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  • Page 1 ALIENWARE AURORA ® SERVICE MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the prior written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly prohibited. Trademarks used in this manual: Alienware is a registered trademark of Alienware Corporation.; Dell and the Dell Logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN ......... 6 CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) .
  • Page 4 CONTENTS CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY....46 CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD ........70 Removing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly .
  • Page 5 CONTENTS CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL ..........93 Removing the Back Bezel .

  • Page 6: Chapter 1: Before You Begin

    CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN This manual provides procedures for removing and installing the components CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN • You have performed the steps in “Turning Off Your Computer”...

  • Page 7: Recommended Tools

    CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all The procedures in this document may require the following tools: • Small flat-blade screwdriver open programs before you turn off your computer. •...

  • Page 8: Before Working Inside Your Computer

    CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN Before Working Inside Your Computer Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean. Turn off your computer (see “Turning Off Your Computer” on page Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from damage and to help to ensure your own personal safety.

  • Page 9: Chapter 2: Left Side-Panel

    CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL CHAPTER 2: SIDE PANEL CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL...
  • Page 10 CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL Left Side-Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades, or other unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

  • Page 11: Removing The Left Side-Panel

    Slide the latch to unlock the release panel. Lift the release panel. Place the left side-panel in a secure location. NOTE: Theater lighting (available only in Alienware Aurora ALX) turns on automatically when the left side-panel is removed. Replacing the Left Side-Panel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin”...

  • Page 12: Chapter 3: Technical Overview

    CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW...

  • Page 13: Inside View Of Your Computer

    CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW Inside View Of Your Computer WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. memory module(s) graphic cards (2) optical drives (3) hard drives (4)

  • Page 14: System Board Components

    CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW System Board Components processor power connector (PWR2) processor socket (CPU) 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 processor fan connector (MB_CPU_FAN) 4 memory-module connector (DIMM2) memory-module connector (DIMM1) memory-module connector (DIMM4) memory-module connector (DIMM3) memory-module connector (DIMM6) memory-module connector (DIMM5) main power connector (PWR1) password jumper (PASSWORD)

  • Page 15: Master I/O Board Components

    CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW Master I/O Board Components flexbay connector (FLEXBAY) drive-bay shroud battery connector (FRONT_BEZEL) active-vent connector AlienHead connector (HEAD1) 6 7 8 9 10 11 (ACTIVE_VENT) front-bezel right connector front-bezel left connector (FRONT_RIGHT) (FRONT_LEFT) PCI fan connector (FAN_PCI) left side-panel contact board connector (SIDE_L) power-select connector (PWR_SEL)

  • Page 16: Chapter 4: Shrouds

    CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS CHAPTER 5: SHROUDS CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS...
  • Page 17 CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS Shrouds WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

  • Page 18: Opening The Pci Shroud

    CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS Opening the PCI Shroud Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Press the release button and rotate the PCI shroud away from the chassis. Closing the PCI Shroud Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin”...

  • Page 19: Removing The Drive-Bay Shroud

    CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Open the PCI shroud (see “ Opening the PCI Shroud” on page 18). Press the tabs and slide the drive-bay shroud towards the back of the chassis.

  • Page 20: Chapter 5: Drive(S)

    CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) CHAPTER 6: DRIVE(S) CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S)
  • Page 21 NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell or removed. Alienware, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on the new hard drive. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

  • Page 22: Removing The Hard Drive(S)

    CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) Removing the Hard Drive(s) CAUTION: If you are replacing a hard drive that contains data you want to keep, back up your files before you begin this procedure. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“...
  • Page 23 CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) Press the release tabs and slide the hard-drive assembly out of the hard- 5. Remove the hard drive out of the hard-drive bracket by releasing the tabs drive cage. and lifting the hard drive out of the bracket (if applicable). hard drive tabs (4) hard-drive assembly...

  • Page 24: Replacing The Hard Drive(S)

    CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) Replacing the Hard Drive(s) Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page See the documentation that shipped with your new hard drive and ensure that the jumper positioning is correct. Snap the hard-drive bracket on to the new hard drive (if applicable). Slide the hard-drive assembly into the hard-drive cage until the release tabs snap into place.

  • Page 25: Removing The Optical Drive(S)

    CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) Removing the Optical Drive(s) Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Press the AlienHead on the front of your computer to lower the drive panel. Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11).

  • Page 26: Replacing The Optical Drive(S)

    CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) Replacing the Optical Drive(s) Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the new optical drive from its packaging. Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the optical drive. Remove the optical-drive bay filler (if applicable). Lift the securing tab and slide the optical drive through the front of the computer until the securing tabs snap into place.

  • Page 27: Removing The Media Card Reader

    CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) Removing the Media Card Reader Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Press the AlienHead on the front of your computer to lower the drive panel. Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11).
  • Page 28 CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) Remove the four screws that secure the Media Card Reader to the FlexBay dock. Slide the Media Card Reader out of the FlexBay dock. 1 Media Card Reader screws (4)

  • Page 29: Replacing The Media Card Reader

    CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) Replacing the Media Card Reader Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the new Media Card Reader from its packaging. Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the Media Card Reader. Slide the Media Card Reader into the FlexBay Dock. Replace the four screws that secure the Media Card Reader to the FlexBay dock.

  • Page 30: Chapter 6: Pci-Express Card(S)

    CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) CHAPTER 6: PCI EXPRESS CARD(S) CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S)
  • Page 31 CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) PCI-Express Card(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

  • Page 32: Removing The Pci-Express Card(S)

    CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) Removing the PCI-Express Card(s) Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud” on page 18).

  • Page 33: Replacing The Pci-Express Card(S)

    CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s) Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening (if applicable). filler bracket screw...
  • Page 34 CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) CAUTION: To prevent damage to the PCI-Express card ensure that the memory module securing clips are in a closed position. Align the card with the card connector on the system board. Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is firmly seated in the slot.

  • Page 35: Chapter 7: Memory Module(S)

    Specifications at support.dell.com/manuals for information on the type of memory supported by your computer. Install only memory modules that are supported by your computer. NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell or Alienware are covered under your computer warranty. Your computer has six internally-accessible DDR3 DIMM sockets.
  • Page 36 CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

  • Page 37: Removing The Memory Module(S)

    CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) Removing the Memory Module(s) Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Locate the memory-module connectors on the system board (see “System Board Components“ on page 14). WARNING: The memory module(s) may become very hot during normal operation.

  • Page 38: Replacing The Memory Module(S)

    CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) Replacing the Memory Module(s) Recommended memory configuration: slots 1, 3, and 5 or slots 1-6. memory-module connector Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 6. notch securing clips (2) Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module with the tab on the memory-module connector.
  • Page 39 CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) CAUTION: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the memory module straight down into the memory-module connector while you apply equal force to each end of the memory module. Insert the memory module into the memory-module connector until the memory module snaps into position.

  • Page 40: Chapter 8: Fans

    CHAPTER 8: FANS CHAPTER 8: FANS CHAPTER 8: FANS...
  • Page 41 CHAPTER 8: FANS Fans WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

  • Page 42: Removing The Hard-Drive Fan Assembly

    CHAPTER 8: FANS Removing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud” on page 18).

  • Page 43: Replacing The Hard-Drive Fan Assembly

    CHAPTER 8: FANS Replacing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Push the hard-drive fan assembly into the hard-drive fan assembly bay. Route the cable through the slot in the hard-drive bay. Connect the hard-drive fan assembly cable to the connector on the master I/O board.

  • Page 44: Removing The Pci-Fan Assembly

    CHAPTER 8: FANS Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud” on page 18). Remove the drive-bay shroud (see “Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud”...

  • Page 45: Replacing The Pci-Fan Assembly

    CHAPTER 8: FANS Replacing the PCI-Fan Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Align the PCI-fan assembly with the metal bracket on the chassis. Slide the PCI-fan assembly into the chassis. Connect the PCI-fan assembly cable to the connector on the master I/O board.

  • Page 46: Chapter 9: Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly

    CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 9: LIQUID COOLING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

  • Page 48: Removing The Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly

    CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY Removing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). WARNING: Despite having a plastic shield, the processor liquid-cooling assembly may be very hot during normal operation.

  • Page 49: Replacing The Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly

    CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY Replacing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Align the screw holes on the processor liquid-cooling assembly with the screw holes on the back of the chassis. Replace the four screws that secure the processor liquid-cooling assembly to the chassis rear wall.

  • Page 50: Chapter 10: Processor

    CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR...
  • Page 51 CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR Processor WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

  • Page 52: Removing The Processor

    CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR Removing the Processor Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). WARNING: Despite having a plastic shield, the processor liquid-cooling assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

  • Page 53: Replacing The Processor

    CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR Replacing the Processor CAUTION: When removing or replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket. CAUTION: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer.
  • Page 54 CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR When the processor is fully seated in the socket, close the processor cover. Replace the processor liquid-cooling assembly (see “Replacing the Processor Ensure that the tab on the processor cover is positioned underneath the Liquid-Cooling Assembly” on page 49). center cover latch on the socket.

  • Page 55: Chapter 11: Power Supply

    CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY CHAPTER 10: POWER SUPPLY CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY...

  • Page 56: Power Supply

    CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY Power Supply WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

  • Page 57: Removing The Power Supply

    CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY Removing the Power Supply Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Lift the tab and slide the power supply cover towards the back of the chassis.
  • Page 58 CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY Disconnect the AC power cable from the power supply. Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to the bezel. Loosen the four captive-screws that secure the power supply to the back of Remove the bezel from the power supply. the chassis.

  • Page 59: Replacing The Power Supply

    CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY Replacing the Power Supply Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Replace the four screws that secure the power supply to the bezel. Slide the power supply into the chassis through the back of the computer. Tighten the four captive-screws that secure the power supply to the back of the chassis.

  • Page 60: Chapter 12: Battery

    CHAPTER 12: BATTERY CHAPTER 14: COIN CELL BATTERY CHAPTER 12: BATTERY...
  • Page 61 CHAPTER 12: BATTERY Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

  • Page 62: Removing The Coin-Cell Battery

    CHAPTER 12: BATTERY Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Record all the screens in system setup (see “System Setup” on page 106) so that you can restore the correct settings after the new battery has been installed. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“...

  • Page 63: Replacing The Coin-Cell Battery

    CHAPTER 12: BATTERY Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on. Enter system setup (see “Entering System Setup” on page 107) and restore Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page the settings you recorded before removing the battery.

  • Page 64: Removing The Theater-Lighting Batteries

    CHAPTER 12: BATTERY Removing the Theater-Lighting Batteries Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 18). Remove the drive-bay shroud (see “Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud”...

  • Page 65: Replacing The Theater-Lighting Batteries

    CHAPTER 12: BATTERY Replacing the Theater-Lighting Batteries Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Insert the two new batteries (AA rechargeable) in the theater-lighting battery compartment. Close the theater-lighting battery-compartment door. Replace the drive-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on page 19).

  • Page 66: Chapter 13: System Board

    CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD CHAPTER 11: SYSTEM BOARD CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD...

  • Page 67: System Board

    CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

  • Page 68: Removing The System Board

    CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD Removing the System Board Record all the screens in system setup (see “System Setup” on page 106) so that you can restore the correct settings after the new battery has been installed Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“...

  • Page 69: Replacing The System Board

    CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD Replacing the System Board Disconnect all cables from the system board. Remove the two screws that secure the system board to the chassis. Slide the system board towards the front of the chassis to disengage it from Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin”...

  • Page 70: Chapter 14: Master I/O Board

    CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD CHAPTER 12: MASTER I/O BOARD CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD...
  • Page 71 CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD Master I/O Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

  • Page 72: Removing The Master I/O Board

    CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD Removing the Master I/O Board Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 18).

  • Page 73: Replacing The Master I/O Board

    CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD Replacing the Master I/O Board Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Place the master I/O board in the chassis. Replace the four screws that secure the master I/O board to the chassis. Route and connect the cables that you removed from the connectors on the master I/O board.

  • Page 74: Chapter 15: Top Lighting-Board

    CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD CHAPTER 13: TOP LIGHTING BOARD CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD...
  • Page 75 CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD Top Lighting-Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

  • Page 76: Removing The Top Lighting-Board

    CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD Removing the Top Lighting-Board Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Disconnect the cables from the top lighting-board connectors. Remove the four screws that secure the top lighting-board to the chassis. Pull the top lighting-board away from the chassis.

  • Page 77: Chapter 16: Right Side-Panel(S)

    CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE PANEL CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S)
  • Page 78 CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) Right Side-Panel(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

  • Page 79: Removing The Right Side-Panel(S)

    CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) Removing the Right Side-Panel(s) Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 18).
  • Page 80 CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) Place the chassis in an upright position. Disconnect the lighting-board cable from the connector on the master I/O board. Slide and pull the right top-panel away from the chassis. Remove the two screws that secure the lighting board to the chassis. Lift the lighting board up and away from the chassis.

  • Page 81: Replacing The Right Side-Panel(S)

    CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) Replacing the Right Side-Panel(s) Slide and pull the right bottom-panel away from the chassis. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Align the right bottom-panel to the bottom of the computer and slide it into position.

  • Page 82: Chapter 17: Active-Venting Assembly

    CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE VENTING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 83 CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY Active-Venting Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

  • Page 84: Removing The Active-Venting Assembly

    CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY Removing the Active-Venting Assembly NOTE: Active-venting assembly is available only in Alienware Aurora ALX. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 18).
  • Page 85 CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY Remove the top lighting-board (see “Removing the Top Lighting-Board” on Place the chassis upright. page 76). Remove the right top-panel. Remove the ten screws that secure the active-venting assembly to the chassis. 1 right top-panel 1 screws (10)
  • Page 86 CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY Remove the two screws that secure the top panel to the chassis. Lift the top panel away from the chassis. Remove the three screws that secure the active-venting assembly to the chassis. Disconnect the cables that connect the active-venting assembly to the connectors on the master I/O board.

  • Page 87: Replacing The Active-Venting Assembly

    CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY Replacing the Active-Venting Assembly Replace the screw that secures the right top-panel to the chassis. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Replace the drive-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on Place the active-venting assembly on the top of the chassis. page 19).

  • Page 88: Chapter 18: Front Bezel

    CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL...

  • Page 89: Front Bezel

    CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL Front Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

  • Page 90: Removing The Front Bezel

    CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL Removing the Front Bezel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 18).
  • Page 91 CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL Place the chassis upright. Remove the three screws on the right side that secure the front bezel to the chassis. Pull the front bezel away from the chassis. 1 screws (3) front bezel...

  • Page 92: Replacing The Front Bezel

    CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL Replacing the Front Bezel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Align the front bezel with the front of the chassis. Replace the three screws on the right side that secure the front bezel to the chassis.

  • Page 93: Chapter 19: Back Bezel

    CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL CHAPTER 16: BACK PANEL CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL...

  • Page 94: Back Bezel

    CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL Back Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

  • Page 95: Removing The Back Bezel

    CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL Removing the Back Bezel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Remove the power supply (see “Removing the Power Supply“ on page 57).
  • Page 96 CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL Remove the two screws that secure the back bezel to the chassis. Release the tabs that secure the back bezel to the chassis. Pull the back bezel away from the chassis. screws (2) back bezel 3 tabs...

  • Page 97: Replacing The Back Bezel

    CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL Replacing the Back Bezel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Align the tabs on the back bezel with the slots on the chassis. Push the back bezel into place. Replace the two screws that secure the back bezel to the chassis. Replace the two screws that secure the security lock panel to the chassis.

  • Page 98: Chapter 20: Bluetooth Assembly

    CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY...

  • Page 99: Bluetooth Assembly

    CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY Bluetooth Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

  • Page 100: Removing The Bluetooth Assembly

    CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY Removing the Bluetooth Assembly NOTE: The Bluetooth ® assembly is available on your system only if you ordered it while purchasing your computer. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11).

  • Page 101: Replacing The Bluetooth Assembly

    CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY Replacing the Bluetooth Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Align the tabs on the Bluetooth assembly with the slots on the chassis. Tighten the thumbscrew that secures the Bluetooth assembly to the chassis.

  • Page 102: Chapter 21: Top I/O Panel

    CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL CHAPTER 20: TOP I/O CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL 0102 0102...
  • Page 103 CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL Top I/O Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

  • Page 104: Removing The Top I/O Panel

    CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL Removing the Top I/O Panel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 18).

  • Page 105: Replacing The Top I/O Panel

    CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL Replacing the Top I/O Panel Replace the PCI-fan assembly (see “Replacing the PCI-Fan Assembly” on Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page page 45). Align and replace the top I/O panel. Replace the drive-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on Connect the cables that connect the top I/O panel to the system board and page 19).

  • Page 106: Chapter 22: System Setup

    CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP CHAPTER 21: SYSTEM SETUP CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP 0106 0106...

  • Page 107: Configuring The Bios

    CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Configuring the BIOS Entering System Setup Turn on (or restart) your desktop. System Setup While the computer is booting, press immediately before the operating The System Setup options allow you to: system logo appears to access the BIOS Setup Utility. •...
  • Page 108 CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP System Setup Options System Information Cache L2 NOTE: The items listed in this section may or may not appear exactly as Displays the processor L2 cache size. listed depending on your computer model and installed devices. Cache L3 Displays the processor L3 cache size.
  • Page 109 CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Advanced BIOS Features CPU Configuration NumLock Status Intel C State Tech ® Select power-on state for num-lock. If enabled, C State: Processor idle is set to C2/C3/C4. ACPI APIC support Include ACPI APIC table pointer to RSDT pointer list.
  • Page 110 CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Power Management Setup Frequency/Voltage Control Suspend Mode CPU Speed Sets the energy-saving mode of the Displays the current processor speed. ACPI function. Memory Speed Displays the current memory speed. AC Recovery Sets the action to be taken by the Current QPI Speed Displays current QPI speed.
  • Page 111 CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Advance DRAM Configuration Submenu Advance DRAM Configuration Submenu Memory-Z tRRD Opens submenu to display the SPD Displays RAS to RAS delay (editable in configuration for each memory Manual Mode). module. tRTP Displays Read to Precharge Command Advanced Memory Settings Allows you to toggle to Manual mode Delay (editable in Manual Mode).
  • Page 112 CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Overclock Configuration Submenu BIOS Security Features Change Supervisor Password Turbo Mode TDC Limit Change the supervisor password. Program the current thresholds for Override the processor while in turbo mode. Change User Password Change the user password. You Turbo Mode TDP Limit cannot use the user password to Program the power thresholds for the...

  • Page 113: Clearing Forgotten Passwords And Cmos Settings

    CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings CMOS: Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the CMOS setting. Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel” on page 11).
  • Page 114 CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP PASSWORD: Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel” on page 11). Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on. 0114 0114...

  • Page 115: Flashing The Bios

    CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Flashing the BIOS - If you do not have your computer’ s Service Tag: Click Select Your Product Model in the Select Your Entry Method list. The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when replacing the Select Your Product Family list.

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