Dell Alienware 17 R4 Laptop Setup Guide PDF
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Alienware 17 R4 Setup and Specifications
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2018 - 11
Rev. A03
Contents
1 Set up your computer.............................................................................................................................4 Set up the Virtual Reality (VR) headsetoptional.............................................................................................................4
HTC Vive......................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Oculus Rift....................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Oculus Rift with touch.....................................................................................................................................................5
Alienware Graphics Amplifier..............................................................................................................................................6
2 Views...................................................................................................................................................... 7 Base....................................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Display (with Tobii Aware)................................................................................................................................................... 7 Display (with Tobii Eye Tracker).......................................................................................................................................... 8 Back.......................................................................................................................................................................................8 Left........................................................................................................................................................................................9 Right.................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
3 Specifications........................................................................................................................................11 Dimensions and weight....................................................................................................................................................... 11 System information.............................................................................................................................................................. 11 Memory................................................................................................................................................................................ 11 Ports and connectors........................................................................................................................................................... 11 Communications..................................................................................................................................................................12 Audio................................................................................................................................................................................... 12 Storage................................................................................................................................................................................ 12 Keyboard.............................................................................................................................................................................12 Camera.................................................................................................................................................................................13 Touch pad............................................................................................................................................................................ 13 Battery................................................................................................................................................................................. 13 Video................................................................................................................................................................................... 13 Power adapter.....................................................................................................................................................................14 Display.................................................................................................................................................................................14 Computer environment...................................................................................................................................................... 14
4 Tobii Aware.......................................................................................................................................... 16 Features............................................................................................................................................................................... 16 Enabling or disabling Tobii Aware..................................................................................................................................... 16
5 Keyboard shortcuts..............................................................................................................................17
6 Getting help and contacting Alienware............................................................................................. 18
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Set up your computer Connect the power adapter and press the power button.
Set up the Virtual Reality (VR) headsetoptional NOTE: The VR headset is sold separately.
NOTE: If you are using Alienware Graphics Amplifier with your computer, see Alienware Graphics Amplifier.
HTC Vive 1. Download and run the setup tools for your VR headset at www.dell.com/VRsupport. 2. Connect the HDMI cable of the HTC Vive headset to the back of your computer.
3. Connect the USB cable from the Vive hub to the USB 3.1 Gen 1 port at the right side of your computer. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Oculus Rift
NOTE: The USB dongles are only shipped with computers that are Oculus certified.
1. Download and run the setup tools for your VR headset at www.dell.com/VRsupport. 2. Connect the HDMI cable of the Oculus Rift headset to the back of your computer.
3. Connect the Oculus Rift headset to the USB Type-A port at the right side of your computer.
4. Connect the Oculus Rift tracker to the USB Type-A port at the left side of your computer.
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5. Connect a USB Type-C to Type-A dongle to the Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) port at the back of your computer.
6. Connect the XBOX controller to the USB Type-A port on the USB dongle.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Oculus Rift with touch
NOTE: The USB dongles are only shipped with computers that are Oculus certified.
1. Download and run the setup tools for your VR headset at www.dell.com/VRsupport. 2. Connect the HDMI cable of the Oculus Rift headset to the back of your computer.
3. Connect the Oculus Rift headset to the USB Type-A port at the right side of your computer.
4. 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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5. Connect the Oculus Rift tracker to the USB Type-A port at the left side of your computer.
6. Connect a USB Type-C to Type-A dongle to the USB 3.1 Gen 2 (Type-C) port at the left side of your computer.
7. Connect the XBOX controller to the USB Type-A port on the USB dongle.
8. Connect the Oculus Rift tracker for Touch to the USB Type-A port on the dongle.
9. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
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. The USB cables from the VR headset can be connected either to your computer or your Alienware Graphics Amplifier.
NOTE: The USB dongle is not required, if you are connecting the USB 3.0 cables on your VR headset to the USB 3.0 Type- A port on your Alienware Graphics Amplifier.
For more information about Alienware Graphics Amplifier, see Alienware Graphics Amplifier Users Guide at www.dell.com/support.
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Views
Base
1. 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.
2. Macro keys
Run pre-defined Macros.
Define the macro keys using the Alienware Command Center.
Display (with Tobii Aware)
1. Left microphone
Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls. 2. Infrared emitter
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Emits infrared light, which enables the infrared camera to sense depth and track motion.
NOTE: The infrared emitter blinks to detect the users presence. To stop the emitter from blinking, turn off the Tobii Aware. For more information about the Tobii Aware, see Tobii Aware.
3. Infrared camera
Enhances security when paired with Windows Hello face authentication. 4. Camera
Enables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos. 5. Camera-status light
Turns on when the camera is in use. 6. Right microphone
Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls. 7. 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.
Display (with Tobii Eye Tracker)
1. Left microphone
Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls. 2. Camera
Enables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos. 3. Camera-status light
Turns on when the camera is in use. 4. Right microphone
Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls. 5. Tobii Eye Tracker
Application that enables you to interact with your computer using your eyes. 6. 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.
Back
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1. Network port (with lights)
Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for network or Internet access.
The two lights next to the connector indicate the connectivity status and network activity. 2. Mini DisplayPort
Connect to a TV or another DisplayPort-in enabled device. Provides video and audio output. 3. HDMI port
Connect to a TV or another HDMI-in enabled device. Provides video and audio output. 4. Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) port
Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2, DisplayPort 1.2, Thunderbolt 3 and also enables you to connect to an external display using a display adapter.
Provides data transfer rates up to 10 Gbps for USB 3.1 Gen 2 and up to 40 Gbps for Thunderbolt 3.
NOTE: A USB Type-C to DisplayPort adapter (sold separately) is required to connect a DisplayPort device.
5. External graphics port
Connect an Alienware Graphics Amplifier to enhance the graphics performance. 6. Power-adapter port
Connect a power adapter to provide power to your computer and charge the battery.
Left
1. Security-cable slot (for Noble locks)
Connect a security cable to prevent unauthorized movement of your computer. 2. USB 3.0 (Type-C) port
Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers.
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.
3. USB 3.0 port with PowerShare
Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers.
Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. PowerShare enables you to charge your USB devices even when your computer is turned off.
NOTE: If the charge on your computers battery is less than 10 percent, you must connect the power adapter to charge your computer, and USB devices connected to the PowerShare port.
NOTE: If a USB device is connected to the PowerShare port before the computer is turned off or in hibernate state, you must disconnect and connect it again to enable charging.
4. Microphone/headphone port (configurable)
Connect an external microphone for sound input or headphones for sound output. 5. Headset port
Connect headphones or a headset (headphone and microphone combo).
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Right
1. USB 3.1 Gen 1 port
Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
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Specifications
Dimensions and weight
System information Table 1. System information
Processor 6th Generation Intel Core i7/i7k 7th Generation Intel Core i7/i7k
NOTE: If your computer is shipped with an Intel Core i7k processor, you can overclock the processing speed beyond the standard specifications.
Chipset Intel CM236 Intel CM238
Memory Table 2. Memory specifications
Slots Two SODIMM slots
Type DDR4
Speed 2133 MHz, 2400 MHz, and 2667 MHz
Configurations supported 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB
Ports and connectors Table 3. Ports and connectors
External:
Network One RJ-45 port
USB One USB 3.0 port One USB 3.0 port with PowerShare One USB 3.0 (Type-C) port Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) port
Audio/Video One HDMI 2.0 port One microphone/headphone port (configurable) One headset port One Mini DisplayPort 1.2 One external graphics port
Internal:
Expansion slots One 2.5" hard drive SATA 3.0 connector
M.2 One M.2 2242 card slot for SSD Two M.2 2280 card slots for SSD One M.2 2230 card slot for WiFi/Bluetooth combo card
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Communications Table 4. Communications specifications
Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controller integrated on system board
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11ac Bluetooth 4.1 Miracast
Audio Table 5. Audio specifications
Controller Realtek ALC 3266
Speakers Stereo
Speaker output Average: 4 W Peak: 5 W
Subwoofer output Average: 2 W Peak: 2.5 W
Microphone Digital-array microphones
Volume controls Media-control shortcut keys
Storage Your computer supports one hard drive and three solid-state drives.
Table 6. Storage specifications
Interface SATA 6 Gbps PCIe up to 32 Gbps
Hard drive One 2.5-inch drive
Solid-state drive (SSD) Two full-size M.2 PCIe/SATA drives One half-size M.2 PCIe/SATA drive
Keyboard Table 7. Keyboard specifications
Type Backlit keyboard
Shortcut keys Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These keys can be used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions. To type the alternate character, press Shift and the desired key. To perform secondary functions, press Fn and the desired key.
NOTE: You can define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1F12) by changing Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program.
Keyboard shortcuts
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Camera Table 8. Camera specifications
Resolution Still image: 2.07 megapixels Video: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) at 30 fps (maximum)
Diagonal viewing angle 74 degrees
Touch pad Table 9. Touch pad specifications
Resolution Horizontal: 1727 Vertical: 1092
Dimensions Height: 56 mm (2.20 in) Width: 100 mm (3.94 in)
Battery Table 10. Battery specifications
Type 4-cell smart lithium-ion (68 WHr) 6-cell smart lithium-ion (99 WHr)
Weight (maximum) 0.32 kg (0.71 lb) 0.42 kg (0.93 lb)
Voltage 15.20 VDC 11.40 VDC
Life span (approximate) 300 discharge/charge cycles
Temperature range: Operating 0C to 35C (32F to 95F)
Temperature range: Storage 20C to 60C (4F to 140F)
Coin-cell battery CR-2032
Dimensions:
Height 13.50 mm (0.53 in)
Width 259.60 mm (10.22 in)
Depth 89.20 mm (3.51 in)
Operating time Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions.
Video Table 11. Video specifications
Integrated Discrete
Controller Intel HD Graphics 530 Intel HD Graphics 630
AMD Radeon RX 470 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080
Memory Shared system memory 6 GB GDDR5 8 GB GDDR5 8 GB GDDR5X
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Power adapter Table 12. Power adapter specifications
Type 180 W 240 W 330 W
Input voltage 100 VAC240 VAC 100 VAC240 VAC 100 VAC240 VAC
Input frequency 50 Hz60 Hz 50 Hz60 Hz 50 Hz60 Hz
Input current (maximum) 2.34 A/2.50 A 3.50 A 4.40 A
Output current (continuous) 9.23 A 12.30 A 16.92 A
Rated output voltage 19.50 VDC 19.50 VDC 19.50 VDC
Temperature range: Operating 0C to 40C
(32F to 104F)
0C to 40C
(32F to 104F)
0C to 40C
(32F to 104F)
Temperature range: Storage 40C to 70C
(40F to 158F)
40C to 70C
(40F to 158F)
40C to 70C
(40F to 158F)
Display Table 13. Display specifications
Type 17.3-inch FHD (optional Tobii Eye-tracking)
17.3-inch QHD (with Tobii Eye-tracking)
17.3-inch UHD (with Tobii Eye-tracking)
G-Sync support Optional No No
Resolution (maximum) 1920 x 1080 2560 x 1440 3840 x 2160
Viewing angle (Left/ Right/Up/Down)
89/89/89/89 degrees 70/70/60/60 degrees 89/89/89/89 degrees
Pixel pitch 0.1989 mm 0.14925 mm 0.0995 mm
Height
(excluding bezel)
214.81 mm (8.46 in) 214.92 mm (8.46 in) 214.94 mm (8.46 in)
Width
(excluding bezel)
381.89 mm (15.04 in) 382.08 mm (15.04 in) 382.12 mm (15.04 in)
Diagonal
(excluding bezel)
439.42 mm (17.30 in) 439.42 mm (17.30 in) 439.42 mm (17.30 in)
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz 60 Hz
Controls Brightness can be controlled using shortcut keys
Computer environment Airborne contaminant level: G2 or lower as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
Table 14. Computer environment
Operating Storage
Temperature range 5C to 35C (41F to 95F) 40C to 65C (40F to 149F)
Relative humidity (maximum) 10% to 90%
(non-condensing)
0% to 95%
(non-condensing)
Vibration (maximum) 0.26 GRMS 1.37 GRMS
Shock (maximum)* 40 G for 2 ms with a change in velocity of 20 in/s (51 cm/s)
105 G for 2 ms with a change in velocity of 52.5 in/s (133 cm/s)
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Operating Storage
Altitude (maximum) 15.20 m to 3048 m
(50 ft to 10,000 ft)
15.20 m to 10,668 m
(50 ft to 35,000 ft)
* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment.
Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard drive is in use.
Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard-drive head is in parked position.
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Tobii Aware Tobii Aware application enables the infrared sensors on your computer to manage power, security, and Alien FX lighting.
Features The following table shows the features of Tobii Aware.
Table 15. Features
Dim brightness Reduces screen brightness when you are not in front of it.
Turn off screen Turns off the screen when you are not in front of it.
Sleep mode Sends your computer to sleep before Windows power plan when you are not in front of the screen.
Turn off lights Turns off the computer lights when you are not in front of the screen.
Windows Hello Enables you to login to your computer without the login id or password when paired with Windows Hello face authentication.
Alien FX lighting Enables Alien FX lighting feature when you are in front of your screen.
Enabling or disabling Tobii Aware 1. Select the Eye detection indicator on the activity field in Windows. 2. Toggle the On/Off switch located on the top. Default: On 3. Save the settings and exit.
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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
Table 17. List of Macro keys
Keys Description
Macro keys NOTE: You can configure modes and assign multiple tasks for the macro keys on the keyboard.
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Getting help and contacting Alienware
Self-help resources You can get information and help on Alienware products and services using these online self-help resources:
Table 18. Alienware products and online self-help resources
Self-help resources Resource location
Information about Alienware products and services www.alienware.com
Tips
Contact Support In Windows search, type Contact Support, and press Enter.
Online help for operating system www.dell.com/support/windows
www.dell.com/support/linux
Troubleshooting information, user manuals, setup instructions, product specifications, technical help blogs, drivers, software updates, and so on
www.alienware.com/gamingservices
VR Support www.dell.com/VRsupport
Videos providing step-by-step instructions to service your computer
www.youtube.com/alienwareservices
Contacting Alienware To contact Alienware for sales,
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