Entering the service tag in the bios – Dell Alienware M14x (Early 2011) User Manual
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14.
Replace the memory module(s) (see
Replacing the Memory Module(s)
).
15.
Follow the instructions from
step 5
to
step 7
in
Replacing the Hard Drive
.
16.
Follow the instructions from
step 7
to
step 9
in
Replacing the Optical Drive
.
17.
Replace the Mini-Card(s) (see
Replacing the Mini-Card(s)
).
18.
Replace the battery pack (see
Replacing the Battery Pack
).
19.
Replace the base cover (see
Replacing the Base Cover
).
20.
Replace any cards or blank that you removed from the 9-in-1 Media Card reader.
21.
Turn on the computer.
22.
Enter the service tag (see
Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS
Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS
1.
Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly.
2.
Turn on the computer.
3.
Press
4.
Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in the Set Service Tag field.
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CAUTION:
Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may
result in damage to the computer.
NOTE:
After you have replaced the system board, enter the computer Service Tag into the BIOS of the replacement system board.