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MOBILE MANUAL - Page 6
... YOUR LAPTOP 39 Alienware Command Center 40 Connecting External Displays 40 Using the Wireless Control 44 Battery Pack 45 Power Management 46 nVidia Optimus Technology 48 Free Fall Sensor 50 FastAccess Facial Recognition (Optional 50 Configuring the BIOS 51
CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 65 Before You Begin 66 Replacing the Battery Pack 70 Upgrading or Replacing Memory...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 17
..., setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection.
CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may render your computer unusable and you will need to reinstall the operating system. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available at support.dell.com...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 36
... the control panel of Microsoft Windows operating system. The power button is located in the center of the hinge cover. For the exact location, see "Computer Base and Keyboard Features" on page 32. The color of the AlienHead rim indicates the power status. The color indicating the power status can be changed using the AlienFX software.
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MOBILE MANUAL - Page 42
... Alienware Command Center by pressing on the function keys. For more information, see "Function Keys" on page 36.
Connecting External Displays
If you want to enjoy your computing environment on a bigger scale visually, or extend your desktop area, you can connect an external display such as a standalone monitor, an LCD TV, or a projector.
Connecting a Display
Use the appropriate cable...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 48
... idea for you to spend some time acquiring a basic understanding of the power management concept from your operating system. You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer. The Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer provides three default options: •• Balanced - Offers full performance when you...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 50
...YOUR LAPTOP
nVidia Optimus Technology
Your Alienware M14x laptop is equipped with nVidia Optimus technology. The Optimus technology is designed to maximize performance and user experience on your computer,...updated frequently by nVidia and is automatically downloaded to your computer when you are connected to the Internet.
You can also create application profiles for any application on your computer...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 55
...: Depending on your computer and installed devices, the items listed in this section may not appear, or may not appear exactly as listed.
NOTE: For the updated system setup information, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.
Main Menu System Time (hh:mm:ss) System Date (mm/dd/yyyy) Alienware Service Tag BIOS Version EC Version ME Version CPU CPU Frequency
Displays the system time...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 68
... for increasing the processing power by upgrading equipment. You can purchase components for your computer at dell.com or alienware.com.
NOTE: See the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals for installation instructions of all serviceable components.
Before You Begin
This section provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your laptop. Unless otherwise noted, each...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 90
... program is compatible with the operating system installed on your
computer. •• Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run
the software. See the software documentation for information. •• Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. •• Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. •...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 100
CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERY
My Dell Downloads
NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. Some of the software pre-installed on your new Dell or Alienware computer do not include a backup CD or DVD. This software is available on the My Dell Downloads website. From this website you can download available software for reinstallation or create your own backup media. To register and...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 6
... YOUR LAPTOP 39 Alienware Command Center 40 Connecting External Displays 40 Using the Wireless Control 44 Battery Pack 45 Power Management 46 nVidia Optimus Technology 48 Free Fall Sensor 50 FastAccess Facial Recognition (Optional 50 Configuring the BIOS 51
CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS 65 Before You Begin 66 Replacing the Battery Pack 70 Upgrading or Replacing Memory...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 17
..., setting preferences, and setting up an Internet connection.
CAUTION: Do not interrupt the operating system's setup process. Doing so may render your computer unusable and you will need to reinstall the operating system. NOTE: For optimal performance of your computer, it is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for your computer available at support.dell.com...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 42
... Alienware Command Center by pressing on the function keys. For more information, see "Function Keys" on page 36.
Connecting External Displays
If you want to enjoy your computing environment on a bigger scale visually, or extend your desktop area, you can connect an external display such as a standalone monitor, an LCD TV, or a projector.
Connecting a Display
Use the appropriate cable...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 48
... idea for you to spend some time acquiring a basic understanding of the power management concept from your operating system. You can use the power options in your operating system to configure the power settings on your computer. The Microsoft Windows operating system installed on your computer provides three default options: •• Balanced - Offers full performance when you...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 50
...YOUR LAPTOP
nVidia Optimus Technology
Your Alienware M14x laptop is equipped with nVidia Optimus technology. The Optimus technology is designed to maximize performance and user experience on your computer,...updated frequently by nVidia and is automatically downloaded to your computer when you are connected to the Internet.
You can also create application profiles for any application on your computer...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 55
...: Depending on your computer and installed devices, the items listed in this section may not appear, or may not appear exactly as listed.
NOTE: For the updated system setup information, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals.
Main Menu System Time (hh:mm:ss) System Date (mm/dd/yyyy) Alienware Service Tag BIOS Version EC Version ME Version CPU CPU Frequency
Displays the system time...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 90
... program is compatible with the operating system installed on your
computer. •• Ensure that your computer meets the minimum hardware requirements needed to run
the software. See the software documentation for information. •• Ensure that the program is installed and configured properly. •• Verify that the device drivers do not conflict with the program. •...
MOBILE MANUAL - Page 100
CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERY
My Dell Downloads
NOTE: My Dell Downloads may not be available in all regions. Some of the software pre-installed on your new Dell or Alienware computer do not include a backup CD or DVD. This software is available on the My Dell Downloads website. From this website you can download available software for reinstallation or create your own backup media. To register and...
Service Manual - Page 6
... CPU CPU Frequency CPU L3 Cache CPUID Integrated Graphics Discrete Graphics Total Memory Memory Bank 0 Memory Bank 1
Displays the system time. Displays the system date. Displays the model number of your computer. Displays the service tag of your computer. Displays the BIOS version. Displays the EC firmware version. Displays the Intel ME firmware version. Displays the type of processor installed...
Service Manual - Page 18
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Flashing the BIOS
Alienware® M14x Service Manual
1. Turn on the computer. 2. Go to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Locate the BIOS update file for your computer:
NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located on a label at the bottom of the computer. If you have your computer's Service Tag:
a. Click Enter a Service Tag. b. Enter your computer's Service Tag in the...