Alienware m15 R7 AMD Service Manual page 33

Installing the rear-I/O cover
Prerequisites
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.
About this task
The following image(s) indicate the location of the rear-I/O cover and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.
Steps
1. With the correct orientation, slide the rear I/O-cover into the palm-rest and keyboard assembly, and snap it into place.
NOTE: To avoiding damaging your computer, ensure the Tron-light cable is not pinched before snapping the rear I/O-cover
into place.
2. Replace the three screws (M2x2) that secure the rear I/O-cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
3. Replace the two screws (M2.5x5) that secure the rear I/O-cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
4. Connect the Tron-light cable to the system board.
Next steps
1. Install the base cover.
2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
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