Can I replace the MOBO myself ??

Hi all,

Well I have posted my M15x issue already. It was burned coz I tucked it in the sleeve after playing crysis for 2 hrs. I wasn't sure if it was MOBO until a few days back the repairer confirmed it and said that it was beyond repair. Right now none of the repairers have the M15x mobo available but if I manage to find one;

** Can I replace it myself ?? **

What are the precautions that I should take?

Please be detailed and also link me to any guides if possible!

Regards
-Saadleo

 

Yes, you can. You have to completely tear down the system, I've done it once, not because I had to replace the mobo, only for for looking up some chips on the board... and for fun

You'll need an ESD mat and wristband, the service manual, a bit common sense and a lot of care. Ah, and a screwdriver, thermal paste and enough time will come in handy as well.

Get the service manual here: Alienware: Online Documentation

Take care with the cables, if you have to use force to unplug them, you're doing something wrong. Always check the manual or take a close look at the connector before removing cables.

 

Thank you so much slv7 for the advice. Do u have to take off the lcd assembly too?

 

What if I put all the components on a glass made table? would that be ok?

 

I can't remember whether it's necessary to remove the LCD assembly... but even if, it's easy enough.

A lot of people don't bother about ESD protection, and ahances that you kill anything when not using ESD protection are small, but you will never see me recommending or telling anyone to do so.

 

Ahan! thanks buddy, that was alot of help. I have spent enough money on lazy repairers already. I'll do it myself this time.

 

the display doesn't have to be taken off but its recommended since you don't want to scratch it by accident. for the display just disconnect the wires under the keyboard and unscrew the mount from the main body, that way the lid and display can be kept as a whole.

 

to OP, widezu put up a price check for his M15x part out. You could pm him abd see how much he would want for it, if he is still parting it out. I know he listed the mobo in the part out. Gluck.

 

Thanks @ Inap .. I will try that soon

Thanks @ Khetik.. I am in touch with him, lets see if the deal comes through

 

Here is some video you can look over if you need to .

Alienware M15x Teardown 1 of 3 **READ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PRIOR TO REPLACING PARTS** (Official Video) - YouTube

 

Thanks dude, I have already checked that! Now I am waiting for the widezu69.