Dell DRF37, P06T Alienware Command Center, Connecting External Displays, Connecting a Display

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CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP

Alienware Command Center

The Alienware® Command Center gives you access to Alienware’s exclusive software and is a continuously upgradable control panel. As Alienware releases new programs, they download directly into the Command Center allowing you to build a library of system management, optimization, and customization tools. You can access Alienware Command Center by pressing <Fn><PAUSE>.

Connecting External Displays

If you want to enjoy your computing environment on a bigger scale visually, or extend your desktop area, you can connect an external display such as a standalone monitor, an LCD TV, or a projector.

Connecting a Display

Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer and display. Refer to the following table to identify the connectors on your computer and display.

NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to ONLY ONE of the connectors on your computer.

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Contents Alienware M11x Mobile Manual Page Contents CONTENTS CONTENTS Page Page Page Chapter Setting UP Your Laptop Before Setting Up Your Laptop Product Documentation and Media Placing Your LaptopConnect the AC Adapter Press the Power Button Connect the Network Cable Optional Set Up Microsoft Windows Setting Up a Wired Connection Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet Connection Getting to Know Your Laptop Left View Features Getting to Know Your LaptopGetting to Know Your Laptop Getting to Know Your Laptop Right View Features Back View Features Getting to Know Your Laptop Display Features Getting to Know Your Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features Getting to Know Your Laptop Power Button On AC adapter Function Keys F1 Extend Desktop F5 Decrease Display Brightness F11 Play or Pause Using Your Laptop Alienware Command Center Connecting External DisplaysConnecting a Display USING Your Laptop USING Your Laptop Using Removable Media and Cards Extending the DesktopUsing the Wireless Control Battery PackPower Management Understanding Power ConsumptionCustomizing Your Power Settings Reducing Power ConsumptionConfiguring the Bios System SetupEntering System Setup System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Options CPUTotal Memory Intel High Definition Sound Sata Operation System Password Computrace FailSafe Asset Tag CD/DVD/BD Exit Saving Installing and Replacing Components Before You Begin Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer INSTALLING and Replacing COMPONENTS Replacing the Battery Pack Captive screws Compartment door Battery pack Battery pack cable Captive screws Upgrading or Replacing Memory Removing the Memory ModulesMemory module Notch Spring locks Memory module connector Tab Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive Assembly Removing the Hard DrivePull-tab Hard drive Hard drive bracket Screws Hard drive2 interposer Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Backup and General Maintenance Things to check Software Diagnostic Tools Pre-Boot System Assessment PSAAlienware Diagnostics Starting Alienware Diagnostics Answers to Common Problems SystemComputer fails the Post Computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears Program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyOther software problems TROUBLESHOOTING Hard Drive Problems Allow the computer to cool before turning it onRun Check Disk Memory errors detected on startup MemoryDisplay If the display is blankPower System Recovery Recovery Options Dell DataSafe Local Backup YSTEM Recovery Dell DataSafe Online Backup YSTEM Recovery Basic Specifications BASIC SPECIFICATIONS USB BASIC SPECIFICATIONS BASIC SPECIFICATIONS BASIC SPECIFICATIONS Appendix General and Electrical Safety Precautions Computer SetupComputer Use Electrostatic Discharge ESD WarningGeneral Safety Precautions When You Should Contact AlienwareReplacement Components or Accessories Contacting Alienware Websites