Dell Area-51 ALX manual Connecting External Speakers

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Connecting External Speakers

Your Alienware desktop has five integrated audio out connectors and one audio in connector. The audio out connectors deliver quality sound and support 7.1 surround audio. You can connect the audio input connector from a home stereo or speaker system for a heightened gaming and media experience.

NOTE: On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card.

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CHAPTER 3: CONNECTING DEVICES

1 Side L/R surround connector — Connects to side L/R surround speakers.

2 Rear L/R surround connector — Connects to rear L/R surround speakers.

3 Center/subwoofer connector — Connects to a center speaker or subwoofer.

4Line-in connector — Connects to recording or playback devices such as a microphone, cassette player, CD player, or VCR.

5 Front L/R line-out connector — Connects to front L/R speakers.

6 Microphone connector — Connects to a microphone for voice or audio input into a sound or telephony program.

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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 Set Up Microsoft Windows Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up Your Internet Connection Getting to Know Your Desktop Front View Features AlienheadBack View Features Appropriate connectorsBack Panel Connectors Back Light Button Top View FeaturesAccessing the Top Panel Connectors Top Panel Connectors Headphone connector Connects to headphonesConnecting Devices Connecting External Speakers Connecting Printers Connecting a Plug and Play PrinterConnecting a Non Plug and Play Printer Connecting USB DevicesConnecting Ieee 1394 FireWire Devices Using Your Desktop Alienware Command Center Working With RAIDAlienFX AlienFusionRAID Level 026 /026 Optimizing Performance Configuring the Bios System SetupEntering 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 Before You Begin Turning Off Your DesktopBefore Working Inside Your Desktop Opening and Closing the Side Panel Inside View of Your Computer Memory module connector Securing clips Tab Notch Removing and Replacing Memory Modules041 /041 Removing and Replacing Hard Drives Side panel Release panel043 /043 Removing and Replacing Expansion Cards 045/045 Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance Basic Hints and TipsSoftware Diagnostic Tools Pre-Boot System Assessment PSAAlienware Diagnostics Starting Alienware Diagnostics From the Support CD/DVDAnswers to Common Problems CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R/W, DVD±R/W, or Blu-ray Disc DriveComputer does not recognize the disc or drive An audio CD does not produce soundComputer Computer fails the PostComputer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears Program stops responding or crashes repeatedlyOther software problems Internet connection is slow Hard Drive ProblemsInternet Keyboard MemoryDisplay MouseIf the display is blank If the display is difficult to readPower PrinterPrinter does not turn on Printer does not printGame Controllers SpeakersComputer does not recognize the game controller There is no sound from the speakersSystem Recovery Using AlienRespawn AlienRespawnRecovery Options Microsoft System RestoreAdvanced Recovery Factory System RecoveryPassword Protection To Enable or Change Password SettingsTo 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? Appendix B Contacting Alienware WebsitesAppendix C Important Information Nvidia GeForce GTX 295 Graphics Cards0K830RA00