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 System Board
Alienware®M11x Service Manual
Removing the System Board
Replacing the System Board
Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS
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The system board's BIOS chip contains the Service Tag, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer. The replacement kit for the
system board includes a CD that provides a utility for transferring the Service Tag to the replacement system board.
Removing the System Board
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1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
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2. Remove any installed card or blank from the 3-in-1 Media Card reader slot.
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3. Remove the base cover (see Removing the Base Cover).
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4. Remove the battery pack (see Removing the Battery Pack).
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5. Remove the hard-drive assembly (see Removing the Hard-Drive Assembly).
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6. Remove the Mini-Card(s) (see Removing the Mini-Card(s)).
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7. Remove the memory module(s) (see Removing the Memory Module(s)).
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8. Remove the hinge cover (see Removing the Hinge Cover).
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9. Remove the keyboard (see Removing the Keyboard).
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10. Remove the palm rest assembly (see Removing the Palm Rest Assembly).
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11. RemovetheBluetooth™card(seeRemoving the Bluetooth Card).
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12. Remove the coin-cell battery (see Removing the Coin-Cell Battery).
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13. Remove the display assembly (see Removing the Display Assembly).
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14. Remove the I/O board (see Removing the I/O Board).
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15. Disconnect the AC adapter connector cable from the connector on 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.
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).
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 help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery (see Removing the Battery Pack) before working inside the
computer.
CAUTION: Handle components by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.