Top vent, Removing the top vent – Dell Alienware Aurora R3 (Early 2011) User Manual
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Top Vent
Alienware Aurora Service Manual
Removing the Top Vent
1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the left side-panel (see
Removing the Left Side-Panel
).
3.
Remove the memory fan (see
Removing the Memory Fan
).
4.
Open the PCI shroud (see
Opening the PCI Shroud
).
5.
Remove the drive-bay shroud (see
Removing the Drive-Bay Shroud
).
6.
Remove the top lighting-board (see
Removing the Top Lighting-Board
).
7.
Remove the system board (see
Removing the System Board
).
8.
Remove the right-side top panel (see
Removing the Right-Side Top Panel
).
9.
Remove the ten screws that secure the top vent to the chassis.
10.
Place the chassis in an upright position.
11.
Remove the two screws that secure the top panel to the chassis.
12.
Lift the top panel away from the chassis.
13.
Remove the three screws that secure the top vent to the chassis.
14.
Lift the top vent away from the chassis.
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).
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screws (10)