Alienware Area-51 m9750 User Manual

Alienware Area-51 m9750 Technical Reference
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The Two System LEDs
The two System LEDs are closely knitted together to reflect the system and battery
recharge statuses as below.
Off • The system is off, or in hibernation mode, and
• The battery pack is fully charged, or battery pack
is not inserted.
Blue • The system is in full operation mode, and
• The battery pack is fully charged, or battery pack
is not inserted.
Blue blinking once
per 1.5 seconds
• The system is in standby mode.
Amber • The battery pack is being recharged (fast-charge
or pre-charge).
Purple • The system is in full operation mode, and
• The battery pack fails to be recharged.
Purple blinking
once per second
• The system is in standby mode, and
• The battery pack fails to be recharged.
Amber blinking
once per 3 seconds
• The battery pack is under discharge, and
• The battery power is more than 10% level.
Amber blinking
once per second
• The system is in full operation mode, and
• The battery power is less than 10% level.
Amber blinking five
times per second
• The system is off, or in hibernation mode, and
• The battery power is less than 5% level.
Note: The two System LEDs are located at the rear bottom side of the LCD display screen.
For more details on Standby and Hibernate, please refer to Power Options in the
Control Panel of your Microsoft Windows operating system.
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Alienware Area-51 m9750 Specifications

General

Processor	Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 (2.33GHz)
Graphics	NVIDIA GeForce Go 7950 GTX
Display	17-inch WUXGA (1920x1200)
RAM	Up to 4GB DDR2
Operating System	Windows XP or Vista
Chipset	Intel 945PM
Optical Drive	DVD±RW
Audio	High-Definition Audio
Networking	Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11a/b/g Wi-Fi
Ports	4x USB 2.0, FireWire, VGA, S-Video
Weight	4.42 kg (9.75 lbs)

Summary

Getting Started & System Overview

Chapter 1 - Before You Begin

Introduction to the notebook's initial setup and package contents.

Examining Your Computer

Overview of the notebook's main features and external interfaces with diagrams.

Computer Views and Ports

Detailed diagrams of front, rear, left, right, and bottom views with labeled ports.

System and Battery Status LEDs

Explanation of the system and battery status indicator lights and their meanings.

Expansion Slots and Interfaces

Information on PCI Express and Media Card slots for system expansion.

Operating Temperature

Specifies the recommended operating temperature range for the notebook.

The <Fn> Key Functions

Details on using the Fn key with function keys for various system operations.

Battery Management

Battery Pack and Recharging

Details about the Lithium Ion battery pack and its recharging procedure.

Battery Q&A and Maintenance

Answers common questions and provides tips for battery maintenance and longevity.

Power Consumption and Reduction

Guidance on managing power usage and reducing consumption to extend battery life.

Removing the Battery Pack

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing the notebook's battery pack.

Memory and Storage

Memory Configuration and Upgrade

Illustrates system memory configurations and upgrade options for the notebook.

Removing Memory Modules

Procedure for removing and replacing the system's memory modules.

Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Sockets

Details on the two HDD sockets and their usage scenarios for storage.

Removing Hard Disk Drives

Step-by-step instructions for removing the notebook's hard disk drives.

Regulatory and Safety Notices

General Safety Instructions

Important safety precautions for operating the notebook and handling potential hazards.

FCC and Agency Notices

Information on FCC compliance, modifications, RF exposure, and related agency requirements.

European and International Notices

Compliance details for European, Canadian, Japanese, and UK regulations and standards.