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Alienware x15 R2 Service Manual

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Installing the power-adapter port

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 power-adapter port and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Image: Installing the power-adapter port

Steps

  1. Align and place the power-adapter port into the slot on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
  2. Adhere the power-adapter port cable to the fan and heat-sink assembly.
  3. Connect the power-adapter port cable to the system board.
  4. Route the power-adapter port cable through the routing guides on the fan and heat-sink assembly.
  5. Place the power-adapter port bracket on the power-adapter port.
  6. Align the screw holes on the power-adapter port bracket with the screw holes on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
  7. Replace the two screws (M2.5x3.5) that secure the power-adapter port bracket to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.

Next steps

  1. Install the rear I/O-cover.
  2. Install the base cover.
  3. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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