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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.
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).
Removing the Master I/O Board
1. Follow the instructions in
Before You
2. Remove the left side-panel (see
3. Open the PCI shroud (see
Opening the PCI
4. Remove the drive-bay shroud (see
5. Remove the PCI-fan assembly (see
6. Disconnect all cables from the connectors on the master I/O board. Note the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can re-route them
correctly after installing the new master I/O board.
7. Remove the four screws that secure the master I/O board to the chassis.
8. Remove the master I/O board out of the chassis.
1
screws (4)
Replacing the Master I/O Board
1. Follow the instructions in
Before You
2. Place the master I/O board in the chassis.
3. Replace the four screws that secure the master I/O board to the chassis.
Begin.
Removing the Left
Side-Panel).
Shroud).
Removing the Drive-Bay
Shroud).
Removing the PCI-Fan
Assembly).
Begin.
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