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ALIENWARE DESKTOP MANUALThe contents herein are subject to change without notice. ©1996-2006 Alienware Corporation. All rights reserved.Reproduction o

Alienware Desktop Manual10FireWire (IEEE1394) Connect high-speed FireWire (also known as IEEE1394) devices such as digital camcorders and external har

Alienware Desktop Manual11Rear Ports and FeaturesVentilation - Do not blockPower supply switchI - On / O - OffLeft and right panelrelease latchesPower

Alienware Desktop Manual12Power Supply SwitchMake sure the power supply switch is in the on position before powering on your computer.Power SocketPlug

Alienware Desktop Manual13DVI Display Port 3 (Optional)If your computer is configured with two graphics cards and you would like to use more than two m

Alienware Desktop Manual14Connecting MonitorsIn addition to CRT and LCD displays, your system also supports the use of multiple monitors. It can also

Alienware Desktop Manual15Connecting an Analog Monitor An analog monitor can be connected to your computer the same way a digital monitor can be conne

Alienware Desktop Manual16Connecting a TVA TV with an available S-Video input can be connected using an S-Video cable. These cables can be purchased

Alienware Desktop Manual17Connecting to an NVIDIA® SLI™ Graphics ConfigurationSLI-enabled graphics provides hardware support for one DVI-I monitor or o

Alienware Desktop Manual18Enabling Multiple Monitors with NVIDIA Based GraphicsUse the nView Display Settings control panel to enable multiple monitor

Alienware Desktop Manual19Connecting to an ATI CrossFire™ Graphics ConfigurationCrossFire-enabled graphics provides hardware support for one DVI-I moni

Alienware Desktop Manual2CONTENTSIntroduction, 5Chapter 1 System Preparation and Setup, 7When your Computer First Arrives, 8Location and Positioning

Alienware Desktop Manual20Configuring a CrossFire Graphics Configuration with Multiple DisplaysDisplay support is only available through the CrossFire™

Alienware Desktop Manual21Enabling Multiple Monitors with ATI Based GraphicsUse the Displays Manager of the Catalyst™ Control Center software to enabl

Alienware Desktop Manual22To Enable a Secondary Display DeviceClick the Wizard button and follow the instructions to enable Clone Mode.Note: A seconda

Alienware Desktop Manual23Sound Blaster X-Fi SeriesSound Blaster X-Fi series sound cards do not feature an on board Game/MIDI port; instead, this card

Alienware Desktop Manual24Connecting Keyboards and MiceConnecting a Keyboard1. Locate the (purple) PS/2 port at the back of the computer.2. Properly

Alienware Desktop Manual25For further information, please refer to your printer’s documentation.Connecting a PrinterConnecting a Plug and Play Printer

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Alienware Desktop Manual27CHAPTER 2: USING YOUR SYSTEM

Alienware Desktop Manual28CHAPTER 2: USING YOUR SYSTEMConnecting USB DevicesPlug the USB device into an available USB port on your computer. Windows V

Alienware Desktop Manual29CD-R/W Writer A CD-RW drive can read CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW media.It can also record to CD-R or CD-RW media.It cannot read a

Alienware Desktop Manual3 Using Digital Flash Media, 32Connecting to the Internet, 32Connecting to a Home Network, 32Power Management, 33Chapter 3

Alienware Desktop Manual30You can easily identify and distinguish the optical drives installed in your computer by looking for the below logos on the

Alienware Desktop Manual31Writing a CD or DVDTo write a CD or DVD: Click Start (Windows® Logo) > All Programs > Nero 7 Essentials >

Alienware Desktop Manual32Using Digital Flash Media (Optional Media Reader / Writer)Insert a supported media card into the correct media slot in the d

Alienware Desktop Manual33Power ManagementTo customize your computer’s power settings:1. Click Start (Windows® Logo) > Control Panel.2. Click ‘C

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Alienware Desktop Manual35CHAPTER 3: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS

Alienware Desktop Manual36CHAPTER 3: INSTALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTSThis chapter provides information about installing, uninstalling,

Alienware Desktop Manual37Installing Expansion CardsInstalling a PCI Express x16 Video CardDone properly, installing a video card is a simple process.

Alienware Desktop Manual38Installing PCI Express x16 video cards in a dual card configurationGraphics Card BridgePower Connectors (2)Dual-PCI ExpressGr

Alienware Desktop Manual39Install the new video card by carefully inserting it into the motherboard’s PCI-E X16 slot. Gently apply pressure evenly acr

Alienware Desktop Manual4 Monitor, 56 Mouse, 57 Power, 57 Printer, 58 Speakers, 58 Expansion Cards, 59 Game Controllers, 59Appendix A Microsof

Alienware Desktop Manual40Installing PCI Express cardsUsing a Phillips screwdriver, remove the card’s fastening screw and keep it safely where it will

Alienware Desktop Manual41Hard Disk Drives1. Disconnect the drive’s SATA power cable.2. Disconnect the drive’s SATA data cable. 3. Remove the drive

Alienware Desktop Manual42CD-RW, DVD/CD-RW, or DVD±R/W Drives1. Disconnect the drive’s Molex power cable.2. Disconnect the drive’s ATA data cable. 3

Alienware Desktop Manual43Removing a Memory ModulePress outward on the retention clips at each end of the module. This will release the module from th

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Alienware Desktop Manual45CHAPTER 4: SYSTEM RECOVERY

Alienware Desktop Manual46CHAPTER 4: SYSTEM RECOVERYAlienRespawn 1.0Based on a unique image of your personal system hard drive created by Alienware te

Alienware Desktop Manual479. Once the AlienRespawn process has completed your system will have been restored to original factory status. Remove

Alienware Desktop Manual48Recovery DiscIn order to start the recovery process, you will need to make sure you have the Alienware Recovery Disc and Mas

Alienware Desktop Manual49CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING

Alienware Desktop Manual5INTRODUCTIONDear Valued Alienware Customer,Welcome to the Alienware family. We are thrilled to include you among the growing

Alienware Desktop Manual50CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTINGWhen troubleshooting your computer, please remember the following safety guidelines:• Before touc

Alienware Desktop Manual51Software Diagnostic ToolsBackup and general Maintenance• Always backup your important data and keep copies of your operatin

Alienware Desktop Manual52Answers to Common ProblemsCD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD±RW or Blu-Ray DriveThe computer does not recognize the disc or drive:•

Alienware Desktop Manual53• Shut down and restart your computer.• Clean the Disc.• Reinstall the DVD or Blu-Ray playback software provided with you

Alienware Desktop Manual54Error: “Non-system disk or disk error”:• Eject the disk from the diskette drive and then press ENTER.• The hard drive is n

Alienware Desktop Manual55Website connection is slowInternet performance can be affected by the following factors:• The condition of the telephone or

Alienware Desktop Manual56 MemoryMemory errors detected on start up:• Check memory modules for correct seating and orientation. Reseat the memor

Alienware Desktop Manual57Displayed text is dim, blurry, or otherwise difficult to read:• Adjust the brightness and contrast controls.• Change displa

Alienware Desktop Manual58PrinterThe printer will not turn on:• Check that the power cord is properly connected to a wall outlet. • Check that the w

Alienware Desktop Manual59Expansion CardsThe computer does not recognize a PCI or AGP component:• Check that the cables are properly connected to the

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Alienware Desktop Manual61APPENDIX A: MICROSOFT CRITICAL UPDATESYour new Alienware system was updated with the latest available Microsoft Windows Upda

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Alienware Desktop Manual63APPENDIX B: GENERAL AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSComputer Setup• Read all instructions marked on the product and in the

Alienware Desktop Manual64When You Should Contact Alienware• The power cord or plug is damaged.• The computer has had liquid spilled into it.• The

Alienware Desktop Manual65APPENDIX C: TERMS AND CONDITIONS AGREEMENTPlease visit http://www.alienware.com/terms/ to view the terms and conditions agre

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Alienware Desktop Manual67APPENDIX D: LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY: DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES; AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITYLimited Product WarrantyPlease vi

Alienware Desktop Manual68Systems Returned to Alienware for RepairIf the Technical Support representative determines that your system must come back t

Alienware Desktop Manual69Replacing a Defective ComponentIf a Technical Support representative determines that a component is defective, you will be i

Alienware Desktop Manual7CHAPTER 1: SYSTEM PREPARATION AND SETUP

Alienware Desktop Manual70The carrier’s shipping document must be printed clearly and include: 1. The RMA number next to your name 2. Total declared v

Alienware Desktop Manual7130-day Money Back Guarantee In addition to the standard warranty, Alienware offers a 30-day money back guarantee on every sy

Alienware Desktop Manual72APPENDIX E: CONTACTING ALIENWAREOur sales team is available Monday through Saturday to meet all your computer sales needs. T

Alienware Desktop Manual73Technical SupportWe have compiled an extensive Knowledge Base of Frequently Asked Questions and their Solutions. You are abl

Alienware Desktop Manual74APPENDIX F: IMPORTANT INFORMATION• PLEASE BACKUP ANY DATA YOU HAVE BEFORE INITIATING A SYSTEM RECOVERY OR SENDING YOUR SY

Alienware Desktop Manual8CHAPTER 1: SYSTEM PREPARATION AND SETUPWhen Your Computer First ArrivesBefore setting up your computer or components, please

Alienware Desktop Manual9Getting to Know Your ComputerThis section of Chapter One provides essential information about your new computer to familiariz