Alienware Aurora manual Power

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Power

When you press the power button, the computer does not turn on

If the computer is connected into a surge protector or UPS, ensure that the surge protector or UPS is securely connected to an electrical outlet, is switched on and is working correctly.

Ensure that the electrical outlet is working properly by testing another device such as a radio or lamp that is known to be working. If the electrical outlet is not working, contact an electrician or your power company for further assistance.

Ensure all devices on the computer are properly connected to your computer and that the computer is properly connected to the surge protector or UPS.

When the computer is connected into an electric outlet, press the diagnostic button and observe the diagnostic light (to locate the diagnostic button and diagnostic light, see “Back View Features” on page 17) .

If the diagnostic light turns ON, the power supply is functioning as designed.

If the diagnostic light does not turn ON, there may be a problem with the computer.

For further assistance, contact Alienware support (see “CONTACTING ALIENWARE“ on page 66).

CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING

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Contents Alienware Desktop Manual Page Contents Page Page Page Setting UP Your Desktop Product Documentation and Media Before Setting Up Your DesktopPlacing Your Desktop Connect the Display Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button Connect to the Internet Optional Set Up Microsoft WindowsSetting Up a Wired Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting UP Your Desktop Getting to Know Front View Features Back View Features Back Light Button Back Panel Connectors Connecting External Speakers Accessing the Top Panel Connectors Top View FeaturesTop Panel Connectors Using Your Desktop AlienFusion Alienware Command CenterWorking With RAID AlienFXRAID Level RAID 1+0 Optimizing Performance Performance TuningUsing System Setup Using SoftwareSystem Setup Screens Configuring the BiosSystem Setup Entering System SetupCache L3 System Setup OptionsAcpi Apic USB Functions CPU IOH Change Supervisor Password Installing Additional or Replacement Components Turning Off Your Desktop Before You BeginBefore Working Inside Your Desktop Removing and Replacing the Side Panel Memory modules Graphics cards Optical drives Hard drives Installing Additional or Replacement Components Memory module connector Tab Notch Hard drive Release tabs Removing and Replacing Hard DrivesHard drive Hard-drive bracket Shroud Shroud button Removing and Replacing Expansion CardsPCI Express x16 card Securing tab Connector Installing Additional or Replacement Components Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Backup and General MaintenancePre-Boot System Assessment PSA Software Diagnostic ToolsStarting Alienware Diagnostics From the Resource DVD Alienware DiagnosticsComputer fails the Post Computer ProblemsProgram stops responding or crashes repeatedly Computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appearsOther software problems Memory Hard Drive ProblemsDisplay Power Troubleshooting System Recovery Dell DataSafe Local Backup Specifications Mm to 447 mm 16.77 inches to 17.59 inches MHz and I333 MHz USB Grms Computer Use Computer SetupElectrostatic Discharge ESD Warning Replacement Components or Accessories When Should You Contact Alienware?Websites Appendix B Contacting AlienwareNvidia GeForce GTX 295 Graphics Cards Appendix C Important Information0JYTRGA00