Dell Alienware M11x R2 (Mid 2010) - Manual (Page 82)

CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING
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Hard Drive Problems
Allow the computer to cool before turning it on
A hot hard drive may prevent the operating system from starting. Try allowing the computer
to return to room temperature before turning it on.
Run Check Disk
Click 1. Start → Computer.
Right-click 2. Local Disk C:.
Click 3. Properties → Tools→ Check Now.
If the User Account Control window appears, click Continue.
Follow the instructions on the screen.