New Desktop Class NVIDIA 980
Has any one tried to put the nvidea 980 (laptop) class in a Alienware yet to see if it would work? I am curious if it is possible.
View ArticleA18 Blu ray random clicking
Seems every 10 minutes or so the computer decides to look for a CD in the drive. Makes a searching rattle for a second. I assume thats what the noise is anyways. Anyone else experience this? Its a bit...
View ArticleM18X R1 6990M recommended drivers?
Hello everyone. I've been working on a friends R1, which keeps losing video.. whether it be black screen, gray screen, blue screen with lines.. it just has issues. The system is not under warranty, and...
View ArticleAnother m18xR2 screen flickering
Hello guys, When I came back from work on Monday and started a few games, I discovered that my external screen was flickering when the game was started. The screen behavior under Windows 7 was fine. My...
View ArticleNew Alienware 18 Config and Order Status Thread
Not sure if this thread is wanted but I thought some people may want to share their configs and experiences trying to get one of these new laptops. It's been a horror story for me. I have been...
View ArticleNew on Alienware 18 2013.
Below are the specs of my beast that I just gotten it. Alienware 18 2013 CPU - Intel core i7 4900MQ @ 2.80ghz (8M cache, Turbo up to 3.8ghz) Ram - 16GB dual-channel ddr3 Graphics - 2x NVIDIA GEFORCE...
View ArticleA18 750GB disk + 80GBMsata Raid0 I want to add a SSD Boot
Can I keep the Raid 0 and add a 500GB SSD for a C drive? I have lots of data on the disk drive I just want a big C drive and fast boot times. Any good tutorials?
View ArticleAlienware 18 BIOS A12 Findings & Fixes
http://www.dell.com/support/home/us...tails?productCode=alienware-18&driverId=VN15G Fixes & EnhancementsClick to expand... Enhancements: - Disable PCIe Active State Power Management of Nvidia...
View ArticleM18x r1 vs A18
After owning both i got to say Dell really cheaped out on this new A18 compared to the r1. The A18 does run smoother, but sure is nowhere near as classy as the original model. I bought the A18 second...
View ArticleNvidia 980m SLI upgrade
Hi, I'd like to update my Alienware 18 that currently has dual 780m to 980m. Now I know the bios was the main issue with the update but not has been fixed with the A12 bios. There's lots of Information...
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Step by Step: 980m Install in Alienware 18
Hey Guys. So many people are asking how to upgrade AW18 to 980ms and i decided to make a tutorial how to do it (or i have done it.. ) I made an upgrade from 880m SLI so i have 100W Heatsinks. It does...
View ArticleCan't eject disk from Blu-ray burner BD-5850H in AW18 R1 (2013)
The only way I can remove the disk is to go into windows 8 and open My Computer and right click on the drive and click "eject". Pressing the eject key on the keyboard does not work (in BIOS too)....
View ArticleBloodsucking monkeys from Pittsburg, I upgraded to Windows 10
Definitely quicker too boot than the Win 7. Hopefully it wont kill my monitor. Running 359.06 drivers. Weird thing is if I put airplane mode to disable the wireless, I dont see an icon for the Killer...
View Article*OFFICIAL* Alienware 18 Owner's Lounge Thread
Note: For general questions regarding specs, ordering information and general discussion about all of the new Alienware laptops, including the new Alienware 18, please visit this thread and the...
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[How-To]Installing Nvidia GPUs in M18xR1 with AMD 100W Heatsinks
Hey, I've installed two Nvidia GTX 880M using AMD Heatsinks. Some said that's impossible but I think nothing is impossible If i forgot about something just tell me, I will modify this guide If you want...
View ArticleAlienware 18 problems.
Hi guys, am encountering some sort of problems on my Alienware 18. Specs: Alienware 18 2013 CPU - Intel core i7 4900MQ @ 2.80ghz (8M cache, Turbo up to 3.8ghz) *I turned on the oc level 1* Ram - 16GB...
View Article*OFFICIAL* Alienware M18xR1/R2/18 Benchmark Thread - Part 3
Welcome to *Part 3* of the Alienware M18xR1/R2 "Avenger" Benchmark thread here on NBR. We are pleased to also include the new Alienware 18 "Viking" in the family of über beasts. Please use this thread...
View ArticleCan someone help me?
I just received a M18x R1 yesterday. I got it for free from a rich lady - It's virtually new, and it's been completely replaced once or twice due to warranty. It seems a bit dated, and I was wondering...
View Article*Official* Alienware M18xR1/R2 CPU Overclocking Thread - Learn How and Share...
Lets discuss all things related to overclocking the Intel i7 Sandy/Ivy Bridge Extreme CPUs here... Tips, BIOS settings, questions & answers - all are welcome. We're going to try something different...
View ArticleDual 780m or 880m for Alienware 18
Hi guys, my friend has dual 880m which he can give me for free. Should I take up the offer? Or stick with my 780m? I know that its not much different but since its free. PS: I'm not very into...
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