CHAPTER 1: SETTING UP YOUR LAPTOP
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Before Setting Up Your Laptop
Congratulations on the purchase of your Alienware M11x!
Read all safety and setup instructions before connecting your new laptop. Begin by carefully
opening the box and removing all components that were shipped to you.
Before setting up your laptop or components, see the included invoice to verify that all items
ordered are present and be sure to inspect all items for any physical damage that may have
occurred during shipment. Report any missing components or damaged items to customer
service within 5 days of receiving the shipment. Anything reported missing or damaged after
the first 5 days of receiving a shipment will not be honored. Some of the most common items
to check for include:
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Laptop and AC adapter with power cable
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Microsoft CD‑key located at the bottom of the laptop
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Monitor with power cable and video cable (if ordered)
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Keyboard (if ordered)
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Mouse (if ordered)
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Multimedia speakers and sub‑woofer (if ordered)
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Joystick controllers (if ordered)
You may also need a small flathead and/or a Phillips head screwdriver for connecting peripheral
cables to the laptop.
Summary of Contents for Alienware M11x R3
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