Graphics-card assembly, Removing the graphics-card assembly – Dell Alienware M17x R3 (Early 2011) User Manual
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Graphics-Card Assembly
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Graphics-Card 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.
WARNING:
The graphics-card assembly may be very hot during normal
operation. Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.
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).
CAUTION:
To help prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery
(see "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 13) before working inside the computer.
Removing the Graphics-Card Assembly
1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 9.
2 Remove the battery pack (see "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 13).
3 Remove the compartment door (see "Removing the Compartment Door"
4 Remove the graphics-card heat sink fan (see "Removing the Graphics-Card
5 Remove the two screws that secure the graphics-card assembly to the
system board.
6 Lift and slide the graphics-card assembly out to disconnect it from the
connector on the system board.