Before You Begin; Turn Off Your Computer And Connected Devices; Safety Instructions - Alienware M17x R4 Owner's Manual

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Turn Off Your Computer and Connected
Devices
CAUTION:
all open programs before you turn off your computer.
1 Save and close all open files and exit all open programs.
2 Click Start
Microsoft Windows shuts down and then the computer turns off.
NOTE: If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation of
your operating system for shut-down instructions.
3 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
4 Disconnect all telephone cables, network cables, and attached devices from your
computer.
5 Press and hold the power button for about 5 seconds, after the computer is
unplugged, to ground the system board.

Safety Instructions

Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and
ensure your personal safety.
WARNING:
information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety
best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance
Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING:
computer cover or panels. After you finish working inside the
computer, replace all covers, panels, and screws before connecting to
the power source.
CAUTION:
surface is flat and clean.
CAUTION:
them by their edges and avoid touching pins and contacts.

Before You Begin

To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit
and click Shut down.
Before working inside your computer, read the safety
Disconnect all power sources before opening the
To avoid damaging the computer, ensure that the work
To avoid damaging the components and cards, handle
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