07/01/2021

Alienware 15 R3 P69F Tear Down Disassemble

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Alienware 15 R3 Teardown Guide

Overview

  • Model: Alienware 15 R3 (P69F)
  • Purpose: To investigate liquid damage and explore upgrade possibilities.

External Disassembly

  • Screws: Remove seven Phillips screws from the laptop’s bottom panel.
  • Back Plate Removal: Pop open the back plate to access internal components.

Internal Components

  1. Secondary Hard Drive Bay: Space for an additional 2.5-inch hard drive.
  2. Primary M.2 SSD Drive: 256GB PCIe M.2 SSD (can be upgraded).
  3. RAM: DDR4 RAM slots with 8GB modules installed (upgradable to 32GB).
  4. Additional M.2 Slot: For extra M.2 drive installation.
  5. Battery: 4404T2R, can be replaced by unscrewing and disconnecting.
  6. Wi-Fi Card: Easily removable.
  7. CMOS Battery: For resetting the motherboard.
  8. Fans and Heat Sinks: CPU and GPU cooling; can be cleaned or thermal paste reapplied.

Motherboard Analysis

  • Damage Check: Look for signs of corrosion from liquid spill, particularly around the power delivery area.
  • Replacement: For motherboard replacement, refer to the model number LA-D751P, Revision 1.0.

Keyboard and Other Components

  • Keyboard: Replaceable; involves removing additional screws and possibly the entire palm rest.
  • Speakers: Easily replaceable, model number CN8H1VC.
  • Power Button: Located on a separate small board, be careful not to damage it during disassembly.

LCD Screen Removal

  • Procedure: Unscrew the hinge screws and disconnect the display cables. The entire LCD assembly can be removed or replaced.

Reassembly Tips

  • Be cautious with delicate cables and connectors.
  • Ensure all screws are placed back in their correct positions.
  • Careful handling of the motherboard and other sensitive components is crucial.

This guide provides an overview of the major components and steps involved in disassembling an Alienware 15 R3 laptop. If you need more detailed instructions for a specific part or step, feel free to ask!

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