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Now all we need is a CPU/GPU repaste video.

I would like to compile a list of tests and procedures new owners can perform to help ensure they have a solid build. As we all know, there have been a few (very few) issues with GPU temps, Aero, Xfire, and some minor build flaws. Also, any help with how to record, post and share the info would be great. Again, there are very few problems with the M18, but I want to try and indentify any ASAP. Thanks in advance for your help. <!-- / message --><!-- sig -->__________________ Alienware M18x Space Black, Intel Core i7 2920XM OC, 6GB DDR3, Dual 6990M CF, 750GB HD, Win 7 Pro, Blu-ray Reader, Killer Wireless-N 1103, WirelessHD Transmitter

Aikimox- Got a call from my rep today thanking me for the buisness, over $10,000 in orders in just today.

Yes sir you are correct. I would have rather ordered from you. Now I will have to do my own repaste. Aikimox, did you ever finish your repaste video? Thanks

Yes it is true!!! 25% off AW M18x for EPP customers. I had a great Dell EPP rep she really went the extra mile. With her permission here is her Info: REMOVED BY ADMIN Heres my quote: Quote Number: 59125XXXX Item Number Quantity Item Description Unit Price Extended Price 225-0887 1 Alienware M18x Space Black Anodized Aluminum $3,294.27 $3,294.27 317-6852 1 Intel Core i7 2920XM Overclocked Turbo Boost to 4.0GHz (8MB Cache) 317-6850 1 6GB DDR3 at 1333MHz (2DIMMS) 331-2428 1 Alienware M18x 330W A/C Adapter 320-2269 1 18.4-inch WideFHD 1920 x 1080 WLED 320-2796 1 Dual 2GB GDDR5 AMD Radeon HD 6990M AMD CrossFireX 342-2628 1 750GB 7,200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 313-8792 1 AlienFX Color, Quasar Blue 421-5099 1 Alienware Command Center, M18X 420-9691 1 DataSafe Local BackUp 420-9956 1 PC Restore 421-0092 1 DELL-DOWNLOAD-FLAG 421-5813 1 Genuine Windows 7 Professional 64 bit Service Pack 1, English, w/Media 410-0548 1 Adobe Acrobat Reader 318-0843 1 Slot-Loading Dual Layer Blu-ray Reader, BR-ROM, DVD+-RW, CD-RW 421-1305 1 Roxio Creator Starter 318-0770 1 Internal High-Definition 5.1 Surround Sound Audio 430-4332 1 Killer Wireless-N 1103 a/g/n 3x3 MIMO for Gaming and Video 469-0549 1 Bluetooth 3.0 953-9090 1 Dell Hardware Warranty Plus On-Site Service, Extended Year(s) 953-9080 1 Dell Hardware Warranty Plus On-Site Service, Initial Year 953-9150 1 Third Party At Home Service, 24x7 Technical Support, 3 Year Extended 953-9100 1 Third Party At Home Service, 24x7 Technical Support, Initial Year 950-7447 1 4 Year Limited Warranty 421-1723 1 Soft Contracts Dell In-Home Hardware Agreement for Alienware 990-4683 1 Warranty Support, 3 Year Extended 994-3730 1 Warranty Support, Initial Year 430-4141 1 Internal 60GHz WirelessHD Transmitter 421-1360 1 Steam and Portal Factory Installed 331-2425 1 Standard Nameplate * -DISCOUNT/COUPON APPL A4919867 1 Razer Mamba Wireless Laser Gaming Mouse $114.99 $114.99 (Free) Subtotal: $3,409.26 Shipping & Handling: $0.00 Tax: $203.36 Environmental Disposal Fee: $0.00 Total Price w/Discounts: $3,612.62 *EDITED by StamatisX* The EPP representative from Dell requested her personal information to be removed.

Finally ordered yesterday! Yes, I was able to use the "Hot Summer Savings" EPP discount (25% off). My rep was excellent. So far so good. EDD of 7/29. 1 225-0887 Alienware M18x Space Black Anodized Aluminum 1 317-6852 Intel Core i7 2920XM Overclocked Turbo Boost to 4.0GHz (8MB Cache) 1 317-6850 6GB DDR3 at 1333MHz (2DIMMS) 1 331-2428 Alienware M18x 330W A/C Adapter 1 320-2269 18.4-inch WideFHD 1920 x 1080 WLED 1 320-2796 Dual 2GB GDDR5 AMD Radeon HD 6990M AMD CrossFireX 1 342-2628 750GB 7,200RPM SATA 3Gb/s 1 330-6106 Personalized Nameplate Trigger 1 331-2426 Custom Nameplate 1 313-8792 AlienFX Color, Quasar Blue 1 421-5099 Alienware Command Center, M18X 1 420-9691 DataSafe Local BackUp 1 420-9956 PC Restore 1 421-0092 DELL-DOWNLOAD-FLAG 1 421-5813 Genuine Windows 7 Professional 64 bit Service Pack 1, English, w/Media 1 410-0548 Adobe Acrobat Reader 1 318-0843 Slot-Loading Dual Layer Blu-ray Reader, BR-ROM, DVD+-RW, CD-RW 1 421-1305 Roxio Creator Starter 1 318-0770 Internal High-Definition 5.1 Surround Sound Audio 1 430-4332 Killer Wireless-N 1103 a/g/n 3x3 MIMO for Gaming and Video 1 469-0549 Bluetooth 3.0 1 953-9090 Dell Hardware Warranty Plus On-Site Service, Extended Year(s) 1 953-9080 Dell Hardware Warranty Plus On-Site Service, Initial Year 1 953-9150 Third Party At Home Service, 24x7 Technical Support, 3 Year Extended 1 953-9100 Third Party At Home Service, 24x7 Technical Support, Initial Year 1 950-7447 4 Year Limited Warranty 1 421-1723 Soft Contracts Dell In-Home Hardware Agreement for Alienware 1 990-4683 Warranty Support, 3 Year Extended 1 994-3730 Warranty Support, Initial Year 1 430-4141 Internal 60GHz WirelessHD Transmitter 1 330-5090 Thank You for Purchasing AlienWare 1 A49198671 Razer Mamba Wireless Laser Gaming Mouse (Included in Price) Subtotal: $3409.26

Just ordered my beast. EDD 7/29, Yeah Alienware M18x Space Black, Intel Core i7 2920XM OC, 6GB DDR3, Dual 6990M CF, 750GB HD, Win 7 Pro, Blu-ray Reader, Killer Wireless-N 1103, WirelessHD Transmitter

Just ordered my M18 with the Killer 1103....yeah EDD 7/29 Alienware M18x Space Black, Intel Core i7 2920XM OC, 6GB DDR3, Dual 6990M CF, 750GB HD, Win 7 Pro, Blu-ray Reader, Killer Wireless-N 1103, WirelessHD Transmitter

Thanks Aikimox. May just get you to install one for me as an upgrade. rep+1

Aikimox- Glad to see you got the 2920xm installed. I sent you a PM over at NBR with a config I built on the Dell/CA site. I was going to wait to purchase but my trigger finger is getting ichy. Look forward to hearing from you.

Good news, Aikimox has installed the Killer 1102 in his M18 and has them in stock on his website. Also, he has a couple screenshots of the Killer software.***Be sure to add to his rep*** Bigfoot Killer Wireless-N 1103 compatability - Page 5

Pursuit- You should be good to go. Aikimox will be adding these to his website for order soon, in fact he will PM anyone interested in purchasing these cards that are following this same discussion on NBR. Canada Gaming Notebook | Alienware Gaming Notebook | Canada Gaming Laptop | Canada Alienware | Bigfoot Killer Wireless-N 1103 compatability

kune- You are correct. Only the Killer 1103 is able to use all three antennas.

Just wanted to let everyone know Aikimox over at NBR is working on adding these cards to his retail site, Fortnax. And yes, they are compatible with the M18. Just remember, you have to have/order the Intel 6300 to get the 3 antenna array for the Killer 1103. Otherwise you need the Killer 1102 as you will only have 2 antennas. Bigfoot Killer Wireless-N 1103 compatability Question: Is this card available? Answer from Aikimox Notebook Retailer (NBR): Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Calgary, Canada Posts: 6,570 Rep Power: 35 Re: Bigfoot Killer Wireless-N 1103 compatability -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Yup, the card is orderable __________________

This card looks beast! Just wondering if would be compatible with the M18? At this time the 1103 it is only availible on some new systems and uses a 3 antenna array. When available, this could be a nice replacement to the Intel 6300. Review is of a 1102, 2 antenna card. http://www.bigfootnetworks.com/killer-wireless-n-1103/ http://www.tentonhammer.com/reviews/bigfoot/wireless-n-1102

JapzT- Here is some good info from NBR. Good Luck HOW TO: Clean Windows 7 Install (Driver Install Order) Guide for Alienware Systems

Japzt- Look forward to some pics of the black. They are describing it as "gun metal" and should look awsome. The more light angles the better.

Speedy- Your Avenger will be the envy of all Aliens. You really di a good job. Where did you get the CF vinyl? +1 rep

I know joker diassembled/reassembled a few times, but I can't remember seeing a takedown/repaste video that he made, although i may be wrong. If anyone comes across it please post it here.

BrianTaylor, Great job offering to help Micheal. I will be ordering my M18 later this year and hope I get a jem right out of the box. It is nice to know that there is help on TI if not. Rep +1

Finally some takedown pics. This was provided by SmoothJ at NBR. RAM Upgrade - M18x (with pics)

Good info. I usually do a full DOD wipe (Wipedrive) OS reinstall every 6-8 months. When I finally get my M18 I will want to always reinstall everything for that special AW look.

Also, I don't think you can get it from Creative support as it is an OEM product.

Heres some info on the SB X-Fi software (for $20 USD it seems like a pretty good option): OEM - Software Solutions - Sound Blaster X-Fi MB Dell - Help Me Choose: Sound Options