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Basic hints and tips – Dell Alienware M11x R3 (Early 2011) User Manual

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CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING

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Basic Hints and Tips

• Computer does not power on: Is your AC adapter cable securely connected to a working

electrical outlet? If connected to a power strip, ensure that the strip is actually working.

• Connections: Check all the cables to ensure that there are no loose connections

anywhere.

• Power Savings: Ensure that your computer is not in hibernate or standby mode by

pressing the power button for less than 4 seconds. The power status light will fade from
blue to black while in standby mode; in hibernate mode it will be off.

• Brightness: Check and adjust the brightness of the display by pressing the key

combinations or .

• Display Choice: Press the key combination to ensure that the computer is not

set to “External Only” display.

• Use only the AC adapter that shipped with your laptop.