Dell Alienware AW2721D Monitor User' s Guide
Summary
Alienware AW2721D Monitor User's Guide. This manual provides comprehensive information about the 27-inch gaming monitor including safety instructions, package contents, product features, front/top/back/rear and bottom view identification, monitor specifications, resolution and video mode support, electrical specifications, and physical characteristics. Target users: Alienware gaming monitor owners and users requiring setup and technical reference information.
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Alienware AW2721D Monitor User’s Guide
Model: AW2721D Regulatory model: AW2721Db
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Alienware AW2721D Monitor User’s Guide Model: AW2721D Regulatory model: AW2721Db
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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 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Package contents . . . . . . . . ....
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Setting up the monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Attaching the stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting the computer. . . . . . ....
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Built-in diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Common problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Product specific proble...
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Safety instructions CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical hazards, and/or mechanical hazards...
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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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Power cable (varies by country) Display Port to Display Port cable (1.8 meters) Mini-Display Port to Display Port cable (1.8 meters) USB 3.2 Gen1 (5 Gbps) upstream cable (enables the USB ports on the ...
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Product features The Alienware AW2721D monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. The monitor features include: 68.47 cm (27 inch) viewab...
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users experiment with the different modes to find the setting that is right for them. Identifying parts and controls Front view Label Description Use Cable-management slot (on the To organize the cabl...
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Top view Label Description Use Ambient light sensor Detects ambient light and adjusts the brightness of the display accordingly. For more information, see Ambient Light Sensor. Back view Back view wit...
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Label Description Use Joystick Use it to control the OSD menu. Function buttons For more information, see Operating the monitor. Barcode, serial number, and Refer to this label if you need to Service ...
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Rear and bottom view Rear and bottom view without monitor stand Label Description Use Power connector Connect the power cable (shipped with your monitor). HDMI port (HDMI 1) Connect your computer with...
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Downlights When the monitor set up is complete, tap the touch sensor at the bottom of the display to turn the downlights on or off. NOTE: The factory setting is on, so the downlights are active if the...
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Headphone port Connect the 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 increasin...
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Monitor specifications Model AW2721D Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Panel technology IPS Aspect ratio 16:9 Viewable image Diagonal 684.7 mm (27.0 in.) Width (active area) 596.7 mm (23.49 in.) Hei...
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Built-in devices Super Speed USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) hub (with 1 USB 3.2 Gen1 (5 Gbps) upstream port) 4 x USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) downstream port (including 1 port which supports power-charging) Con...
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Supported video modes Model AW2721D Video display capabilities (HDMI 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080p, QHD & Display Port playback) Preset display modes HDMI display modes Display mode Horizontal Vertical ...
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DP display modes Display mode Horizontal Vertical Pixel clock Sync polarity frequency frequency (MHz) (Horizontal/ (k Hz) (Hz) Vertical) VESA, 640 x 480 31.47 25.175 VESA, 800 x 600 37.88 VESA, 1024 x...
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Electrical specifications Model AW2721D Video input signals HDMI 2.0/Display Port 1.4, 600 m V for each differential line, 100 Ω input impedance per differential pair AC input voltage/ 100 VAC to 240 ...
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Physical characteristics Model AW2721D Signal cable type Digital: HDMI, 19 pins (cable is not included) Digital: Display Port, 20 pins Universal Serial Bus: USB, 9 pins NOTE: Dell monitors are designe...
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Environmental characteristics Model AW2721D 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 to...
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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 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen1) compatible. T...
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USB 3.2 Gen1 (5 Gbps) 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 ...
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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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Let your upper arms rest naturally on both sides. Ensure that your feet are resting flat on the floor. When sitting, make sure that the weight of your legs is on your feet and not on the front portion...
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Handling and moving your display To ensure the monitor is handled safely when lifting or moving it, follow the guidelines mentioned below: Before moving or lifting the monitor, turn off your computer ...
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When lifting or moving the monitor, do not turn the monitor upside down while holding the stand base or stand riser. This may result in accidental damage to the monitor or cause personal injury. Maint...
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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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8. Connect the power cable to the monitor. 9. Route the required cables, such as USB 3.2 Gen1 (5 Gbps) upstream cable, USB 3.2 Gen1 (5 Gbps) downstream cables, HDMI cables, and Display Port cable thro...
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CAUTION: Do not plug the power cable into the wall outlet or turn on the monitor until you are instructed to do so. 11. Hold the stand riser and lift the monitor carefully, then place it on a flat sur...
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13. 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 3.2 Gen1 upstream cable to an appropriate USB 3.2 Gen1 port on your computer. 3. Connect the USB 3.2 Gen1 peripherals to the USB 3.2 Gen1 downstream ports on the mo...
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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...
Manual Details
| Brand | Alienware |
|---|---|
| Pages | 74 |
| File Size | 9.05 MB |
| Published | May 13, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How can I mount the monitor to a wall?
Use the optional VESA mounting hardware and follow the specific instructions provided in section 36 for installation.
What should I do if my wireless USB peripherals stop working when plugged into the PC?
Check that your computer is SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps-compatible. Reconnect the upstream cable, disconnect, and reboot the system.
How far away can the receiving USB peripheral be placed from the monitor’s port?
To improve performance, position the wireless receiver as close as possible to the peripherals, or use a USB-extender cable for maximum distance.
What are the recommended guidelines for cleaning the screen?
Refer to the dedicated Maintenance Guidelines section for information on how and what substances should be used when cleaning your monitor.