Alienware M17X manual Right View Features

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CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP

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1Optical drive — Plays or records only standard-size (12 cm) CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs

(optional). Ensure that the side with print or writing is facing upward when inserting discs. For more information, see “Using the Optical Drive“ on page 45.

29-in-1 Media Card Reader — Provides a fast and convenient way to view and share digital photos, music, videos, and documents.

3 USB 2.0 connectors (2) — Connect to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player.

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Contents Page Page Alienware M17x Mobile Manual Page Contents CONTENTS CONTENTS Page Page Page Chapter Setting UP Your Laptop Before Setting Up Your Laptop Placing Your Laptop Product Documentation and MediaConnect the AC Adapter Press the Power Button Connect the Network Cable Optional Set Up Microsoft Windows Set Up WirelessHD Optional Set Up Wireless Display Optional Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up a Wired ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up Your Internet Connection Getting to Know Your Laptop Getting to Know Your Laptop Left View FeaturesGetting to Know Your Laptop Getting to Know Your Laptop Right View Features Getting to Know Your Laptop Back View Features Display Features Getting to Know Your Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features Getting to Know Your Laptop Caps Lock Light Status LightsMedia Control Keys Power Button On AC adapter Function Keys FI Suspend ModeF5 Decrease Display Brightness F11 AlienFX on/off Using Your Laptop Alienware Command Center Connecting External DisplaysConnecting a Display USING Your Laptop USING Your Laptop Extending the Desktop Using Removable Media and Cards DVD±R/W Using the Optical DriveTurning the Camera On and Off Using the Integrated CameraUsing the Wireless Control FastAccess Facial RecognitionBattery Pack Understanding Power Consumption Power ManagementReducing Power Consumption Customizing Your Power SettingsNVidia Optimus Technology Optional Changing the Application Profile Settings Free Fall Sensor System Setup Configuring the BiosSystem Setup Screens Entering System SetupSystem Setup Options CPU Intel SpeedStep High Definition CPU Turbo Mode Charger Behavior Override Turbo Memory Frequency DGX CD/DVD/BD Exit Saving USING Your Laptop Installing and Replacing Components Before You Begin Turning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your Computer INSTALLING and Replacing COMPONENTS Replacing the Battery Pack Battery bay Battery pack Battery latch Upgrading or Replacing Memory Removing the Memory Modules Screws Compartment door Memory module Notch Spring locks Memory module connector Tab Removing the Hard Drives Upgrading or Replacing the Hard DrivesScrews Compartment door Pull tab Captive screws Primary hard-drive assembly Pull tab Captive screws Secondary hard-drive assembly Hard drive Screws Hard-drive bracket Hard drive Interposer INSTALLING and Replacing COMPONENTS Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Backup and General Maintenance Things to check Software Diagnostic Tools TROUBLESHOOTING Computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears Answers to Common ProblemsSystem Computer fails the PostProgram stops responding or crashes repeatedly Other software problems TROUBLESHOOTING Hard Drive Problems Allow the computer to cool before turning it onRun Check Disk If the display is blank Memory errors detected on startupMemory DisplayPower TROUBLESHOOTING System Recovery AlienRespawn AlienRespawn Basic100 101 Upgrading to AlienRespawn ProfessionalDell DataSafe Online Backup Optional My Dell Downloads102 Specifications PECIFICATIONS 104105 106 USB 107108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 Appendix 120 Computer SetupComputer Use Electrostatic Discharge ESD Warning121 122 General Safety PrecautionsWhen You Should Contact Alienware Replacement Components or Accessories123 Contacting Alienware124 Websites125

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