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ALIENWARE® AURORA

SERVICE MANUAL

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e contents herein are subject to change without notice.

©2009-2010 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.

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. and is used by Dell under

license;

Microsoft

,

Windows

, and the

Windows

start button logo are either

trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United

States and/or other countries;

Intel

and

SpeedStep

are registered trademarks of

Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this manual to refer to either

the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims

any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.

Model: D0IM Type: D0IM001; D0IM002 Rev. A01 FEBRUARY 2010

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better

use of your computer.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or

loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.

WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage,

personal injury, or death.

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CONTENTS

CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN ......................................... 6

Recommended Tools .............................................. 7

Turning O Your Computer ........................................ 7

Before Working Inside Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL .......................................... 9

Removing the Left Side-Panel .....................................11

Replacing the Left Side-Panel......................................11

CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW .....................................12

Inside View of Your Computer ..................................... 13

System Board Components....................................... 14

Master I/O Board Components .................................... 15

CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS .................................................16

Opening the PCI Shroud .......................................... 18

Closing the PCI Shroud ........................................... 18

Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud .................................. 19

Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud................................... 19

CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) .................................................20

Removing the Hard Drive(s) ......................................22

Replacing the Hard Drive(s).......................................24

Removing the Optical Drive(s) ....................................25

Replacing the Optical Drive(s).....................................26

Removing the Media Card Reader .................................27

Replacing the Media Card Reader .................................29

CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) ....................................30

Removing the PCI-Express Card(s) ................................32

Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s).................................33

CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S)......................................35

Removing the Memory Module(s) .................................37

Replacing the Memory Module(s) .................................38

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CONTENTS

CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD ..........................................66

Removing the System Board......................................68

Replacing the System Board ......................................69

CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD ......................................70

Removing the Master I/O Board...................................72

Replacing the Master I/O Board ...................................73

CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD.................................... 74

Removing the Top Lighting-Board ................................76

Replacing the Top Lighting-Board.................................76

CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) .....................................77

Removing the Right Side-Panel(s) ................................79

Replacing the Right Side-Panel(s)................................. 81

CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY ..............................82

Removing the Active-Venting Assembly ...........................84

Replacing the Active-Venting Assembly ...........................87

CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL ............................................88

Removing the Front Bezel ........................................90

Replacing the Front Bezel ........................................92

CHAPTER 8: FANS .....................................................40

Removing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly...........................42

Replacing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly ...........................43

Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly..................................44

Replacing the PCI-Fan Assembly ..................................45

CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY...................46

Removing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly .................48

Replacing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly .................49

CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR .............................................50

Removing the Processor..........................................52

Replacing the Processor ..........................................53

CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY ..........................................55

Removing the Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Replacing the Power Supply ......................................59

CHAPTER 12: BATTERY ................................................60

Removing the Coin-Cell Battery ...................................62

Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery ...................................63

Removing the eater-Lighting Batteries .........................64

Replacing the eater-Lighting Batteries..........................65

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CONTENTS

CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL .............................................93

Removing the Back Bezel.........................................95

Replacing the Back Bezel .........................................97

CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY..................................98

Removing the Bluetooth Assembly...............................100

Replacing the Bluetooth Assembly............................... 101

CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL ..........................................102

Removing the Top I/O Panel .....................................104

Replacing the Top I/O Panel......................................105

CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP .........................................106

Conguring the BIOS ............................................107

Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings .................114

APPENDIX A: CONTACTING ALIENWARE ................................117

CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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is 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 O Your Computer” on page • 7 and

“Before Working Inside Your Computer” on page 8.

You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer.•

A component can be replaced or—if purchased separately—installed by •

performing the removal procedure in reverse order.

CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN

CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Turning O Your Computer

CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open les and exit all

open programs before you turn o your computer.

Save and close all open les and exit all open programs.1.

Click 2. Start → Shut Down.

e computer turns o after the operating system shutdown process 3.

nishes.

Ensure that the computer is turned o. If your computer did not 4.

automatically turn o when you shut down the operating system, press and

hold the power button until the computer turns o.

Recommended Tools

e procedures in this document may require the following tools:

Small at-blade screwdriver•

Phillips screwdriver•

BIOS executable update program available at • support.dell.com

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CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Ensure that the work surface is at and clean.1.

Turn o your computer (see “Turning O Your Computer” on page 2. 7).

CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, rst unplug the cable from

your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device.

Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer.3.

Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical 4.

outlets.

Disconnect all attached devices from your computer.5.

Press and eject any installed cards from the Media Card Reader.6.

Press and hold the power button to ground the system board.7.

CAUTION: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground

yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the

back of the computer. While you work, periodically touch an unpainted

metal surface to dissipate static electricity, which could harm internal

components.

NOTE: For better access to components within your computer, lay your

computer on its side.

Before Working Inside Your Computer

Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential

damage and to help to ensure your own personal safety.

WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow

the safety instructions that shipped with your computer. For additional

safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance

Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is

not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its

pull-tab, not on the cable itself. Some cables have connectors with locking

tabs; if you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking

tabs before you disconnect the cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep

them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before

you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented

and aligned.

CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps

before you begin working inside the computer.

CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL

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CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL

CHAPTER 2: SIDE PANEL

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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).

WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including

computer covers, bezels, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL

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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 the latch to unlock the release panel.2.

Lift the release panel to open the left-side panel.3.

Place the left side-panel in a secure location.4.

NOTE: eater 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” on page 1. 6.

Align the tabs on the left side-panel with the slots on the side of the 2.

computer and push the panel in place.

Slide the latch to lock the release panel.3.

CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

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CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

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CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

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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 information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at

www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

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CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

1processor power connector (PWR2) 2processor socket (CPU)

3processor fan connector (MB_CPU_FAN) 4memory-module connector (DIMM2)

(Aurora and Aurora ALX )

memory-module connector (DIMM3)

(Aurora-R2)

5memory-module connector (DIMM1) 6memory-module connector (DIMM4)

7memory-module connector (DIMM3)

(Aurora and Aurora ALX)

memory-module connector (DIMM2)

(Aurora-R2)

8memory-module connector (DIMM6)

(Aurora and Aurora ALX only)

9memory-module connector (DIMM5)

(Aurora and Aurora ALX only)

10 main power connector (PWR1)

11 password jumper (PASSWORD) 12 serial ATA drive connectors (SATA1_2)

13 serial ATA drive connectors (SATA3_4) 14 serial ATA drive connectors (SATA5_6)

15 front panel connector (FRONT_PANEL) 16 USB connector (USB1)

17 USB connector (USB2) 18 USB connector (USB3)

19 Low pin count debug header (LPC1) 20 IEEE 1394 connector (1394)

21 PCI-Express x1 connector (SLOT4) 22 S/PDIF connector (SPDIF)

(Aurora and Aurora ALX only)

23 front audio connector (FRONT AUDIO) 24 PCI-Express x16 connector (SLOT3)

25 CMOS jumper (CLEAR_CMOS) 26 PCI-Express x1 connector (SLOT2)

27 battery socket (BAT1) 28 PCI-Express x16 connector (SLOT1)

29 eSATA connector (ESATA) 30 processor cooling assembly

connector (CHIPSET_FAN)

System Board Components

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CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW

1flexbay connector (FLEXBAY) 2drive-bay shroud battery connector

(FRONT_BEZEL)

3 active-vent connector

(ACTIVE_VENT)

4AlienHead connector (HEAD1)

5front-bezel right connector

(FRONT_RIGHT)

6front-bezel left connector

(FRONT_LEFT)

7PCI-fan connector (FAN_PCI) 8 left side-panel contact board

connector (SIDE_L)

9power-select connector (PWR_SEL) 10 Bluetooth® connector (BLUETOOTH)

11 power-LED board connector (BLINK) 12 wireless connector (WIRELESS)

13 hard-drive LED connector

(HDD_LED1)

14 hard-drive LED connector

(HDD_LED2)

15 USB connector (MB_USB) 16 main-power connector (PWR1)

17 system-board lighting (MB_MIO) 18 hard-drive fan connector (FAN_HDD)

19 right side-panel connector

(SIDE_R)

20 vent-motor connector

(VENT_MOTOR1)

21 vent sensors (VENT_SW) 22 ODD sensors (ODD_SW)

23 vent-motor sensor connector

(VENT_MOTOR2)

24 internal theater-lighting connector

(BAT2)

25 front-default connector

(FACTORY_DEFAULT)

26 graphics-pump connector

(GFX_PUMP)

Master I/O Board Components

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CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS

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CHAPTER 5: SHROUDS

CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS

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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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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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 the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

Lower the PCI shroud into the chassis until it clicks into place.2.

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 3. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 4.

them on.

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1 release button 2 PCI shroud

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CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS

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1 tabs (2) 2 drive-bay shroud

Removing the Drive-Bay 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).

Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud” on page 3. 18).

Press the tabs and slide the drive-bay shroud towards the back of the 4.

chassis.

Disconnect the drive-bay shroud battery cable from the connector on the 5.

master I/O board.

Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud

Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

Connect the drive-bay shroud battery cable to the connector on the master 2.

I/O board.

Align the drive-bay shroud with the slots on the chassis.3.

Slide the drive-bay shroud toward the front of the chassis until it clicks into 4.

place.

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud” on page 5. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 6. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 7.

them on.

CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S)

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CHAPTER 6: DRIVE(S)

CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S)

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CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S)

Drive(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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

WARNING: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the

drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive.

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: To prevent data loss, turn o your computer (see “Turning

O Your Computer” on page 7) before removing the hard drive. Do not

remove the hard drive while the computer is on or in Sleep state.

CAUTION: Hard drives are extremely fragile. Exercise care when handling

the hard drive.

CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a

wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal

surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).

NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard

drives from sources other than Dell or Alienware.

NOTE: If you are installing a hard drive from a source other than Dell or

Alienware, you need to install an operating system, drivers, and utilities on

the new hard drive.

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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 les before you begin this procedure.

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 the power and data cables from the hard-drive assembly 3.

(if applicable).

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1 power cable 2 data cable

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CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S)

Press the release tabs and slide the hard-drive assembly out of the hard- 4.

drive cage.

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2

1 hard-drive assembly 2 release tabs (2)

Remove the hard drive out of the hard-drive bracket by releasing the tabs 5.

and lifting the hard drive out of the bracket (if applicable).

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1 hard drive 2 tabs (4)

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CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S)

Replacing the Hard Drive(s)

Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

See the documentation that shipped with your new hard drive and ensure 2.

that the jumper positioning is correct.

Snap the hard-drive bracket on to the new hard drive (if applicable).3.

Slide the hard-drive assembly into the hard-drive cage until the release tabs 4.

snap into place.

Connect the power and data cables to the hard-drive assembly 5.

(if applicable).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 6. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 7.

them on.

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CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S)

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1 power cable 2 data cable

3 securing tab 4 optical drive

Removing the Optical Drive(s)

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 the Left Side-Panel“ on page 3. 11).

Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud” on page 4. 18).

Disconnect the power and data cables from the optical drive (if applicable).5.

Lift the securing tab and slide the optical drive out through the front of the 6.

computer.

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CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S)

Replacing the Optical Drive(s)

Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

Remove the new optical drive from its packaging. Save the original 2.

packaging for storing or shipping the optical drive.

Remove the optical-drive bay ller (if applicable).3.

Lift the securing tab and slide the optical drive through the front of the 4.

computer until the securing tab snaps into place.

Connect the power and data cables to the optical drive (if applicable).5.

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud” on page 6. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 7. 11).

Lift the drive panel towards the top of your computer.8.

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 9.

them on.

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CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S)

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1

2

1FlexBay USB cable 2 securing tab

3FlexBay 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 the Left Side-Panel“ on page 3. 11).

Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud” on page 4. 18).

Disconnect the FlexBay USB cable from the connector on the master I/O 5.

board.

Lift the securing tab and slide the FlexBay dock out through the front of the 6.

computer.

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CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S)

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2

1 Media Card Reader 2 FlexBay dock

3 screws (4)

Remove the four screws that secure the Media Card Reader to the FlexBay 7.

dock.

Slide the Media Card Reader out of the FlexBay dock.8.

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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 dock.3.

Replace the four screws that secure the Media Card Reader to the FlexBay 4.

dock.

Lift the securing tab and slide the FlexBay dock through the front of the 5.

computer until the securing tab snaps into place.

Connect the FlexBay USB cable to the connector on the master I/O board.6.

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud” on page 7. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 8. 11).

Lift the drive panel towards the top of your computer.9.

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 10.

them on.

CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S)

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CHAPTER 6: PCI EXPRESS CARD(S)

CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S)

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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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S)

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3

2

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1 screw 2 card connector

3 securing tab 4 card

Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)

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).

Locate the PCI-Express card on the system board (see “System Board 4.

Components“ on page 14).

Disconnect any cables connected to the card (if applicable). 5.

Remove the screw that secures the card to the chassis.6.

Remove the card.7.

For a PCI-Express x1 card, grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it •

out the card connector.

For a PCI-Express x16 card, press the securing tab on the card •

connector as you grasp the card by its top corners, and then ease the

card out of the card connector.

NOTE: If you are not replacing a card, install a ller bracket in the empty

card-slot opening.

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CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S)

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2

1ller bracket 2 screw

Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)

Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

Remove the ller bracket to create a card-slot opening (if applicable).2.

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CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S)

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1 securing tab 2 card connector

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the PCI-Express card ensure that the

memory module securing clips are in the closed position.

Align the card with the card connector on the system board. 3.

Place the card in the connector and press down rmly. Ensure that the card 4.

is rmly seated in the slot. If you are installing the PCI-Express x16 card,

push the securing tab and insert the card in the connector.

Connect any cables that should be attached to the card (if applicable). 5.

For information about the card’s cable connections, see the documentation

that shipped with the card.

Replace the screw that secures the card to the chassis.6.

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud” on page 7. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 8. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 9.

them on.

CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S)

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You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules

on the system board. See the specications in your

Desktop Manual

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.

CHAPTER 4: MEMORY MODULE(S)

CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S)

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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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S)

Removing the Memory Module(s)

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).

Locate the memory-module connectors on the system board (see “System 3.

Board Components“ on page 14).

WARNING: e memory module(s) may become very hot during normal

operation. Allow the memory module(s) to cool before touching them.

NOTE: For better access to the memory module(s), remove the graphics

card if the card is full length.

To remove the graphics card, see “Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)” on 4.

page 32.

Spread apart the securing clips at both ends of the memory-module 5.

connector.

Lift the memory module o the memory-module connector. If the memory 6.

module is difcult to remove, gently ease the memory module back and

forth to remove it from the memory-module connector.

1

2

1 memory-module connector 2 securing clips (2)

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Aurora-R2

Type Slots

1066 MHz and I333 MHz DDR3 Slots 1 and 2 or slots 1 — 4

Replacing the Memory Module(s)

Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

Recommended memory conguration:

Aurora/Aurora ALX

Type Slots

1066 MHz and I333 MHz DDR3 Slots 1, 3, and 5 or slots 1 — 6

1600 MHz XMP Slots 1, 3, and 5

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Insert the memory module into the memory-module connector until the 3.

memory module snaps into position.

If you insert the memory module correctly, the securing clips snap into the

cutouts at each end of the memory module.

NOTE If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may

not boot.

To replace the graphics card, see “Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)” on 4.

page 33.

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 5. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 6.

them on.

As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically

updates the system conguration information.

To conrm the amount of memory installed in the computer:

Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Security→ System.

Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module with the tab on the 2.

memory-module connector.

2

3

4

6

5

1

1 cutouts 2 memory-module connector

3 tab 4 notch

5 securing clips (2) 6 memory module

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.

CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S)

CHAPTER 8: FANS

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CHAPTER 8: FANS

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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).

WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including

computer covers, bezels, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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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 the PCI Shroud” on page 3. 18).

Remove the drive-bay shroud (see “Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 4.

page 19).

Disconnect the hard-drive fan assembly cable from the connector on the 5.

master I/O board. Make note of the cable routing before disconnecting the

cable.

Lift the hard-drive fan assembly out of the chassis.6.

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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 to the connector on the master 4.

I/O board.

Replace the drive-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 5.

page 19).

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud” on page 6. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 7. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 8.

them on.

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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 Shroud” on page 3. 18).

Remove the drive-bay shroud (see “Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 4.

page 19).

Remove full-length PCI-Express cards, if any (see “Removing the PCI-Express 5.

Card(s)” on page 32).

Disconnect the PCI-fan assembly cable from the connector on the master 6.

I/O board.

Press the tabs and lift the PCI-fan assembly out of the chassis.7.

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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 4.

I/O board.

Replace full-length PCI-Express cards, if any (see “Replacing the PCI-Express 5.

Card(s)” on page 33).

Replace the drive-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 6.

page 19).

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud” on page 7. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 8. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 9.

them on.

CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY

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CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING

ASSEMBLY

CHAPTER 9: LIQUID COOLING ASSEMBLY

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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).

WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including

computer covers, bezels, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a

wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal

surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).

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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-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11).

WARNING: Despite having a plastic shield, the processor liquid-cooling

assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has

had sufcient time to cool before you touch it.

Disconnect the processor liquid-cooling assembly cable from the connectors 3.

(SYS FAN and CPU PUMP) on the top-lighting board.

Loosen the four captive screws that secure the processor liquid-cooling 4.

assembly to the system board.

Remove the four screws that secure the processor liquid-cooling assembly 5.

to the chassis rear wall.

Slide and lift the processor liquid-cooling assembly away from the chassis.6.

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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 that secure the processor liquid-cooling assembly 3.

to the chassis rear wall.

Tighten the four captive screws that secure the processor liquid-cooling 4.

assembly to the system board.

Connect the processor liquid-cooling assembly cables to the connectors 5.

(SYS FAN and CPU PUMP) on the top lighting-board.

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 6. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 7.

them on.

CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR

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CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR

CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR

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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).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a

wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal

surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).

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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 shield, the processor liquid-cooling

assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has

had sufcient time to cool before you touch it.

Remove the processor liquid-cooling assembly (see “Removing the 3.

Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly” on page 48).

Press and push the release lever down and out and release it from the tab 4.

that secures it.

CAUTION: When removing the processor, do not touch any of the pins

inside the socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket.

Open the processor cover and gently lift the processor to remove it from the 5.

socket.

Leave the release lever extended in the release position so that the socket is 6.

ready for the new processor.

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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 the pins in the socket.

CAUTION: Ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface on

the back of the computer.

Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

Unpack the new processor. Ensure that you do not to touch the underside of 2.

the processor.

CAUTION: You must position the processor correctly in the socket to

avoid permanent damage to the processor and the computer when you

turn on the computer.

Extend the release lever on the processor socket if it is not fully extended.3.

CAUTION: Socket pins are delicate. To avoid damage, ensure that the

processor is aligned properly with the socket, and do not use excessive

force when you replace the processor. Be careful not to touch or bend

the pins on the system board.

Align the pin-1 corners of the processor and socket. 4.

Set the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is 5.

positioned correctly.

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CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR

When the processor is fully seated in the socket, close the processor cover.6.

Ensure that the tab on the processor cover is positioned underneath the

center-cover latch on the socket.

Pivot the socket release lever back towards the socket, and snap it into place 7.

to secure the processor.

Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the processor liquid-cooling 8.

assembly.

CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal

grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a

requirement for optimal processor operation.

Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor. 9.

Replace the processor liquid-cooling assembly (see “Replacing the Processor 10.

Liquid-Cooling Assembly” on page 49).

CAUTION: Ensure that the processor liquid-cooling assembly is correctly

seated and secured.

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 11. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn 12.

them on.

CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY

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CHAPTER 10: POWER SUPPLY

CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY

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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).

WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including

computer covers, bezels, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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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-supply cover away from the chassis.4.

1

2

1 tab 2 power-supply cover

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CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY

Disconnect the DC wire harness and the AC power cable from the power 5.

supply.

Loosen the four captive screws that secure the power supply to the back of 6.

the chassis.

Slide the power supply through the back of the chassis.7.

1

2

1 power supply 2 captive screws (4)

Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to the bezel.8.

Remove the bezel from the power supply.9.

2

3

1

1 bezel 2 power supply

3 screws (4)

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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 screws that secure the power supply to the back of 4.

the chassis.

Connect the DC wire harness and the AC power cable to the power supply.5.

Align the tabs on the power-supply cover with the slots on the power supply.6.

Slide the power-supply cover towards the slots until it locks in place.7.

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 8. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn 9.

them on.

CHAPTER 12: BATTERY

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CHAPTER 14: COIN CELL BATTERY

CHAPTER 12: BATTERY

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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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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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 page 2. 6.

Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 3. 11).

Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 4. 18).

Remove any PCI-Express cards (see “Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)” on 5.

page 32).

Locate the battery socket (see “System Board Components” on page 6. 14).

CAUTION: If you pry the battery out of its socket with a blunt object,

be careful not to touch the system board with the object. Ensure that

the object is inserted between the battery and the socket before you

attempt to pry out the battery. Otherwise, you may damage the system

board by prying o the socket or by breaking circuit traces on the system

board.

Press the battery release lever to remove the battery.7.

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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 in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

Insert the new battery (CR2032) into the socket with the side labeled “+” 2.

facing up, and press the battery into place.

Replace the PCI-Express cards (see “Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)” on 3.

page 33).

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud“ on page 4. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 5. 11).

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CHAPTER 12: BATTERY

1

2

1 theater-lighting

battery-compartment door

2 drive-bay shroud

Removing the eater-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 (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 3. 18).

Remove the drive-bay shroud (see “Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 4.

page 19).

Turn the drive-bay shroud over.5.

Open the theater-lighting battery compartment door.6.

Remove the two batteries (AA rechargeable) from the theater-lighting 7.

battery compartment.

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CHAPTER 12: BATTERY

Replacing the eater-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-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 4.

page 19).

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud“ on page 5. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 6. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn 7.

them on.

CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD

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CHAPTER 11: SYSTEM BOARD

CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD

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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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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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-Panel“ on page 3. 11).

Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 4. 18).

Remove any PCI-Express cards (see “Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)” on 5.

page 32).

WARNING: Despite having a plastic shield, the processor liquid-cooling

assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has

had sufcient time to cool before you touch it.

Remove the processor liquid-cooling assembly (see “Removing the 6.

Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly” on page 48).

Remove the processor (see “Removing the Processor” on page 7. 52).

Remove the memory modules (see “Removing the Memory Module(s)” on 8.

page 37).

CAUTION: Carefully note the routing and location of each cable before

you disconnect it, so that you are sure to re-route the cables correctly.

An incorrectly routed or a disconnected cable could lead to computer

problems.

1

2

1 latch 2 screws (2)

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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.3.

Route and connect the cables that you disconnected from the system board. 4.

NOTE: For information on system board connectors, see “System Board

Components” on page 14.

Replace the memory modules (see “Replacing the Memory Module(s)” on 5.

page 38).

Replace the processor (see “Replacing the Processor” on page 6. 53).

Replace the processor liquid-cooling assembly (see “Replacing the Processor 7.

Liquid-Cooling Assembly” on page 49).

Replace the PCI-Express cards (see “Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)” on 8.

page 33).

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud“ on page 9. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 10. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn 11.

them on.

Disconnect all cables from the system board. 9.

Remove the two screws that secure the system board to the chassis.10.

Slide the system board towards the front of the chassis to disengage it from 11.

the latches that secure it to the chassis.

Lift the system board out of the chassis.12.

CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD

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CHAPTER 12: MASTER I/O BOARD

CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD

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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).

WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including

side panels, bezels, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a

wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal

surface (such as a connector on the back of the computer).

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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 shroud (see “Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 4.

page 19).

Remove the PCI-fan assembly (see “Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly” on 5.

page 44).

Disconnect all cables from the connectors on the master I/O board. Note 6.

the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can re-route them

correctly after installing the new master I/O board.

Remove the four screws that secure the master I/O board to the chassis.7.

Remove the master I/O board out of the chassis.8.

1

1 screws (4)

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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 from the connectors on the 4.

master I/O board.

NOTE: For information on master I/O board connectors, see “Master I/O

Board Components” on page 15.

Replace the PCI-fan assembly (see “Replacing the PCI-Fan Assembly” on 5.

page 45).

Replace the drive-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 6.

page 19).

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud“ on page 7. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 8. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn 9.

them on.

CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD

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CHAPTER 13: TOP LIGHTING BOARD

CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD

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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).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including

computer covers, bezels, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

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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 top lighting-board.3.

Remove the four screws that secure the top lighting-board to the chassis.4.

Pull the top lighting-board away from the chassis.5.

Replacing the Top Lighting-Board

Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

Replace the four screws that secure the top lighting-board to the chassis.2.

Connect the cables to the connectors on the top lighting-board.3.

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 4. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 5.

them on.

CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S)

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CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S)

CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE PANEL

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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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S)

1

1 screws (3)

Removing the Right Side-Panel(s)

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 shroud (see “Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 4.

page 19).

Remove the power-supply cover (see “Removing the Power Supply“ on 5.

page 57).

Remove the hard-drive fan assembly (see “Removing the Hard-Drive Fan 6.

Assembly” on page 42).

Remove the three screws that secure the right side-panel(s) to the chassis.7.

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Place the chassis in an upright position.8.

Slide and pull the right top-panel away from the chassis.9.

1

1 right top-panel

Disconnect the lighting-board cable from the connector on the master I/O 10.

board.

Remove the two screws that secure the lighting board to the chassis.11.

Lift the lighting board up and away from the chassis. 12.

1

2

1 lighting board 2 screws (2)

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Replacing the Right Side-Panel(s)

Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

Align the right bottom-panel to the bottom of the computer and slide it into 2.

position.

Slide the lighting board into position and replace the two screws that secure 3.

the lighting board to the chassis.

Connect the lighting-board cable to the connector on the master I/O board. 4.

Slide the right top-panel into position.5.

Place the chassis on its side.6.

Replace the three screws that secure the right side-panel(s) to the chassis.7.

Replace the power-supply cover (see “Replacing the Power Supply“ on 8.

page 59).

Replace the hard-drive fan assembly (see “Replacing the Hard-Drive Fan 9.

Assembly” on page 43).

Replace the drive-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 10.

page 19).

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud“ on page 11. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 12. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 13.

them on.

Slide and pull the right bottom-panel away from the chassis.13.

1

1 right bottom-panel

CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY

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CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY

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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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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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. 11).

Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 3. 18).

Remove the drive-bay shroud (see “Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 4.

page 19).

Remove the screw that secures the right top-panel to the chassis.5.

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Place the chassis in an upright position.8.

Remove the right top-panel.9.

1

1 right top-panel

Remove the top lighting-board (see “Removing the Top Lighting-Board” on 6.

page 76).

Remove the ten screws that secure the active-venting assembly to the 7.

chassis.

1

1 screws (10)

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Remove the two screws that secure the top panel to the chassis.10.

Lift the top panel away from the chassis.11.

Remove the three screws that secure the active-venting assembly to the 12.

chassis.

Disconnect the cables that connect the active-venting assembly to the 13.

connectors on the master I/O board.

Lift the active-venting assembly away from the chassis.14.

2

3

4

1

1 screws (3) 2 active-venting assembly

3 top panel 4 top-panel screws (2)

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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 (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 13. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 14.

them on.

Replacing the Active-Venting Assembly

Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

Place the active-venting assembly on the top of the chassis.2.

Connect the active-venting assembly cables to the connectors on the 3.

master I/O board.

Replace the three screws that secure the active-venting assembly to the 4.

chassis.

Align the top panel with the slots in the chassis and replace the two screws 5.

that secure the top panel to the chassis.

Replace the right top-panel.6.

Lay the chassis on its side.7.

Replace the ten screws that secure the active-venting assembly to the top 8.

of the chassis.

Replace the top lighting-board (see “Replacing the Top Lighting-Board” on 9.

page 76).

CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL

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CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL

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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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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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-bay shroud (see “Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 4.

page 19).

Remove the right side-panel(s) (see “Removing the Right Side-Panel(s)” on 5.

page 79).

Remove the seven screws that secure the front bezel to the chassis.6.

Disconnect the front bezel cables from the connectors on the master I/O 7.

board. Note the cable routing before disconnecting the cables.

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2

1

1 front bezel 2 screws (3)

Place the chassis in an upright position.8.

Remove the three screws on the right side that secure the front bezel to the 9.

chassis.

Pull the front bezel away from the chassis.10.

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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.

Connect the front-bezel cables to the connectors on the master I/O board. 5.

Replace the seven screws that secure the front bezel to the chassis.6.

Replace the right side-panel(s) (see “Replacing the Right Side-Panel(s)” on 7.

page 81).

Replace the drive-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 8.

page 19).

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud“ on page 9. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 10. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 11.

them on.

CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL

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CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL

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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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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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 page 3. 57).

WARNING: Despite having a plastic shield, the processor liquid-cooling

assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has

had sufcient time to cool before you touch it.

Remove the processor liquid-cooling assembly (see “Removing the 4.

Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly“ on page 48).

Remove the two screws that secure the security lock panel to the chassis. 5.

Pull the security lock panel away from the chassis.6.

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3

12

1 screws (2) 2 back bezel

3 tabs

Remove the two screws that secure the back bezel to the chassis.7.

Release the tabs that secure the back bezel to the chassis.8.

Pull the back bezel away from the chassis.9.

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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 the two screws that secure the security lock panel to the chassis.5.

Replace the processor liquid-cooling assembly (see “Replacing the Processor 6.

Liquid-Cooling Assembly“ on page 49).

Replace the power supply (see “Replacing the Power Supply“ on page 7. 59).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 8. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn 9.

them on.

CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY

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CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL

CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY

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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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY

2

1

1 Bluetooth assembly 2 thumbscrew

Removing the Bluetooth Assembly

NOTE: e 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 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 shroud (see “Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 4.

page 19).

Disconnect the Bluetooth assembly cable from the connector on the master 5.

I/O board.

Loosen the thumbscrew that secures the Bluetooth assembly to the 6.

chassis.

Slide and pull the Bluetooth assembly away from the front of the chassis.7.

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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 Bluetooth assembly cable to the connector on the master I/O 4.

board.

Replace the drive-bay shroud (see “Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 5.

page 19).

Close the PCI shroud (see “Closing the PCI Shroud“ on page 6. 18).

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel” on page 7. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 8.

them on.

CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL

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CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL

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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, ller brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certied service technician should perform repairs on

your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™

is not covered by your warranty.

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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 “Opening the PCI Shroud“ on page 3. 18).

Remove the drive-bay shroud (see “Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud” on 4.

page 19).

Remove the PCI-fan assembly (see “Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly” on 5.

page 44).

Remove any PCI-Express cards (see “Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)” on 6.

page 32).

Remove the active-venting assembly (see “ Removing the Active-Venting 7.

Assembly” on page 84).

Remove the right side-panel(s) (see “Removing the Right Side-Panel(s)” on 8.

page 79).

Remove the front bezel (see “Removing the Front Bezel” on page 9. 90).

Pull the panel insert away from the chassis.10.

Remove the four screws that secure the top I/O panel to the chassis.11.

Disconnect the top I/O panel cables from the connectors on the system 12.

board and master I/O board.

Remove the top I/O panel.13.

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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-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel” on page 13. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 14.

them on.

Replacing the Top I/O Panel

Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

Align and replace the top I/O panel.2.

Connect the top I/O panel cables to the connectors on the system board and 3.

master I/O board.

Replace the four screws that secure the top I/O panel to the chassis.4.

Push the panel insert into position.5.

Replace the front bezel (see “Replacing the Front Bezel” on page 6. 92).

Replace the active-venting assembly (see “Replacing the Active-Venting 7.

Assembly” on page 87).

Replace the right side-panel(s) (see “Replacing the Right Side-Panel(s)” on 8.

page 81).

Replace the PCI-Express cards (see “Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)” on 9.

page 33).

CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP

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CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP

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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 System Setup screen appears.

While the computer is booting, press <F2> immediately before the operating 2.

system logo appears to access the BIOS Setup Utility.

NOTE: If an error occurs during POST (Power On Self Test), press <F2>

when the prompt appears to enter the BIOS Setup Utility.

NOTE: If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue

to wait until you see the Microsoft® Windows® desktop, then shut down

your desktop and try again.

System Setup Screens

e BIOS Setup Utility displays current or changeable conguration information

for your desktop.

Key functions appear at the bottom of the BIOS Setup Utility screen and lists

keys and their functions within the active eld.

Conguring the BIOS

System Setup

e System Setup options allow you to:

Change the system conguration information after you add, change, or •

remove any hardware in your computer.

Set or change a user-selectable option.•

View the amount of memory installed.•

Set the type of hard drive installed.•

Before you change the System Setup settings, it is recommended that you write

down the current System Setup information for future reference.

CAUTION: Do not change the settings in System Setup unless you are

an expert computer user. Certain changes can cause your computer to

work incorrectly.

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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 cache size.

Standard CMOS Features

System Time (hh:mm:ss) Displays the current time.

System Date (mm:dd:yy) Displays current date.

SATA 1 Displays the SATA 1 drive integrated in the

computer.

SATA 2 Displays the SATA 2 drive integrated in the

computer

SATA 3 Displays the SATA 3 drive integrated in the

computer.

SATA 4 Displays the SATA 4 drive integrated in the

computer.

System Setup Options

NOTE: e items listed in this section may or may not appear exactly as

listed depending on your computer model and installed devices.

System Information

Product Name Displays the product name.

BIOS Version Displays the BIOS version number and date

information.

Service Tag Displays the service tag of the computer.

Asset Tag Displays the asset tag of the computer.

Memory Installed Displays the amount of memory installed on

the computer.

Memory Available Displays the amount of memory available on

the computer.

Memory Technology Displays the type of memory technology

used.

Memory Speed Displays the memory speed.

CPU ID/u Code ID Displays the processor type.

CPU Speed Displays the processor speed.

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CPU Conguration

XD Bit Capability Enable XD Bit Capability to allow the processor

to distinguish between the bits of code that

can be executed and the ones that cannot be

executed.

Intel® Speedstep™ tech If enabled, the processor clock speed and core

voltage are adjusted dynamically based on

the processor load.

Intel® C State Tech If enabled, C State: Processor idle is set to

C2/C3/C4.

Intel® HT Technology

(available on Aurora-R2 only) If disabled only one thread per enabled core is

active.

Standard CMOS Features

SATA 5 Displays the SATA 5 drive integrated in the

computer

SATA 6 Displays the SATA 6 drive integrated in the

computer.

Wait for ‘F1’ If

Errors If enabled, the system will HALT during boot

to display system errors.

Advanced BIOS Features

NumLock Status Select power-on state for num-lock.

ACPI APIC support Include ACPI APIC table pointer to RSDT

pointer list.

OptionROM Display

Screen Allows you to enable or disable the RAID

Option ROM screen during POST.

Boot Conguration Features

1st Boot Device Displays the rst boot device.

2nd Boot Device Displays the second boot device.

Hard Disk Drives Sets the hard drive boot priority. e items

displayed are dynamically updated according

to the hard drives detected.

CD/DVD Drives Sets the CD/DVD drive boot priority.

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Integrated Devices

Congure SATA#1-6 as

(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX

only)

Allows you to congure the integrated

hard drive controller to AHCI or RAID.

SATA Mode

(available on Aurora-R2 only) Allows you to congure the integrated

hard drive controller to AHCI or RAID.

AHCI CD/DVD Boot Time out Allows you to set the wait time for

SATA or CD/DVD in AHCI mode.

Power Management Setup

Suspend Mode Sets the energy-saving mode of the

ACPI function.

AC Recovery Sets what action the computer takes

when power is restored.

Remote Wakeup

(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX

only)

Sets the system to wake up from an

onboard LAN, PCIE-X1 LAN card, or a

PCI LAN card.

Auto Power On Allows the computer to start up at a

certain time.

Integrated Devices

USB Functions Allows you to enable or disable the

integrated USB controller.

HD Audio Controller Allows you to enable or disable the

integrated audio controller.

Onboard IEEE1394 Controller Allows you to enable or disable the

onboard IEEE 1394 controller.

LAN1 BCM5784 Device

(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX

only)

Allows you to enable or disable the

onboard LAN controller.

Onboard LAN Controller

(available on Aurora-R2 only) Allows you to enable or disable the

onboard LAN controller.

LAN1 Option ROM

(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX

only)

Allows you to enable and disable the

network controller’s boot option.

Onboard LAN Boot ROM

(available on Aurora-R2 only) Allows you to enable and disable the

network controller’s boot option.

SiL3132 E-Sata Device

(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX

only)

Allows you to enable and disable the

e-SATA controller.

JMicron-362 E-SATA Device

(available on Aurora-R2 only) Allows you to enable and disable the

e-SATA controller.

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Frequency/Voltage Control

Overvoltage Conguration Allows you to access the overvoltage

conguration submenu

Load Level1 OC Setting Allows you to restore the Level 1

overclocking settings that were

shipped from the factory (only

displayed with an XE processor).

Advance DRAM Conguration Submenu

Memory-Z Opens submenu to display the SPD

conguration for each memory

module.

Advanced Memory Settings Allows you to toggle to Manual mode

and set all of the timing parameters.

tCL Displays the Column Address Strobe

Latency (editable in Manual Mode).

tRCD Displays timing of RAS to CAS delay

(editable in Manual Mode).

tRP Displays timing of RAS Precharge

(editable in Manual Mode).

tRAS Displays timing of Row Address Strobe

(editable in Manual Mode).

Frequency/Voltage Control

CPU Speed Displays the current processor speed.

Memory Speed Displays the current memory speed.

Current QPI Speed

(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX

only)

Displays current QPI speed.

Current DMI Speed

(available on Aurora-R2 only) Displays current DMI speed.

QPI Frequency

(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX

only)

Allows you to change the QPI

frequency.

DMI Frequency

(available on Aurora-R2 only) Allows you to change the DMI

frequency.

Memory Ratio Allows you to change the memory

ratio.

Core (Non-Turbo) Ratio Displays the ratio between the

processor core clock and the FSB

frequency.

Advance DRAM Conguration Allows you to access the advance

DRAM conguration submenu

Overclock Conguration Allows you to access the overclock

conguration submenu

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Overclock Conguration Submenu

Adjust CPU BClk (MHz) Allows you to adjust BClk of processor.

Spread Spectrum Enable/disable spread spectrum

modulation.

Adjust PCI Frequency (MHz)

(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX

only)

Allows you to adjust PCI frequency.

Adjust PCI-E Frequency (MHz) Allows you to adjust PCI-E frequency.

Intel® TurboMode tech If enabled, allows processor to run at

faster frequencies than marked.

[1-4] Core CPU Turbo Ratio

Limit

(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX

only)

Limit ratio for cores 1-4

(XE processors only).

Turbo Mode TDC Limit

Override Allows you to program the current

thresholds for the processor while in

turbo mode.

Turbo Mode TDP Limit

Override Allows you to program the power

thresholds for the processor while in

turbo mode.

Advance DRAM Conguration Submenu

tRFC Displays timing of Refresh to Archive/

Refresh cycle time (editable in Manual

Mode).

tWR Displays timing of Write Recover

(editable in Manual Mode).

tWTR Displays Write to Read delay (editable

in Manual Mode).

tRRD Displays RAS to RAS Delay (editable in

Manual Mode).

tRTP Displays Read to Precharge command

delay (editable in Manual Mode).

1T/2T Timing Displays the Command Rate (editable

in Manual Mode).

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BIOS Security Features

Change Supervisor Password Allows you to change the supervisor

password.

Change User Password Allows you to change the user

password. You cannot use the user

password to enter the BIOS setup,

during POST.

Exit

Exit Options Provides options to Save Changes

and Exit, Discard Changes and Exit,

Load Optimal Defaults, and Discard

Changes.

Overvoltage Conguration Submenu

CPU Temperature Sensor Displays the processor temperature in

Celsius and Fahrenheit.

VCore Displays processor core voltage.

Dynamic CPU VCore Offset Processor core voltage oset.

DDR3 Memory Voltage Adjust the DDR3 memory voltage.

IOH Voltage Adjust the IOH voltage.

QPI and Uncore Voltage

(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX

only)

Adjust QPI and uncore voltage.

DMI and Uncore Voltage

(available on Aurora-R2 only) Adjust DMI and uncore voltage.

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CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP

Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings

Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.

WARNING: e 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 2. 11).

Reset the current password and CMOS settings: 3.

Locate the 3-pin CMOS or password-reset jumper on the system board a.

(see “System Board Components” on page 14).

Remove the jumper plug from the CMOS or password-reset jumper b.

pins 2 and 3.

Place the jumper plug on the CMOS or password-reset jumper c.

pins 1 and 2 and wait for approximately ve seconds.

Remove the jumper plug and replace it on the CMOS or password reset d.

jumper pins 2 and 3.

CMOS:

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PASSWORD:

Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel” on page 4. 11).

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn 5.

them on.

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A list of results appear on the screen. Click 4. BIOS.

Click 5. Download Now to download the latest BIOS le.

e File Download window appears.

Click 6. Save to save the le on your desktop. e le downloads to your

desktop.

Click 7. Close if the Download Complete window appears.

e le icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the

downloaded BIOS update le.

Double-click the le icon on the desktop and follow the procedures that 8.

appear on the screen.

Flashing the BIOS

e BIOS may require ashing when an update is available or when replacing the

system board. To ash the BIOS:

Turn on the computer.1.

Go to 2. support.dell.com/support/downloads.

Locate the BIOS update le for your computer:3.

- If you have your computer’s Service Tag:

Click a. Enter a Service Tag.

Enter your computer’s Service Tag in the b. Enter a service tag: eld, click

Go, and proceed to step 6.

- If you do not have your computer’s Service Tag:

Click a. Select Your Product Model in the Select Your Entry Method list.

Select the type of product in the b. Select Your Product Family list.

Select the product brand in the c. Select Your Product Line list.

Select the product model number in the d. Select Your Product Model list.

NOTE: If you have selected a dierent model and want to start over again,

click Start Over on the top right of the menu.

Click e. Conrm.

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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/Pacic countries only)

www.dell.com/jp• (Japan only)

www.euro.dell.com• (Europe only)

www.dell.com/la• (Latin American and Caribbean countries)

www.dell.ca• (Canada only)

You can access Alienware Support through the following websites:

support.dell.com•

support.jp.dell.com• (Japan only)

support.euro.dell.com• (Europe only)

support.la.dell.com• (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico)

APPENDIX A: CONTACTING ALIENWARE

NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can nd

contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell

product catalog.

Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options.

Because availability varies by country and product, some services may not be

available in your area.

To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:

Visit 1. www.dell.com/contactdell.

Select your country or region.2.

Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.3.

Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you.4.

NOTE: For telephone support in the United States, call 1-800-Alienware.