Page 3 - CONTENTS
03 03 / CONTENTS CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Recommended Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Turning Off Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 6 - CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN; CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN
CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN 06 06 / This manual provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: You have performed the steps in “Turning Off Your Computer” on page • 7 and “Before Wor...
Page 7 - Turning; Recommended Tools
07 07 / CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your computer. Save and close all open files and exit all open programs. 1. Click 2. Start → Shut Down. The computer turns off aft...
Page 8 - Before
08 08 / CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean. 1. Turn off your computer (see “Turning Off Your Computer” on page 2. 7 ). CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device. Disconne...
Page 9 - CHAPTER 2: SIDE PANEL
CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL 09 09 / CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL CHAPTER 2: SIDE PANEL
Page 11 - Removing the Left Side-Panel
011 011 / CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL 1 3 2 4 1 release panel 2 security cable slot 3 latch 4 left side-panel Removing the Left Side-Panel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . NOTE: Ensure that you remove the security cable from the security cable slot (if applicable). Slide t...
Page 12 - CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW; CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW 012 012 / CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
Page 13 - Inside View of Your Computer
013 013 / CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW 1 2 3 4 1 memory module(s) 2 graphic cards (2) 3 optical drives (3) 4 hard drives (4) 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 i...
Page 14 - System Board Components
014 014 / CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW 1 processor power connector (PWR2) 2 processor socket (CPU) 3 processor fan connector (MB_CPU_FAN) 4 memory-module connector (DIMM2) (Aurora and Aurora ALX ) memory-module connector (DIMM3) (Aurora-R2) 5 memory-module connector (DIMM1) 6 memory-module connecto...
Page 15 - Master
015 015 / CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW 1 flexbay connector (FLEXBAY) 2 drive-bay shroud battery connector (FRONT_BEZEL) 3 active-vent connector (ACTIVE_VENT) 4 AlienHead connector (HEAD1) 5 front-bezel right connector (FRONT_RIGHT) 6 front-bezel left connector (FRONT_LEFT) 7 PCI-fan connector (FAN_...
Page 17 - Shrouds
017 017 / 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...
Page 18 - Closing
018 018 / CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS Opening the PCI Shroud Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11 ). Press the release button and rotate the PCI shroud away from the chassis. 3. Closing the PCI Shroud Follow ...
Page 27 - Removing the Media Card Reader
027 027 / CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) 3 1 2 1 FlexBay USB cable 2 securing tab 3 FlexBay dock Removing the Media Card Reader Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Press the AlienHead on the front of your computer to lower the drive panel. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing t...
Page 29 - Replacing the Media Card Reader
029 029 / CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) Replacing the Media Card Reader Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the new Media Card Reader from its packaging. Save the original 2. packaging for storing or shipping the Media Card Reader.Slide the Media Card Reader into the FlexBay do...
Page 41 - Fans
041 041 / 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 electric...
Page 42 - Removing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly
042 042 / CHAPTER 8: FANS 1 2 1 hard-drive fan assembly cable 2 hard-drive fan assembly Removing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11 ). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening ...
Page 43 - Replacing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly
043 043 / CHAPTER 8: FANS Replacing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Push the hard-drive fan assembly into the hard-drive fan assembly bay. 2. Route the cable through the slot in the hard-drive bay. 3. Connect the hard-drive fan assembly cable ...
Page 44 - Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly
044 044 / CHAPTER 8: FANS 1 2 3 1 PCI-fan assembly cable 2 PCI-fan assembly 3 tabs (2) Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11 ). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI ...
Page 45 - Replacing the PCI-Fan Assembly
045 045 / CHAPTER 8: FANS Replacing the PCI-Fan Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Align the PCI-fan assembly with the metal bracket on the chassis. 2. Slide the PCI-fan assembly into the chassis. 3. Connect the PCI-fan assembly cable to the connector on the master...
Page 46 - ASSEMBLY; CHAPTER 9: LIQUID COOLING ASSEMBLY
CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY 046 046 / CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 9: LIQUID COOLING ASSEMBLY
Page 47 - Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly
047 047 / 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...
Page 48 - Removing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly
048 048 / CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY 3 4 1 2 5 1 processor liquid-cooling assembly 2 top lighting-board 3 cables (2) 4 captive screws (4) 5 screws (4) Removing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-pa...
Page 49 - Replacing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly
049 049 / CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY Replacing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Align the screw holes on the processor liquid-cooling assembly with the 2. screw holes on the chassis rear wall.Replace the four screws ...
Page 50 - CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR
CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR 050 050 / CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR
Page 51 - Processor
051 051 / 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 again...
Page 52 - Removing
052 052 / CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR 1 3 4 5 2 1 processor cover 2 processor 3 socket 4 release lever 5 tab Removing the Processor Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11 ). WARNING: Despite having a plastic...
Page 53 - Replacing
053 053 / CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR 2 4 6 3 1 7 5 1 tab 2 processor cover 3 processor 4 socket 5 center-cover latch 6 release lever 7 processor pin-1 indicator Replacing the Processor CAUTION: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on th...
Page 55 - CHAPTER 10: POWER SUPPLY; CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY
CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY 055 055 / CHAPTER 10: POWER SUPPLY CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY
Page 56 - Power Supply
056 056 / 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...
Page 57 - Removing the Power Supply
057 057 / CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY Removing the Power Supply Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11 ). Lift the tab and slide the power-supply cover towards the back of the 3. chassis.Lift the power-su...
Page 59 - Replacing the Power Supply
059 059 / CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY Replacing the Power Supply Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Replace the four screws that secure the power supply to the bezel. 2. Slide the power supply into the chassis through the back of the computer. 3. Tighten the four captive screw...
Page 60 - CHAPTER 14: COIN CELL BATTERY
CHAPTER 12: BATTERY 060 060 / CHAPTER 14: COIN CELL BATTERY CHAPTER 12: BATTERY
Page 61 - Battery
061 061 / 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 you...
Page 62 - Removing the Coin-Cell Battery
062 062 / CHAPTER 12: BATTERY 1 1 battery release lever Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Record all the screens in system setup (see “System Setup” on page 1. 107 ) so that you can restore the correct settings after the new battery has been installed. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on p...
Page 63 - Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery
063 063 / CHAPTER 12: BATTERY Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 6. them on. Enter system setup (see “Entering System Setup” on page 7. 107 ) and restore the settings you recorded before removing the battery. Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery Follow the instructions ...
Page 64 - Removing the Theater-Lighting Batteries
064 064 / CHAPTER 12: BATTERY 1 2 1 theater-lighting battery-compartment door 2 drive-bay shroud Removing the Theater-Lighting Batteries Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11 ). Open the PCI shroud (s...
Page 65 - Replacing the Theater-Lighting Batteries
065 065 / CHAPTER 12: BATTERY Replacing the Theater-Lighting Batteries Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Insert the two new batteries (AA rechargeable) in the theater-lighting 2. battery compartment.Close the theater-lighting battery-compartment door. 3. Replace the drive-...
Page 66 - CHAPTER 11: SYSTEM BOARD; CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD
CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD 066 066 / CHAPTER 11: SYSTEM BOARD CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD
Page 67 - System Board
067 067 / 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 o...
Page 68 - Removing the System Board
068 068 / CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD Removing the System Board Record all the screens in system setup (see “System Setup” on page 1. 107 ) so that you can restore the correct settings.Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 2. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-P...
Page 69 - Replacing the System Board
069 069 / CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD Replacing the System Board Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Slide the system board towards the back of the chassis and engage the 2. latches that secure it to the chassis.Replace the two screws that secure the system board to the chassis...
Page 72 - Removing the Master I/O Board
072 072 / CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD Removing the Master I/O Board Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11 ). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 3. 18 ). Remove the drive-bay sh...
Page 73 - Replacing the Master I/O Board
073 073 / CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD Replacing the Master I/O Board Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Place the master I/O board in the chassis. 2. Replace the four screws that secure the master I/O board to the chassis. 3. Route and connect the cables that you removed f...
Page 74 - CHAPTER 13: TOP LIGHTING BOARD
CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD 074 074 / CHAPTER 13: TOP LIGHTING BOARD CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD
Page 76 - Removing the Top Lighting-Board; Replacing the Top Lighting-Board
076 076 / CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD 1 2 1 top lighting-board 2 screws (4) Removing the Top Lighting-Board Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11 ). Disconnect all cables from the connectors on the...
Page 77 - CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE PANEL
CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) 077 077 / CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE PANEL
Page 82 - CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE VENTING ASSEMBLY
CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY 082 082 / CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE VENTING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY
Page 83 - Active-Venting Assembly
083 083 / 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_complia...
Page 84 - Removing the Active-Venting Assembly
084 084 / CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY 1 1 screw 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 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2....
Page 87 - Replacing the Active-Venting Assembly
087 087 / CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY Replace the screw that secures the right top-panel to the chassis. 10. Replace the drive-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 11. page 19 ). Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud“ on page 12. 18 ). Replace the left side-panel (...
Page 88 - CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL; CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL
CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL 088 088 / CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL
Page 89 - Front Bezel
089 089 / 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 ope...
Page 90 - Removing the Front Bezel
090 090 / CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL 1 1 screws (7) Removing the Front Bezel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11 ). Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 3. 18 ). Remove the drive-b...
Page 92 - Replacing the Front Bezel
092 092 / CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL Replacing the Front Bezel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Align the front bezel with the front of the chassis. 2. Replace the three screws on the right side that secure the front bezel to the 3. chassis.Lay the chassis on its side. 4. Co...
Page 93 - CHAPTER 16: BACK PANEL; CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL
CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL 093 093 / CHAPTER 16: BACK PANEL CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL
Page 94 - Back Bezel
094 094 / 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 opera...
Page 95 - Removing the Back Bezel
095 095 / CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL 2 1 1 screws (2) 2 security lock panel Removing the Back Bezel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11 ). Remove the power supply (see “Removing the Power Supply“ on pag...
Page 97 - Replacing the Back Bezel
097 097 / CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL Replacing the Back Bezel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Align the tabs on the back bezel with the slots on the chassis. 2. Push the back bezel into place. 3. Replace the two screws that secure the back bezel to the chassis. 4. Replace th...
Page 98 - CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY
CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY 098 098 / CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY
Page 99 - Bluetooth Assembly
099 099 / 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. WARNI...
Page 100 - Removing the Bluetooth Assembly
0100 0100 / CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY 2 1 1 Bluetooth assembly 2 thumbscrew Removing the Bluetooth Assembly NOTE: The Bluetooth ® assembly is available on your computer only if you ordered it while purchasing your computer. Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the...
Page 101 - Replacing the Bluetooth Assembly
0101 0101 / CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY Replacing the Bluetooth Assembly Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Align the tabs on the Bluetooth assembly with the slots on the chassis. 2. Tighten the thumbscrew that secures the Bluetooth assembly to the 3. chassis.Connect the...
Page 104 - Removing the Top I/O Panel
0104 0104 / CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL 3 1 4 2 1 panel insert 2 top I/O panel 3 screws (4) 4 top panel Removing the Top I/O Panel Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11 ). Open the PCI shroud (see “Open...
Page 105 - Replacing the Top I/O Panel
0105 0105 / CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL Replace the PCI-fan assembly (see “Replacing the PCI-Fan Assembly” on 10. page 45 ). Replace the drive-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 11. page 19 ). Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud“ on page 12. 18 ). Replace the left side-p...
Page 106 - CHAPTER 21: SYSTEM SETUP; CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP
CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP 0106 0106 / CHAPTER 21: SYSTEM SETUP CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP
Page 107 - Entering System Setup; System Setup Screens; System Setup
0107 0107 / CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Entering System Setup Turn on (or restart) your computer. 1. NOTE: Keyboard failure may result when a key on the keyboard is held down for extended periods of time. To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release <F2> in even intervals until the Syste...
Page 108 - System Setup Options
0108 0108 / CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP System Information Current (QPI) Speed (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) Displays the QPI speed. Current (DMI) Speed (available on Aurora-R2 only) Displays the DMI speed. Cache L2 Displays the processor L2 cache size. Cache L3 Displays the processor L3 ca...
Page 114 - Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings
0114 0114 / CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6 . 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-Pa...
Page 116 - Flashing the BIOS
0116 0116 / CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP A list of results appear on the screen. Click 4. BIOS . Click 5. Download Now to download the latest BIOS file. The File Download window appears. Click 6. Save to save the file on your desktop. The file downloads to your desktop.Click 7. Close if the Download Com...
Page 117 - Websites; APPENDIX A: CONTACTING ALIENWARE
0117 0117 / APPENDIX A: CONTACTING ALIENWARE Websites You can learn about Alienware ® products and services on the following websites: www.dell.com • www.dell.com/ap • (Asian/Pacific countries only) www.dell.com/jp • (Japan only) www.euro.dell.com • (Europe only) www.dell.com/la • (Latin American an...
