Dell Alienware Aurora R3 Service Manual

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Back to Contents PageTop VentAlienware Aurora Service ManualRemoving the Top VentReplacing the Top VentRemoving the Top Vent1. 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 bestpractices 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 yourcomputer 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 isnot covered by your warranty.CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metalsurface (such as a connector on your computer).1 screws (10)