Alienware m5550 user manual Adding a Mini-PCI Type Wireless LAN Card Optional Device

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Alienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference

Adding a Mini-PCI Type Wireless LAN Card (Optional Device)

Your computer comes with a unique Mini PCI Card socket, which is located next to the DRAM socket and underneath the WLAN Module Cover. The socket allows the computer to add unique features such as wireless LAN (IEEE802.11x). Ask your dealer about the availability of the mini PCI card.

Warning: Installing a mini PCI card is a delicate process. Please observe the following instructions carefully or have a qualified technician install it for you. Damages due to mishandling of this procedure are NOT covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.

Warning: Installing the mini PCI card while your computer is in Suspend or Power- Saving Mode may cause permanent damage to the hardware. Make sure you turn off the power and unplug the AC cord before proceeding with a memory upgrade.

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Contents Alienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference Table of Contents Bios Setup and Security Upgrading Your Computer Using This Manual Symbols and ConventionsPreface Here are some ways of taking care of your AC adapter Cleaning the Ventilation Grills When cleaning the computer, observe these stepsChapter Summaries Chapter ONE Getting to Know the Basics Performance Features Firewire IEEE1394 / 1394a and USB2.0 Ports Wireless LANEthernet Port Top View LCD Latch System At a GlanceKeyboard Touch Pad Disable / Enable ButtonLED Status Indicator Power / Suspend ButtonWindows Media Player Quick Key Silent Mode ButtonOutlook Express Quick Key Internet Explorer Quick KeyFront and Rear View Wireless On/Off SwitchPower Jack DC-in Battery PackKensington Lock Key Hole Ventilation GrillMicrophone Jack Audio Volume DialSide Views Stereo Headphone / SPDIF-out JackTV S-Video Port Firewire / IEEE1394 / 1394a PortUSB2.0 Port DVI-I PortExpressCard Slot Battery Pack and Battery Latch Bottom ViewHard Disk Drive Cover Alienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference System Device Cover AC Plug DC-out ConnectorAC Adapter AdapterSystem & Power Status Indicators Function Keys Quick Keys Keyboard FeaturesEmbedded Numeric Keypad Windows KeysStart Key Application Menu KeyTips on Using the Touch Pad Opening and Closing the Display Panel Adjusting the Display BrightnessGraphics Subsystem Extending the Life of the TFT Display DeviceModem Audio SubsystemTo change the modem setting, do the following Chapter TWO Bios Setup and Security Feature Alienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference Entering the Bios Setup Screen Leaving the Bios Setup ScreenBios Action Keys Boot Settings Configuration Modifying the Bios SettingsBoot Setup Main SetupRealtek Boot Agent To boot from. If Realtek Disabled Using Password Protection Security SetupExit Setup Power SetupChapter Three Battery Power & Power Management Very Low Battery Warning Battery PackLithium-Ion Battery Battery Low-Power Warning Low Battery WarningAlienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference To Remove the Battery Pack Installing and Removing the Battery PackTo Install the Battery Pack Charging the Battery and Charging TimeChecking the Battery Level Prolonging the Battery’s Life and Usage Cycles Windows’ Power Schemes Using Windows Power OptionsAlienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference Suspend Mode Standby SuspendHibernate Suspend Power Button Action Low Battery Warning Power Menu Quick Access Windows’ Power Plans Alienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference Suspend Mode Power Button Action M5550-04-2007-techref.indd 2007 122951 PM Power Menu Quick Access Chapter Four Upgrading Your Computer Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Alienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference Alienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference Upgrading the System Memory Installing a memory module Dimm into the system Alienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference Adding a Mini-PCI Type Wireless LAN Card Optional Device Installing a Mini PCI Card into the System Replace the System Device Cover and 9 Screw D’s Chapter Five Troubleshooting Alienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference Audio Problems No speaker outputSound cannot be recorded Hard disk drive has reached its capacity Hard Disk ProblemsHard disk drive does not work or is not recognizable Hard drive is making abnormal whining noisesFiles are corrupted Hard disk takes longer to read a fileDisk cannot be ejected Optical Drive ProblemsOptical drive does not work Drive does not read any disksScreen flickers Display ProblemsDisplay panel is blank when the system is turned on Screen is difficult to readBuilt-in keyboard accepts no input Keyboard and Mouse ProblemsCharacters on the screen repeat when I type Built-in touch pad performs erraticallyMemory Problems Cmos Battery ProblemConnection difficulties Modem Problems Built-in modem does not respondEthernet adapter does not work Network Adapter / Ethernet ProblemsPC card cannot be recognized PC Card / Pcmcia ProblemsWindows crashes or freezes when you remove the PC card PC Cards do not functionPerformance Problems Computer becomes hotProgram appears to have stopped or runs very slowly Firewire IEEE1394 and USB2.0 Problems USB device does not workIEEE1394 port does not work Appendix a Product Specifications Audio Processor and Core LogicSystem Memory DisplayStorage Firewire IEEE1394aModem LAN / EthernetExpress Card New Card & Multiple Card Reader Ports and ConnectorsBattery Pack / AC Adapter Keyboard & Touch padPhysical Specification BiosAppendix B Agency Regulatory Notices Declaration of Conformity Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications Connections to Peripheral DevicesCanadian Notice European NoticePower Cord Requirement CanadaJapan Other Countries Telephone Lines Requirement Battery Pack SafetyLithium Battery Warning / Bridge Battery Warning Laser SafetyConnecting to the Network EthernetCabling Restriction for Networks