Dell Alienware M17x-R2 User Manual

ALIENWARE® M17x MOBILE MANUAL

10CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: To set up your wireless router, see the documentation that shipped with y

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

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 Back View Features11 AC adapter connector — Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the

15CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 4 DisplayPort connector — Connects your computer to external monitors and projectors with DisplayPort.5 Netw

16CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 4 USB connectors (2) — Connect to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 pl

17CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Display Features12341 Left digital-array microphone — Combines with the right digital-array microphone to pr

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

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

23CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOPCHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP

24CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Connecting External DisplaysIf you want to enjoy your computing environment on a bigger scale visually, or

25CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Using Removable Media and CardsObserve the safety measures below:When no ExpressCard or Media Card (SD/MMC/MS ca

26CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Using the Integrated CameraTurning the Camera On and OPress the key combination <Fn><F9> to switch on or s

27CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Customizing Your Power Settings: Click 1. Start → Control Panel.Click 2. All Control Panel Items.Double-click the 3.

28CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Free Fall SensorFree fall sensor protects your computer hard drive from possible damage, by detecting a free

29CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP System Setup OptionsNOTE: Depending on your computer and installed devices, the items listed in this section may not ap

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

30CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Advanced MenuHigh Denition SoundAllows you to enable or disable the internal high denition audio device.Disabled: e

31CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Performance Options Sub-MenuCPU SpeedDisplays the speed of the processor.Memory FrequencyDisplays the frequency of the

32CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP Power MenuA/C Adapter RatingDisplays the AC adapter rating.A/C Adapter WarningsAllows you to choose if the computer sho

33CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS is chapter provides guidelines and instructions for increasing the processing p

34CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Before You Beginis section provides procedures for removing and installing the component

35CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin wor

36CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Replacing the Battery Packis battery pack can easily be removed and replaced. Ensure tha

37CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing MemoryYour laptop is equipped with a congurable memory unit. e i

38CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 542311 memory module 4 notch2 spring locks (2) 5 memory-module connector3 tabTo replace

39CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive(s)Your laptop is equipped with two hard drive socke

4 CONTENTS CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING ...43Basic Hints and Tips...

40CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Loosen the four captive screws on the secondary hard drive (HDD1).7. Using the pull tab,

41CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Remove the interposer from the hard drive.11. 121 interposer 2 hard driveTo replace the h

42CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS

43CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTINGCHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING

44CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Backup and General MaintenanceAlways backup your important data on a regular basis and keep copies of • your operating sy

45CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Software Diagnostic Tools Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA)e computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series

46CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Starting Alienware Diagnostics From the Resource DiscInsert the Resource disc. 1. Shut down and restart the laptop. 2. W

47CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING A program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyEnd the program:Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously

48CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Verify that the device drivers do not conict with the program.• If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.•

49CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING MemoryMemory errors detected on startupCheck memory modules for correct seating and orientation. Reseat the • memory modu

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

50CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING

51CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERY CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERYCHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERYYour computer ships with the following media:Operating System disc•

52CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERY Dell DataSafe Local BackupDell DataSafe Local Backup is a backup and recovery application that can restore your computer

53CHAPTER 7: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS is chapter provides the basic specications of your computer. For more detailed specications, see the

54CHAPTER 7: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS Computer ModelAlienware M17x-R2DimensionsHeight (Front to Back)51.31 mm to 53.59 mm (2.02 inches to 2.11 inches) Wid

55CHAPTER 7: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS Ports and ConnectorsExpressCard one ExpressCard/54 connector8-in-1 Media Card Reader one combo connectorInfrared one

56CHAPTER 7: BASIC SPECIFICATIONS BatteryOperating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be signicantly reduce

57APPENDIX A: GENERAL AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Computer UseRoute the power cable and all cables away from where people might walk or • trip o

58APPENDIX A: GENERAL AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General Safety PrecautionsMechanical Shock: Your computer should never be subjected to severe

59APPENDIX B: CONTACTING ALIENWARE WebsitesYou can learn about Alienware products and services on the following websites:www.dell.com• www.dell.com/ap

6INTRODUCTION

60APPENDIX C: MACROVISION PRODUCT NOTICE APPENDIX C: MACROVISION PRODUCT NOTICEis product incorporates copyright protection technology that

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7CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOPCHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP

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 AdapterWARNING: e AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide.