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Alienware m17 R5 AMD Service Manual

Installing the ethernet and audio board

Prerequisites

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

About this task

The following image(s) indicate the location of the ethernet and audio board and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Image: Installing the audio daughter-board

Steps

  1. Connect the ethernet and audio board to the system-board assembly.
  2. Align the screw holes on the ethernet and audio board with the screw holes on the system-board assembly.
  3. Replace the two screws (M2x4) that secure the ethernet and audio board to the system-board assembly.
  4. Turn the system-board assembly over.

Next steps

  1. Follow the procedure from step 6 to step 25 in Installing the system board.
  2. Install the rear-I/O cover.
  3. Install the wireless card.
  4. Install the M.2 2230 solid-state drive or M.2 2280 solid-state drive in slot one, whichever applicable.
  5. Install the M.2 2230 solid-state drive or M.2 2280 solid-state drive in slot two, whichever applicable.
  6. Install the memory module.
  7. Install the base cover.
  8. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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