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     ALIENWARE® AURORA SERVICE MANUAL 01 /01
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    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
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    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
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    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 Theater-Lighting Batteries 64 Replacing the Theater-Lighting Batteries 65 CONTENTS
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    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 Configuring the BIOS 107 Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings 114 APPENDIX A: CONTACTING ALIENWARE 117 CONTENTS 05
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    1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN This manual provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each 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.
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    • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your computer. 1. Save and close all open files and exit all open programs
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    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 certified service technician should perform repairs on your
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    CHAPTER 2: SIDE PANEL CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL 09 /09
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    : Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by
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    : Theater lighting (available only in Alienware Aurora ALX) turns on automatically when the left side-panel is removed. Replacing the Left Side-Panel 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Align the tabs on the left side-panel with the slots on the side of the computer and
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    CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW 012 /012
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    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. 3 2 1 CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL
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    18 17 16 15 CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW 1 processor power connector (PWR2) 2 processor socket (CPU) 3 processor fan connector (MB_CPU_FAN) 4 memory-module connector (DIMM2) (Aurora and Aurora ALX ) memory-module connector (DIMM3) (Aurora-R2) 5 memory-module connector (DIMM1) 6 memory-module
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    connector (HEAD1) 5 front-bezel right connector (FRONT_RIGHT) 6 front-bezel left connector (FRONT_LEFT) 7 PCI-fan connector (FAN_PCI) 12 8 left side-panel contact board connector (SIDE_L) 13 9 power-select connector (PWR_SEL) 10 Bluetooth® connector (BLUETOOTH) 14 11 power-LED board
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    CHAPTER 5: SHROUDS CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS 016 /016
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    your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler 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 certified service technician
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    away from the chassis. Closing the PCI Shroud 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Lower the PCI shroud into the chassis until it clicks into place. 3. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 4. Connect your computer and devices to
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    the drive-bay shroud toward the front of the chassis until it clicks into place. 5. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 6. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 7. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then
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    CHAPTER 6: DRIVE(S) CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) 020 /020
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    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
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    to keep, back up your files before you begin this procedure. 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Disconnect the power and data cables from the hard-drive assembly (if applicable). 2 1 CHAPTER
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    4. Press the release tabs and slide the hard-drive assembly out of the harddrive cage. CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) 5. Remove the hard drive out of the hard-drive bracket by releasing the tabs and lifting the hard drive out of the bracket (if applicable). 1 2 1 2 1 hard-drive assembly 2 release tabs (2)
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    Replacing the Hard Drive(s) 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. See the Connect the power and data cables to the hard-drive assembly (if applicable). 6. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 7. Connect your computer and devices to
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    instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Press the AlienHead on the front of your computer to lower the drive panel. 3. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 4. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 5. Disconnect the power
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    Optical Drive(s) 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" front of the computer until the securing tab snaps into place. 5. Connect the power and data cables to the optical drive (if applicable). 6. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 7. Replace the left side-panel
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    Card Reader 2 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Press the AlienHead on the front of your computer to lower the drive panel. 3. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 1 4. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on page
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    7. Remove the four screws that secure the Media Card Reader to the FlexBay dock. 8. Slide the Media Card Reader out of the FlexBay dock. 1 CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) 2 3 1 Media Card Reader 3 screws (4) 2 FlexBay dock 028 /028
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    Card Reader 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on front of the computer until the securing tab snaps into place. 6. Connect the FlexBay USB cable to the connector on the master I/O board. 7. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 8. Replace the left side-panel
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    CHAPTER 6: PCI EXPRESS CARD(S) CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) 030 /030
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    your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler 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 certified service technician
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    Removing the PCI-Express Card(s) 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 4. Locate the PCI-Express card on the system board (see "
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    Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s) 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening (if applicable). 1 CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) 2 1 filler bracket 2 screw 033 /033
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    Replace the screw that secures the card to the chassis. 7. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 8. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 9. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on. 1 1 securing
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    specifications 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. 035
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    your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler 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 certified service technician
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    Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Locate the memory-module connectors on the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 14). WARNING: The memory module
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    Replacing the Memory Module(s) 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. Recommended memory configuration: Aurora/Aurora ALX Aurora-R2 CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) Type 1066 MHz and I333 MHz DDR3 1600 MHz XMP Slots Slots 1, 3, and 5 or slots 1 - 6 Slots 1, 3, and 5 Type 1066
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    outlets and then turn them on. As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically updates the system configuration information. To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer: Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Security→ System. CAUTION: To avoid damage
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    CHAPTER 8: FANS CHAPTER 8: FANS CHAPTER 8: FANS 040 /040
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    cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty. CHAPTER 8: FANS 041 /041
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    Removing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 4. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see "Removing the Drive-
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    bay shroud (see "Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 19). 6. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 7. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 8. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on. CHAPTER
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    Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 4. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see "Removing the Drive-Bay
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    bay shroud (see "Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 19). 7. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 8. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 9. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on. CHAPTER
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    CHAPTER 9: LIQUID COOLING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY 046 /046
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    : Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by
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    1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 5 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page processor liquid-cooling assembly cable from the connectors (SYS FAN and CPU PUMP) on the top-lighting board. 4. Loosen the four captive screws that secure the
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    Replacing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Align connectors (SYS FAN and CPU PUMP) on the top lighting-board. 6. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 7. Connect your computer and devices to
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    CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR 050 /050
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    against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s). CAUTION: Only a certified 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
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    Processor 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). socket or allow any objects to fall on the pins in the socket. 5. Open the processor cover and gently lift the processor to remove it from the socket.
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    by touching an unpainted metal surface on the back of the computer. 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Unpack the new 5. Set the processor lightly in the socket and ensure that the processor is positioned correctly. 1 1 tab 3 processor 5 center-cover latch 7 processor
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    seated in the socket, close the processor cover. Ensure that the tab on the processor cover is positioned underneath the center-cover latch on the socket 11. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 12. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets,
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    CHAPTER 10: POWER SUPPLY CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY 055 /055
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    (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty. CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY 056 /056
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    Removing the Power Supply 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Lift the tab and slide the power-supply cover towards the back of the chassis. 4. Lift the power-supply cover away from the chassis.
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    screws that secure the power supply to the back of the chassis. 7. Slide the power supply through the back of the chassis. CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY 8. Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to the bezel. 9. Remove the bezel from the power supply. 1 1 power supply 1 2 2 captive screws
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    Replacing the Power Supply 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Replace the four screws that secure the power supply to the bezel. 3. Slide the power supply into the chassis through the back of the computer. 4. Tighten the four captive screws that secure the power supply to
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    CHAPTER 14: COIN CELL BATTERY CHAPTER 12: BATTERY CHAPTER 12: BATTERY 060 /060
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    your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler 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 certified service technician
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    the screens in system setup (see "System Setup" on page 107) so that you can restore the correct settings after the new battery has been installed. 2. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 3. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 4. Open the
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    the Coin-Cell Battery 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Insert the new battery (CR2032) into the socket with the side labeled "+" facing up, and press the battery into place. CHAPTER 12: BATTERY 6. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then
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    Removing the Theater-Lighting Batteries 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 4. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see "Removing the
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    theater-lighting battery-compartment door. 4. Replace the drive-bay shroud (see "Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 19). 5. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 6. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 7. Connect your computer
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    CHAPTER 11: SYSTEM BOARD CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD 066 /066
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    your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler 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 certified service technician
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    all the screens in system setup (see "System Setup" on page 107) so that you can restore the correct settings. 2. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 3. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 4. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI
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    system board towards the front of the chassis to disengage 13: SYSTEM BOARD 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 10. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 11. Connect your computer
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    CHAPTER 12: MASTER I/O BOARD CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD 070 /070
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    your equipment with any cover(s) (including side panels, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. CAUTION: Only a certified 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
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    the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 4. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see "Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 19). 5. Remove the PCI-fan
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    the instructions Fan Assembly" on page 45). 6. Replace the drive-bay shroud (see "Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 19). 7. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 8. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 9. Connect your computer
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    CHAPTER 13: TOP LIGHTING BOARD CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD 074 /074
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    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, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD 075 /075
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    the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Replace the four screws that secure the top lighting-board to the chassis. 3. Connect the cables to the connectors on the top lighting-board. 4. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 5. Connect your computer
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    CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE PANEL CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) 077 /077
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    your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler 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 certified service technician
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    instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 4. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see "Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 19). 5. Remove the power-supply
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    9. Slide and pull the right top-panel away from the chassis. CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) 10. Disconnect the lighting-board cable from the connector on the master I/O board. 11. Remove the two screws that secure the lighting board to the chassis. 12. Lift the lighting board up and away from the
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    the power-supply cover (see "Replacing the Power Supply" on 1 page 59). 9. Replace the hard-drive fan assembly (see "Replacing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly" on page 43). 10. Replace the drive-bay shroud (see "Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 19). 11. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the
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    CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE VENTING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY 082 /082
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    your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler 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 certified service technician
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    Assembly NOTE: Active-venting assembly is available only in Alienware Aurora ALX. 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 4. Remove the
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    lighting-board (see "Removing the Top Lighting-Board" on page 76). 7. Remove the ten screws that secure the active-venting assembly to the chassis. CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY 8. Place the chassis in an upright position. 9. Remove the right top-panel. 1 1 1 screws (10) 1 right top-panel
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    10. Remove the two screws that secure the top panel to the chassis. 11. Lift the top panel away from the chassis. 1 12. Remove the three screws that secure the active-venting assembly to the chassis. 13. Disconnect the cables that connect the
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    Replacing the Active-Venting Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. 19). 12. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 13. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 14. Connect your computer and devices to
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    CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL 088 /088
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    , always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s). CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty. CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL 089 /089
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    Removing the Front Bezel 1 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 4. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see "Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud
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    8. Place the chassis in an upright position. 9. Remove the three screws on the right side that secure the front bezel to the chassis. 10. Pull the front bezel away from the chassis. 1 CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL 2 1 front bezel 2 screws (3) 091 /091
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    shroud (see "Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 19). 9. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 10. 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 them on. CHAPTER
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    CHAPTER 16: BACK PANEL CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL 093 /093
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    your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler 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 certified service technician
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    Removing the Back Bezel 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Remove the power supply (see "Removing the Power Supply" on page 57). WARNING: Despite having a plastic shield, the processor liquid-
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    7. Remove the two screws that secure the back bezel to the chassis. 8. Release the tabs that secure the back bezel to the chassis. 9. Pull the back bezel away from the chassis. CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL 1 2 1 screws (2) 3 tabs 3 2 back bezel 096 /096
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    the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly" on page 49). 7. Replace the power supply (see "Replacing the Power Supply" on page 59). 8. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 9. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. CHAPTER
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    CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY 098 /098
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    always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s). CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty. CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY 099
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    NOTE: The Bluetooth® assembly is available on your computer only if you ordered it while purchasing your computer. 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI
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    -Bay Shroud" on page 19). 6. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 7. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 8. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on. CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY 0101 /0101
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    CHAPTER 20: TOP I/O CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL 0102 /0102
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    your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler 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 certified service technician
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    the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see "Opening the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 4. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see "Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 19). 5. Remove the PCI-fan
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    the PCI-Fan Assembly" on page 45). 11. Replace the drive-bay shroud (see "Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 19). 12. Close the PCI shroud (see "Closing the PCI Shroud" on page 18). 13. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 14. Connect your computer and
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    CHAPTER 21: SYSTEM SETUP CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP 0106 /0106
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    and release in even intervals until the System Setup screen appears. 2. While the computer is booting, press immediately before the operating system logo appears to access the BIOS Setup Utility. NOTE: If an error occurs during POST (Power On Self Test), press when the prompt appears
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    computer. Displays the type of memory technology used. Displays the memory speed. Displays the processor type. Displays the processor speed. CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP System Information Current (QPI) Speed (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) Current (DMI) Speed (available on Aurora-R2 only
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    the SATA 5 drive integrated in the computer Displays the SATA 6 drive integrated in the computer. If enabled, the system will HALT during boot to display system errors. Advanced BIOS Features NumLock Status ACPI APIC support OptionROM Display Screen Select power-on state for num-lock. Include
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    available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) SATA Mode (available on Aurora-R2 only) AHCI Power Management Setup Suspend Mode AC Recovery Remote Wakeup (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) Auto Power On Sets the energy-saving mode of the ACPI function. Sets what action the computer takes when power
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    QPI Speed (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) Current DMI Speed (available on Aurora-R2 only) QPI Frequency (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) DMI Frequency (available on Aurora-R2 only) Memory Ratio Core (Non-Turbo) Ratio Advance DRAM Configuration Overclock Configuration Displays the
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    the Command Rate (editable in Manual Mode). CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP Overclock Configuration 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
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    Aurora and Aurora ALX only) DMI and Uncore Voltage (available on Aurora-R2 only) Displays the processor temperature in Celsius and Fahrenheit. Displays processor core voltage. Processor core You cannot use the user password to enter the BIOS setup, during POST. Provides options to Save Changes and
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    Passwords and CMOS Settings CMOS: 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. WARNING: The computer must be disconnected from the electrical outlet to clear the CMOS setting. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see "Removing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 3. Reset the current password
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    PASSWORD: 4. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 5. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on. CHAPTER 22: SYSTEM SETUP 0115 /0115
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    . The file downloads to your desktop. 7. Click Close if the Download Complete window appears. The file icon appears on your desktop and is titled the same as the downloaded BIOS update file. 8. Double-click the file icon on the desktop and follow the procedures that appear on the screen. 0116 /0116
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    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: 1. Visit www.dell.com
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