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Setting UP Your Laptop
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39YVG
P08G
039YVGA00
P08G001
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Troubleshooting
Specs
FAQ
Password
Connecting Devices
Dimension
Maintenance
Configuring the Bios
Answers to Common Problems
Software Diagnostic Tools
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CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP
CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP
CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP
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Contents
Alienware M15x Mobile Manual
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Contents
Appendix a General and Electrical Safety Precautions
Introduction
Introduction
Setting UP Your Laptop
Product Documentation and Media
Before Setting Up Your Laptop
Placing Your Laptop
Connect the AC Adapter
Connect to the Internet Optional
Connect the Network Cable Optional Set Up Microsoft Windows
Setting Up a Wireless Connection
Windows
Your Laptop
Getting to Know
Front View Features
Left View Features
Right View Features
Display Features
Computer Base and Keyboard Features
Touch Controls
Status Lights
On AC adapter
Power Button
Function Keys
FI Suspend Mode
Frequently Asked Questions
Battery Pack
Recharging the Battery Pack
Battery Maintenance
Understanding Power Consumption
Power Management
Reducing Power Consumption
Customizing Your Power Settings
Connecting Devices
Connecting a Display
Connecting External Displays
Extending the Desktop
Connecting External Speakers
Connecting a Plug and Play Printer
Connecting Printers
Connecting a Non Plug and Play Printer
Connecting FireWire Ieee 1394 Devices
Connecting USB Devices
Connecting Devices
Using Your Laptop
Stealth Mode
Alienware Command Center
Using Removable Media and Cards
Turning the Camera On and Off
Using the Optical Drive
Using the Integrated Camera
Using the Wireless Control
System Setup Screens
Configuring the Bios
System Setup
Entering System Setup
CPU
System Setup Options
Wireless
Memory Channel Mode
Adapter
Exit Saving
Using Your Laptop
Installing Additional or Replacement Components
Turning Off Your Computer
Before You Begin
Before Working Inside Your Computer
Replacing the Battery Pack
Removing the Memory Modules
Upgrading or Replacing Memory
Memory module door Captive screws
Removing the Hard Drive
Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive
Installing Additional or Replacement Components
Troubleshooting
Basic Hints and Tips
Backup and General Maintenance
Pre-Boot System Assessment PSA
Software Diagnostic Tools
Starting Alienware Diagnostics From the Support Disc
Alienware Diagnostics
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R/W, DVD±R/W, or Blu-ray Disc Drive
Answers to Common Problems
DVD or Blu-ray Disc movie does not play
Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly
System
Computer fails the Post
Computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears
Run Check Disk
Hard Drive Problems
Other software problems
Allow the computer to cool before turning it on
Keyboard
Internet
If the display is blank
Memory errors detected on startup
Memory
Display
If the display is difficult to read
Mouse
Mouse is not working
Printer does not print
Power
Printer
Printer does not turn on
There is no sound from the speakers external
Game Controllers
Speakers
Computer does not recognize the game controller
System Recovery
Microsoft System Restore
Using AlienRespawn
AlienRespawn
Advanced Recovery
Password Protection
Factory System Recovery
AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc
To Enable or Change Password Settings
To Use the AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc
Dell DataSafe Local Backup
System Recovery
Basic Specifications
USB
Wled
Type and dimensions
Computer Use
Computer Setup
Electrostatic Discharge ESD Warning
When You Should Contact Alienware
General Safety Precautions
Replacement Components or Accessories
Websites
Appendix B Contacting Alienware
Appendix C Important Information
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