Alienware Aurora Service Manual Before You Begin Left Side-Panel Technical Overview Drive(s) Shrouds PCI-Express Card(s) Memory Module(s) Fans Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly Processor Power Supply Coin-Cell Battery Theater-Lighting Batteries (Alienware Aurora ALX Only) System Board Master I/O Board Top Lighting-Board Right Side-Panel(s) Top Vent Front Bezel Back Bezel WiFi/Bluetooth Assembly Top I/O Panel System Setup Flashing the BIOS Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important info
Back to Contents Page Back Bezel Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Back Bezel Replacing the Back Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
1 screws (2) 3 tabs 2 back bezel Replacing the Back Bezel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the tabs on the back bezel with the slots on the chassis. 3. Push the back bezel into place. 4. Replace the two screws that secure the back bezel to the chassis. 5. Replace the two screws that secure the security lock panel to the chassis. 6. Replace the processor liquid-cooling assembly (see Replacing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly). 7.
Back to Contents Page Before You Begin Alienware Aurora Service Manual Recommended Tools Turning Off Your Computer Safety Instructions This manual provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist: l You have performed the steps in Turning Off Your Computer and Safety Instructions. l You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device. 3. Disconnect all telephone or network cables from the computer. 4. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 5. Disconnect all attached devices from your computer. 6. Press and hold the power button while the computer is unplugged to ground the system board.
Back to Contents Page Flashing the BIOS Alienware Aurora Service Manual The BIOS may require flashing when an update is available or when 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: NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located on a label at the bottom of your computer. If you have your computer's Service Tag: a. Click Enter a Tag. b.
Back to Contents Page WiFi/Bluetooth Assembly Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the WiFi/Bluetooth Card Replacing the WiFi/Bluetooth Card WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
1 thumbscrew 2 WiFi/Bluetooth assembly Replacing the WiFi/Bluetooth Card 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the tab on the WiFi/Bluetooth assembly with the slot on the chassis. 3. Tighten the thumbscrew that secures the WiFi/Bluetooth assembly to the chassis. 4. Connect the WiFi/Bluetooth assembly cable to the connector on the master I/O board. 5. Replace the drive-bay shroud (see Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud). 6. Close the PCI shroud (see Closing the PCI Shroud). 7.
Back to Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Coin-Cell Battery Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
3. Replace the PCI-Express card(s) (see Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)). 4. Close the PCI shroud (see Closing the PCI Shroud). 5. Replace the left side-panel (see Replacing the Left Side-Panel). CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. 6. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on. 7.
Back to Contents Page Fans Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Memory Fan Replacing the Memory Fan Removing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly Replacing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly Removing the PCI-Fan Assembly Replacing the PCI-Fan Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
5. Connect your computer and all attached devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on. Removing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the left side-panel (see Removing the Left Side-Panel). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see Opening the PCI Shroud). 4. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud). 5.
4. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud). 5. Remove full-length PCI-Express card(s), if any (see Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)). 6. Disconnect the PCI-fan assembly cable from the connector on the master I/O board. 7. Press the tabs and lift the PCI-fan assembly out of the metal brackets on the chassis. 1 tabs (2) 3 PCI-fan assembly cable 2 PCI-fan assembly Replacing the PCI-Fan Assembly 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2.
Back to Contents Page Front Bezel Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Front Bezel Replacing the Front Bezel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
1 front bezel 2 screws (3) Replacing the Front Bezel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the front bezel with the front of the chassis. 3. Replace the three screws on the right side that secure the front bezel to the chassis. 4. Lay the chassis on its side. 5. Route and connect the front-bezel cables to the connectors on the master I/O board. 6. Replace the seven screws that secure the front bezel to the chassis. 7.
Back to Contents Page Drive(s) Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Hard Drive(s) Replacing the Hard Drive(s) Removing the Optical Drive(s) Replacing the Optical Drive(s) Removing the Media Card Reader Replacing the Media Card Reader WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
1 hard-drive assembly 5. 1 2 release tabs (2) Release the tabs on the hard-drive bracket and lift the hard drive out of the bracket (if applicable). hard drive 2 tabs (4) Replacing the Hard Drive(s) 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. NOTE: See the documentation that shipped with your new hard drive and ensure that the jumper positioning is correct. 2. Snap the hard-drive bracket on to the new hard drive (if applicable). 3.
3. Remove the left side-panel (see Removing the Left Side-Panel). 4. Disconnect the power and data cables from the optical drive (if applicable). 5. Lift the securing tab and push the optical drive to slide it out through the front of the computer. 1 power cable 2 data cable 3 securing tab 4 optical drive Replacing the Optical Drive(s) 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the new optical drive from its packaging.
1 FlexBay USB cable 3 Media Card Reader 2 securing tab 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 Media Card Reader 3 FlexBay dock 2 screws (4) Replacing the Media Card Reader 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the new Media Card Reader from its packaging. Save the original packaging for storing or shipping the Media Card Reader. 3.
Back to Contents Page Master I/O Board Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Master I/O Board Replacing the Master I/O Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
4. Route and connect the cables that you removed from the connectors on the master I/O board. NOTE: For information on master I/O board connectors, see Master I/O Board Components. 5. Replace the PCI-fan assembly (see Replacing the PCI-Fan Assembly). 6. Replace the drive-bay shroud (see Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud). 7. Close the PCI shroud (see Closing the PCI Shroud). 8. Replace the left side-panel (see Replacing the Left Side-Panel).
Back to Contents Page Left Side-Panel Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Left Side-Panel Replacing the Left Side-Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
Replacing the Left Side-Panel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the tabs on the left side-panel with the slots on the side of the computer and push the panel into place. 3. Slide the latch to lock the release panel. 4. Connect your computer and all attached devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
Back to Contents Page Memory Module(s) Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing Memory Module(s) Replacing Memory Module(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. Recommended memory configuration: Type Slots 1333 MHz,1600 MHz, and 1866 MHz DDR3 Slots 1 and 2 or slots 1 — 4 2. Align the notch on the bottom of the memory module with the tab on the memory-module connector. 1 cutouts (2) 2 tab 3 notch 4 memory module CAUTION: To avoid damage to the memory module, press the memory module straight down into the connector while you apply equal force to each end of the memory module. 3.
Check the amount of memory (RAM) listed.
Back to Contents Page PCI-Express Card(s) Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the PCI-Express Card(s) Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s) WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s) 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the screw that secures the filler bracket and remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening (if applicable). 1 filler bracket 2 screw CAUTION: To prevent damage to the PCI-Express card ensure that the memory module securing clips are in the closed position. 3. Align the card with the card connector on the system board. 4. Place the card in the connector and press down firmly.
Back to Contents Page Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly Replacing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the screw holes on the processor liquid-cooling assembly with the screw holes on the chassis rear wall. 3. Replace the four screws that secure the processor liquid-cooling assembly to the chassis rear wall. 4. Tighten the four captive screws that secure the processor liquid-cooling assembly to the system board. 5. Connect the processor liquid-cooling assembly cables to the SYS FAN and CPU PUMP connectors on the top lighting-board. 6.
Back to Contents Page Processor Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Processor Replacing the Processor WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
1 socket 2 processor Replacing the Processor CAUTION: When replacing the processor, do not touch any of the pins inside the socket or allow 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. 2. Unpack the new processor. Ensure that you do not to touch the underside of the processor.
CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. New thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a requirement for optimal processor operation. 9. 10. Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor. Replace the processor liquid-cooling assembly (see Replacing the Processor Liquid-Cooling Assembly). 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).
Back to Contents Page Power Supply Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
1 power supply 2 captive screws (4) 8. Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to the bezel. 9. Remove the bezel from the power supply. 1 bezel 3 power supply 2 screws (4) Replacing the Power Supply 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the screw holes on the power supply with the screw holes on the bezel. 3. Replace the four screws that secure the power supply to the bezel. 4. Slide the power supply into the chassis through the back of the computer. 5.
Back to Contents Page Right Side-Panel(s) Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Right-Side Top Panel Replacing the Right-Side Top Panel Removing the Lighting Board Replacing the Lighting Board Removing the Right-Side Middle Panel Replacing the Right-Side Middle Panel Removing the Right-Side Bottom Panel Replacing the Right-Side Bottom Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
1 right-side top panel Replacing the Right-Side Top Panel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the tabs on the right-side top panel with the slots on the chassis and slide the panel into position. 3. Lay the computer on its side. 4. Replace the screw that secures the right side-panel. 5. Replace the drive-bay shroud (see Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud). 6. Close the PCI shroud (see Closing the PCI Shroud). 7. Replace the left side-panel (see Replacing the Left Side-Panel).
1 lighting board 2 screws (3) Replacing the Lighting Board 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Route the lighting-board cable through the slot on the computer. 3. Connect the lighting-board cable to the connector on the master I/O board. 4. Align the screw holes on the lighting board with the screw holes on the right-side middle panel. 5. Replace the three screws that secure the lighting board to the right-side middle panel. 6.
1 screws (2) 2 right-side middle panel Replacing the Right-Side Middle Panel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the right-side middle panel on top of the right-side bottom panel. 3. Replace the two screws that secure the right-side middle panel to the chassis. 4. Replace the lighting board (see Replacing the Lighting Board). 5. Replace the right-side top panel (see Replacing the Right-Side Top Panel).
1 1 screws (2) 7. Remove the lighting board (see Removing the Lighting Board). 8. Remove the right-side middle panel (see Removing the Right-Side Middle Panel). 9. Slide and pull the right-side bottom panel away from the chassis. right-side bottom panel Replacing the Right-Side Bottom Panel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the tabs on the right-side bottom panel with the slots on the chassis and slide the panel into position. 3.
5. Replace the two screws that secure the right-side bottom panel to the chassis. 6. Replace the right-side top panel (see Replacing the Right-Side Top Panel). 7. Connect the DC wire harness to the power supply. 8. Replace the power-supply cover (see Replacing the Power Supply). 9. Replace the hard-drive fan assembly (see Replacing the Hard-Drive Fan Assembly). CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer.
Back to Contents Page Shrouds Alienware Aurora Service Manual Opening the PCI Shroud Closing the PCI Shroud Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
2. Remove the left side-panel (see Removing the Left Side-Panel). 3. Open the PCI shroud (see Opening the PCI Shroud). 4. Press the tabs and slide the drive-bay shroud towards the back of the chassis. 1 tabs (2) 2 drive-bay shroud Replacing the Drive-Bay Shroud 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the drive-bay shroud with the slots on the chassis. 3. Slide the drive-bay shroud toward the front of the chassis until it clicks into place. 4.
Back to Contents Page System Board Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the System Board Replacing the System Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
1 latch 2 screws (2) Replacing the System Board 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the connectors on the system board with the slots on the chassis and place the system board in position. 3. Slide the system board towards the back of the chassis and engage the latches that secure it to the chassis. 4. Replace the two screws that secure the system board to the chassis. 5. Route and connect the cables that you disconnected from the system board.
Back to Contents Page System Setup Alienware Aurora Service Manual Overview Clearing Forgotten Passwords and CMOS Settings Overview Use the system setup utility to: l Change the system configuration information after you add, change, or remove any hardware in your computer l Set or change a user-selectable option such as the user password l Set the type of hard drive installed l Read the current amount of memory or set the type of hard drive installed CAUTION: Unless you are an expert computer use
CPU Information CPU Type Displays the processor type. CPU ID Displays the processor identification code. CPU Speed Displays the processor speed. Cache L2 Displays the processor L2 cache size. Cache L3 Displays the processor L3 cache size. Advanced — Standard CMOS Features System Date (mm:dd:yy) Displays current date. System Time (hh:mm:ss) Displays the current time. Device Information SATA Port1 Displays the SATA 1 drive integrated in the computer.
Advance DRAM Configuration Allows you to change the Advance DRAM Configuration. Overclock Configuration Allows you to access the Overclock Configuration submenu. Overvoltage Configuration Allows you to access the Overvoltage Configuration submenu. Load Level 1 Defaults Allows you to load Level 1 default setting. NOTE: This setting may not be available for some processors. Load Level 2 Defaults Allows you to load Level 2 default setting. NOTE: This setting may not be available for some processors.
Adjust DDR_VREF_DQ_A Adjusts the DDR3 Data VREF – Channel A. Adjust DDR_VREF_DQ_B Adjusts the DDR3 Data VREF – Channel B. Adjust DDR_VREF_CA_A Adjusts the DDR3 Address VREF – Channel A. Adjust DDR_VREF_CA_B Adjusts the DDR3 Address VREF – Channel B. Security Supervisor Password: Allows you to change the supervisor password. User Password: Allows you to change the user password. You cannot use the user password to enter the BIOS setup, during POST.
Password: 4. Replace the left side-panel (see Replacing the Left Side-Panel). 5. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets and then turn them on.
Back to Contents Page Technical Overview Alienware Aurora Service Manual Inside View of Your Computer System Board Components Master I/O Board Components WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.
1 processor power connector (PWR2) 2 processor socket (CPU1) 3 heat-sink fan connector (VRM_FAN) 4 processor fan connector (CPU_FAN) 5 memory-module connector (DIMM1) 6 memory-module connector (DIMM2) 7 memory-module connector (DIMM3) 8 memory-module connector (DIMM4) 9 main power connector (PWR1) 10 front USB connector (FUSB3_0) 11 battery socket (BAT1) 12 serial ATA drive connectors (SATA1_2) 13 serial ATA drive connectors (SATA3_4) 14 serial ATA drive connectors (SATA5_6) 15 front
1 FlexBay connector (FLEXBAY) 2 drive-bay shroud battery connector (FRONT_BEZEL) 3 AlienHead connector (HEAD1) 4 PCI-fan connector (FAN_PCI) 5 left side-panel contact board connector (SIDE_L) 6 WiFi/Bluetooth connector (BLUETOOTH) 7 power-LED board connector (BLINK) 8 wireless connector (WIRELESS) 9 hard-drive LED connector (HDD_LED1) 10 hard-drive LED connector (HDD_LED2) 11 USB connector (MB_USB) 12 main-power connector (PWR1) 13 system-board lighting (MB_MIO) 14 hard-drive fan conne
Back to Contents Page Theater-Lighting Batteries (Alienware Aurora ALX Only) Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Theater-Lighting Batteries Replacing the Theater-Lighting Batteries WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. 7. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
Back to Contents Page Alienware Aurora Service Manual NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Back to Contents Page Top Lighting-Board Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Top Lighting-Board Replacing the Top Lighting-Board WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
4. Connect the cables to the connectors on the top lighting-board. 5. Replace the Media Card Reader (if applicable) (see Replacing the Media Card Reader). 6. Replace the optical drive(s) (if applicable) (see Replacing the Optical Drive(s)). 7. Replace the left side-panel (see Replacing the Left Side-Panel). CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer. 8.
Back to Contents Page Top Vent Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Top Vent Replacing the Top Vent WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
1 screws (3) 2 top panel 3 top-panel screws (2) 4 top vent Replacing the Top Vent 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Align the screw holes on the top vent with the screw holes on the chassis. 3. Replace the three screws that secure the top vent to the chassis. 4. Align the top panel with the slots in the chassis and replace the two screws that secure the top panel to the chassis. 5. Lay the chassis on its side. 6.
Back to Contents Page Top I/O Panel Alienware Aurora Service Manual Removing the Top I/O Panel Replacing the Top I/O Panel WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
1 panel insert 2 tab 3 top I/O panel 4 screws (4) 5 top panel Replacing the Top I/O Panel 1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin. 2. Slide the tabs on the top I/O panel into the slots on the chassis. 3. Connect the top I/O panel cables to the connectors on the system board and master I/O board. 4. Replace the four screws that secure the top I/O panel to the chassis. 5. Align the tabs on the panel insert with the slots on the computer chassis. 6.
