In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Touchpad on your Alienware x15 R1 laptop. These installation instructions have been made into 6 easy to follow printable steps. We have also created a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Alienware x15 R1 Touchpad.
Before you begin
Dell repair manual service precautions
Tools needed for this laptop repair
- 1 x Phillips #0 screwdriver
- 1 x Phillips #1 screwdriver
- 1 x small plastic scribe
Alienware x15 R1 Touchpad
Alienware x15 R1 Touchpad
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Installation and Removal Instructions
Alienware x15 R1 Touchpad
![Before you begin: If you need help at any point, you can always contact Parts-People Laptop Repair Department for help with your diagnosis or repair.](https://www.parts-people.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Alienwarem16-LAPTOP-SERVICE-BLOG-THUMBNAIL-300x169.jpg)
![Before you begin: If you need help at any point, you can always contact Parts-People Laptop Repair Department for help with your diagnosis or repair.](https://www.parts-people.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Alienwarem16-LAPTOP-SERVICE-BLOG-THUMBNAIL-300x169.jpg)
Step 1
- Before you begin: If you need help at any point, you can always contact Parts-People Laptop Repair Department for help with your diagnosis or repair.
![Use a Phillips Screwdriver to loosen the](https://www.parts-people.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/tool-double-300x169.jpg)
![Use a Phillips Screwdriver to loosen the](https://www.parts-people.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/tool-double-300x169.jpg)
Step 2
- Use a Phillips Screwdriver to loosen the Bottom Base Cover screws (4 x M2.5 x 7mm) (2 x captive screws).
- Use a Plastic Scribe to pry apart and remove the Bottom Base Cover.
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![Unscrew and remove the keyboard controller board bracket (2mm x 1.9mm).](https://www.parts-people.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/keyboardcontrollerboardbracket1-300x169.jpg)
![Unscrew and remove the keyboard controller board bracket (2mm x 1.9mm).](https://www.parts-people.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/keyboardcontrollerboardbracket1-300x169.jpg)
Step 4
- Unscrew and remove the keyboard controller board bracket (2mm x 1.9mm).
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![Unclip the locking tabs and disconnect the keyboard controller cables.](https://www.parts-people.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/touchpad3-300x169.jpg)
![Unclip the locking tabs and disconnect the keyboard controller cables.](https://www.parts-people.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/touchpad3-300x169.jpg)
Step 5
- Unclip the locking tabs and disconnect the keyboard controller cables.
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![Peel away the tape to expose the upper touchpad screws.](https://www.parts-people.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/touchpad1-300x169.jpg)
![Peel away the tape to expose the upper touchpad screws.](https://www.parts-people.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/touchpad1-300x169.jpg)
Step 6
- Peel away the tape to expose the upper touchpad screws.
- Unscrew and remove the Touchpad (5 x 1.2mm x 1.5mm) (4 x 2mm x 1.9mm).
- ***FOLLOW THESE STEPS IN REVERSE TO REINSTALL YOUR PART.
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Alienware x15 R1 Touchpad
Alienware x15 R1 Touchpad
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