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    M11x doesnt wake after i close the lid?

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by PapaAlfrego, Aug 23, 2011.

  1. PapaAlfrego

    PapaAlfrego Notebook Consultant

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    Hey guys!

    so its pretty simple, when i close the lid of the m11x, and then open it back up the computer is on and running, but the screen never comes on no matter what i do. i have to restart any time....can anyone give me a solution or explanation?

    thanks
     
    PapaAlfrego, Aug 23, 2011
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    jabinx92 Notebook Enthusiast

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    go to alienware alienfx control panel and fix your screen settings
     
    jabinx92, Aug 24, 2011
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  3. PapaAlfrego

    PapaAlfrego Notebook Consultant

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    ok, thanks for the response!
     
    PapaAlfrego, Aug 24, 2011
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    Is this a R1? If so do you have graphics switching turned off in the bios (use only discreet graphics)?
     
    bittercold, Aug 24, 2011
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  5. PapaAlfrego

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    i only use discreet graphics
     
    PapaAlfrego, Aug 26, 2011
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    DeeVu That Compsci/Psych Major

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    Was it solved?
    Just wondering... could be an issue in your power options.
    Right click battery -> Power Options -> Choose what to do when closing the lid (left side).

    Mess around in there. I have had it set to "do nothing" for the past 2 years so I have no idea where else to tackle this situation.
     
    DeeVu, Aug 26, 2011
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  7. zmarselle

    zmarselle Notebook Guru

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    I had the same issue, I believe it has to do with using the Nvidia drivers...I also had to set my screen options to do nothing.
     
    zmarselle, Aug 26, 2011
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