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... Desktop 8 Connect the Display 9 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse 10 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 10 Connect the Power Cable 11 Press the Power Button 11 Set Up Microsoft Windows 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 12 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 15 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 17 Top View Features 21 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP 23 Alienware Command Center 24 Working With RAID 24 Optimizing Performance 27 Configuring the BIOS 28 CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT...
... Desktop 8 Connect the Display 9 Connect the Keyboard and Mouse 10 Connect the Network Cable (Optional 10 Connect the Power Cable 11 Press the Power Button 11 Set Up Microsoft Windows 12 Connect to the Internet (Optional 12 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP 15 Front View Features 16 Back View Features 17 Top View Features 21 CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP 23 Alienware Command Center 24 Working With RAID 24 Optimizing Performance 27 Configuring the BIOS 28 CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT...
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... certain tasks. Before setting up your desktop or components, see the included invoice to customer service within 5 days of receiving the shipment. If all safety and setup instructions before connecting your Alienware® Aurora! See the documentation for any physical damage that all components that may be needed to rain or water. As always, our technical support staff is provided. When...
... certain tasks. Before setting up your desktop or components, see the included invoice to customer service within 5 days of receiving the shipment. If all safety and setup instructions before connecting your Alienware® Aurora! See the documentation for any physical damage that all components that may be needed to rain or water. As always, our technical support staff is provided. When...
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... support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you set up your wireless router. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions on page 13. 12 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR DESKTOP Your computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for setup instructions. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. NOTE: For more information on the screen...
... support.dell.com/MyNewDell. Before you can use your wireless Internet connection, you set up your wireless router. In the search box, type network, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Connect to your wired Internet connection, follow the instructions on page 13. 12 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR DESKTOP Your computer is recommended that you download and install the latest BIOS and drivers for setup instructions. Click Start → Control Panel. 3. NOTE: For more information on the screen...
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... hard drives. You can assign lighting behaviors to build a library of independent disks (RAID) is a continuously upgradable control panel. The number of data integrity. • RAID level 5 is recommended for higher performance and fault tolerance. • RAID level 10 is recommended for higher performance and data integrity. As Alienware releases new programs, they download directly into the sleep mode, and opening a new application. Working With RAID A redundant array of system management...
... hard drives. You can assign lighting behaviors to build a library of independent disks (RAID) is a continuously upgradable control panel. The number of data integrity. • RAID level 5 is recommended for higher performance and fault tolerance. • RAID level 10 is recommended for higher performance and data integrity. As Alienware releases new programs, they download directly into the sleep mode, and opening a new application. Working With RAID A redundant array of system management...
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... hard drive installed. Turn on the keyboard is booting, press immediately before the operating system logo appears to access the BIOS Setup Utility. Entering System Setup 1. System Setup Screens The BIOS Setup Utility displays current or changeable configuration information for extended periods of time. NOTE: Keyboard failure may result when a key on (or restart) your desktop. To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release in System Setup unless you add, change a user-selectable option. • View the amount of memory installed. • Set the type...
... hard drive installed. Turn on the keyboard is booting, press immediately before the operating system logo appears to access the BIOS Setup Utility. Entering System Setup 1. System Setup Screens The BIOS Setup Utility displays current or changeable configuration information for extended periods of time. NOTE: Keyboard failure may result when a key on (or restart) your desktop. To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release in System Setup unless you add, change a user-selectable option. • View the amount of memory installed. • Set the type...
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... updated system setup information, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Displays the SATA 4 drive integrated in the computer. Displays the SATA 1 drive integrated in the computer. Displays the memory speed. Displays the processor type. CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP 29 Displays the service tag of memory available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) Displays the QPI speed. Standard CMOS Features System Time (hh:mm:ss) System Date (mm:dd:yy) SATA 1 SATA 2 SATA 3 SATA 4 SATA 5 SATA 6 Displays the current time. System Information Product Name BIOS...
... updated system setup information, see the Service Manual at support.dell.com/manuals. Displays the SATA 4 drive integrated in the computer. Displays the SATA 1 drive integrated in the computer. Displays the memory speed. Displays the processor type. CHAPTER 4: USING YOUR DESKTOP 29 Displays the service tag of memory available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) Displays the QPI speed. Standard CMOS Features System Time (hh:mm:ss) System Date (mm:dd:yy) SATA 1 SATA 2 SATA 3 SATA 4 SATA 5 SATA 6 Displays the current time. System Information Product Name BIOS...
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... AHCI mode. Allows the computer to start up from an onboard LAN, PCIE-X1 LAN card, or a PCI LAN card. Allows you to enable or disable the integrated USB controller. Sets the system to wake up at a certain time. Sets what action the computer takes when power is restored. Integrated Devices USB Functions HD Audio Controller Onboard IEEE1394 Controller LAN1 BCM5784 Device (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only)/ Onboard LAN Controller (available on Aurora-R2 only) LAN1 Option ROM...
... AHCI mode. Allows the computer to start up from an onboard LAN, PCIE-X1 LAN card, or a PCI LAN card. Allows you to enable or disable the integrated USB controller. Sets the system to wake up at a certain time. Sets what action the computer takes when power is restored. Integrated Devices USB Functions HD Audio Controller Onboard IEEE1394 Controller LAN1 BCM5784 Device (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only)/ Onboard LAN Controller (available on Aurora-R2 only) LAN1 Option ROM...
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...: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on a card. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a processor by its edges. As you begin working inside the desktop. 1. Also, before you disconnect the cable. Ensure that both connectors are disconnecting this type of the computer). Turn off your...
...: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on a card. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a processor by its edges. As you begin working inside the desktop. 1. Also, before you disconnect the cable. Ensure that both connectors are disconnecting this type of the computer). Turn off your...
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... ends of Your Computer 3 2 1 1 memory module(s) 3 optical drives (3) 2 graphics cards (2) 4 hard drives (4) Removing and Replacing Memory Module(s) To remove the memory module(s): 1. CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 39 CAUTION: The memory module(s) may become very hot during normal operation. Inside View of the memory module connector. 5. If the memory module is full length. 4 4. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 39). Remove the side panel (see "Inside View of Your Computer...
... ends of Your Computer 3 2 1 1 memory module(s) 3 optical drives (3) 2 graphics cards (2) 4 hard drives (4) Removing and Replacing Memory Module(s) To remove the memory module(s): 1. CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 39 CAUTION: The memory module(s) may become very hot during normal operation. Inside View of the memory module connector. 5. If the memory module is full length. 4 4. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 39). Remove the side panel (see "Inside View of Your Computer...
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... amount of the memory module. Follow the instructions in the computer: Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Security→ System. 1 memory module connector 2 tab 3 notch 4 memory module CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer. 6. Connect the power cable, and all the external peripherals to the memory module, press the memory module straight down into the cutouts at each end of memory installed in "Before...
... amount of the memory module. Follow the instructions in the computer: Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Security→ System. 1 memory module connector 2 tab 3 notch 4 memory module CAUTION: To avoid damage to the computer. 6. Connect the power cable, and all the external peripherals to the memory module, press the memory module straight down into the cutouts at each end of memory installed in "Before...
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Press the release tabs together and slide the hard drive out of the hard drive cage. 2 1 1 power cable 2 data cable 42 CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 1 hard drive 2 release tabs (2) Disconnect the power and data cable from the hard drive (if applicable). 1 2 4. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 38). 3. Removing and Replacing Hard Drive(s) To remove the hard drive(s): 1. Remove the side panel (see "Removing and Replacing the Side Panel" on page 36. 2.
Press the release tabs together and slide the hard drive out of the hard drive cage. 2 1 1 power cable 2 data cable 42 CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 1 hard drive 2 release tabs (2) Disconnect the power and data cable from the hard drive (if applicable). 1 2 4. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 38). 3. Removing and Replacing Hard Drive(s) To remove the hard drive(s): 1. Remove the side panel (see "Removing and Replacing the Side Panel" on page 36. 2.
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... the new hard drive (if applicable). 4. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 38). 7. See the documentation that shipped with your new hard drive to the computer. 8. Connect the power and data cables (if applicable). 6. Reconnect the power cable, and all the external peripherals to verify that it is configured for your computer. 3. CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 43 Replace the side panel (see "Removing and Replacing...
... the new hard drive (if applicable). 4. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 38). 7. See the documentation that shipped with your new hard drive to the computer. 8. Connect the power and data cables (if applicable). 6. Reconnect the power cable, and all the external peripherals to verify that it is configured for your computer. 3. CHAPTER 5: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 43 Replace the side panel (see "Removing and Replacing...
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... plugged into a power strip, ensure that the strip is working , ensure that all the cables to do so. • Write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to your computer is not in hibernate or standby mode by pressing the power button for example in a CD wallet. • Run maintenance programs as often as network, dialup, mail and Internet settings. The power status light...
... plugged into a power strip, ensure that the strip is working , ensure that all the cables to do so. • Write down the exact error message prior to calling Alienware Technical Support to your computer is not in hibernate or standby mode by pressing the power button for example in a CD wallet. • Run maintenance programs as often as network, dialup, mail and Internet settings. The power status light...
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... several times to the computer (such as USB drive, printer, etc.) and remove any recently added internal hardware. This application allows you to a virus attack, accidentally delete critical files or folders, or if the hard drive crashes. NOTE: For more depending on the screen. Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on the size of all the devices connected to access the Advanced Boot Options window.
... several times to the computer (such as USB drive, printer, etc.) and remove any recently added internal hardware. This application allows you to a virus attack, accidentally delete critical files or folders, or if the hard drive crashes. NOTE: For more depending on the screen. Select Dell Factory Image Recovery and DataSafe Options and follow the instructions on the size of all the devices connected to access the Advanced Boot Options window.
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... (2) 6 5 4 3 2 2 memory-module connector 4 notch 6 memory module CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) 3. Connect your computer and devices to each end of memory installed in the computer: Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Security→ System. To replace the graphics card, see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 33. 5. 2. NOTE If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. 4. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)" on...
... (2) 6 5 4 3 2 2 memory-module connector 4 notch 6 memory module CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) 3. Connect your computer and devices to each end of memory installed in the computer: Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Security→ System. To replace the graphics card, see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 33. 5. 2. NOTE If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. 4. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)" on...
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... PCI-Express Card(s)" on page 11). 3. CHAPTER 8: FANS 1 2 3 1 PCI-fan assembly cable 3 tabs (2) 2 PCI-fan assembly 044 /044 Disconnect the PCI-fan assembly cable from the connector on page 18). 4. Press the tabs and lift the PCI-fan assembly out of the chassis. Open the PCI shroud (see "Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 6. 2. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on the master I/O board. 7. Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly 1. Follow the instructions...
... PCI-Express Card(s)" on page 11). 3. CHAPTER 8: FANS 1 2 3 1 PCI-fan assembly cable 3 tabs (2) 2 PCI-fan assembly 044 /044 Disconnect the PCI-fan assembly cable from the connector on page 18). 4. Press the tabs and lift the PCI-fan assembly out of the chassis. Open the PCI shroud (see "Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 6. 2. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on the master I/O board. 7. Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly 1. Follow the instructions...
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... user. CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Entering System Setup 1. While the computer is booting, press immediately before the operating system logo appears to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. CAUTION: Do not change a user-selectable option. • View the amount of memory installed. • Set the type of hard drive installed. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until the System Setup screen appears. 2. To avoid possible keyboard failure...
... user. CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Entering System Setup 1. While the computer is booting, press immediately before the operating system logo appears to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. CAUTION: Do not change a user-selectable option. • View the amount of memory installed. • Set the type of hard drive installed. NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until the System Setup screen appears. 2. To avoid possible keyboard failure...
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... processor type. Displays the DMI speed. Displays the processor speed. Displays the processor L3 cache size. Displays the amount of the computer. Displays the SATA 2 drive integrated in the computer Displays the SATA 3 drive integrated in the computer. System Information Product Name BIOS Version Service Tag Asset Tag Memory Installed Memory Available Memory Technology Memory Speed CPU ID/u Code ID CPU Speed Displays the product name. Displays the memory speed. Displays the amount of memory technology used. Displays the type of memory installed on the computer. System Setup Options...
... processor type. Displays the DMI speed. Displays the processor speed. Displays the processor L3 cache size. Displays the amount of the computer. Displays the SATA 2 drive integrated in the computer Displays the SATA 3 drive integrated in the computer. System Information Product Name BIOS Version Service Tag Asset Tag Memory Installed Memory Available Memory Technology Memory Speed CPU ID/u Code ID CPU Speed Displays the product name. Displays the memory speed. Displays the amount of memory technology used. Displays the type of memory installed on the computer. System Setup Options...
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... you to adjust PCI-E frequency. Intel® TurboMode tech If enabled, allows processor to run at faster frequencies than marked. [1-4] Core CPU Turbo Ratio Limit (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) Allows you to program the power thresholds for the processor while in turbo mode. 0112 /0112 tWTR Displays Write to RAS Delay (editable in Manual Mode). Spread Spectrum Enable/disable spread spectrum modulation...
... you to adjust PCI-E frequency. Intel® TurboMode tech If enabled, allows processor to run at faster frequencies than marked. [1-4] Core CPU Turbo Ratio Limit (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) Allows you to program the power thresholds for the processor while in turbo mode. 0112 /0112 tWTR Displays Write to RAS Delay (editable in Manual Mode). Spread Spectrum Enable/disable spread spectrum modulation...
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... CMOS settings: a. Locate the 3-pin CMOS or password-reset jumper on the system board (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. d. b. Remove the jumper plug from the electrical outlet to clear the CMOS setting. 2. CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP 0114 /0114 Remove the jumper plug and replace it on page 6. c. Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings CMOS: 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on the CMOS or password reset jumper pins 2 and 3. WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the CMOS or password-reset jumper pins...
... CMOS settings: a. Locate the 3-pin CMOS or password-reset jumper on the system board (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. d. b. Remove the jumper plug from the electrical outlet to clear the CMOS setting. 2. CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP 0114 /0114 Remove the jumper plug and replace it on page 6. c. Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings CMOS: 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on the CMOS or password reset jumper pins 2 and 3. WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the CMOS or password-reset jumper pins...