Dell Alienware M18x (Early 2011) User Manual
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1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Align the four captive screws on the processor heat-sink with the screw holes on the system board and tighten the screws in sequential order (indicated
on the processor heat-sink).
3.
Replace the palm-rest assembly (see
Replacing the Palm Rest
).
4.
Replace the display assembly (see
Replacing the Display Assembly
).
5.
Replace the macro keyboard (see
Replacing the Macro Keyboard
).
6.
Replace the keyboard (see
Replacing the Keyboard
).
7.
Replace the center control cover (see
Replacing the Center Control Cover
).
8.
Replace the base cover (see
Replacing the Base Cover
).
9.
Replace the battery pack (see
Replacing the Battery Pack
).
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CAUTION:
Incorrect alignment of the processor heat-sink can damage the processor.
NOTE:
The original thermal grease can be reused if the original processor heat-sink is reinstalled. If the processor heat-sink is replaced, use the thermal
grease provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.
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.