Alienware Alpha R2 Operation and maintenance manual

Alienware Alpha R2
Setup and Specifications
Computer Model: Alienware Alpha R2
Regulatory Model: D07U
Regulatory Type: D07U002/ D07U003

Notes, cautions, and warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your
computer.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of
data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal
injury, or death.
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2016-04
Rev. A00

Contents
Set up your computer.......................................................................4
Views..................................................................................................7
Front................................................................................................................... 7
Back....................................................................................................................8
Specifications.................................................................................... 9
Dimensions and weight.........................................................................................9
System information.............................................................................................. 9
Memory...............................................................................................................9
Ports and connectors...........................................................................................10
Communications................................................................................................ 10
Video................................................................................................................ 11
Audio................................................................................................................11
Storage..............................................................................................................11
Power adapter.................................................................................................... 11
Computer environment....................................................................................... 12
Getting help and contacting Alienware........................................ 13
Self-help resources............................................................................................. 13
Contacting Alienware......................................................................................... 13
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Set up your computer
1 Connect the keyboard and mouse.
2 Connect the network cable - optional.
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3 Connect the display.
4 Connect the power adapter.
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5 Press the power button.
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Views
Front
1USB 2.0 port (beneath USB port cover)
Connect a Bluetooth/wireless dongle for wireless keyboard, mouse, and so on.
Provides data transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps.
2USB 3.0 ports (2)
Connect peripherals such as storage devices, printers, and so on. Provide data
transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
3Service tag location
The service tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that allows Dell service
technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access
warranty information.
4Power button
Press to turn on the computer if it is turned off or in sleep state.
Press to shut down the computer 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.
For more information, see Me and My Dell at www.dell.com/support.
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Back
1Power-adapter port
Connect a power adapter to provide power to your computer.
2Graphics Amplifier port
Connect the Alienware Graphics Amplifier.
3HDMI-in port
Connect a gaming console, Blu‑ray player, or other HDMI‑out enabled devices.
4HDMI-out port
Connect a monitor, TV, or other HDMI‑in enabled devices. Provides video and
audio output.
5Network port
Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for
network or internet access.
6USB 3.0 ports (2)
Connect peripherals such as storage devices, printers, and so on. Provide data
transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
7Optical S/PDIF port
Connect an amplifier, speakers, or a TV for digital audio output through optical
cables.
8Hard-drive activity light
Turns on when the computer reads from or writes to the hard drive.
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Specifications
Dimensions and weight
Height 55 mm (2.17 in)
Width 200 mm (7.87 in)
Depth 200 mm (7.87 in)
Weight 1.81 kg (4 lb)
NOTE: The weight of your computer varies
depending on the configuration ordered and the
manufacturing variability.
System information
Computer model Alienware Alpha R2
Processor • 6th Generation Intel Dual Core i3
• 6th Generation Intel Dual Core i5
• 6th Generation Intel Dual Core i7
Chipset • Intel H110
• Intel H170
DMI speed 8.0 GT/s (64 bits)
Memory
Slots One SODIMM slot
Type DDR4
Speed 2133 MHz
Configurations supported 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB
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Ports and connectors
External:
Network One RJ45 port
USB Four USB 3.0 ports
Video/Audio • One optical S/PDIF port
• One HDMI-in port
• One HDMI-out port
• One Alienware Graphics Amplifier port
NOTE: The Alienware Graphics Amplifier is
supported only on computers with NVidia
graphics card (discrete), Intel i5, Intel i7, and
Windows 10 operating system.
NOTE: Your computer is shipped with the
Alienware Graphics Amplifier only if you have
ordered for it.
NOTE: The Alienware Graphics Amplifier port
is not supported by computers shipped with the
AMD video card.
Internal:
M.2 Card One M.2 card slot for WLAN and Bluetooth
Communications
Ethernet 10/100/1000 Mbps Realtek RTL8111 Ethernet
controller integrated on system board
Wireless • Wi-Fi 802.11a/g/n
• Wi-Fi 802.11a/g/n/ac
• Bluetooth
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Video
Controller Memory
NVIDIA GeForce GTX960 GPU 4GB
AMD Radeon R9 M470X 2 GB
Audio
Controller • Intel HD Audio
• Realtek ALC3234 for optical S/PDIF output
Storage
Interface SATA 6 Gbps
Hard drive One 2.5-inch drive
Solid-state drive One M.2 slot
Power adapter
Type • 130 W
• 180 W
Input voltage 100 VAC–240 VAC
Input frequency 50 Hz–60 Hz
Output current (continuous) • 6.70 A
• 9.23 A
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)
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Computer environment
Airborne contaminant level: G2 or lower as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
Operating Storage
Temperature range 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) –40°C to 65°C (–40°F to
149°F)
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)‡
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.
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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:
Information about Alienware products and
services
www.alienware.com
Troubleshooting information, user
manuals, setup instructions, product
specifications, technical help blogs,
drivers, software updates, and so on
www.alienware.com/gamingservices
Videos providing step-by-step instructions
to service your computer
www.youtube.com/alienwareservices
Contacting Alienware
To contact Alienware for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, see
www.alienware.com.
NOTE: Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be
available in your country.
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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