Dell AW3418DW (GAME-AW3418DW) user manual

Contents

1. Notes, cautions, and warningsp. 2

   NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss…

2. About your monitorp. 5

   | 5 About your monitor Package contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below. If any component is missing, contact Dell technical support. For…

3. Product featuresp. 7

   The Alienware AW3418DW/AW3418HW flat panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. The…

4. Identifying parts and controlsp. 8

   Front view Label Description 1 Cable-management slot (on the front side of the stand) 2 Function buttons (For more information, see Operating the monitor) 3…

5. Monitor specificationsp. 11

   Flat panel specifications 8 Headphone port Connect a headphone or speakers. 10 Downlights When the monitor is completely set up (see Attaching the stand and…

6. Plug and Play capabilityp. 20

   You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play-compatible system. The monitor automatically provides the computer system with its Extended Display…

7. Universal Serial Bus (USB) interfacep. 21

   This section gives you information about the USB ports that are available on the monitor. Transfer speed Data rate Power consumption* Super-speed 5 Gbps 4.5 W…

8. LCD monitor quality and pixel policyp. 23

   During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state which are hard to see and do not…

9. Maintenance guidelinesp. 23

   Cleaning your monitor CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety instructions before cleaning the monitor. WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor…

10. Setting up the monitorp. 24

    Attaching the stand NOTE: The stand is not installed at the factory when shipped. NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for attaching the stand…

11. Attaching the standp. 24

    NOTE: The stand is not installed at the factory when shipped. NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for attaching the stand that was shipped…

12. Connecting the computerp. 28

    WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety instructions. NOTE: Do not connect all cables to the computer at the same…

13. Removing the monitor standp. 29

    NOTE: To prevent scratches on the LCD when removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft, clean surface. NOTE: The following instructions are…

14. VESA wall mounting (optional)p. 31

    (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit. 1. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or…

15. Operating the monitorp. 32

    Power on the monitor Press the Power button to turn on the monitor

16. Power on the monitorp. 32

    Press the Power button to turn on the monitor

17. Using the front-panel controlsp. 32

    Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust settings. The following table describes the front-panel buttons: Front-panel button Description 1…

18. Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menup. 34

    Accessing the menu system NOTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed to another menu or exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those…

19. Setting the maximum resolutionp. 47

    To set the maximum resolution for the monitor: In Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1: 1. For Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to…

20. Using the tilt, swivel, and vertical extensionp. 48

    NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for attaching the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are attaching a stand that you…

21. Troubleshootingp. 50
22. Self-testp. 50

    Your monitor provides a self-test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. If your monitor and computer are properly…

23. Built-in diagnosticsp. 51

    Your monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the screen abnormality you are experiencing is an inherent problem with your monitor…

24. Common problemsp. 52

    The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions: Common symptoms What you…

25. Product specific problemsp. 54

    Specific symptoms What you experience Possible solutions Screen image is too small Image is centered on screen, but does not fill entire viewing area • Reset…

26. Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problemsp. 55

    Specific symptoms What you experience Possible solutions USB interface is not working USB peripherals are not working • Check that your monitor is turned On. •…

27. Appendixp. 56

    WARNING: Safety instructions WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to…

28. FCC notices (U.S. only) and other regulatory informationp. 56

    For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory compliance website located at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance

29. Contact Dellp. 56

    For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999- 3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information…