Alienware m15 R2
Setup and Specifications
Regulatory Model: P87F
Regulatory Type: P87F001
Contents
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Back.........................................................................................................................................................................................7
Processors..............................................................................................................................................................................9
Chipset....................................................................................................................................................................................9
Operating system.................................................................................................................................................................10
Power adapter......................................................................................................................................................................14
Battery...................................................................................................................................................................................14
Video......................................................................................................................................................................................16
4 Hybrid power..............................................................................................................................17
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Left
1. Security-cable slot (wedge-shaped)
Connect a security cable to prevent unauthorized movement of your computer.
2. Network port
Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for network or Internet access.
3. USB 3.1 Gen 1 port with PowerShare
Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers.
Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. PowerShare enables you to charge your USB devices even when your computer is turned
off.
NOTE: If your computer is turned off or in hibernate state, you must connect the power adapter to charge your
devices using the PowerShare port. You must enable this feature in the BIOS setup program.
NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is turned off or in sleep state. In such cases, turn on
the computer to charge the device.
4. Headset port
Connect headphones or a headset (headphone and microphone combo).
Right
1. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (2)
Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
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Base
1. Power button (Alienhead)
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.
Press and hold for 4 seconds to force shut-down the computer.
NOTE: You can customize the power-button behavior in Power Options.
2. Right-click area
Press to right-click.
3. Left-click area
Press to left-click.
4. Touchpad
Move your finger on the touchpad to move the mouse pointer. Tap to left-click and two finger tap to right-click.
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Display
1. Left microphone
Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls.
2. Camera
Enables you to video chat, capture photos, and record videos.
3. Camera-status light
Turns on when the camera is in use.
4. Right microphone
Provides digital sound input for audio recording and voice calls.
5. Tobii Eye Tracker (optional)
Enables you to interact with your computer through eye movement.
Back
1. HDMI port
Connect to a TV or another HDMI-in enabled device. Provides video and audio output.
2. Mini DisplayPort
Connect to a TV or another DisplayPort-in enabled device. Provides video and audio output.
3. Thunderbolt 3 (USB Type-C) port
Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2, DisplayPort 1.2, Thunderbolt 3 and also enables you to connect to an external display using a display adapter.
Provides data transfer rates up to 10 Gbps for USB 3.1 Gen 2 and up to 40 Gbps for Thunderbolt 3.
NOTE: A USB Type-C to DisplayPort adapter (sold separately) is required to connect a DisplayPort device.
4. External graphics port
Connect an Alienware Graphics Amplifier to enhance the graphics performance.
5. Power-adapter port
Connect a power adapter to provide power to your computer and charge the battery.
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Bottom
1. Right 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. Left speaker
Provides audio output.
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Dimensions and weight
Table 1. Dimensions and weight
Description
Height:
Values
Front
17.90 mm (0.70 in.)
19.50 mm (0.77 in.)
360.50 mm (14.19 in.)
276 mm (10.87 in.)
2.16 kg (4.76 lb)
Rear
Width
Depth
Weight (maximum)
NOTE: The weight of your computer depends on the configuration
ordered and the manufacturing variability.
Processors
Table 2. Processors
Description
Values
9th Generation Intel Core 9th Generation Intel Core 9th Generation Intel Core 9th Generation Intel Core
Processors
i5-9300H
i7-9750H
i9-9880H
i9-9980HK
Wattage
45 W
45 W
45 W
45 W
Core count
Thread count
Speed
4
6
8
8
8
12
16
16
Up to 4.1 GHz
8 MB
Up to 4.5 GHz
12 MB
Up to 4.8 GHz
16 MB
Up to 5 GHz
Cache
16 MB
Integrated graphics
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Chipset
Table 3. Chipset
Description
Chipset
Values
HM370
9th Generation Intel Core i5/i7/i9
Processor
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Description
Values
DRAM bus width
64-bit
Flash EPROM
PCIe bus
16 MB
Up to Gen3.0
Operating system
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Windows 10 Home (64-bit)
Windows 10 Professional (64-bit)
Memory
Table 4. Memory specifications
Description
Values
Type
Onboard system memory, Dual-channel DDR4
NOTE: The memory is integrated on the system board
and cannot be upgraded after purchase.
Speed
2666 MHz
16 GB
Maximum memory
Minimum memory
Configurations supported
8 GB
•
•
8 GB DDR4 at 2666 MHz (2 x 4 GB)
16 GB DDR4 at 2666 MHz (2 x 8 GB)
Ports and connectors
Table 5. External ports and connectors
Description
External:
Network
Values
One RJ-45 port
USB
•
•
•
Two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports
One USB 3.1 Gen1 port with PowerShare
One Thunderbolt 3 (USB 3.1 Gen 2) port
Audio
Video
One headset (headphone and microphone combo) port
•
•
•
One HDMI 2.0 port
One mini DisplayPort 1.4
One Thunderbolt 3 (USB 3.1 Gen 2) port
Media card reader
Docking port
Not supported
One external graphics display port
NOTE: This external graphics display port is compatible
with the Alienware Graphics Amplifier.
Power adapter port
One 7.4 mm x 5.1 mm DC-in
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Description
Values
Security
One security-cable slot (wedge-shaped)
Table 6. Internal ports and connectors
Description
Internal:
M.2
Values
•
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One M.2 slot for 2230/2280 SATA AHCI/PCIe, NVMe solid-
state drive
One M.2 slot for 2230/2280 PCIe, NVMe solid-state drive
NOTE: To learn more about the features of different
types of M.2 cards, see the knowledge base article
Communications
Ethernet
Table 7. Ethernet specifications
Description
Values
Model number
•
•
Killer E2600 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller
Killer E3000 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller
Transfer rate
1000/2500 Mbps
Wireless module
Table 8. Wireless module specifications
Description
Values
Model number
Intel 8265
Rivet Killer 1650w
NOTE: The wireless card is soldered
onto the left I/O-board and cannot
be upgraded after purchase.
NOTE: The wireless card is soldered
onto the left I/O-board and cannot
be upgraded after purchase.
Transfer rate
Up to 867 Mbps
2.4 GHz/5 GHz
Up to 2400 Mbps
2.4 GHz/5 GHz
Frequency bands supported
Wireless standards
•
•
•
WiFi 802.11a/b/g
Wi-Fi 4 (WiFi 802.11n)
Wi-Fi 5 (WiFi 802.11ac)
•
•
•
•
Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g
Wi-Fi 4 (Wi-Fi 802.11n)
Wi-Fi 5 (Wi-Fi 802.11ac)
Wi-Fi 6 (Wi-Fi 802.11ax)
Encryption
Bluetooth
•
•
•
64-bit/128-bit WEP
AES-CCMP
TKIP
•
•
•
64-bit/128-bit WEP
AES-CCMP
TKIP
Bluetooth 4.2
Bluetooth 5
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Audio
Table 9. Audio specifications
Description
Values
Controller
Realtek ALC3281-CG
Stereo conversion
Internal interface
External interface
Supported
High definition audio interface
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•
Universal Audio Jack
HDMI 2.0 port
Speakers
2
Internal speaker amplifier
External volume controls
Speaker output:
Supported
Keyboard shortcut controls
Average
Peak
2 W
2.5 W
Subwoofer output
Microphone
Not supported
Digital-array microphones in camera assembly
Storage
Your computer supports one of the following configurations:
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One M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drive
Two M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drives
One M.2 2230 and one M.2 2280 solid-state drives
The primary drive of your computer varies with the storage configuration. For computers with a M.2 drive, the M.2 drive is the primary
drive
Table 10. Storage specifications
Storage type
Interface type
Capacity
M.2 2280 solid-state drive
SATA AHCI, up to 6 Gbps
Up to 2 TB
M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drive
PCIe Gen3.0x4 NVMe, up to 32 Gbps
Up to 2 TB
Keyboard
Table 11. Keyboard specifications
Description
Values
Type
RGB backlit keyboard
Layout
QWERTY
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Description
Values
Number of keys
•
•
•
United States and Canada: 82 keys
United Kingdom: 83 keys
Japan: 86 keys
Size
X=19.05 mm key pitch
Y=19.05 mm key pitch
Shortcut keys
Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These
keys can be used to type alternate characters or to perform
secondary functions. To type the alternate character, press Shift
and the desired key. To perform secondary functions, press Fn and
the desired key.
NOTE: You can define the primary behavior of the
function keys (F1–F12) changing Function Key Behavior
in BIOS setup program.
Camera
Table 12. Camera specifications
Description
Values
Number of cameras
One camera
Type
HD RGB camera
Location
Sensor type
Front camera
CMOS sensor technology
Resolution:
Still image
0.92 megapixel
Video
1280 x 720 (HD) at 30 fps
74.9 degrees
Diagonal viewing angle
Touchpad
Table 13. Touchpad specifications
Description
Values
Resolution:
Horizontal
1217
681
Vertical
Dimensions:
Horizontal
105 mm (4.13 in.)
60 mm (2.36 in.)
Vertical
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Touchpad gestures
For more information about touchpad gestures for Windows 10, see the Microsoft knowledge base article 4027871 at
Power adapter
Table 14. Power adapter specifications
Description
Values
Type
E4 130W
E4 180W
E4 240W
Diameter (connector)
Input voltage
7.4 mm x 5.1 mm
100 VAC x 240 VAC
50 Hz x 60 Hz
2.50 A
7.4 mm x 5.1 mm
100 VAC x 240 VAC
50 Hz x 60 Hz
2.34 A
7.4 mm x 5.1 mm
100 VAC x 240 VAC
50 Hz x 60 Hz
3.50 A
Input frequency
Input current (maximum)
Output current (continuous)
Rated output voltage
6.70 A
9.23 A
12.31 A
19.50 VDC
19.50 VDC
19.50 VDC
Temperature range:
Operating
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to
158°F)
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to
158°F)
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to
158°F)
Battery
Table 15. Battery specifications
Description
Values
Type
6-cell lithium-ion polymer battery
11.40 VDC
Voltage
Weight (maximum)
0.32 kg (0.71 lb)
Dimensions:
Height
119.31 mm (4.70 in.)
311.40 mm (12.26 in.)
9.90 mm (0.39 in.)
Width
Depth
Temperature range:
Operating
0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Storage
Operating time
Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly
reduce under certain power-intensive conditions.
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Description
Values
Charging time (approximate)
4 hours (when the computer is off)
NOTE: Control the charging time, duration, start and end
time, and so on using the Dell Power Manager
application. For more information on the Dell Power
NOTE: The operating range for battery charging
operations is 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F), charging will
discontinue when the battery temperature falls out of
this range.
Life span (approximate)
Coin-cell battery
300 discharge/charge cycles
CR2032
Operating time
Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly
reduce under certain power-intensive conditions.
Display
Table 16. Display specifications
Description
Values
Type
Full High Definition (FHD)
Full High Definition (FHD) Full High Definition (FHD) Ultra High Definition
(UHD)
Panel technology
Luminance (typical)
Wide Viewing Angle (WVA) Wide Viewing Angle
(WVA)
Wide Viewing Angle
(WVA)
Organic Light Emitting
Diode (OLED)
300 nits
300 nits
300 nits
400 nits
Dimensions (Active
Area):
Height
Width
193.59 mm (7.62 in.)
344.16 mm (13.55 in.)
394.87 mm (15.55 in.)
1920 x 1080
2.07
193.59 mm (7.62 in.)
344.16 mm (13.55 in.)
394.87 mm (15.55 in.)
1920 x 1080
2.07
193.59 mm (7.62 in.)
344.16 mm (13.55 in.)
394.87 mm (15.55 in.)
1920 x 1080
2.07
193.62 mm (7.62 in.)
344.22 mm (13.55 in.)
394.94 mm (15.55 in.)
1920 x 1080
8.29
Diagonal
Native Resolution
Megapixels
Pixels per Inch (PPI)
Contrast Ratio (min)
Response Time (max)
Refresh Rate
141
141
141
282
700:1
800:1
1000:1
100,000:1
35 ms
19 ms
8 ms
1 ms
60 Hz
144 Hz
240 Hz
60 Hz
Horizontal View Angle
Vertical View Angle
Pixel Pitch
85 degrees
85 degrees
0.17925 mm
85 degrees
85 degrees
0.17925 mm
85 degrees
85 degrees
0.17925 mm
85 degrees
85 degrees
0.08964 mm
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Description
Values
4.41 W
Power Consumption
(maximum)
6.20 W
7.80 W
14.80 W
Anti-glare vs glossy
finish
Anti-glare
Not supported
Anti-glare
Not supported
Anti-glare
TrueLife
Touch options
Not supported
Not supported
Video
Table 17. Discrete graphics specifications
Discrete graphics
Controller
External display support
Memory size
Memory Type
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
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One HDMI 2.0 port
One mini DisplayPort 1.4
4 GB
6 GB
6 GB
8 GB
8 GB
GDDR5
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 TI
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060
•
•
One HDMI 2.0 port
One mini DisplayPort 1.4
GDDR6
GDDR6
GDDR6
GDDR6
•
•
One HDMI 2.0 port
One mini DisplayPort 1.4
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070
Max-Q
•
•
One HDMI 2.0 port
One mini DisplayPort 1.4
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080
Max-Q
•
•
One HDMI 2.0 port
One mini DisplayPort 1.4
Table 18. Integrated graphics specifications
Integrated graphics
Controller
External display support
One Thunderbolt 3 (USB 3.1 Gen 2) port
Memory size
Processor
Intel UHD 630 Graphics
Shared system memory
9th Generation Intel
Core i5/i7/i9
Computer environment
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
Table 19. Computer environment
Description
Operating
Storage
Temperature range
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
0.66 GRMS
-40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F)
0% to 95% (non-condensing)
1.30 GRMS
Relative humidity (maximum)
Vibration (maximum)*
Shock (maximum)
110 G†
160 G†
Altitude (maximum)
-15.2 m to 3048 m (4.64 ft to 5518.4 ft)
-15.2 m to 10668 m (4.64 ft to 19234.4 ft)
* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard drive is in use.
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Hybrid power
The Hybrid power feature enables your computer to function optimally during the following instances of heavy loading.
Examples of heavy loading include:
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Graphics and processor-intensive applications and/or gaming
External power loading from devices relying on your computer as a power source such as gaming mice, keyboards, external speakers,
and headsets
When during instances of heavy loading, system performance is maintained through hybrid power. Hybrid power coordinates the power
drawn from the power adapter and battery, allowing power to be drawn from the battery for up to five percent per hour with the power
adapter plugged in. This feature is disabled when the battery falls below 20 percent charge.
The following table shows the different scenarios and benefits of hybrid power:
Table 20. Hybrid power feature description
Battery capacity
Feature description
100%~20%
When the battery charge reaches 100 percent and the power
adapter is plugged in, battery stops charging to avoid lithium-ion
degradation.
Under heavy loading, hybrid power is enabled and battery charge
will deplete to maintain system performance.
If your computer is no longer under heavy load, battery will resume
charging.
<20%
Hybrid function is disabled.
Computer will throttle during heavy loading and may encounter
performance issues.
Hybrid power
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Keyboard shortcuts
NOTE: Keyboard characters may differ depending on the keyboard language configuration. Keys 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. The symbol shown on the lower part of the key refers to the character that is typed out when the key is pressed. If you press
shift and the key, the symbol shown on the upper part of the key is typed out. For example, if you press 2, 2 is typed out; if you press
Shift + 2, @ is typed out.
The keys F1-F12 at the top row of the keyboard are function keys for multi-media control, as indicated by the icon at the bottom of the
key. Press the function key to invoke the task represented by the icon. For example, pressing F1 mutes the audio (refer to the table
below).
However, if the function keys F1-F12 are needed for specific software applications, multi-media functionality can be disabled by pressing
Fn + Esc. Subsequently, multi-media control can be invoked by pressing Fn and the respective function key. For example, mute audio by
pressing Fn + F1.
NOTE: You can also define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1–F12) by changing Function Key Behavior in
BIOS setup program.
Table 21. List of keyboard shortcuts
Keys
Description
Disconnect Alienware Graphics Amplifier
Disable/enable wireless
Mute audio
Decrease volume
Increase volume
Switch to external display
Decrease brightness
Increase brightness
Disable/enable touchpad
Disable/enable AlienFX
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Alienware Command Center
Alienware Command Center (AWCC) provides a single interface to customize and enhance the gaming experience. The AWCC dashboard
displays most recently played or added games, and provides game-specific information, themes, profiles, and access to computer settings.
You can quickly access settings such as game-specific profiles and themes, lighting, macros, and audio that are critical to the gaming
experience.
AWCC also supports AlienFX 2.0. AlienFX enables you to create, assign, and share game-specific lighting maps to enhance the gaming
experience. It also enables you to create your own individual lighting effects and apply them to the computer or attached peripherals.
AWCC embeds Peripheral Controls to ensure a unified experience and the ability to link these settings to your computer or game.
AWCC supports the following features:
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•
•
FX: Create and manage the AlienFX zones.
Fusion: Includes the ability to adjust game-specific Power Management, Sound Management, and Thermal Management features.
Peripheral Management: Enables peripherals to appear in and be managed in Alienware Command Center. Supports key peripheral
settings and associates with other functions such as profiles, macros, 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.
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Getting help and contacting Alienware
Self-help resources
You can get information and help on Alienware products and services using these online self-help resources:
Table 22. Alienware products and online self-help resources
Self-help resources
Resource location
Information about Alienware products and services
Dell Help & Support app
Tips
Contact Support
In Windows search, type Help and Support, and press Enter.
Online help for operating system
Troubleshooting information, user manuals, setup instructions,
product specifications, technical help blogs, drivers, software
updates, and so on
Videos providing step-by-step instructions to service your
computer
Contacting Alienware
To contact Alienware for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, see www.alienware.com.
NOTE: Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your country.
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.
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