Removing and installing components. Alienware Aurora R13

About this task

The following image indicates the location of the cable cover and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

NOTE: The cable cover is an optional accessory.

Steps

Pull the cable cover from the top to lift the cable cover from the chassis.

Installing the cable cover

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following image indicates the location of the cable cover and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

NOTE: The cable cover is an optional accessory.

Steps

1. Align the cable cover with the slots at the rear of the chassis.

2. Slide the cable cover back into its place on the rear of the chassis.

Next steps

1. Follow the procedure in

Left-side cover

Removing the left-side cover

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the left-side cover and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

NOTE: The clear left-side cover is shipped with some computers.

Steps

1. Loosen the captive screw (#6-32) that secures the side-cover release latch to the chassis.

2. Pull the side-cover release latch to release the left-side cover away from the chassis.

3. Lift the left-side panel from the chassis.

Installing the left-side cover

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the left-side cover and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

NOTE: The clear left-side cover is shipped with some computers.

Steps

1. Locate the tabs on the left-side cover and slots on the chassis.

2. Rotate the left-side cover towards the chassis until it snaps into place.

3. Tighten the captive screw (#6-32) that secures the side-cover release latch to the chassis.

Next steps

1. Follow the procedure in

Top cover

Removing the top cover

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the top cover and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Press your thumbs down at the rear of the top cover, and use your fingers to pull the two rear latches out to loosen the top cover at its rear.

NOTE: The top cover is secured tight to the chassis by four latches.

2. Press your thumbs down at the front of the top cover, and use your fingers to pull the two front latches out to loosen the top cover at its front.

3. Press your thumbs down at the middle of the top cover to release the remaining two latches and lift the top cover.

Installing the top cover

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the top cover and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

Align the tabs on the top cover with the slots on the chassis and snap the top cover into place.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

Right-side cover

Removing the right-side cover

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

3. Remove the

1. Install the top cover .

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the right-side cover and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Knock the top rear tab of the right-side cover until the top of right-side cover is detached from the chassis.

2. Knock the bottom rear tab of the right-side cover until the bottom of the right-side cover is detached from the chassis.

3. Remove the right-side cover from the chassis.

Installing the right-side cover

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

Steps

1. Align the tabs on the right-side cover with the slots on the chassis.

2. Push the right-side cover towards the chassis until it snaps into place.

Next steps

2. Install the left-side cover .

3. Follow the procedure in

Front bezel

Removing the front bezel

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

3. Remove the

1. Install the right-side cover .

4. Remove the

right-side cover .

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the front bezel and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Place the computer in an upright position.

2. Disconnect the front I/O-panel cable from the system board.

3. Pull the tabs of the front bezel from the slots on the front panel.

NOTE: Start with tab on top, proceed to the tabs on the left of the front bezel, and then to the tabs on the right of the front bezel.

4. Pull the front bezel, together with the front I/O-panel cable, away from the chassis slowly.

Installing the front bezel

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the front bezel and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Align the front bezel with the front panel.

2. Route the front I/O-panel cable through the slot on the front panel.

3. Push the front bezel towards the front panel and ensure the tabs clip onto the slots of the front panel.

NOTE: Start with tab on top, proceed to the tabs on the left of the front bezel, and then to the tabs on the right of the front bezel.

4. Connect the front I/O-panel cable to the system board.

Next steps

2. Install the top cover .

3. Install the left-side cover .

4. Follow the procedure in

Side light

Removing the Side light

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

1. Install the front bezel .

2. Remove the

3. Remove the

4. Remove the

5. Remove the

About this task

NOTE: Side light is available only on computers that are shipped with clear left-side covers.

The following images indicate the location of the Side light and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on its right side.

2. Disconnect the Side-light cable from the system board.

3. Remove the two screws (M3x5) that secure the Side light to the chassis.

4. Lift the left side of the Side light bar slightly from the screw hole at the rear of the chassis.

5. Lift the right side of the Side light bar slowly from the screw hole at the front of the chassis.

6. Lift the entire Side light bar from the chassis.

Installing the Side light

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

NOTE: Side light is available only on computers that are shipped with clear left-side covers.

The following images indicate the location of the Side light and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on its right side.

2. Align the left screw hole of the Side light with the screw on the rear of the chassis.

3. Lift the right side of the Side light slowly until the right screw of the Side light is aligned with the screw hole on the front of the chassis.

4. Replace the two screws (M3x5) that secure the Side light to the chassis.

5. Connect the side-light cable to the system board.

Next steps

2. Install the right-side cover .

3. Install the top cover .

4. Install the left-side cover .

5. Follow the procedure in

2.5-inch hard drive

Removing the 2.5-inch hard drive

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 2.5-inch hard drive and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Disconnect the hard-drive data and hard-drive power cables from the hard drive.

2. Press the release tabs on the hard-drive carrier and slide the hard-drive assembly out of the hard-drive cage.

3. Pry the hard-drive carrier to release the tabs on the assembly from the slots on the hard drive.

4. Lift the hard drive out of the hard-drive assembly.

NOTE: Note the orientation of the hard drive so that you can replace it correctly.

NOTE: Repeat the steps to remove any additional 2.5-inch hard drive from your computer.

Installing the 2.5-inch hard drive

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 2.5-inch hard drive and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

NOTE: Note the orientation on the hard-drive carrier to replace it correctly.

Steps

1. Align the hard drive with the pins on the hard-drive carrier.

2. Using the tabs on the opposite side, flex open the carrier to insert the pins on the other side.

3. Slide the hard-drive assembly into the hard-drive cage until it snaps into place.

4. Connect the hard-drive data cable and hard-drive power cable to the hard drive.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

a. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying storage device in device manager

3. Verify if the storage device is installed correctly (optional):

b. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying your storage device in system setup (BIOS)

NOTE: To install the operating system on to your storage device, see Reinstall Windows to the Dell factory image using

recovery media in the knowledge base article 000176966 .

Identifying the storage device in Device Manager

Steps

1. On the taskbar, click the search box, and then type Device Manager .

2. Click Device Manager.

The Device Manager window is displayed.

3. Expand Disk drives.

Identifying the storage device in system setup (BIOS)

Steps

1. Turn on or restart your computer.

2. Press F2 when the Dell logo is displayed on the screen to enter the BIOS setup program.

A list of hard drives are displayed under the System Information in the General group.

3.5-inch hard drive

Removing the 3.5-inch hard drive

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 3.5-inch hard drive and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lift the side light bar to reach the hard-drive data and hard-drive power cables of the hard drive.

2. Slide your finger under the hard-drive power cable as close as possible to the power cable plug, and pull the hard-drive power cable to disconnect the cable.

3. Slide your finger under the hard-drive data cable as close as possible to the data cable plug, and pull the hard-drive data cable to disconnect the cable.

4. Push the side light bar down.

5. Press the release tabs on the hard-drive carrier and slide the hard-drive carrier out of the hard-drive cage.

6. Pry the hard-drive carrier to release the tabs on the carrier from the slots on the hard drive.

7. Lift the hard drive out of the hard-drive carrier.

NOTE: Note the orientation of the hard drive so that you can replace it correctly.

Installing the 3.5-inch hard drive

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the 3.5-inch hard drive and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

NOTE: Note the orientation on the hard-drive carrier to replace it correctly.

Steps

1. Align the hard drive with the pins on the hard-drive carrier.

2. Using the tabs on the opposite side, flex open the carrier to insert the pins on the other side.

3. Slide the hard-drive assembly into the hard-drive cage until it snaps into place.

4. Lift the side light bar.

5. Connect the hard-drive data cable and hard-drive power cable to the hard drive.

6. Push the side light bar down.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

a. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying storage device in device manager

3. Verify if the storage device is installed correctly (optional):

b. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying your storage device in system setup (BIOS)

NOTE: To install the operating system on to your storage device, see Reinstall Windows to the Dell factory image using

recovery media in the knowledge base article 000176966 .

Power-supply unit

Removing the power-supply unit

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

3. Remove the

1. Install the right-side cover .

4. Remove the

right-side cover .

NOTE: Note the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can route them correctly after you replace the powersupply unit.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the power-supply unit and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Disconnect the power-supply unit cables from the power-supply unit extension cables on the right side of the computer.

2. Slide the power-supply unit cables out from the routing guide.

3. Lay the computer on the right side.

4. Release the power-supply unit cables from the plastic cable clip.

5. Disconnect the power-supply cables from the system board.

6. Press the release clips on the power-supply connectors before disconnecting the power-supply cables from the system board.

7. Disconnect the graphics-card power cables from the power-supply unit.

8. Press the release clips on the graphics-card power connectors before disconnecting the graphics-card power cables from the power-supply unit.

9. Slide the release latch to the unlock position and lift the graphics-card bracket away from the graphics card.

10. Remove the two screws (#6-32x1/4") that secure the power-supply unit bracket to the power-supply unit.

11. Slide and lift the power-supply unit bracket from the power-supply unit.

12. Remove the four screws (#6-32x1/4") that secure the power-supply unit to the chassis.

13. Slide and lift the power-supply unit, along with the cables, off the chassis.

Installing the power-supply unit

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

WARNING: The cables and ports on the back of the power-supply unit are color-coded to indicate the different power wattage. Ensure that you plug in the cable to the correct port. Failure to do so may result in damaging the power-supply unit and/or system components.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the power-supply unit and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on the right side.

2. Place the power-supply unit on the chassis.

3. Align the screw holes on the power-supply unit with the screw holes on the chassis.

4. Replace the four screws (#6-32x1/4") that secure the power-supply unit to the chassis.

5. Place the power-supply unit bracket on the power-supply unit.

6. Replace the two screws (#6-32x1/4") that secure the power-supply unit bracket to the power-supply unit.

7. Replace the graphics-card bracket and slide the release latch to the lock position.

8. Place the power-supply unit cables back into the plastic cable clip.

9. Connect the power-supply cables to the system board.

10. Connect the graphics-card power cables to the power-supply unit.

11. Place the computer in an upright position.

12. Place the power-supply unit cables back to the routing guide on the right side of the computer.

13. Connect the power-supply unit cables to the power-supply unit extension cables on the right side of the computer.

Next steps

2. Install the top cover .

3. Install the left-side cover .

4. Follow the procedure in

Coin-cell battery

Removing the coin-cell battery

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is shipped with your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance .

CAUTION: Removing the coin-cell battery resets the BIOS setup program’s settings to default. It is recommended that you note the BIOS setup program’s settings before removing the coin-cell battery.

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the coin-cell battery and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on the right side.

2. Press the battery-release lever away from the coin-cell battery until the coin-cell battery pops up.

3. Lift the coin-cell battery out of its socket.

Installing the coin-cell battery

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the coin-cell battery and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

Insert the new coin-cell battery (CR2032) into the battery socket with the positive side facing up, and snap the battery into place.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

Memory modules

Removing the memory modules

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the memory modules and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on the right side.

2. Push the securing clips away from the memory module.

3. Lift the memory module off the memory-module slot.

NOTE: Repeat step 2 to step 3 to remove any other memory modules installed in your computer.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges. Do not touch the components on the memory module.

Installing the memory modules

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the memory modules and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Ensure that the securing clips are extended away from the memory-module slot.

2. Align the notch on the memory module with the tab on the memory-module slot.

3. Insert the memory module into the memory-module slot and press the memory module down until it snaps into position and the securing clips lock in place.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the memory module, hold the memory module by the edges. Do not touch the components on the memory module.

NOTE: Repeat step 1 to step 3 to replace any other memory modules installed in your computer.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

Graphics card

Removing the single-graphics card

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the single-graphics card and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on the right side.

2. Lift the pull tab and open the expansion-card door.

3. Press the releasing clip on the graphics-card power connectors and disconnect the graphics-card power cables from the graphics card.

4. Slide the release latch to its unlock position and lift the graphics-card end holder away from the PCIe fan.

5. Slide the release latch to its unlock position and lift the graphics-card bracket away from the graphics card.

6. Push the securing tab on the PCIe x16 slot down, grasp the graphics card by its top edge, and ease it out of the slot.

Installing the single-graphics card

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the single-graphics card and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Place the card into the PCIe x16 slot and press down firmly until the single-graphics card snaps into place.

2. Connect the graphics-card power cables to the graphics card.

3. Replace the graphics-card bracket onto the graphics-card bracket holder and slide the latch into its lock position.

4. Replace the graphics-card end holder over the PCIe fan and slide the latch into its lock position.

5. Close the expansion-card door and snap the latch back into position.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

Solid-state drive

Removing the 2230 solid-state drive in SSD slot one

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

Installing the 2280 solid-state drive in SSD slot one

About this task

NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2230 solid-state drive installed in SSD slot one.

The following images indicate the location of the 2230 solid-state drive that is installed in SSD slot one and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2230 solid-state drive to the system board.

2. Slide and lift the 2230 solid-state drive off SSD slot one on the system board.

Installing the 2230 solid-state drive in SSD slot one

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.

About this task

NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2230 solid-state drive installed in SSD slot one.

NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support either a 2230 solid-state drive or a 2280 solid-state drive in SSD slot one.

If you want to replace your 2230 solid-state drive with a 2280 solid-state drive, see

The following images indicate the location of the 2230 solid-state drive that is installed in SSD slot one and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Align the notch on the 2230 solid-state drive with the tab on the SSD slot one on the system board.

2. Insert the 2230 solid-state drive at a 45-degree angle into the system board.

3. Press the other end of the 2230 solid-state drive down and replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2230 solid-state drive to the system board.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

a. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying storage device in device manager

3. Verify if the storage device is installed correctly (optional):

b. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying your storage device in system setup (BIOS)

NOTE: To install the operating system on to your storage device, see Reinstall Windows to the Dell factory image using

recovery media in the knowledge base article 000176966 .

Removing the 2280 solid-state drive in SSD slot one

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

Installing the 2230 solid-state drive in SSD slot one

About this task

NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2280 solid-state drive installed in SSD slot one.

The following images indicate the location of the 2280 solid-state drive that is installed in SSD slot one and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2280 solid-state drive to the system board.

2. Slide and lift the 2280 solid-state drive off SSD slot one on the system board.

Installing the 2280 solid-state drive in SSD slot one

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.

About this task

NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2280 solid-state drive installed in SSD slot one.

NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support either a 2280 solid-state drive or a 2230 solid-state drive in SSD slot one.

If you want to replace your 2280 solid-state drive with a 2230 solid-state drive, see

The following images indicate the location of the 2280 solid-state drive that is installed in SSD slot one and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Align the notch on the 2280 solid-state drive with the tab on the SSD slot one on the system board.

2. Insert the 2280 solid-state drive at a 45-degree angle into the system board.

3. Press the other end of the 2280 solid-state drive down and replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2280 solid-state drive to the system board.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

a. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying storage device in device manager

3. Verify if the storage device is installed correctly (optional):

b. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying your storage device in system setup (BIOS)

NOTE: To install the operating system on to your storage device, see Reinstall Windows to the Dell factory image using

recovery media in the knowledge base article 000176966 .

Removing the 2230 solid-state drive in SSD slot two

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

Installing the 2280 solid-state drive in SSD slot two

About this task

NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2230 solid-state drive installed in SSD slot two.

The following images indicate the location of the 2230 solid-state drive that is installed in SSD slot two and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2230 solid-state drive to the system board.

2. Slide and lift the 2230 solid-state drive off SSD slot two on the system board.

Installing the 2230 solid-state drive in SSD slot two

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.

About this task

NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2230 solid-state drive installed in SSD slot two.

NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support either 2230 solid-state drive or 2280 solid-state drive in SSD slot two.

If you want to replace your 2230 solid-state drive with a 2280 solid-state drive, see

The following images indicate the location of the 2230 solid-state drive that is installed in SSD slot two and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Align the notch on the 2230 solid-state drive with the tab on the SSD slot two on the system board.

2. Insert the 2230 solid-state drive at a 45-degree angle into the system board.

3. Press the other end of the 2230 solid-state drive down and replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2230 solid-state drive to the system board.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

a. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying storage device in device manager

3. Verify if the storage device is installed correctly (optional):

b. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying your storage device in system setup (BIOS)

Removing the 2280 solid-state drive in SSD slot two

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

Installing the 2230 solid-state drive in SSD slot two

About this task

NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2280 solid-state drive installed in SSD slot two.

The following images indicate the location of the 2280 solid-state drive that is installed in SSD slot two and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2280 solid-state drive to the system board.

2. Slide and lift the 2280 solid-state drive off SSD slot two on the system board.

Installing the 2280 solid-state drive in SSD slot two

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

CAUTION: Solid-state drives are fragile. Exercise care when handling the solid-state drive.

About this task

NOTE: This procedure applies only to computers shipped with a 2280 solid-state drive installed in SSD slot two.

NOTE: Depending on the configuration ordered, your computer may support either 2230 solid-state drive or 2280 solid-state drive in SSD slot two.

If you want to replace your 2280 solid-state drive with a 2230 solid-state drive, see

The following images indicate the location of the 2280 solid-state drive that is installed in SSD slot two and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Align the notch on the 2280 solid-state drive with the tab on the SSD slot two on the system board.

2. Insert the 2280 solid-state drive at a 45-degree angle into the system board.

3. Press the other end of the 2280 solid-state drive down and replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the 2280 solid-state drive to the system board.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

a. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying storage device in device manager

3. Verify if the storage device is installed correctly (optional):

b. If you are replacing a storage device which does not have the operating system installed, follow the steps in Identifying your storage device in system setup (BIOS)

Top bezel

Removing the top bezel

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

3. Remove the

1. Install the right-side cover .

4. Remove the

right-side cover .

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the top bezel and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Place the computer in an upright position.

2. Remove the two screws (#6-32x1/4") that secure the top bezel to the chassis.

3. Remove the four screws (M3x7) that secure the top bezel to the chassis.

4. Lift the top bezel off the chassis.

Installing the top bezel

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the top bezel and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Place the computer in an upright position.

2. Align the top bezel screw holes with screw holes on the chassis.

3. Place the top bezel on the chassis.

4. Replace the four screws (M3x7) that secure the top bezel to the chassis.

5. Replace the two screws (#6-32x1/4") that secure the top bezel to the chassis.

Next steps

2. Install the top cover .

3. Install the left-side cover .

4. Follow the procedure in

Processor fan and heat-sink assembly

Removing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you touch it.

CAUTION: For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the heat sink. The oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on the right side.

2. Disconnect the processor-fan cable from the system board.

3. In reverse sequential order, loosen the four captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat-sink assembly to the system board.

4. Lift the processor fan and heat-sink assembly off the system board.

Installing the processor fan and heat-sink assembly

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

CAUTION: If either the processor or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease that is provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the processor fan and heat-sink assembly and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Place the processor fan and heat-sink assembly on the processor.

2. Align the captive screws on the processor fan heat-sink assembly with the screw holes on the system board.

3. In sequential order, tighten the four captive screws that secure the processor fan and heat-sink assembly to the system board.

4. Connect the processor-fan cable to the system board.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

Processor liquid-cooling assembly

Removing the processor liquid-cooling assembly

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

WARNING: Despite having a plastic shield, the processor liquid-cooling assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

CAUTION: For maximum cooling of the processor, do not touch the heat transfer areas on the heat sink. The oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the processor liquid-cooling assembly and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on the right side.

2. Remove the screw (M3x5) that secures the radiator and fan assembly to the chassis.

3. Disconnect the processor-cooling assembly cables from the system board.

4. Loosen the four captive screws that secure the processor cooler to the system board.

5. Lift the processor-cooling assembly along with the cables off the system board.

Installing the processor liquid-cooling assembly

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the processor liquid-cooling assembly can damage the system board and processor.

CAUTION: If either the processor or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease that is provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the processor liquid-cooling assembly and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Align the screw hole of the radiator and fan assembly to the screw hole on the chassis.

NOTE: Ensure that the hoses are facing the front of the computer.

2. Replace the screw (M3x5) that secures the radiator and fan assembly to the chassis.

3. Align the screw holes on the processor cooler with the screw holes on the system board.

4. Tighten the four captive screws that secure the processor cooler to the system board.

5. Connect the processor-cooling assembly cables to the system board.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

Processor

Removing the processor

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

processor liquid-cooling assembly or

3. Remove the

processor fan and heat-sink assembly

, as applicable.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the processor and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Press the release lever down and then push it away from the processor to release it from the tab.

2. Extend the release lever completely and open the processor cover.

3. Lift the processor off the processor socket.

Installing the processor

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the processor and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Ensure that the release lever on the processor socket is fully extended and the processor cover is fully open.

CAUTION: Position the processor correctly in the processor socket to avoid permanent damage to the processor.

2. Align the pin-1 corner on the processor with the pin-1 corner on the processor socket, and then place the processor in the processor socket.

CAUTION: Ensure that the processor-cover notch is positioned underneath the alignment post.

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

4. Push the release lever down and place it under the tab on the processor cover.

Next steps

1. Install the processor liquid-cooling assembly or

processor fan and heat-sink assembly

, as applicable.

2. Install the left-side cover .

3. Follow the procedure in

Wireless card

Removing the wireless card

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the wireless card and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the wireless card to the system board.

2. Lift the wireless-card bracket off the wireless card.

3. Disconnect the antenna cables from the wireless card.

4. Slide and remove the wireless card from the wireless-card slot.

Installing the wireless card

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the wireless mini-card, do not place any cables under it.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the wireless card and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Connect the antenna cables to the wireless card.

The following table provides the antenna-cable color scheme for the wireless card supported by your computer.

Table 2. Antenna-cable color scheme

Connectors on the wireless card

Main (white triangle)

Auxiliary (black triangle)

Antenna-cable color

White

Black

2. Place the wireless-card bracket on the wireless card.

3. Align the notch on the wireless card with the tab on the wireless-card slot.

4. Slide the wireless card at an angle into the wireless-card slot.

5. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the wireless card to the system board.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

Antennas

Removing the antennas

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

1. Install the front bezel .

2. Remove the

3. Remove the

4. Remove the

5. Remove the

6. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the antennas and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Remove the two screws (M3x3) that secure the antennas to the chassis.

2. Peel the two antennas and remove them from the slots of the chassis.

3. Remove the antenna cables from the routing guides on the chassis.

4. Remove the antenna cables from the routing clip inside the chassis.

5. Pull the antenna cables carefully through the hole on the chassis, and remove the antennas with their cables from the chassis.

Installing the antennas

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the antennas and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Place the antennas on the slots of the chassis and adhere the antennas to the chassis.

2. Align the screw holes and replace the two screws (M3x3) that secures the antennas to the chassis.

3. Route the antenna cables through the routing guides on the chassis.

4. Push the end of the antenna cables with the connectors to the wireless-card through the hole of the chassis.

5. Route the antenna cables through the routing clip inside the chassis.

Next steps

2. Install the right-side cover .

3. Install the top cover .

4. Install the wireless card

5. Install the left-side cover .

6. Follow the procedure in

Front-chassis fan

Removing the front-chassis fan

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the front-chassis fan and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on its right side.

2. Disconnect the front-chassis fan cable from the system board.

3. Press the releasing clip; slide and lift the front-chassis off the chassis.

Installing the front-chassis fan

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the front-chassis fan and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on its right side.

2. Align the front-chassis fan with the slot on the chassis; slide and push the fan until the releasing clip snaps into position.

3. Connect the front-chassis fan cable to the system board.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

PCIe fan

Removing the PCIe fan

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the PCIe fan and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on its right side.

2. Slide the release latch to the unlock position and lift the graphics-card end holder away from the chassis.

3. Disconnect the PCIe fan cable from the system board.

4. Push the tab to release the PCIe fan from the chassis.

5. Slide and lift the PCIe fan off the chassis.

Installing the PCIe fan

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the PCIe fan and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on its right side.

2. Align the tabs on the PCIe fan with the slots on the chassis.

3. Slide and push the fan until the releasing clip snaps into position on the chassis.

4. Connect the PCIe fan cable to the system board.

5. Replace the graphics-card end holder and slide the release latch to the lock position.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

Top-chassis fan

Removing the top-chassis fan

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the top-chassis fan and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on the right side.

2. Disconnect the top-chassis fan cable from the system board.

3. Press the releasing clip of the top-chassis fans.

4. Slide and lift the top-chassis fan from the chassis.

Installing the top-chassis fan

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the top-chassis fan and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on its right side.

2. Align the top-chassis fan with the slot on the chassis.

3. Push the top-chassis fan into the slot on the chassis until its releasing clip is locked into place.

4. Connect the top-chassis fan cable to the system board.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

Front AlienFX LED boards

Removing the Front AlienFX LED board

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

1. Install the front bezel .

2. Remove the

3. Remove the

4. Remove the

5. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the front AlienFX LED board and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Place the front bezel on a flat surface to locate the AlienFX LED board.

2. Remove the four screws (M3x8) that secure the AlienFX LED board to the front bezel.

3. Lift the AlienFX LED board slightly off the front bezel and disconnect the power-button board cable from the power-button board.

4. Lift the AlienFX LED board with its cables off the front bezel.

Installing the Front AlienFX LED board

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the front AlienFX LED board and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Place the front bezel on a flat surface and locate the power-button board.

2. Bring the AlienFX LED board near the front bezel and connect the power-button board cable to the power-button board.

3. Align the screw hole of the AlienFX LED board to the screw hole on the front bezel.

4. Replace the four screws (M3x8) that secure the AlienFX LED board to the front bezel.

Next steps

2. Install the right-side cover .

3. Install the top cover .

4. Install the left-side cover .

5. Follow the procedure in

Power-button board

Removing the power-button board

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

front AlienFX LED board .

2. Remove the

3. Remove the

4. Remove the

5. Remove the

6. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the power-button board and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Remove the screw (M2x3) that secures the power-button board to the front bezel.

2. Lift the power-button board off the front bezel.

Installing the power-button board

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the power-button board and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Align the screw hole on the power-button board with the screw hole on the front bezel.

2. Replace the screw (M2x3) that secures the power-button board to the front bezel.

Next steps

1. Install the front AlienFX LED board .

2. Install the front bezel .

3. Install the right-side cover .

4. Install the top cover .

5. Install the left-side cover .

6. Follow the procedure in

VR heat sinks

Removing the VR heat sink

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in

NOTE: The heat sink may become hot during normal operation. Allow sufficient time for the heat sink to cool before you touch it.

CAUTION: If either the processor or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease that is provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.

NOTE: Do not touch the heat transfer areas on the heat sink. The oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.

NOTE: The VR heat sinks are shipped as separate units and they do not ship along with the new system board. Remove the

VR heat sinks from old system board for transfer to the new system board.

2. Remove the

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the VR heat sink and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Steps

1. Lay the computer on the right side.

2. Loosen the captive screws that secure the VR heat sink to the system board.

3. Repeat the same process for the other VR heat sink.

4. Lift the VR heat sinks off the system board.

Installing the VR heat sink

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.

CAUTION: If either the processor or the heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease that is provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.

NOTE: Do not touch the heat transfer areas on the heat sink. The oils in your skin can reduce the heat transfer capability of the thermal grease.

NOTE: The VR heat sinks are shipped as separate units and they do not ship along with the new system board. Remove the VR heat sinks from old system board for transfer to the new system board.

About this task

The following images indicate the location of the VR heat sink and provide a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Steps

1. Align the captive screws of the VR heat sink with the screw holes on the system board.

2. Tighten the two captive screws that secure the VR heat sink to the system board.

3. Repeat the same procedure with the other VR heat sink.

Next steps

2. Follow the procedure in

System board

Removing the system board

Prerequisites

1. Follow the procedure in