Alienware M17X manual Using the Optical Drive, Dvd±R/W

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CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP

Using the Optical Drive

Your laptop has a slot load optical drive. Depending on the configuration ordered, your laptop may have one of the following drive types. These logos are used to indicate each drive’s capabilities and media compatibility.

DVD±R/W

DVD±R/W drive can read CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-R/W, DVD, DVD+R/W,

 

and DVD-R/W media.

Blu-ray Disc

Combo/Triple

Layer (optional)

Blu-ray drive can read CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-R/W, DVD, DVD+R/W, DVD-R/W, DVD+R, BD-ROM media.

It can also record to CD-R, CD-R/W, DVD+R/W, DVD-R/W, DVD+R media.

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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 Connecting a Display Alienware Command CenterConnecting External Displays 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 Run Check Disk Hard Drive ProblemsAllow the computer to cool before turning it on If the display is blank Memory errors detected on startupMemory DisplayPower TROUBLESHOOTING System Recovery 100 AlienRespawnAlienRespawn Basic 101 Upgrading to AlienRespawn Professional102 Dell DataSafe Online Backup OptionalMy Dell Downloads Specifications PECIFICATIONS 104105 106 USB 107108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 Appendix 120 Computer Setup121 Computer UseElectrostatic Discharge ESD Warning 122 General Safety PrecautionsWhen You Should Contact Alienware Replacement Components or Accessories123 Contacting Alienware124 Websites125
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