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Alienware m15 R7 Service Manual

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Installing the rear-I/O cover

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 rear-I/O cover and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Installing the rear-I/O cover

Steps

  1. With the correct orientation, slide the rear I/O-cover into the palm-rest and keyboard assembly, and snap it into place.
    NOTE: To avoiding damaging your computer, ensure the Tron-light cable is not pinched before snapping the rear I/O-cover into place.
  2. Replace the three screws (M2x2) that secure the rear I/O-cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
  3. Replace the two screws (M2.5x5) that secure the rear I/O-cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
  4. Connect the Tron-light cable to the system board.

Next steps

  1. Install the base cover.
  2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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