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    Internal Expresscard cable - where could I get one?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by simonappleton, Sep 10, 2012.

  1. simonappleton

    simonappleton Notebook Enthusiast

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    Does anyone know where I might source one for a m17x r2? It's the flat right angle cable that joins the motherboard and i/o board.

    I managed to tip some wine into my m17x, and brick it. I've found damage on that cable, so I'm hoping as a first step replacing the cable might help... then it's the motherboard :-(

    s
     
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    homank76 Alienware/Dell Enthusiast

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    I'm not really sure what part you're looking for, but you can try Parts People for your search.
     
    homank76, Sep 10, 2012
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    shinji257 Notebook Deity

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    Did you try getting in touch with Dell Spare Parts? They might have the part in stock that they can sell you. I think they can supply the parts even if the system is out of warranty. They just need the service tag. At the very minimum you probably will be able to get a part number that can be used to find the part elsewhere.
     
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  4. simonappleton

    simonappleton Notebook Enthusiast

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    Good idea - they couldn't help, bar letting me know that it's a TMM14 assembly cable flexible printed circuit card reader, so some progress!

    simonA
     
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    Alienware-Natalia_J Company Representative

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    We do have that part available, if you are located in the US, send us an e-mail to [email protected] with your service tag, phone number and best time to reach you. Include the link to this thread and my name. We will get back to you as soon as possible.
     
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    simonappleton Notebook Enthusiast

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    Many thanks - I'm in UK but have dropped you a line anyway.

    simonA
     
    simonappleton, Sep 10, 2012
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