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    Alienware 17R4 power board cable replacement

    Discussion in '2015+ Alienware 13 / 15 / 17' started by LaptopGamingGeek, Mar 17, 2021.

  1. LaptopGamingGeek

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    Hi guys,

    I've broken the power button cable on my 17R4. The board itself is fine, I just need the cable.

    A quick Google seems to find other cables that match the spec so I wondered if I just buy one of them will it work, as I can't seem to fine OEM ones online to purchase...

    Thanks guys,
     
    LaptopGamingGeek, Mar 17, 2021
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    I think you're good regardless. What part broke?
     
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    LaptopGamingGeek, Mar 17, 2021
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    That's totally the part. You should be fine.
     
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    It's not in-stock though mate not sure where else I can get it. But I can find similar spec cables... Can I just use one of those?
     
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    Thank you! I've now been able to find it everywhere now! Found one in my native UK job done! Thanks for your help sir!
     
    LaptopGamingGeek, Mar 17, 2021
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