Dell Alienware 18 User Manual

Alienware 18
Owner’s Manual
Computer model: Alienware 18
Regulatory model: P19E
Regulatory type: P19E001
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Dell Alienware 18 Specifications

General

Display	18.4-inch (1920x1080)
Processor	Intel Core i7-4940MX (up to 4.0 GHz w/ Turbo Boost)
Graphics	Dual NVIDIA GeForce GTX (SLI Enabled)
Memory	Up to 32GB DDR3L (1600MHz)
Operating System	Windows 8.1
Ports	4 x USB 3.0, 1 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort, 1 x Ethernet, 1 x Audio Combo Jack, 1 x 9-in-1 Card Reader
Wireless	Killer Wireless-N 1202
Audio	Creative Sound Blaster Recon3Di with THX TruStudio Pro

Summary

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

Before You Begin

Turn Off Your Computer and Connected Devices

Instructions for safely shutting down the computer before performing maintenance.

Safety Instructions

Recommended Tools

Lists the necessary tools for performing hardware procedures.

After Working Inside Your Computer

Removing the Base Cover

Replacing the Base Cover

Removing the Battery Pack

Replacing the Battery Pack

Removing the Memory Module(s)

Replacing the Memory Module(s)

Removing the Hard Drive(s)

Replacing the Hard Drive(s)

Removing the Display Assembly

Replacing the Display Assembly

Removing the Processor Module

Replacing the Processor Module

Removing the System Board

Replacing the System Board

Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS

Removing the Wireless Mini-Card

Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card

System Setup

Overview

Explains the purpose and functions of the system setup utility.

Entering System Setup

Step-by-step guide on how to access the system setup program.

System Setup Screens

Details the different areas and information displayed in the setup screen.

System Setup Options

Lists and describes various configurable settings within the system setup.

Flashing the BIOS