Dell Alienware AW2720HFA Monitor User's Guide
Summary
Maximize your display setup with this comprehensive guide for the Alienware AW2720HFA monitor. Everything you need to operate and troubleshoot your high-performance screen is covered, from initial physical installation and advanced connectivity details (USB) to utilizing all on-screen controls and features like AlienFX. This manual provides clear, step-by-step instructions designed for new and experienced users, ensuring optimal setup, maintenance, and performance every time you power up.
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Alienware AW2720HFA Monitor User’s Guide
Model: AW2720HFA Regulatory model: AW2720HFb
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Alienware AW2720HFA Monitor User’s Guide Model: AW2720HFA Regulatory model: AW2720HFb
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Notes, cautions, and warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if...
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Contents About your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Product features . . . . ...
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VESA wall mounting (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating the monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power on the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 FCC notices (U.S. only) and other regulatory information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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About your monitor Package contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below. If any component is missing, contact Dell technical support. For more information see Contact Dell. NOTE: Some c...
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I/O cover Power cable (varies by country) Display Port cable (Display Port to Display Port) HDMI cable USB 3.0 upstream cable (enables the USB ports on the monitor) Quick Setup Guide Safety, Environme...
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Product features The Alienware AW2720HFA monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. The monitor features include: 68.5 cm (27 inch) viewa...
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them. Identifying parts and controls Front view Label Description Use Cable-management slot To organize the cables neatly. (on the front side of the stand) Power On/Off button To turn the monitor on o...
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Back view Back view without monitor stand Back view with monitor stand Label Description Use Joystick Use it to control the OSD menu. Function buttons For more information, see Operating the monitor. ...
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Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals. Lighting dock connector When the stand riser is attached to the monitor, the dock supplies power to the light on the stand. Cable-management slot (at t...
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Headphone port Connect headphone or speakers. CAUTION: Increasing the audio output beyond 50% on the volume control or equalizer may increase the output voltage on the headphones thereby increasing th...
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Viewing angle Vertical 178° (typical) Horizontal 178° (typical) Luminance output 350 cd/m² (typical) Contrast ratio 1000 to 1 (typical) Faceplate coating Anti-glare treatment of the front polarizer (H...
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Adjustability Height adjustable stand 0 to 130 mm Tilt -5° to 21° Swivel -20° to 20° Pivot -90° to 90° Dell Display Manager Easy Arrange and other key features (DDM) Compatibility Resolution specifica...
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Preset display modes Display mode Horizontal Vertical Pixel clock Sync polarity frequency frequency (MHz) (Horizontal/ (k Hz) (Hz) Vertical) VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 60.0 25.2 VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31...
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Electrical specifications Model AW2720HFA Video input signals HDMI 2.0*/Display Port 1.2, 600 m V for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair. AC input voltage/ 100 VAC t...
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Physical characteristics Model AW2720HFA Signal cable type Digital: HDMI, 19 pins Digital: Display Port, 20 pins Universal Serial Bus: USB, 9 pins NOTE: Dell monitors are designed to work optimally wi...
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Environmental characteristics Model AW2720HFA Compliant standards Arsenic-free glass and mercury-free for the panel only Temperature Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Non-operating Storage: -20°C ...
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Pin assignments Display Port connector Pin number 20-pin side of the connected signal cable ML3 (n) GND ML3 (p) ML2 (n) GND ML2 (p) ML1 (n) GND ML1 (p) ML0 (n) GND ML0 (p) GND GND AUX (p) GND AUX (n) ...
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HDMI connector Pin number 19-pin side of the connected signal cable TMDS DATA 2+ TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD TMDS DATA 2- TMDS DATA 1+ TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD TMDS DATA 1- TMDS DATA 0+ TMDS DATA 0 SHIELD TMDS DATA ...
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Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface This section gives you information about the USB ports that are available on the monitor. NOTE: This monitor is Super-Speed USB 3.0 compatible. Transfer speed Data...
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USB downstream connector Pin number 9-pin side of the connector VCC D- D+ GND SSRX- SSRX+ GND SSTX- SSTX+ USB ports 1 x upstream - rear 2 x downstream - rear 2 x downstream - bottom Power charging por...
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LCD monitor quality and pixel policy During the LCD monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state, which are hard to see and do not af...
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Setting up the monitor Attaching the stand NOTE: The stand is not factory-installed. NOTE: The following instructions are only applicable for the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are a...
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5. Open the protective cover on the monitor to access the VESA slot on the monitor. CAUTION: When connecting the stand assembly to the display, do not place the stand riser directly on the display bac...
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7. Route the power cable through the cable-management slot on the stand and then through the cable-management clip at the back of the display. 8. Connect the power cable to the monitor. 9. Now route t...
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10.Hold the stand riser and lift the monitor carefully, then place it on a flat surface. CAUTION: Hold the stand riser firmly when lifting the monitor to avoid any accidental damage. 11. Lift the prot...
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12. Slide the tabs on the I/O cover into the slots on the display back cover until it snaps into place. NOTE: Ensure that all cables pass through the I/O cover and cable- management slot on the stand ...
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2. Connect the other end of the USB 3.0 upstream cable to an appropriate USB 3.0 port on your computer. 3. Connect the USB 3.0 peripherals to the USB 3.0 downstream ports on the monitor. 4. Plug the p...
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5. Disconnect the cables from the monitor and slide them out through the cable-management slot on the stand riser. 6. Press and hold the stand release button. 7. Lift the stand up and away from the mo...
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VESA wall mounting (optional) (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm) Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit. 1. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on a s...
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Operating the monitor Power on the monitor Press the power button to turn on the monitor. Using the joystick control Use the joystick control on the rear of the monitor to make OSD adjustments. 1. Pre...
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For 2-way (up and down) directional navigation. Toggles between the menu items. Increases (up) or decreases (down) the parameters of selected menu item. Using the rear-panel controls Use the control b...
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When you press any of these buttons (excluding the joystick button), the OSD Status Bar appears to let you know the current settings of some OSD functions. Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu Acces...
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Preset Modes MOBA/RTS: Loads color settings ideal for Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) and Real-Time Strategy (RTS) games. RPG: Loads color settings ideal for Role-Playing Games (RPG). SPORTS: L...
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Game Enhance The feature offers three available functions to enhance your Mode gameplay experience. Off Select to disable the functions under Game Enhance Mode. Timer Allows you to disable or enable t...
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Dark Stabilizer The feature improves the visibility in the dark gaming scenarios. The higher the value (between 0 to 3), the better visibility in dark area of the display image. Hue This feature can s...
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Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. DP Select the DP input when you are using the Display Port (DP) connector. P...
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Alien FX Use this menu to adjust the LED light settings for the Power Lighting button, Alienware logo, and the light stripe on the stand. Color To specify an LED lighting color, select On and move the...
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The following table depicts the color number and the RGB codes used for the 20 LED colors. No. 1 0 0 0 2 100 0 240 3 144 0 240 4 240 0 240 5 240 0 176 6 240 0 112 To turn off the Alien FX lights, sele...
Manual Details
| Brand | Alienware |
|---|---|
| Pages | 67 |
| File Size | 7.52 MB |
| Published | May 13, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are my USB ports working slowly or not functioning?
Try reconnecting the upstream cable and all peripherals, then reboot your computer.
How do I adjust the screen's viewing angle (tilt/swivel)?
Use the monitor's physical controls, which allow for tilt, swivel extension, and vertical adjustment.
What is the most important advice regarding safety during operation?
Be aware that WARNING messages denote risks of personal injury or death, and caution signs indicate potential hardware damage.
How can I fix an intermittent connection if I use wireless USB devices?
Increase the distance between peripherals and the receiver, or try positioning the receiver as close to the plugged-in device as possible.