Connect the Display | Dell Area-51 ALX specs

Connect the Display

Connect the display using the connector available on the graphics card on your computer.

NOTE: A DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort connector may be available on the graphics card you purchased.

You can purchase the DVI-to-VGA adapter, HDMI-to-DVI adapter, and additional HDMI or DVI cables on the Dell website at www.dell.com.

Use the appropriate cable based on the connectors available on your computer and display.

NOTE: When connecting to a single display, connect the display to ONLY ONE of the connectors on your computer.

CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR DESKTOP

Connection Type Computer

Cable

Display

DVI-to-DVI (DVI cable)

DVI-to-VGA (DVI-to-VGA adapter + VGA cable)

HDMI-to-HDMI (HDMI cable)

HDMI-to-DVI (HDMI-to-DVI adapter + DVI cable)

DisplayPort- to-DisplayPort (DisplayPort cable)

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Dell Area-51 ALX manual Connect the Display

Contents

Alienware Desktop Manual 02 /02 Contents Basic Specifications Introduction Setting UP Your Desktop Placing Your Desktop Before Setting Up Your DesktopProduct Documentation and Media Connect the Display Connect the Network Cable Optional Connect the Power Cable Set Up Microsoft Windows Connect to the Internet Optional Setting Up Your Internet Connection Getting to Know Your Desktop Front View Features Alienhead Back View Features Appropriate connectors Back Panel Connectors Back Light Button Top View FeaturesAccessing the Top Panel Connectors Top Panel Connectors Headphone connector Connects to headphones Connecting Devices Connecting External Speakers Connecting Printers Connecting a Plug and Play Printer Connecting a Non Plug and Play Printer Connecting USB DevicesConnecting Ieee 1394 FireWire Devices Using Your Desktop Alienware Command Center Working With RAIDAlienFX AlienFusion RAID Level 026 /026 Optimizing Performance Configuring the Bios System SetupEntering System Setup System Setup Screens System Setup Options Sata LAN1 BCM5784 Device Suspend Mode Adjust CPU BClk MHz CPU Temperature Sensor Installing Additional or Replacement Components Before You Begin Turning Off Your Desktop Before Working Inside Your Desktop Opening and Closing the Side Panel Inside View of Your Computer Memory module connector Securing clips Tab Notch Removing and Replacing Memory Modules 041 /041 Removing and Replacing Hard Drives Side panel Release panel 043 /043 Removing and Replacing Expansion Cards 045/045 Troubleshooting Backup and General Maintenance Basic Hints and Tips Software Diagnostic Tools Pre-Boot System Assessment PSA Alienware Diagnostics Starting Alienware Diagnostics From the Support CD/DVD Answers to Common Problems CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R/W, DVD±R/W, or Blu-ray Disc DriveComputer does not recognize the disc or drive An audio CD does not produce sound Computer Computer fails the PostComputer stops responding or a solid blue screen appears Program stops responding or crashes repeatedly Other software problems Internet connection is slow Hard Drive ProblemsInternet Keyboard Memory Display MouseIf the display is blank If the display is difficult to read Power PrinterPrinter does not turn on Printer does not print Game Controllers SpeakersComputer does not recognize the game controller There is no sound from the speakers System Recovery Using AlienRespawn AlienRespawn Recovery Options Microsoft System RestoreAdvanced Recovery Factory System Recovery Password Protection To Enable or Change Password Settings To Use the AlienRespawn v2.0 Disc Dell DataSafe Local BackupAlienRespawn v2.0 Disc 063/063 Basic Specifications USB PCI Non-Operating Grms Electrostatic Discharge ESD Warning Computer SetupComputer Use Replacement Components or Accessories General Safety PrecautionsWhen Should You Contact Alienware? Appendix B Contacting Alienware Websites Appendix C Important Information Nvidia GeForce GTX 295 Graphics Cards 0K830RA00