Alienware m5550 user manual Preface, Using This Manual, Symbols and Conventions

Alienware Area-51 m5550 Technical Reference

Preface

Using This Manual

This User’s Manual contains general information about the hardware and software setup, troubleshooting, and technical specifications of the notebook computer.

Symbols and Conventions

The following conventions and symbols are used in this manual:

•When keys are to be pressed at the same time, a plus (+) symbol is used. For instance, Fn+F7 means holding Fn and F7 keys at the same time.

•When a series of clicking actions is needed in the Windows O/S, [ ] and > symbols are used. For instance, [Start > Settings > Control Panel > Display] means clicking the Start icon first, then the Settings, then

the Control Panel, then the Display icon.

•When you need to make a selection with the touch pad (or mouse), you will be asked to ’select’, ‘click’, ‘double-click’, or ‘right-click’ the item.

Note: Text in this format and symbol indicates specific instructions, commentary, sidelights, or any additional information or notes that you should be aware of.

Warning: Text in this format and symbol indicates that failure to comply with the given instructions or information could result in damage to your computer or could cause bodily harm or loss of life.

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