Dell Alienware x17 R2 How-To Install & Replace Your Audio Port


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Audio Port on your Alienware x17 R2 laptop. These installation instructions have been made into 8 easy to follow printable steps. We have also created a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Alienware x17 R2 Audio Port.

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 small Phillips #0 screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
Alienware x17 R2 Audio Port

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Video tutorial repair manual



Installation and Removal Instructions
Alienware x17 R2 Audio Port

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

Step 1

TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 Screwdriver and a

Step 2

TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 Screwdriver and a Unscrew the bottom base cover (2 X 2.5mm x 9mm) (4 X captive screws) (2 x M2.5 x 5mm).Pry apart and remove the Bottom Base Cover.TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 Screwdriver and a
Disconnect the Battery Cable.

Step 3

  • Disconnect the Battery Cable.
Disconnect the DC Jack cable.

Step 4

  • Disconnect the DC Jack cable.
Unclip the locking tab and disconnect the left and right LED cables.

Step 5

  • Unclip the locking tab and disconnect the left and right LED cables.
Unclip the locking tab and disconnect the left and right LED cables.Unclip the locking tab and disconnect the left and right LED cables.Unclip the locking tab and disconnect the left and right LED cables.Unclip the locking tab and disconnect the left and right LED cables.
Unscrew the rear I/O cover (2 x M2.5 x 5mm).

Step 6

  • Unscrew the rear I/O cover (2 x M2.5 x 5mm).
  • Slide off the Rear I/O Cover.
  • ***FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL STEPS IN REVERSE TO REASSEMBLE YOUR LAPTOP.
Unscrew the rear I/O cover (2 x M2.5 x 5mm).Slide off the Rear I/O Cover.
Disconnect the audio cable.

Step 7

  • Disconnect the audio cable.
  • Disconnect the I/O board cable.
Disconnect the audio cable.Disconnect the I/O board cable.
Remove the audio port.

Step 8

  • Remove the audio port.
  • ***FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL STEPS IN REVERSE TO REASSEMBLE YOUR LAPTOP.
Remove the audio port.***FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL STEPS IN REVERSE TO REASSEMBLE YOUR LAPTOP.Remove the audio port.
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