTENTS CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING ...49Basic Hints and Tips...

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41CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS is chapter provides guidelines and instructions for increasing the processing p

42CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Before You Beginis section provides procedures for removing and installing the component

43CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin wor

44CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Replacing the Battery Packis battery pack can easily be removed and replaced. Ensure tha

45CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing MemoryYour laptop is equipped with a congurable memory unit. e i

46CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 124351 memory module connector 4 spring locks (2)2 notch 5 memory module3 tabTo replace

47CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing the Hard DriveYour laptop is equipped with one hard drive socket.

48CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Remove the interposer from the hard drive.7. 121 interposer 2 hard driveTo replace the ha

49CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTINGCHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTINGDownloaded from LpManual.com Manuals

5INTRODUCTION Dear Valued Alienware Customer,Welcome to the Alienware family. We are thrilled to include you among the growing number of s

50CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Backup and General MaintenanceAlways backup your important data on a regular basis and keep copies of • your operating sy

51CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Software Diagnostic Tools Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA)e computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series

52CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Starting Alienware Diagnostics From the Support DiscInsert the Support disc. 1. Shut down and restart the laptop. 2. Whe

53CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Shut down your computer, disconnect the power cable, and open your • computer. Ensure that the cables are properly connec

54CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING A program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyEnd the program:Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously

55CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Windows® 7Click 1. Start → Control Panel→ Programs→ Programs and Features→ Use an older program with this version of Wi

56CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING InternetCannot browse the Internet or the Unable to locate host error message appears:Check if you are connected to the I

57CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING MemoryMemory errors detected on startupCheck memory modules for correct seating and orientation. Reseat the • memory modu

58CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Mousee mouse is not workingCheck if the mouse cable is properly connected to the USB connector on • your computer.Check

59CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING PowerWhen you press the power button, the computer does not turn onIf the AC adapter is connected to a surge protector or

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60CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Disconnect headphones from the headphone connector:Sound from the speakers is automatically disabled when headpho

61CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERYCHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERYYour computer ships with the following media:Recovery CD or DVD• —

62CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY AlienRespawn v2.0NOTE: Back up all data before initiating a system recovery. Backup functionality is included i

63CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY Advanced Recoveryis method will completely reformat your hard drive and return your computer to its original factory con

64CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY To Enable or Change Password SettingsClick 1. Start → All Programs → AlienRespawn v2.0.Click the icon labeled 2. Respa

65CHAPTER 7: SYSTEM RECOVERY Turn on your computer.3. When the Alienware logo appears, press <F8> several times to access the 4. Advanced Boot O

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67CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS is chapter provides the basic specications of your computer. For more detailed specications, see the Comprehensiv

68CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS Computer ModelAlienware M15xDimensionsHeight 48.7 mm (1.92 inches) - Front and BackWidth 377.93 mm (14.88 inches)Dep

69CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS AC AdapterType 150 WOutput current 7.7 A (continuous)Rated output voltage 19.5 VDCCommunicationsNetwork adapter 10/1

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70CHAPTER 8: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS BatteryTemperature range Operating 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F)Storage –20° to 60°C (–4° to 140°F)Coin-cell battery CR-

71APPENDIX A: GENERAL AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Computer UseRoute the power cable and all cables away from where people might walk or • trip o

72APPENDIX A: GENERAL AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General Safety PrecautionsMechanical Shock: Your computer should never be subjected to severe

73APPENDIX B: CONTACTING ALIENWARE WebsitesYou can learn about Alienware products and services on the following websites:www.dell.com• www.dell.com/ap

74APPENDIX C: IMPORTANT INFORMATION APPENDIX C: IMPORTANT INFORMATIONBACKUP ANY DATA YOU HAVE BEFORE INITIATING A SYSTEM RECOVERY OR • SENDING YOUR CO

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8CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Product Documentation and Mediae documentation that ships with your Alienware® laptop is designed to provide answe

9CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Press the Power ButtonConnect the AC Adapter WARNING: e AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide