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 WiFi/Bluetooth Assembly

Alienware Aurora Service Manual

Removing the WiFi/Bluetooth Card

Replacing the WiFi/Bluetooth Card

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Removing the WiFi/Bluetooth Card

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1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

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2. Remove the left side-panel (see Removing the Left Side-Panel).

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3. Open the PCI shroud (see Opening the PCI Shroud).

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4. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud).

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5. Disconnect the WiFi/Bluetooth assembly cable from the connector on the master I/O board.

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6. Loosen the thumbscrew that secures the WiFi/Bluetooth assembly to the chassis.

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7. Slide and pull the WiFi/Bluetooth assembly away from the chassis.

For Alienware Aurora/Aurora R2/Aurora ALX

For Alienware Aurora R3

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.

WARNING: To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades, or other unexpected injuries, 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.

CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal

surface (such as a connector on your computer).

NOTE: The WiFi/Bluetooth assembly is available on your computer only if you ordered it while purchasing your computer.

WiFi/Bluetooth assembly

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