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Before You Begin
Turn Off Your Computer and Connected
Devices
CAUTION:
To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit
all open programs before you turn off your computer.
1
Save and close all open files and exit all open programs.
2
Click
Start
and
click
Shut down
.
Microsoft Windows shuts down and then the computer turns off.
NOTE:
If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation of
your operating system for shut-down instructions.
3
Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
4
Disconnect all telephone cables, network cables, and attached devices from your
computer.
5
Press and hold the power button for about 5 seconds, after the computer is
unplugged, to ground the system board.
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and
ensure your personal safety.
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 dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING:
Disconnect all power sources before opening the
computer cover or panels. After you finish working inside the
computer, replace all covers, panels, and screws before connecting to
the power source.
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the computer, ensure that the work
surface is flat and clean.
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the components and cards, handle
them by their edges and avoid touching pins and contacts.
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Summary of Contents for Alienware M17x R4
Page 43: ...Removing the Center Control Cover 43 1 media control keys cable 1...
Page 59: ...Removing the Display Assembly 59 1 display assembly 2 screws 6 1 2...
Page 68: ...68 Removing the Bluetooth Card 1 Bluetooth card cable 2 Bluetooth card 3 screw 1 3 2...
Page 71: ...Removing the Speakers 71 1 speakers 2 2 screws 4 3 speakers cable 1 2 3...
