Alienware M17X R4 owner manual Removing the Graphics-Card, Assembly

17	Removing the Graphics-Card
	Assembly

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/ regulatory_compliance.

WARNING: The graphics-card assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Ensure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

Prerequsites

1Remove the battery pack. See "Removing the Battery Pack" on page 12.

2Remove the compartment door. See "Removing the Compartment Door" on page 14.

3Remove the graphics-card heat sink fan. See "Removing the Graphics-Card Heat Sink Fan" on page 26.

32 Removing the Graphics-Card Assembly