Dell Alienware Aurora R16 Owners Manual - Page 113
Wi-Fi power cycle, Drain residual flea power (perform hard reset
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Wi-Fi power cycle About this task If your computer is unable to access the Internet due to Wi-Fi connectivity issues a Wi-Fi power cycle procedure may be performed. The following procedure provides the instructions on how to conduct a Wi-Fi power cycle: NOTE: Some ISPs (Internet Service Providers) provide a modem/router combo device. Steps 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Turn off the modem. 3. Turn off the wireless router. 4. Wait for 30 seconds. 5. Turn on the wireless router. 6. Turn on the modem. 7. Turn on your computer. Drain residual flea power (perform hard reset) About this task Flea power is the residual static electricity that remains in the computer even after it has been powered off and the battery is removed. For your safety, and to protect the sensitive electronic components in your computer, you are requested to drain residual flea power before removing or replacing any components in your computer. Draining residual flea power, also known as a performing a "hard reset", is also a common troubleshooting step if your computer does not power on or boot into the operating system. To drain residual flea power (perform a hard reset) Steps 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Disconnect the power adapter from your computer. 3. Press and hold the power button for 20 seconds to drain the flea power. 4. Connect the power adapter to your computer. 5. Turn on your computer. NOTE: For more information about performing a hard reset, see the knowledge base article 000130881 at www.dell.com/ support. 113