Dell Alienware x15 R1 How-To Install & Replace Your Touchpad


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Touchpad on your Alienware x15 R1 laptop. These installation instructions have been made into 6 easy to follow printable steps. We have also created a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Alienware x15 R1 Touchpad.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
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Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x Phillips #0 screwdriver
  • 1 x Phillips #1 screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
Alienware x15 R1 Touchpad

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Installation and Removal Instructions
Alienware x15 R1 Touchpad

Before you begin: If you need help at any point, you can always contact Parts-People Laptop Repair Department for help with your diagnosis or repair.

Step 1

Use a Phillips Screwdriver to loosen the

Step 2

Use a Phillips Screwdriver to loosen the Use a Plastic Scribe to pry apart and remove the Bottom Base Cover.Use a Phillips Screwdriver to loosen the Use a Phillips Screwdriver to loosen the
Disconnect the Battery.

Step 3

Disconnect the Battery.Unscrew and remove the battery (6 x M2 x 4mm).Disconnect the Battery.
Unscrew and remove the keyboard controller board bracket (2mm x 1.9mm).

Step 4

  • Unscrew and remove the keyboard controller board bracket (2mm x 1.9mm).
Unscrew and remove the keyboard controller board bracket (2mm x 1.9mm).Unscrew and remove the keyboard controller board bracket (2mm x 1.9mm).
Unclip the locking tabs and disconnect the keyboard controller cables.

Step 5

  • Unclip the locking tabs and disconnect the keyboard controller cables.
Unclip the locking tabs and disconnect the keyboard controller cables.Unclip the locking tabs and disconnect the keyboard controller cables.
Peel away the tape to expose the upper touchpad screws.

Step 6

  • Peel away the tape to expose the upper touchpad screws.
  • Unscrew and remove the Touchpad (5 x 1.2mm x 1.5mm) (4 x 2mm x 1.9mm).
  • ***FOLLOW THESE STEPS IN REVERSE TO REINSTALL YOUR PART.
Peel away the tape to expose the upper touchpad screws.Unscrew and remove the Touchpad (5 x 1.2mm x 1.5mm) (4 x 2mm x 1.9mm).***FOLLOW THESE STEPS IN REVERSE TO REINSTALL YOUR PART.Peel away the tape to expose the upper touchpad screws.
Alienware x15 R1 Touchpad

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