Dell Area-51 ALX manual Back Light Button, Top View Features, Accessing the Top Panel Connectors

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Back Light Button

Press the back light button to turn on the light to view the back panel connectors. This light automatically turns off after a few seconds.

CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP

Top View Features

Accessing the Top Panel Connectors

Press the top panel downwards to access the top panel connectors.

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Contents Alienware Desktop Manual 02 /02 Contents Basic Specifications Introduction Setting UP Your Desktop Placing Your Desktop Before Setting Up Your DesktopProduct Documentation and Media Connect the Display Connect the Network Cable Optional Connect the Power Cable Connect to the Internet Optional Set Up Microsoft WindowsSetting Up Your Internet Connection Getting to Know Your Desktop Alienhead Front View FeaturesAppropriate connectors Back View FeaturesBack Panel Connectors Back Light Button Top View FeaturesAccessing the Top Panel Connectors Headphone connector Connects to headphones Top Panel ConnectorsConnecting Devices Connecting External Speakers Connecting a Plug and Play Printer Connecting PrintersConnecting a Non Plug and Play Printer Connecting USB DevicesConnecting Ieee 1394 FireWire Devices Using Your Desktop Working With RAID Alienware Command CenterAlienFX AlienFusionRAID Level 026 /026 Optimizing Performance System Setup Configuring the BiosEntering System Setup System Setup ScreensSystem Setup Options Sata LAN1 BCM5784 Device Suspend Mode Adjust CPU BClk MHz CPU Temperature Sensor Installing Additional or Replacement Components Turning Off Your Desktop Before You BeginBefore Working Inside Your Desktop Opening and Closing the Side Panel Inside View of Your Computer Removing and Replacing Memory Modules Memory module connector Securing clips Tab Notch041 /041 Side panel Release panel Removing and Replacing Hard Drives043 /043 Removing and Replacing Expansion Cards 045/045 Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Backup and General MaintenancePre-Boot System Assessment PSA Software Diagnostic ToolsStarting Alienware Diagnostics From the Support CD/DVD Alienware DiagnosticsCD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R/W, DVD±R/W, or Blu-ray Disc Drive Answers to Common ProblemsComputer does not recognize the disc or drive An audio CD does not produce soundComputer fails the Post ComputerComputer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears Program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyOther software problems Internet connection is slow Hard Drive ProblemsInternet Memory KeyboardMouse DisplayIf the display is blank If the display is difficult to readPrinter PowerPrinter does not turn on Printer does not printSpeakers Game ControllersComputer does not recognize the game controller There is no sound from the speakersSystem Recovery AlienRespawn Using AlienRespawnMicrosoft System Restore Recovery OptionsAdvanced Recovery Factory System RecoveryTo Enable or Change Password Settings Password ProtectionTo Use the AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc Dell DataSafe Local BackupAlienRespawn v2.0 Disc 063/063 Basic Specifications USB PCI Non-Operating Grms Electrostatic Discharge ESD Warning Computer SetupComputer Use Replacement Components or Accessories General Safety PrecautionsWhen Should You Contact Alienware? Websites Appendix B Contacting AlienwareNvidia GeForce GTX 295 Graphics Cards Appendix C Important Information0K830RA00