Dell Alienware m15 R3 Service Manual - Page 9

Removing and installing components Recommended tools The procedures in this document may require the following tools: • Philips screwdriver #1 • Flat-head screwdriver • Plastic scribe Screw list NOTE: When removing screws from a component, it is recommended to note the screw type, the quantity of screws, and then place them in a screw storage box. This is to ensure that the correct number of screws and correct screw type is restored when the component is replaced. NOTE: Some computers have magnetic surfaces. Ensure that the screws are not left attached to such surface when replacing a component. NOTE: Screw color may vary with the configuration ordered. Table 1. Screw list Component Base cover Secured to Palm-rest assembly Screw type M2x5 Quantity 2 Screw image Battery Battery M.2 2230 solid-state drive M.2 2230 mounting bracket M.2 2280 solid-state drive M.2 2230 WWAN/ solid-state drive Rear I/O-cover Rear I/O-cover Palm-rest assembly Palm-rest assembly M.2 2230 mounting bracket Palm-rest assembly Palm-rest assembly Left I/O-board Palm-rest assembly Palm-rest assembly M2x3 M2x4 M2x2.5 M2x2.5 M2x2.5 M2x2.5 M2x4 M2.5x5 4 4 1 per M.2 2230 solidstate drive 1 per M.2 2230 solidstate drive 1 per M.2 2280 solidstate drive 1 2 2 Wireless-card bracket Left I/O-board M2x3 1 Display assembly Palm-rest assembly M2.5x4 8 Touchpad Palm-rest assembly M2x1.9 4 9