Alienware M14X User Manual

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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 3: USING 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
Conguring the BIOS .............................................................51
CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING AND REPLACING COMPONENTS...............................65
Before You Begin ................................................................ 66
Replacing the Battery Pack........................................................70
Upgrading or Replacing Memory...................................................74
CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING .....................................................79
Basic Hints and Tips ............................................................. 80
Backup and General Maintenance .................................................81
Software Diagnostic Tools ....................................................... 83
Answers to Common Problems ................................................... 85

Alienware M14X Specifications

General

Storage	Up to 750GB HDD or 256GB SSD
Weight	6.45 lbs (2.93 kg)
Display	14.0 inch (1600 x 900) WLED
RAM	Up to 8GB DDR3
Operating System	Windows 7 Home Premium
Battery	8-cell Lithium Ion
Dimensions	1.49 (inches)