Alienware Area-51 m7700 User manual

Preface

Notice

The company reserves the right to revise this publication or to change its contents without notice. Infor-

mation contained herein is for reference only and does not constitute a commitment on the part of the man-

ufacturer or any subsequent vendor. They assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or

inaccuracies that may appear in this publication nor are they in anyway responsible for any loss or damage

resulting from the use (or misuse) of this publication.

This publication and any accompanying software may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced, translated,

transmitted or reduced to any machine readable form without prior consent from the vendor, manufacturer

or creators of this publication, except for copies kept by the user for backup purposes.

Brand and product names mentioned in this publication may or may not be copyrights and/or registered

trademarks of their respective companies. They are mentioned for identification purposes only and are not

intended as an endorsement of that product or its manufacturer.

©August 2005

Trademarks

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain

U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights

owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and

is intended for home or other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Cor-

poration. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Intel® and Pentium® are US registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc.

WOW technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

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FCC Statement

(Federal Communications Commission)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant

to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference

to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can

be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference

by one or more of the following measures:

• Re orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the service representative or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Warning

Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that changes or modifica-

tions not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance with the above standards could void your au-

thority to operate the equipment.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Follow basic safety precautions, including those listed below, to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and

injury to persons when using any electrical equipment:

1. Do not use this product near water, for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub,

in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

2. Avoid using this equipment with a telephone line (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.

There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They

may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

5. This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit (DC Output 20V, 11A minimum).

CAUTION

Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equip-

ment.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY NO. 26 AWG OR LARGER,

TELECOMMUNICATION LINE CORD

This Computer’s Optical Device is a Laser Class I Product

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Instructions for Care and Operation

The notebook computer is quite rugged, but it can be damaged. To prevent this, follow these suggestions:

1. Don’t drop it, or expose it to shock. If the computer falls, the case and the components could be dam-

aged.

2. Keep it dry, and don’t overheat it. Keep the computer and power supply away from any kind of heating

element. This is an electrical appliance. If water or any other liquid gets into it, the computer could be

badly damaged.

Do not expose the computer

to any shock or vibration. Do not place it on an unstable

surface. Do not place anything heavy

on the computer.

Do not expose it to excessive

heat or direct sunlight. Do not leave it in a place

where foreign matter or mois-

ture may affect the system.

Don’t use or store the com-

puter in a humid environment. Do not place the computer on

any surface that will block the

vents.

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3. Avoid interference. Keep the computer away from high capacity transformers, electric motors, and other

strong magnetic fields. These can hinder proper performance and damage your data.

4. Follow the proper working procedures for the computer. Shut the computer down properly and don’t

forget to save your work. Remember to periodically save your data as data may be lost if the battery is

depleted.

5. Take care when using peripheral devices.

Do not turn off the power

until you properly shut down

all programs.

Do not turn off any peripheral

devices when the computer is

on.

Do not disassemble the com-

puter by yourself. Perform routine maintenance

on your computer.

Use only approved brands of

peripherals. Unplug the power cord before

attaching peripheral devices.

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Power Safety

The computer has specific power requirements:

• Only use a power adapter approved for use with this computer.

• Your AC adapter may be designed for international travel but it still requires a

steady, uninterrupted power supply. If you are unsure of your local power specifi-

cations, consult your service representative or local power company.

• The power adapter may have either a 2-prong or a 3-prong grounded plug. The

third prong is an important safety feature; do not defeat its purpose. If you do not

have access to a compatible outlet, have a qualified electrician install one.

• When you want to unplug the power cord, be sure to disconnect it by the plug head,

not by its wire.

• Make sure the socket and any extension cord(s) you use can support the total cur-

rent load of all the connected devices.

• Before cleaning the computer, make sure it is disconnected from any external

power supplies (i.e. AC adapter or car adapter).

Do not plug in the power

cord if you are wet. Do not use the power cord if

it is broken. Do not place heavy objects

on the power cord.

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Power Safety

Warning

Before you undertake

any upgrade proce-

dures, make sure that

you have turned off the

power, and discon-

nected all peripherals

and cables (including

telephone lines). It is

advisable to also re-

move your battery in

order to prevent acci-

dentally turning the

machine on.

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Battery Precautions

• Only use batteries designed for this computer. The wrong battery type may explode, leak or damage the com-

puter.

• Do not continue to use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g. bent or twisted) in any

way. Even if the computer continues to work with a damaged battery in place, it may cause circuit damage,

which may possibly result in fire.

• Recharge the batteries using the notebook’s system. Incorrect recharging may make the battery explode.

• Do not try to repair a battery pack. Refer any battery pack repair or replacement to your service representative

or qualified service personnel.

• Keep children away from, and promptly dispose of a damaged battery. Always dispose of batteries carefully.

Batteries may explode or leak if exposed to fire, or improperly handled or discarded.

• Keep the battery away from metal appliances.

• Affix tape to the battery contacts before disposing of the battery.

• Do not touch the battery contacts with your hands or metal objects.

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Battery Disposal & Caution

The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is recyclable. At the end of its

useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste

stream. Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended

by the manufacturer. Discard used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Cleaning

Do not apply cleaner directly to the computer; use a soft clean cloth.

Do not use volatile (petroleum distillates) or abrasive cleaners on any part of the computer.

Servicing

Do not attempt to service the computer yourself. Doing so may violate your warranty and expose you and

the computer to electric shock. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. Unplug the computer

from the power supply. Then refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any ofthe following con-

ditions:

• When the power cord or AC/DC adapter is damaged or frayed.

• If the computer has been exposed to rain or other liquids.

• If the computer does not work normally when you follow the operating instructions.

• If the computer has been dropped or damaged (do not touch the poisonous liquid if the LCD panel breaks).

• If there is an unusual odor, heat or smoke coming from your computer.

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Removal Warning

When removing any cover(s) and screw(s) for the purposes of device upgrade, remember to replace the cover(s)

and screw(s) before turning the computer on.

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