Alienware Aurora R11 Service Manual

Removing the 850 W power-supply unit

NOTE Note the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can route them correctly after you replace the power-supply unit.

The following images indicate the location of the power-supply unit and provides a visual representation of the removal procedure.

Image: Removing the 850 W power-supply unit

Remove the two screws (#6-32) that secure the power-supply unit bracket to the power-supply unit cage.
Lift the power-supply unit bracket off the power-supply unit cage.
Slide the power-supply unit cage release latches to the unlock position.
Lift the power-supply unit cage and rotate the power-supply unit cage away from the chassis.
Press the releasing clip on the power-cable connectors and disconnect all the power cables from the power-supply unit.
Remove the four screws (#6-32) that secure the power-supply unit to the chassis.
Slide and lift the power-supply unit, along with the cables, off the chassis.