Dell P776N, P01E manual Introduction

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INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Dear Valued Alienware Customer,

Welcome to the Alienware family. We are thrilled to include you among the growing number of savvy high-performance mobile users.

The Alienware technicians who have crafted your machine have made certain that your high-performance mobile is properly optimized and performs to its fullest potential. We build machines with one single unwavering purpose: Build It As If It Were Your Own. The technicians will not rest until your new machine meets or exceeds our very demanding criteria!

We have tested your machine extensively in order to ensure that you enjoy the highest levels of performance. In addition to a standard burn-in period, your system has been evaluated using real-world tools such as synthetic performance benchmarks.

We invite you to share your experience with your new high-performance mobile with us, so please do not hesitate to either e-mail or call Alienware with any questions or concerns. The entire staff shares your enthusiasm for new technology and we hope that you enjoy using your new mobile as much as Alienware enjoyed building it for you.

Sincerely,

Alienware Staff

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Contents Alienware M17x Mobile Manual 02/02 Contents 04 /04 Introduction Before Setting Up Your Notebook Setting UP Your NotebookProduct Documentation and Media Setting Up Your Alienware MobileLocation and Positioning of Your Notebook Connect the AC Adapter to the Back of Your NotebookConnecting to a Home Network Press the Power Button Windows Vista SetupConnecting to the Internet Getting to Know Your Examining Your Notebook Back View Features Front View FeaturesRight View Features Left View FeaturesTop View Features Bottom View Features Status LEDs Power ButtonFunction Keys Touch ControlsF5 Decrease Display Brightness Removing and Replacing the Battery Pack Battery PackRecharging the Battery Pack Questions and Answers Battery MaintenanceUnderstanding Power Consumption Power ManagementCustomizing Your Notebook’s Power Settings Reducing Power ConsumptionConnecting Devices Extending the Desktop Connecting External DisplaysConnecting a Display Connecting External Speakers Connecting USB Devices Connecting PrintersConnecting FireWire Ieee 1394 Devices Connecting a Plug and Play PrinterAlienware Command Center Using Your NotebookUsing Removable Media and Cards Stealth ModeUsing the Optical Drive Using the Integrated WebcamRAID Level Working With RAIDSystem Setup Configuring the BiosEntering System Setup System Setup ScreensSata ODD System Setup OptionsAdvanced Menu USB Emulation Graphics Settings Sub-Menu Hybrid Graphics Cmos Installing Additional Or Replacement Components Before Working Inside Your Notebook Before You BeginTurning Off Your Notebook Upgrading/Replacing Memory Compartment door Front of the notebook Captive screws Removing the Memory ModulesMemory module connector Spring locks Tab Notch Removing the Hard Drives Upgrading/Replacing Hard Drives038 /038 Secondary Hard Drive HDD1 Basic Hints and Tips TroubleshootingThings to check before troubleshooting Backup and General MaintenancePre-Boot System Assessment PSA Software Diagnostic ToolsStarting Alienware Diagnostics From the Support CD/DVD Alienware DiagnosticsComputer does not recognize the disc or drive Answers to Common ProblemsAn audio CD does not produce sound DVD or Blu-ray movie does not playComputer fails the Post SystemComputer stops responding/a solid blue screen appears Program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyOther software problems Hard Drive ProblemsMemory InternetKeyboard If the display is difficult to read MonitorIf the display is blank Mouse PowerPrinter Game ControllersThere is no sound from the speakers external SpeakersSystem Recovery AlienRespawn Using AlienRespawnMicrosoft System Restore Advanced Recovery Password ProtectionFactory System Recovery To Enable or Change Password SettingsTo Use the AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc AlienRespawn v2.0 DiscBasic Specifications USB 057/057 Computer Setup Appendix a General and Electrical Safety PrecautionsGeneral Safety Precautions Computer UseReplacement Components or Accessories When You Should Contact AlienwareWhen setting up the equipment for use General Safety InformationWhen operating your equipment General Power Safety When Working Inside Your DeviceProtecting Against Electrostatic Discharge If your computer uses an AC adapterTV Antenna Safety Instructions Portable Device Battery SafetyExample of Antenna Grounding Ergonomic InstructionsEnvironmental Considerations Battery DisposalRecycling Information Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Weee DirectiveExport Regulations For Products With Wireless LAN / 802.11 InterfacesPerchlorate Material Restrictions of Usage InformationFrance Restriktioner af brugsinformationItaly For produkter med trådløs LAN / 802.11 grænsefladeInformations sur les restrictions relatives à l’utilisation Informatie over beperkingen in gebruikInformazioni sulle limitazioni all’uso Per prodotti con interfacce wireless LAN/802.11Italie FranciaИнформация об ограничении на использование Restriksjoner på brukerinformasjonItalia For produkter med trådløse LAN / 802.11-nettverkskortPara productos con interfaces LAN inalámbricas Restricciones sobre la información de usoEuropean Union Other Country Specific InformationDanmark United StatesSverige Norge依照商品檢驗法案第 11 條條文，Dell 提供對於本文件所涉及產品在台灣地區認證機構的公司聯絡細節 Terms and Conditions of Sale Information075/075 THEREUNDER, or ANY CLAIM, Dispute or Controversy Whether Software Retail Purchaser End User AgreementOther Documents Return Policies ExchangesNot For Resale or Export Governing Law Service and SupportLimitation of Liability What is not covered by this limited hardware warranty? What is covered by this limited hardware warranty?Limited Warranties and Return Policy Binding ArbitrationHow long does this limited hardware warranty last? What will Dell do? What do I do if I need warranty service?May I transfer the limited hardware warranty? What if I purchased a service contract?Dell Return Policy U.S. Only How will you fix my product?083/083 084/084 085 /085 Exceptions to Dell’s 30-day return policy Dell Return Policy Canada OnlyThird-Party Software and Peripherals Products Dell and Alienware Software and Peripherals Canada OnlyAppendix D Dell Software License Agreement Limited WarrantyGeneral Open Source SoftwareGovernment Restricted Rights Websites Appendix E Contacting AlienwareAppendix F Important Information Printed on recycled paper