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Alienware X51 RAM Replacement

Alienware X51 RAM Replacement

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The Alienware X51 R1, R2, and R3 shut down randomly when a computer's RAM starts to fail. This can be problematic with wear but is easy to fix with basic tooling. Before beginning the repair, a user must have a Phillips-head screwdriver and two eight-gigabyte RAM memory cards for a total of sixteen gigabytes.

NOTE: use an anti-static wrist strap when working to prevent circuitry damage.

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  1. Alienware X51 RAM Replacement, Front Panel: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Place the PC so the name "Alienware" is on top and facing you.

    • Slide the front panel towards you and lift up.

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    • Fully disconnect the panel by unplugging the lighting cord going into the PC's internal system.

    • Remove the front panel from the rest of the device.

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    • Remove the two 2.0 mm screws holding the fan protector in place using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

    • Remove the protector holding the fan in.

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    • Disconnect the Molex KK connector from the fan.

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    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to loosen the four spring screws around the fan until you hear a click.

    • Gently pull back the clips and remove the fan by pulling it out.

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    • Disconnect the optical-drive data and power cable.

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    • Remove the one 1.0 mm screw using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

    • Remove the disc drive from the PC.

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    • Pull apart the clips that hold the RAM sticks in place.

    • Remove the RAM sticks.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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