Dell Alienware AW3418DW - User's Guide
Summary
The Alienware AW3418DW/AW3418HW are curved gaming monitors. This user's guide covers package contents, product features, front/back/render controls, monitor specifications including resolution and refresh rates, supported video modes, and physical dimensions. Target users: gamers and enthusiasts purchasing Alienware ultrawide gaming monitors.
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Alienware AW3418DW/AW3418HW Monitor User’s Guide
Model: AW3418DW/AW3418HW Regulatory model: AW3418DWb/AW3418HWb
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Alienware AW3418DW/AW3418HW Monitor User’s Guide Model: AW3418DW/AW3418HW Regulatory model: AW3418DWb/AW3418HWb
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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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Connecting the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Removing the monitor stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VESA wall mounting (optional) . . . . ....
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Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problems. . . . . . . . . . . .66 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 FCC notices (U.S. only) and other regulatory ...
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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 i...
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Power cable (varies by country) Display Port cable Mini-Display Port to Display Port cable USB 3.0 upstream cable (Enables the USB ports on the monitor) Quick Setup Guide Safety, Environmental, and Re...
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Product features The Alienware AW3418DW/AW3418HW monitor has an active matrix, Thin- Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. The monitor features include: AW3418DW: 86.7...
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Identifying parts and controls Front view Label Description Cable-management slot (on the front side of the stand) Function buttons (For more information, see Operating the monitor) Power On/Off butto...
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Back view Back view with monitor stand Label Description Use VESA mounting holes (100 mm Wall mount monitor using VESA- x 100 mm - behind attached compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x VESA Cover) 100 m...
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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). Line-out port Connect your speakers. NOTE: Th...
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Downlights When the monitor is completely set up, tap the touch sensor to turn the downlights on or off. NOTE: The factory setting is on, the downlights are active if the power cable is connected. To ...
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Monitor specifications Flat panel specifications Model AW3418DW AW3418HW Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Panel technology In-Plane Switching Type Aspect ratio 21:9 Viewable image Diagonal 867.2 mm...
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Ports and connectors One Display Port version 1.2 One HDMI port version 1.4 One USB 3.0 Upstream port (rear) Two USB 3.0 Downstream ports (rear) Two USB 3.0 Downstream ports (bottom) One Headphone por...
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Preset display modes HDMI display modes (AW3418DW) Display mode Horizontal Vertical Pixel clock Sync polarity frequency frequency (MHz) (Horizontal/ (k Hz) (Hz) Vertical) IBM VGA, 640 x 31.5 25.2 480p...
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HDTV, 1920 x 67.5 148.5 1080p 2560 x 1080 @ 66.64 181.25 60Hz DP display modes (AW3418DW) Display mode Horizontal Vertical Pixel clock Sync polarity frequency frequency (MHz) (Horizontal/ (k Hz) (Hz) ...
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2560 x 113.2 1080@100Hz 1080@120Hz 2560 x 166.5 1080@144Hz 1080@150Hz 1080@155Hz 2560 x 186.5 507.25 1080@160Hz NOTE: This monitor supports NVIDIA G-Sync. For information about the graphic cards that ...
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Physical characteristics Model AW3418DW AW3418HW Signal cable type Digital: HDMI, 19 pins (cable not included) Digital: Display Port, 20 pins Universal Serial Bus: USB, 9 pins Dimensions (with stand) ...
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Weight of stand assembly 4.59 kg (10.12 lb) 4.52 kg (9.96 lb) Front frame gloss Black Frame - 20 gloss unit (max.) Environmental characteristics Model AW3418DW AW3418HW Compliant standards Arsenic-fre...
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AW3418DW VESA Horizontal Vertical Video Power Power modes sync sync indicator consumption Normal Active Active Active Blue 110 W operation (maximum)** 60 W (typical) Active-off Inactive Inactive Blank...
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Pin assignments Display Port connector Pin number 20-pin side of the connected signal cable ML0(p) GND ML0(n) ML1(p) GND ML1(n) ML2(p) GND ML2(n) ML3(p) GND ML3(n) GND GND AUX(p) GND AUX(n) GND Re-PWR...
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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 One upstream - rear Two downstream - rear Two 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 aff...
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Setting up the monitor Attaching the stand NOTE: The stand is not installed at the factory when shipped. NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for attaching the stand that was shipped w...
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3. Gently lift up the monitor by holding it firmly on both sides. 4. Place the monitor on the foam and lift the cover from the monitor. Setting up the monitor
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5. Place the monitor on the foam with the screen facing down. 6. Attach the stand riser till it snaps into place. Setting up the monitor
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7. Connect the necessary cables to the monitor, as shown in the illustration, and route the cables through the cable-management slot on the stand riser. a. Power cable b. Display Port cable or Mini-Di...
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10. Slide the I/O cover until it snaps into place. NOTE: Ensure that the cables are free from obstruction and pass through the I/O cover and cable-management slot on the stand riser. Connecting the co...
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4. Plug the power cables for your computer and monitor into a nearby outlet. 5. Turn On the monitor and the computer. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If it does not displa...
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5. Disconnect the cables from the monitor and slide the cables through the cable-management slot on the stand riser. 6. Press and hold the stand release button. 7. Lift the stand riser up and away fro...
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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 ...
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Operating the monitor Power on the monitor Press the Power button to turn on the monitor. Using the front-panel controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust settings. The fol...
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Use this button to directly access the Brightness/Contrast menu. Shortcut key/ Brightness/ Contrast Use the MENU button to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD). See Accessing the menu Menu system. Use t...
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Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu Accessing the menu system NOTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed to another menu or exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those ch...
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Icon Menu and Description submenus Game Use this menu to personalize your visual gameplay experience. Preset Modes Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes. Standard: Loads the monitor's...
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Preset Modes Comfort View: Decreases the level of blue light emitted from the screen to make viewing more comfortable for your eyes. WARNING: The possible long-term effects of blue light emission from...
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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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Overclock The function increases your displays refresh rate. Refresh Rate Use or to adjust the frequency in 5 Hz increments, from 105 to 120 Hz (for AW3418DW) or 150 to 160 Hz (for AW3418HW). After yo...
Manual Details
| Brand | Alienware |
|---|---|
| Pages | 67 |
| File Size | 5.02 MB |
| Published | May 13, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I adjust the screen viewing angles?
You can use controls to adjust the tilt, swivel, and vertical extension of the monitor.
What should I do if my wireless peripherals slow down with USB 3.0 devices plugged in?
Increase the distance between the peripherals and receiver, or position the receiver far from the port using a USB-extender cable.
How can I securely wall mount the monitor?
The guide specifies that VESA wall mounting is an optional procedure.