Alienware M18X manual Status Lights, Media Control Keys

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Status Lights

The three status lights are located at the top-left side of the keyboard. For the exact location, see “Computer Base and Keyboard Features” on page 20.

Caps Lock Light

Turns on when the keyboard is in Caps Lock mode. In this mode, all characters you type are in uppercase.

Number Lock Light

Turns on when the keyboard is in Num Lock mode. In this mode, the embedded numeric keypads can be used.

Scroll Lock Light

Turns on when the scroll lock option is on.

Media Control Keys

The media control keys are located at the top-right side of the keyboard. For the exact location, see “Computer Base and Keyboard Features” on page 20. To activate, press the desired keys. The keys will illuminate temporarily to confirm your selection.

Decrease volume	Fast Forward or Play next
	track
Increase volume	Eject
Mute the sound	Wireless Control - Switch
	wireless communications
	on/off
Rewind or Play previous track	(for more information, see
	“Using the Wireless Control”
	on page 28)
Play or Pause	Alienware Command Center
	(for more information, see
	“Alienware Command Center”
	on page 26)

CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP

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Contents Mobile Manual Page Contents System Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 對 Page Page Setting UP Your Laptop Before Setting Up Your Laptop Product Documentation and MediaPlacing Your Laptop Connect the AC Adapter Connect the Network Cable Optional Set Up Microsoft Windows Set Up Wireless Display Optional Set Up WirelessHD OptionalSetting Up a Wired Connection Setting Up a Wireless ConnectionConnect to the Internet Optional Setting Up Your Internet Connection Setting UP Your Laptop Getting to Know Your Laptop Left View Features Right View Features Back View Features Display Features Computer Base and Keyboard Features Media Control Keys Status LightsOn AC adapter Power ButtonFunction Keys FI Suspend ModeGetting to Know Your Laptop Using Your Laptop Alienware Command Center Connecting External DisplaysConnecting a Display Extending the Desktop Using Removable Media and CardsUsing the Integrated Camera Using the Optical DriveUsing the Wireless Control Turning the Camera On and OffBattery Pack Power ManagementUnderstanding Power Consumption Reducing Power Consumption Customizing Your Power SettingsChanging the Application Profile Settings Free Fall SensorSystem Setup Configuring the BiosEntering System Setup System Setup ScreensCPU System Setup OptionsIntel SpeedStep Sata Hard Drive DMC CD/DVD/BD Installing Additional or Replacement Components Turning Off Your Computer Before You BeginBefore Working Inside Your Computer Replacing the Battery Pack Removing the Memory Modules Upgrading or Replacing MemoryMemory module Notch Spring locks Memory-module connector Tab Removing the Hard Drives Upgrading or Replacing the Hard DrivesDisconnect the interposer from the hard drives Screws Secondary hard drive HDD1 Primary hard drive HDD0 Installing Additional or Replacement Components Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Backup and General MaintenanceEnhanced Pre-Boot System Assessment Software Diagnostic ToolsComputer Startup Problems Answers to Common ProblemsComputer fails the Post Computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appearsSoftware Problems Other software problemsProgram stops responding or crashes repeatedly Hard Drive Problems Allow the computer to cool before turning it onRun Check Disk Display Problems Memory ProblemsPower Problems Memory errors detected on startupTroubleshooting System Recovery AlienRespawn Basic AlienRespawnUpgrading to AlienRespawn Professional Dell DataSafe Online Backup OptionalMy Dell Downloads Specifications Specifications USB Maxim MAX9736A Specifications Specifications Relative humidity maximum Specifications Appendix Computer Setup Computer UseElectrostatic Discharge ESD Warning General Safety Precautions When You Should Contact AlienwareReplacement Components or Accessories Websites Contacting AlienwareAppendix 0P38V4A00