Set up your Alienware m15 R6 NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered. Connect the power adapter and press the power button.
Views of Alienware m15 R6 Left 1. Network port Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for network or Internet access. 2. Headset (headphone and microphone combo) port Connect headphones or a headset (headphone and microphone combo).
1. Touchpad Move your finger on the touchpad to move the mouse pointer. Tap to left-click and two fingers tap to right-click. 2. Left-click area Press to left-click. 3. Right-click area Press to right-click. 4. Power button (Alien head) 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.
Front 1. Left microphone Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls. 2. Infrared emitter (optional) Emits infrared light, which enables the infrared camera to sense and track motion. 3. RGB-infrared camera (optional) This combined camera supports both infrared Windows Hello facial recognition and standard RGB imaging for photos and videos.
Supports USB4, DisplayPort 1.4, Thunderbolt 4 and also enables you to connect to an external display using a display adapter. Provides data transfer rates of up to 40 Gbps for USB4 and Thunderbolt 4. NOTE: You can connect a Dell Docking Station to the Thunderbolt 4 ports. For more information, see the knowledge base article SLN286158 at www.dell.com/support.
1. Left speaker Provides audio output. 2. 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. 3. Right speaker Provides audio output.
Specifications of Alienware m15 R6 Dimensions and weight The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Alienware m15 R6. Table 1. Dimensions and weight Description Values Height: Front height 12.00 mm (0.47 in.) Rear height 19.25 mm (0.76 in.) Width 356.20 mm (14.02 in.)
Your Alienware m15 R6 supports the following operating systems: ● Windows 10 Home (64-bit) ● Windows 10 Pro (64-bit) Memory The following table lists the memory specifications of your Alienware m15 R6. Table 4. Memory specifications Description Values Memory slots...
NOTE: To learn more about the features of different types of M.2 cards, see the knowledge base article 000144170 www.dell.com/support. Ethernet The following table lists the wired Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) specifications of your Alienware m15 R6. Table 7. Ethernet specifications Description Values Model number...
Wireless module The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) module supported on your Alienware m15 R6. Table 8. Wireless module specifications Description Values Model number Killer 1650 Transfer rate Up to 2400 Mbps Frequency bands supported 2.4 GHz/5 GHz Wireless standards ●...
● One M.2 solid-state drive ● Two M.2 solid-state drives The primary drive of your Alienware m15 R6 varies with the storage configuration. For computers: ● with a M.2 drive, the M.2 drive is the primary drive ● with two M.2 drives, one of the M.2 drives is the primary drive Table 10.
Camera The following table lists the camera specifications of your Alienware m15 R6. Table 12. Camera specifications Description Values Number of cameras Camera type ● HD RGB camera ● RGB-IR camera (optional) Camera location Front Camera sensor type CMOS sensor technology...
Power adapter The following table lists the power adapter specifications of your Alienware m15 R6. Table 14. Power adapter specifications Description Option one Option two Type 180 W 240 W Connector dimensions: External diameter 7.40 mm 7.40 mm Internal diameter 5.10 mm...
NOTE: Dell recommends that you charge the battery regularly for optimal power consumption. If your battery charge is completely depleted, connect the power adapter, turn on your computer, and then restart your computer to reduce the power consumption.
Anti-glare vs glossy finish Anti-glare Anti-glare Anti-glare Touch options GPU—Integrated The following table lists the specifications of the integrated Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Alienware m15 R6. Table 17. GPU—Integrated Controller Memory size Processor Intel UHD Graphics Shared system memory Generation Intel Core i5/i7/i9 GPU—Discrete...
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Table 19. Computer environment (continued) Description Operating Storage Relative humidity (maximum) 50% to 90% (non-condensing) 0% to 95% (non-condensing) Vibration (maximum) 0.66 GRMS 1.30 GRMS Shock (maximum) 140 G† 160 G† Altitude range 0 m to 3048 m (0 ft to 10000 ft) 0 m to 10668 m (0 ft to 35000 ft) CAUTION: Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
Low blue light WARNING: Prolonged exposure to blue light from the display may lead to long-term effects such as eye strain, eye fatigue, or damage to the eyes. Blue light is a color in the light spectrum which has a short wavelength and high energy. Chronic exposure to blue light, particularly from digital sources, may disrupt sleep patterns and cause long-term effects such as eye strain, eye fatigue, or damage to the eyes.
Keyboard shortcuts NOTE: Keyboard characters may differ depending on the keyboard language configuration. Keys that are used for shortcuts remain the same across all language configurations. Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These keys can be used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions.
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Table 22. List of keys to control audio features Keys Description Mute microphone Mute speakers Increase volume Decrease volume...
AlienFX, and game library. AWCC also supports Sound Management, Thermal Controls, CPU, GPU, Memory (RAM) monitoring. For more information about AWCC, see the Alienware Command Center Online Help or the knowledge base article SLN128904 at www.dell.com/support.
Express Service Code. To view relevant support resources for documents. your Dell computer, enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code at www.dell.com/support. For more information on how to find the Service Tag for your...