Before You Begin; Turn Off Your Computer And Connected Devices; Safety Instructions - Alienware M18x R2 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.
Start
2 Click
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 After the computer is unplugged, press and hold the power button for about 5
seconds 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:
computer cover or panels. After you finish working inside the
computer, replace all covers, panels, and screws before connecting to
the power source.
WARNING:
information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety
best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance
Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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
Shut Down
and click
Disconnect all power sources before opening the
Before working inside your computer, read the safety
To avoid damaging the computer, ensure that the work
To avoid damaging the components and cards, handle
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