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Contents Set up your computer............ 5 ......5 Setting up the Virtual Reality (VR) headset — optional .....................5 HTC Vive ..................6 Oculus Rift .................8 Oculus Rift with touch ..............11 Alienware Graphics Amplifier Views................12 ......................12 Base ..................... 13 Display ......................14 Back ......................15...
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Specifications...............17 ................17 Dimensions and weight .................. 17 System information ....................18 Memory ................18 Ports and connectors ..................18 Communications ......................19 Audio ....................19 Storage ....................19 Keyboard ....................20 Camera ....................20 Touch pad ....................20 Battery ......................21 Video ..................21 Power adapter .....................22 Display...
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— optional NOTE: The VR headset is sold separately. NOTE: If you are using Alienware Graphics Amplifier with your computer, Alienware Graphics Amplifier for more information. HTC Vive Download and run the setup tools for your VR headset at www.dell.com/ VRsupport.
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NOTE: The USB dongles are only shipped with computers that are Oculus certified. Download and run the setup tools for your VR headset at www.dell.com/ VRsupport. Connect the HDMI cable of the Oculus Rift headset to the back of your...
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Connect the Oculus Rift headset to the USB Type-A port on the right side of your computer. Connect the Oculus Rift tracker to the USB Type-A port on the left side of your computer. Connect a USB Type-C to Type-A dongle to the Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) port on the back of your computer.
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NOTE: The USB dongles are only shipped with computers that are Oculus certified. Download and run the setup tools for your VR headset at www.dell.com/ VRsupport. Connect the HDMI cable of the Oculus Rift headset to the back of your...
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Connect the Oculus Rift headset to the USB Type-A port on the right side of your computer. Connect a USB Type-C to Type-A dongle to the Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) port on the back side of your computer. Connect the Oculus Rift tracker to the USB Type-A port on the left side of your computer.
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Connect a USB Type-C to Type-A dongle to the USB 3.0 (Type-C) port on the left side of your computer. Connect the XBOX controller to the USB Type-A port on the USB dongle. Connect the Oculus Rift tracker for Touch to the USB Type-A port on the dongle.
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Alienware Graphics Amplifier Alienware Graphics Amplifier enables you to connect an external graphics card to your computer. When using the Virtual Reality(VR) headset, connect the HDMI cable to the graphics card installed on your Alienware Graphics Amplifier. You can also connect the USB cable and XBOX receiver (for Oculus Rift only) to the USB 3.0 port on your Alienware Graphics Amplifier.
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Views Base Power button (Alienhead) Press to turn on the computer if it is turned off, in sleep state, or in hibernate state. Press to put the computer in sleep state if it is turned on. Press and hold for 4 seconds to force shut-down the computer. NOTE: You can customize the power-button behavior in Power Options.
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Display Left microphone Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls. Infrared emitter Emits infrared light, which enables the infrared camera to sense depth and track motion. Infrared camera Depth-sensing feature of the camera enhances security when paired with Windows Hello face authentication.
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Right microphone Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls. Service Tag label The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information.
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Connect a power adapter to provide power to your computer and charge the battery. Left Security-cable slot (for Noble locks) Connect a security cable to prevent unauthorized movement of your computer. USB 3.0 port with PowerShare Connect peripherals such as storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
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USB 3.0 (Type-C) port Connect peripherals such as external storage devices, printers, and external displays. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. Supports Power Delivery that enables two-way power supply between devices. Provides up to 15 W power output that enables faster charging. NOTE: Adapters (sold separately) are required to connect standard USB and DisplayPort devices.
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Specifications Dimensions and weight Table 1. Dimensions and weight Height • Touch: 22 mm (0.87 in) • Non-touch: 24 mm (0.95 in) Width 330 mm (13 in) Depth 269 mm (10.60 in) Weight 2.63 kg (5.80 lb) NOTE: The weight of your computer varies depending on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing variability.
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Memory Table 3. Memory specifications Slots Two SODIMM slots Type DDR4 Speed Up to 2667 MHz Configurations supported 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB Ports and connectors Table 4. Ports and connectors Network One RJ-45 port • One USB 3.0 port •...
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Audio Table 6. Audio specifications Controller Realtek ALC 3266 with Alienware XENOWAVE sound effect Speakers Stereo Speaker output • Average: 4 W • Peak: 5 W Microphone Digital-array microphones Volume controls Media-control shortcut keys Storage Table 7. Storage specifications Interface PCI Express Gen3 x4 and SATA3 by auto detect Solid-state drive (SSD)
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NOTE: You can define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1– F12) by changing Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program. Keyboard shortcuts Camera Table 9. Camera specifications Resolution 1280 x 720 (HD) Diagonal viewing angle 75 degrees Touch pad Table 10.
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• Storage: –20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F) Coin-cell battery CR-2032 Dimensions: Height 7.20 mm (0.28 in) Width 72.50 mm (2.85 in) Depth 297.10 mm (11.70 in) Operating time Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. Video Table 12.
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Rated output voltage 19.50 VDC Temperature range: Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Temperature range: Storage –40°C to 70°C (–40°F to 158°F) Display Table 14. Display specifications Type 13.3-inch Touch 13.3-inch 13.3-inch Nontouch QHD OLED Nontouch FHD HD LCD Resolution 2560 x 1440 1920 x 1080...
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Operating Storage Vibration (maximum) 0.26 GRMS 1.37 GRMS Shock (maximum) 40 G for 2 ms with a change 105 G for 2 ms with a in velocity of 20 in/s (51 change in velocity of 52.5 † ‡ cm/s) in/s (133 cm/s) Altitude (maximum) –15.20 m to 3048 m –15.20 m to 10,668 m...
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Keyboard shortcuts Table 16. List of keyboard shortcuts Keys Description Disconnect Alienware Graphics Amplifier Disable/enable wireless Mute audio Decrease volume Increase volume Toggle integrated/discrete graphics Switch to external display Decrease brightness Increase brightness Disable/enable touch pad Disable/enable AlienFX...
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You can get information and help on Alienware products and services using these online self-help resources: Information about Alienware products www.alienware.com and services Dell Help & Support app Get started app Get started app Accessing help In Windows search, type Help and Support, and press Enter.
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NOTE: If you do not have an active internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
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