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ALIENWARE® AURORA SERVICE MANUAL 01 /01 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 2
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 3
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 4
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 Theater-Lighting - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 5
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 Configuring the BIOS 107 Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings 114 APPENDIX A: CONTACTING ALIENWARE 117 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 6
YOU BEGIN This manual provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 7
Phillips screwdriver • BIOS executable update program available at support.dell.com CHAPTER 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN Turning Off Your Computer CAUTION: To 3. The computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process finishes. 4. Ensure that the computer is turned off. If your computer did not - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 8
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 9
CHAPTER 2: SIDE PANEL CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL CHAPTER 2: LEFT SIDE-PANEL 09 /09 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 10
: 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 11
(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 push the panel - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 12
CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW CHAPTER 3: TECHNICAL OVERVIEW 012 /012 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 13
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 OVERVIEW 4 1 memory module(s) 3 optical drives (3) 2 graphic cards (2) 4 hard drives (4) 013 /013 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 14
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 15
(HDD_LED1) 14 hard-drive LED connector (HDD_LED2) 15 USB connector (MB_USB) 16 main-power connector (PWR1) 16 17 system-board lighting (MB_MIO) 18 hard-drive fan connector (FAN_HDD connector (BAT2) 25 front-default connector (FACTORY_DEFAULT) 26 graphics-pump connector (GFX_PUMP) 015 /015 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 16
CHAPTER 5: SHROUDS CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS 016 /016 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 17
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. CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 18
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 electrical outlets and then turn them on. 1 release button 2 PCI shroud CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 19
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 turn them on. 1 1 tabs (2) CHAPTER 4: SHROUDS 2 2 drive-bay - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 20
CHAPTER 6: DRIVE(S) CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) CHAPTER 5: DRIVE(S) 020 /020 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 21
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 22
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 23
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) - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 24
cage until the release tabs snap into place. 5. 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 electrical outlets and then turn them on. CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 25
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 26
drive through the 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 (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 27
Removing the Media 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 28
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 29
for storing or shipping the Media Card Reader. 3. Slide the Media Card Reader into the FlexBay dock. 4. Replace the four screws that secure the Media Card Reader to the FlexBay dock. 5. Lift the securing tab and slide the FlexBay dock through the front of the computer until the securing tab snaps - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 30
CHAPTER 6: PCI EXPRESS CARD(S) CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) 030 /030 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 31
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 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S) 031 /031 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 32
top corners, and ease it out the card connector. 4 • 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 filler bracket in the empty - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 33
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 34
documentation that shipped with the card. 6. 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 35
the system board. See the 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 36
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. CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 37
Removing the Memory Module(s) 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the left access to the memory module(s), remove the graphics card if the card is full length. 4. To remove the graphics card, see "Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)" on page 32. 5. Spread apart the - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 38
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 MHz - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 39
at each end of the memory module. NOTE If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not boot. 4. To replace the graphics card, see "Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)" on page 33. 5. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 6. Connect your - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 40
CHAPTER 8: FANS CHAPTER 8: FANS CHAPTER 8: FANS 040 /040 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 41
: 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 42
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 " - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 43
the drive-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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 44
Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the the Drive-Bay Shroud" on page 19). 5. Remove full-length PCI-Express cards, if any (see "Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)" on page 32). 6. Disconnect the PCI-fan assembly cable from the connector - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 45
-Express Card(s)" on page 33). 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 and devices - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 46
CHAPTER 9: LIQUID COOLING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR LIQUID-COOLING ASSEMBLY 046 /046 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 47
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. CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 48
Removing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 5 2. Remove . 3. Disconnect the 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 49
the processor liquid-cooling assembly cables to the 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 electrical outlets and then turn them on. CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 50
CHAPTER 9: PROCESSOR CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR 050 /050 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 51
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: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 52
Removing the 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). WARNING: Despite having a plastic shield, - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 53
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. 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Unpack the new processor. Ensure that you do not to touch the underside of the processor. CAUTION - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 54
page 49). CAUTION: Ensure that the processor liquid-cooling assembly is correctly seated and secured. 11. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 12. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. CHAPTER 10: PROCESSOR 054 /054 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 55
CHAPTER 10: POWER SUPPLY CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY CHAPTER 11: POWER SUPPLY 055 /055 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 56
(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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 57
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. - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 58
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 59
AC power cable to the power supply. 6. Align the tabs on the power-supply cover with the slots on the power supply. 7. Slide the power-supply cover towards the slots until it locks in place. 8. Replace the left side-panel (see "Replacing the Left Side-Panel" on page 11). 9. Connect your computer and - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 60
CHAPTER 14: COIN CELL BATTERY CHAPTER 12: BATTERY CHAPTER 12: BATTERY 060 /060 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 61
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. CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 62
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery 1. Record all 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 63
6. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on. 7. Enter system setup (see "Entering System Setup" on page 107) and restore the settings you recorded before removing the battery. 3. Replace the PCI-Express cards (see "Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)" on page 33 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 64
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 " - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 65
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 and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. CHAPTER 12: BATTERY 065 /065 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 66
CHAPTER 11: SYSTEM BOARD CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD 066 /066 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 67
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. CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 68
the System Board 1. Record 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 cable could lead to computer problems. 1 1 latch CHAPTER 13: SYSTEM BOARD 2 2 screws (2) 068 /068 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 69
on page 49). 8. Replace the PCI-Express cards (see "Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)" on page 33). 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 70
CHAPTER 12: MASTER I/O BOARD CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD CHAPTER 14: MASTER I/O BOARD 070 /070 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 71
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: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 72
Removing the Master I/O Board 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 " - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 73
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 14: MASTER I/O BOARD 073 /073 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 74
CHAPTER 13: TOP LIGHTING BOARD CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD CHAPTER 15: TOP LIGHTING-BOARD 074 /074 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 75
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: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 76
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 and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on. 1 top lighting-board CHAPTER 15: TOP - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 77
CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE PANEL CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) CHAPTER 16: RIGHT SIDE-PANEL(S) 077 /077 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 78
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. CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 79
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 80
8. Place the chassis in an upright position. 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. - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 81
right side-panel(s) to the chassis. 8. Replace 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 82
CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE VENTING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 17: ACTIVE-VENTING ASSEMBLY 082 /082 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 83
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. CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 84
Removing the Active-Venting 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 " - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 85
6. Remove the top 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) - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 86
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 active-venting assembly to the connectors on the - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 87
the chassis. 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 devices to electrical - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 88
CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL 088 /088 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 89
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. CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 90
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 " - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 91
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 92
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 18: FRONT BEZEL 092 /092 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 93
CHAPTER 16: BACK PANEL CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL CHAPTER 19: BACK BEZEL 093 /093 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 94
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. CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 95
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- - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 96
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 97
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 98
CHAPTER 18: FRONT BEZEL CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY CHAPTER 20: BLUETOOTH ASSEMBLY 098 /098 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 99
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. CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 100
Removing the Bluetooth Assembly 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 101
-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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 102
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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. CHAPTER - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 104
Removing the Top I/O Panel 1. Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 6. 2. Remove the (see "Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly" on page 44). 6. Remove any PCI-Express cards (see "Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)" on page 32). 7. Remove the active-venting assembly (see " Removing the Active - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 105
Side-Panel(s)" on page 81). 9. Replace the PCI-Express cards (see "Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)" on page 33). CHAPTER 21: TOP I/O PANEL 10. Replace the PCI-fan assembly (see "Replacing the PCI-Fan Assembly" on page 45). 11. Replace the drive-bay shroud (see "Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud" on - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 106
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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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 108
CPU ID/u Code ID CPU Speed Displays the product name. Displays the BIOS version number and date information. Displays the service tag of the computer. Displays the asset tag of the computer ) Speed (available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only) Current (DMI) Speed (available on Aurora-R2 only) Cache L2 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 109
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 110
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 is restored. Sets the system to wake up from an onboard LAN, PCIE-X1 LAN card, or a PCI LAN card. Allows the computer to start up at - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 111
CPU Speed Memory Speed Current 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 you to restore the Level to Manual mode and set - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 112
. 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 113
CPU VCore Offset DDR3 Memory Voltage IOH Voltage QPI and Uncore Voltage (available on 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 the BIOS setup, during - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 114
Clearing Forgotten 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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 115
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 - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 116
replacing the system board. To flash the BIOS: 1. Turn on the computer. 2. Go to support.dell.com/support/downloads. 3. Locate the BIOS update file for your computer: - If you have your computer's Service Tag: a. Click Enter a Service Tag. b. Enter your computer's Service Tag in the Enter a service - Dell Alienware Aurora ALX | Service Manual (English only) - Page 117
the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you. NOTE: For telephone support in the United States, call 1-800-Alienware. APPENDIX A: CONTACTING ALIENWARE Websites You can learn about Alienware® products and services on the following websites: • www.dell.com • www.dell.com/ap (Asian/Pacific
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