Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto P01E002 del fabbricante Dell
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A L IENW ARE ® M17x MOBILE MANU AL.
e contents herein are subject to change without notice. © 2009 Dell Inc. Al l rights reserved. Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the prior written permission of Dell Inc.
3 CONTENTS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........................................................... 5 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP .................................... 7 Before Setting Up Y our Laptop ....................................... 8 Connect the AC Adapter .
4 CONTENTS CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................... 43 Basic Hints and T ips ................................................ 44 Backup and General Maintenance ................................... 44 Sof tware Diagnostic T ools .
5 INTRODUCTION Dear V alued Alienware Customer , Welcome to the Alienware family . We are thrilled to include you among the growing number of savvy high-per formance computer users.
6 INTRODUCTION.
7 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 1: SET TING UP YOUR LAPTOP.
8 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Product Documentation and Media e documentation that ships with y our Alienware ® laptop is designed to provide answers to many of the questions that may arise as you explore y our new laptop’ s capabilities.
9 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Press the Power Button Connect the AC Adapter W ARNING: e AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However , power connectors and power strips vary among countries.
10 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Setting Up a Wireless Connection NOTE: T o set up y our wireless router , see the documentation that shipped with y our router . Before you can use y our wireless Internet connection, y ou need to connect to your wireless router .
11 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP Setting Up Y our Internet Connection ISPs and ISP oerings var y by country . Contact your ISP for oerings available in y our countr y . If you cannot connect to the Internet but have successful ly connected in the past, the Internet Service Provider (ISP) might have a service outage.
12 CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP.
13 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP is chapter provides information about y our new laptop to familiarize you with its various features, and get y ou up and running quickly.
14 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Back V iew Features 1 1 AC adapter connector — Connects to the AC adapter to power the computer and charge the battery . Front V iew Features 2 3 1 1 Lef t speaker — Combines with the right speaker to provide high qualit y stereo sound.
15 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 4 DisplayPort connector — Connects your computer to external monitors and projectors with DisplayPort. 5 Network connector — Connects y our computer to a network or broadband device. 6 USB connectors (2) — Connect to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer , external drive, or MP3 player .
16 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP 4 USB connectors (2) — Connect to USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer , external drive, or MP3 player . 5 Audio out/Headphone connector — Connects to front L/R speakers or headphones. 6 Audio out/Headphone connector — Connects to a center speaker/ subwoofer or headphones.
17 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Display Features 1 2 3 4 1 Lef t digital-array microphone — Combines with the right digital-array microphone to provide high quality sound for video chatting and v oice recording. 2 Camera — Built-in camera for video capture, conferencing, and chat.
18 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Computer Base and Keyboard Features 6 5 4 1 3 2 1 Status lights (3) — Indicate if the Scroll Lock, Caps Lock, or Number Lock lights are turned on or o. 2 Keyboard — e backlit keyboard provides visibility in dark environments b y il luminating all symbols on the keys.
19 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Status Lights e three status lights are located at the top-lef t side of the keyboard. For the exact location, see “Computer Base and Keyboard Features” on page 18. Scroll Lock Light T urns on when the scroll lock option is on.
20 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Power Button Y ou can program this button to perform actions like shutting down the operating system or entering the standb y mode. For details on how to program this button, see Power Options in the Control Panel of Microsoft ® W indows ® operating system.
21 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Function Keys NOTE: Depending on the conguration of the laptop you purchased, some of the function keys may have no associated tasks. e <Fn> key is located near the bottom-lef t corner of the keyboard, and is used together with other keys to activate certain functions.
22 CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP.
23 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPT OP CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPTOP CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPT OP.
24 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPT OP Connecting External Displays If y ou want to enjoy your computing environment on a bigger scale visually , or extend y our desktop area, y ou can connect an external display such as a standalone monitor , an LCD TV , or a projector .
25 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPT OP Using Removable Media and Cards Observe the safety measures below: When no ExpressCard or Media Card (SD/MMC/MS cards) is inserted into the ExpressCard or Media Card slot, ensure that the blank cards that shipped with y our laptop is inser ted in the unused slot(s).
26 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPT OP Using the Integrated Camera T urning the Camera On and O Press the key combination <Fn><F9> to switch on or switch o the camera. Af ter switching on the camera, y ou need to activate its function through the Microsof t Windows operating system.
27 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPT OP Customizing Y our Power Settings: Click 1. Start → Control Panel. Click 2. All Control Panel Items . Double-click the 3. Power Options icon. Select a power plan from the options shown. T o customize specic settings, 4.
28 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPT OP Free Fal l Sensor Free fall sensor protects y our computer hard driv e from possible damage, b y detecting a free fal l state caused by accidentally dropping the computer .
29 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPT OP System Setup Options NOTE: Depending on your computer and instal led 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.
30 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPT OP Advanced Menu High Denition Sound Allows you to enable or disable the internal high denition audio device. Disabled: e internal audio device is disabled and is • not visible to the operating system. Enabled: e internal audio device is enabled.
31 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPT OP Per formance Options Sub-Menu CPU Speed Displays the speed of the processor . Memory Frequency Displays the frequency of the memory . Memory Channel Mode Displays the memor y channel modes. Single • Dual • CPU Performance Mode Indicates if the processor is in turbo mode or not.
32 CHAPTER 3: USING YOUR LAPT OP Power Menu A/C Adapter Rating Displays the AC adapter rating. A/C Adapter Warnings Allows you to choose if the computer should display warning messages when y ou use cer tain power adapters.
33 CHAPTER 4: INST ALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS is chapter provides guidelines and instructions for increasing the processing power and storage space, by upgrading equipment. Y ou can purchase components for y our computer at www .dell.
34 CHAPTER 4: INST ALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Before Y ou Begin is section provides procedures for removing and installing the components in y our laptop.
35 CHAPTER 4: INST ALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS CAUTION: T o avoid damaging the computer , perform the following steps before y ou begin working inside the computer . Ensure that the work sur face is at and clean to prevent the computer co ver 1.
36 CHAPTER 4: INST ALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Replacing the Battery Pack is batter y pack can easily be removed and replaced. Ensure that the laptop is properly shut down before changing the battery pack. CAUTION: T o avoid damage to the laptop, use only the battery designed for this particular Alienware laptop.
37 CHAPTER 4: INST ALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing Memory Y our laptop is equipped with a congurable memor y unit. e industr y standard JEDEC DDR3 SODIMM memor y module connectors are available for memor y upgrade.
38 CHAPTER 4: INST ALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS 5 4 2 3 1 1 memory module 4 notch 2 spring locks (2) 5 memory-module connector 3 tab T o replace the memor y modules, per form the removal steps in reverse order .
39 CHAPTER 4: INST ALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Upgrading or Replacing the Hard Drive(s) Y our laptop is equipped with two hard drive sockets. Removing the Hard Drive(s) Follow the instructions in “Before Y ou Begin” on page 1. 34. Remove the battery pack (see “Replacing the Battery Pack“ on page 2.
40 CHAPTER 4: INST ALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Loosen the four captive screws on the secondary hard drive (HDD1). 7. Using the pull tab, lif t the secondar y hard drive (HDD1) out of the computer 8. base. 3 1 2 1 secondary hard drive 3 captive screws (4) 2 pull tab Loosen the four captive screws on the primary hard drive (HDD0).
41 CHAPTER 4: INST ALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS Remove the interposer from the hard driv e. 11. 1 2 1 interposer 2 hard drive T o replace the hard drive(s), per form the removal steps in reverse order . Remove the four screws that secure the hard driv e to the hard-drive bracket.
42 CHAPTER 4: INST ALLING ADDITIONAL OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS.
43 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING.
44 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Backup and General Maintenance Always backup y our impor tant data on a regular basis and keep copies of • y our operating system and sof tware safe. Do not forget to note the serial numbers if y ou are storing them outside of their original cases - e.
45 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Sof tware Diagnostic T ools Pre-Boot System Assessment (PSA) e computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment (PSA), a series of initial tests of y our system board, keyboard, display, memory , hard drive, etc. T o invoke PSA: T urn on (or restart) your computer .
46 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Starting Alienware Diagnostics From the Resource Disc Insert the Resource disc. 1. Shut down and restart the laptop. 2. When the Alienware logo appears, press <F12> immediately .
47 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING A program stops responding or crashes repeatedly End the program: Press <Ctrl><Shif t><Esc> simultaneously . 1. Click the 2. Applications tab and select the program that is no longer responding. Click 3.
48 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING V erify that the device drivers do not conict with the program. • If necessary , uninstal l and then reinstall the program. • Hard Drive Problems Allow the computer to cool before turning it on A hot hard drive may prevent the operating system from starting.
49 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING Memory Memory errors detected on startup Check memory modules for correct seating and orientation. Reseat the • memory modules if applicable (see “Upgrading or Replacing Memor y” on page 37). Computers using a dual-channel memory conguration require that • memory modules be instal led in pairs.
50 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING.
51 CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVER Y CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVER Y CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVERY Y our computer ships with the following media: Operating System disc • — Contains operating system installation media. Resource disc • — Contains drivers for y our computer .
52 CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM RECOVER Y Del l DataSafe Local Backup Dell DataSafe Local Backup is a backup and recovery application that can restore y our computer if you lose data due to a virus attack, accidental ly delete critical les or folders, or if the hard drive crashes.
53 CHAPTER 7: BASIC SPECIFICA TIONS is chapter provides the basic specications of y our computer . For more detailed specications, see the Comprehensive Specications at support.
54 CHAPTER 7: BASIC SPECIFICA TIONS Computer Model Alienware M17x-R2 Dimensions Height (Front to Back) 51.31 mm to 53.59 mm (2.02 inches to 2.11 inches) Width 405.89 mm (15.98 inches) Depth 321.31 mm (12.65 inches) Weight with 9-cell battery (starting at) 5.
55 CHAPTER 7: BASIC SPECIFICA TIONS Ports and Connectors ExpressCard one ExpressCard/54 connector 8-in-1 Media Card Reader one combo connector Infrared one RC6 Consumer IR port AC Adapter T ype 240 W/150 W NOTE : e 150 W AC adapter supports computers with a single graphics card and a non-Extreme Edition processor .
56 CHAPTER 7: BASIC SPECIFICA TIONS Battery Operating time Battery operating time varies depending on operating conditions and can be signicantly reduced under certain power-intensive conditions.
57 APPENDIX A: GENERAL AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Computer Use Route the power cable and all cables away from where people might walk or • trip over them. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cable. Do not spill anything on or into your computer .
58 APPENDIX A: GENERAL AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General Safety Precautions Mechanical Shock: Y our computer should never be subjected to severe • mechanical shocks. Careless handling of y our computer may cause damage. Mechanical Shock is not covered b y the warranty .
59 APPENDIX B: CONT ACTING ALIENW ARE Websites Y ou can learn about Alienware products and services on the fol lowing websites: www .dell.com • www .dell.com/ap • (Asian/Pacic countries only) www .dell.com/jp • (Japan only) www .euro.dell.com • (Europe only) www .
60 APPENDIX C: MACROVISION PRODUCT NOTICE APPENDIX C: MACROVISION PRODUCT NOTICE is product incorporates cop yright protection technology that is protected b y method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned b y Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners.
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Se non hai ancora comprato il Dell P01E002 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Dell P01E002 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Dell P01E002 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Dell P01E002 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Dell P01E002, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Dell P01E002.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Dell P01E002. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Dell P01E002 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
