Dell Alienware Aurora Alx Service Manual

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Frequency/Voltage Control
Overvoltage ConfigurationAllows you to access the overvoltage configuration submenu
Load Level1 OC Setting Allows you to restore the Level 1 overclocking settings that were shipped from the factory (only displayed with an XE processor).
Advance DRAM Configuration Submenu
Memory-ZOpens submenu to display the SPD configuration for each memory module.
Advanced Memory SettingsAllows you to toggle to Manual mode and set all of the timing parameters.
tCLDisplays the Column Address Strobe Latency (editable in Manual Mode).
tRCDDisplays timing of RAS to CAS delay (editable in Manual Mode).
tRPDisplays timing of RAS Precharge (editable in Manual Mode).
tRASDisplays timing of Row Address Strobe (editable in Manual Mode).
Frequency/Voltage Control
CPU SpeedDisplays the current processor speed.
Memory SpeedDisplays the current memory speed.
Current QPI Speed (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only)
Displays current QPI speed.
Current DMI Speed (available on Aurora-R2 only)Displays current DMI speed.
QPI Frequency (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only)
Allows you to change the QPI frequency.
DMI Frequency (available on Aurora-R2 only)Allows you to change the DMI frequency.
Memory RatioAllows you to change the memory ratio.
Core (Non-Turbo) RatioDisplays the ratio between the processor core clock and the FSB frequency.
Advance DRAM ConfigurationAllows you to access the advance DRAM configuration submenu
Overclock ConfigurationAllows you to access the overclock configuration submenu 
						

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Overclock Configuration Submenu
Adjust CPU BClk (MHz)Allows you to adjust BClk of processor.
Spread SpectrumEnable/disable spread spectrum modulation.
Adjust PCI Frequency (MHz) (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only)
Allows you to adjust PCI frequency.
Adjust PCI-E Frequency (MHz)Allows you to adjust PCI-E frequency.
Intel® TurboMode techIf enabled, allows processor to run at faster frequencies than marked.
[1-4] Core CPU Turbo Ratio Limit (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only)
Limit ratio for cores 1-4  (XE processors only).
Turbo Mode TDC Limit Override Allows you to program the current 
thresholds for the processor while in turbo mode.
Turbo Mode TDP Limit OverrideAllows you to program the power thresholds for the processor while in turbo mode.
Advance DRAM Configuration Submenu
tRFCDisplays timing of Refresh to Archive/Refresh cycle time (editable in Manual Mode).
tWRDisplays timing of Write Recover (editable in Manual Mode).
tWTRDisplays Write to Read delay (editable in Manual Mode).
tRRDDisplays RAS to RAS Delay (editable in Manual Mode).
tRTPDisplays Read to Precharge command delay (editable in Manual Mode).
1T/2T TimingDisplays the Command Rate (editable in Manual Mode). 
						

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BIOS Security Features
Change Supervisor PasswordAllows you to change the supervisor password.
Change User PasswordAllows you to change the user password. You cannot use the user password to enter the BIOS setup, during POST.
Exit
Exit OptionsProvides options to Save Changes and Exit, Discard Changes and Exit, Load Optimal Defaults, and Discard Changes.
Overvoltage Configuration Submenu
CPU Temperature SensorDisplays the processor temperature in Celsius and Fahrenheit.
VCoreDisplays processor core voltage.
Dynamic CPU VCore OffsetProcessor core voltage offset.
DDR3 Memory VoltageAdjust the DDR3 memory voltage.
IOH VoltageAdjust the IOH voltage.
QPI and Uncore Voltage (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only)
Adjust QPI and uncore voltage.
DMI and Uncore Voltage (available on Aurora-R2 only)Adjust DMI and uncore voltage. 
						

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Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings 
Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.
WARNING:  The  computer  must  be  disconnected  from  the  electrical outlet to clear the CMOS setting.
Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel” on page 2. 11).
Reset the current password and CMOS settings: 3. 
Locate the 3-pin CMOS or password-reset jumper on the system board a. (see “System Board Components” on page 14).
Remove the jumper plug from the CMOS or password-reset jumper b. pins 2 and 3.
Place the jumper plug on the CMOS or password-reset jumper  c. pins 1 and 2 and wait for approximately five seconds. 
Remove the jumper plug and replace it on the CMOS or password reset d. jumper pins 2 and 3.
CMOS: 
						

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PASSWORD:
Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel” on page 4. 11).
Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 5. them on. 
						

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A list of results appear on the screen. Click 4. BIOS.
Click 5. Download Now to download the latest BIOS file. The File Download window appears.
Click 6. Save to save the file on your desktop. The file downloads to your desktop.
Click 7. Close if the Download Complete window appears. The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file.
Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the procedures that 8. appear on the screen.
Flashing the BIOS
The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the system board. To flash the BIOS: 
Turn on the computer.1. 
Go to 2. support.dell.com/support/downloads.
Locate the BIOS update file for your computer:3. 
- If you have your computer’s Service Tag:
Click a. Enter a Service Tag.
Enter your computer’s Service Tag in the b. Enter a service tag: field, click Go, and proceed to step 6.
- If you do not have your computer’s Service Tag:
Click a. Select Your Product Model in the Select Your Entry Method list.
Select the type of product in the b. Select Your Product Family list.
Select the product brand in the c. Select Your Product Line list.
Select the product model number in the d. Select Your Product Model list.
NOTE: If you have selected a different model and want to start over again, click Start Over on the top right of the menu.
Click e. Confirm. 
						

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APPENDIX A: CONTACTING ALIENWARE 
Websites
You can learn about Alienware® products and services on the following websites:
www.dell.com• www.dell.com/ap•  (Asian/Pacific countries only)www.dell.com/jp•  (Japan only)www.euro.dell.com•  (Europe only)www.dell.com/la•  (Latin American and Caribbean countries)www.dell.ca•  (Canada only)
You can access Alienware Support through the following websites:
support.dell.com•  support.jp.dell.com•  (Japan only)support.euro.dell.com•  (Europe only)support.la.dell.com•  (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico)
APPENDIX A: CONTACTING ALIENWARE
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.
Dell  provides  several  online  and  telephone-based  support  and  service  options. Because  availability  varies  by  country  and  product,  some  services  may  not  be available in your area. 
To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
Visit 1. www.dell.com/contactdell.
Select your country or region.2. 
Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.3. 
Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you.4. 
NOTE: For telephone support in the United States, call 1-800-Alienware.