Dell Alienware Aurora Alx Service Manual

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CHAPTER 6: PCI-EXPRESS CARD(S)  
PCI-Express Card(s)
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  covers,  bezels,  filler  brackets,  front-panel  inserts,  etc.) removed.
WARNING:  To  guard  against...

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1screw2card connector
3securing tab4card
Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)
Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.
Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11).
Open the PCI shroud (see “Opening the PCI Shroud” on page 3. 18).
Locate the PCI-Express card on the system board (see “System Board 4. Components“ on page 14).
Disconnect any cables connected to the card (if applicable). 5. 
Remove the screw that...

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Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s) 
Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6. 
Remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening (if applicable).2.  

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1securing tab2card connector 
CAUTION:  To  prevent  damage  to  the  PCI-Express  card  ensure  that  the memory module securing clips are in the closed position.
Align the card with the card connector on the system board. 3. 
Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card 4. is firmly seated in the slot. If you are installing the PCI-Express x16 card, push the securing tab and insert the card in the connector.
Connect any cables...

CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) 
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You  can  increase  your  computer  memory  by  installing  memory  modules on  the system  board.  See  the  specifications  in  your  Desktop  Manual  at  support.dell.com/manuals  for  information  on  the  type  of  memory  supported by  your  computer.  Install  only  memory  modules  that  are  supported  by  your computer.
NOTE:  Memory  modules  purchased  from  Dell  or  Alienware  are  covered under your computer warranty. 
CHAPTER 4: MEMORY MODULE(S)...

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CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) 
Memory Module(s)
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  covers,  bezels,  filler  brackets,  front-panel  inserts,  etc.) removed.
WARNING:  To  guard  against  electrical...

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CHAPTER 7: MEMORY MODULE(S) 
Removing the Memory Module(s)
Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.
Remove the left side-panel (see “Removing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 2. 11).
Locate the memory-module connectors on the system board (see “System 3. 
Board Components“ on page 14).
WARNING: The memory module(s) may become very hot during normal operation. Allow the memory module(s) to cool before touching them.
NOTE: For  better  access  to  the  memory  module(s),  remove  the...

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Aurora-R2
TypeSlots
1066 MHz and I333 MHz DDR3Slots 1 and 2 or slots 1 — 4
Replacing the Memory Module(s)
Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 1. 6.
Recommended memory configuration:
Aurora/Aurora ALX
TypeSlots
1066 MHz and I333 MHz DDR3Slots 1, 3, and 5 or slots 1 — 6
1600 MHz XMPSlots 1, 3, and 5  

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Insert the memory module into the memory-module connector until the 3. memory module snaps into position.
If  you  insert  the  memory  module  correctly,  the  securing  clips  snap  into  the cutouts at each end of the memory module.
NOTE If  the  memory  module  is  not  installed  properly,  the  computer  may not boot.
To replace the graphics card, see “Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)” on 4. page 33.
Replace the left side-panel (see “Replacing the Left Side-Panel“ on page 5. 11).
Connect...

CHAPTER 8: FANS 
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CHAPTER 8: FANS
CHAPTER 8: FANS