This was my first gaming laptop. I love this thing. Brought it with a 765m gpu and upgraded to a 980m down the line. It was a great system until I started getting random restarts and couldn't figure out how to fix.
@@Swoop. my 2014 alienware 14 inch ? only work if I press the F1 key when booting up its the battery!!? not a big deal I dont think? for my machine only use it for dawn of wars and Age of Empire games ?
You have the best laptop restoration videos on RUclips period. The dedication, hardwork, patience and passion in your work shows without a doubt and I never ever regret subscribing. Keep up the fine work, you are an inspiration to me. I like that final reveal btw!
I love this machine. I ran mine with a 4930mx and a 1070, both using aftermarket heatsinks to keep cool. This laptop is a great machine for those who want to start/learn how to modify laptops.
I have an alienware 18 from 2013. Still use it everyday. Playing Path of the righteous today! Play For Honor every day. I think it's been on every day since I got it; that's thousands and thousands of days!! Still works flawlessly.
We are now in 2024, though I have other Laptop and a Desktop (gaming one), I'm working right now on a AW 17 R2 (2015) a little different. I love this laptop, it was my first and basically unique gaming laptop (expensive for me in those years), I upgraded it to almost 8.5 TB since it has 4 ssd extra slots, and with the AW Graphics Amplifier (modded in one side of the case so it can fit) can run a 3080. Anyway, what you have done is a SUPERB job, so clean, so smooth, I mean, you tuned it up as a brand new one. Lot of RESPECT for your job!!! And the video edit at the end is like you were promoting AW restoring program (haha), really impresive. Congratulations!!!
Thanks for the online community of Alienware, back in 2015 there was almost no info on the machine, nowdays there are so much stuff that came out and fixes for the machine, it gives me hope to revive my alienware.
@@ComputersAndTechAndAndrew No problem man, you inspired many and more to come. You've just made a better future for a lot of people that was either worried they're gonna break their laptops if they open it, or just never know that dust will become carpet after a while. Much respect and love from Malaysia
@@ComputersAndTechAndAndrew No problem man, you inspired many and more to come. You've just made a better future for a lot of people that was either worried they're gonna break their laptops if they open it, or just never know that dust will become carpet after a while. Much respect and love from Malaysia
Great piece of work. Watching you restore old laptops is such a joy. Keep up the good work. By the way I still have my first laptop which is a Toshiba satellite M45 from 2005 with single core Pentium M still in all original condition. Still works great. Haven’t had a single problem except for the battery.
Hi Andrew I am also restoring my Alienware 17 from 2014. I had replaced the power cord, changed the operating system 4 times, and a few other things before I realized the hard drive was bad. A guy I was dating kindly replaced the hard drive, but snuck off with the SSD. LOL I finally got frustrated and bought a new SSD. I could not get the BIOS to recognize the switched boot order. I tried a few different ways. A friend told me to just remove the old hard drive and force the SSD to boot first which was a great idea because I had already mirrored my hard drive on the SSD so it was ready to go. Super stoked. As you know I'm running Windows 10 because there's some rather stupid reasons that she can't run 11. At some point I downloaded a bunch of drivers as well as the Alienware "Command Center." The customized lights on the machine look amazing. It was worth looking up the software. The machine stutters even on a brand new SSD. Do you know what I have overlooked? Thanks! *If anyone asks I'll tell the funny story of how I got it. :)
An awesome video. I really want to restore my 2013 UK model with much lower specs (765m, fewer gigs of RAM). It gave me a lot of unexpected problems down the years but is my favourite laptop ever. It has a 'permanent battery failure' message now (that I expected as the battery/charging was playing up for years) and it also just turns off when connected to the mains after 2-3 hours. So I would guess there might also be a motherboard issue (?). I turned it on yesterday and before it shut down after a few hours (after Startup Repair had finished) the BIOS diagnostics said there was an excessive heat issue. I have no doubt the insides need a HUGE clean, and likely a repair to the thermal paste/heat sinks. I don't know whether to start trying to take it apart and fix it all up with a new battery and other parts (I am only a beginner!), or recover all the data from the very old HDD by removing it (there is a lot of priceless family photos etc on there). It's a Windows 7 machine (and I have the discs), which I love, but swapping out the HDD for an SDD means a new install of the OS along with everything else :/
i have one of these and I love it, i put lots of money to it and upgraded everything, got a i7 4940mx, gtx 980m and 32gb ram and i love it, nice video btw.
Hi Andrew i love your videos…they are so satisfying and relaxing… you do as if no pressure at all and love your calm voice with some funny comments…. Just curious which country are you from?
I still have this laptop (it’s my first too) and I added some ram and storage. I still use this for gaming. I just plug it into a monitor and a keyboard & mouse and it works great.
Eu tenho esse alienware 17 R1, não sabia que dava pra fazer tudo isso 😂 estou feliz em ter encontrado o seu vídeo já me inscrevi, cara eu só tenho medo de acabar quebrando ele ao tentar fazer, mas o seu vídeo é maravilhoso obrigado amigo.
I had this exact model a few years back - Unfortunately got rid of it due to performance issues but I think nowadays I could've fixed them with a bit of care and restoration
The B rolls INSANE!!! Just 2 questions in my mind 1. What do you do after restoration do you sell it? 2. What all parameters to check before buying a used laptop according to you.
just beautiful 😍 I told you before my favorite model line ?. now you make me want the 2014 alienware 18 from Ebay now!!?....YOU ARE SO VERY SKILLED ? SO MOTIVATING?
awesome work as always.. i watch your videos to learn.. i went back to school and the new laptops cost so much.. so better tu buy a broken ore used cheap one... keep it going.. and thank you
17:37 did you replace the thermal pads with new ones or kept the old ones? If you used news ones, as there are more than a couple of different thickness pads available in the market, how do you know which ones to use?
I got the same laptop i got back when it first came out. Was my very first gaming laptop too. I have a nice pc build, but sadly until i get my own apt i dont have space for it so im going back to my good ole alienware. Its still in perfect condition but i have the money to make it alot better so im trying to upgrade it. I got excited when i saw the same exact screwdriver i have haha. Great video!
Is there a way you could show us how to change the battery on this model? My son has this one, loves it but the battery is long dead. Thanks for the help!
I saw u use the windows 10 and can change the color of LED lights around this laptop! Can u tell me how? I can't install the Alienware commond center from dell support!
Amazing work, u inspired me to do same thing i have low end laptop that i am not using i am going to paint it and instal chrome os flex on it, can u please make in depth tutorial on how to paint plastic becouse your paint looks better that factory. Great job realy
Andrew! Give me an advise, i have a lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 2021, when i upgraded the ram, that metal case that is on top of the ram for heat protection, had moved a bit on the left and burned a capacitor/inductor PL202, i removed the burned component and cleaned, everything works but should i worry ? I cant find that exact capactior/inductor here because the laptop is very new.
Where do you buy your parts for M17X R4 .like keyboard also .will this run windows 11 with some modes picked up three or four of em at junk to them sale got four four 85 dollars and 50 dollars. I'm a noob any info thank you .
hello I currently have an alienware model M18x r2 it does not start I changed the processor and I put an SSD and it still does not start it could come from where the failure please
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This was my first gaming laptop. I love this thing. Brought it with a 765m gpu and upgraded to a 980m down the line. It was a great system until I started getting random restarts and couldn't figure out how to fix.
These models are weird about problems, but not too hard to repair
Same, however mine can’t work without being plugged in now. Think it’s a motherboard issue unfortunately
@@Swoop. BATTERY
@@regresoderambo I tried a replacement battery didn’t work, computer won’t even boot with a full charge battery inside unless plugged in
@@Swoop. my 2014 alienware 14 inch ? only work if I press the F1 key when booting up its the battery!!? not a big deal I dont think? for my machine only use it for dawn of wars and Age of Empire games ?
Man really Love the Restoration and upgrades keepp it up
You have the best laptop restoration videos on RUclips period. The dedication, hardwork, patience and passion in your work shows without a doubt and I never ever regret subscribing. Keep up the fine work, you are an inspiration to me. I like that final reveal btw!
I love this machine. I ran mine with a 4930mx and a 1070, both using aftermarket heatsinks to keep cool. This laptop is a great machine for those who want to start/learn how to modify laptops.
Mate 1080m maybe fit?
I have an alienware 18 from 2013. Still use it everyday. Playing Path of the righteous today! Play For Honor every day. I think it's been on every day since I got it; that's thousands and thousands of days!! Still works flawlessly.
Great job! The entire video content was great. This guy knows how to produce excellent content.
19:00 like a epic movie !!!! WOW ! Amazing !
We are now in 2024, though I have other Laptop and a Desktop (gaming one), I'm working right now on a AW 17 R2 (2015) a little different. I love this laptop, it was my first and basically unique gaming laptop (expensive for me in those years), I upgraded it to almost 8.5 TB since it has 4 ssd extra slots, and with the AW Graphics Amplifier (modded in one side of the case so it can fit) can run a 3080. Anyway, what you have done is a SUPERB job, so clean, so smooth, I mean, you tuned it up as a brand new one. Lot of RESPECT for your job!!! And the video edit at the end is like you were promoting AW restoring program (haha), really impresive. Congratulations!!!
So good you have to make it into 2 parts. You never cease to amaze
Haven't checked in in forever just bought this same model and as a long time subscriber I'll be using this wonderful video to help
Thanks for the online community of Alienware, back in 2015 there was almost no info on the machine, nowdays there are so much stuff that came out and fixes for the machine, it gives me hope to revive my alienware.
Beautiful work. I love these inspiring and interesting videos that you make.
Your B roll on this is fantastic, seriously good job with this video buddy.
i've followed your video for a long time, really happy to see your progress and improves a lot. Keep up the good works on restoring old hardware.
Thank you bro :D
Just got this for my 11 yr old. Great video. Such a clean restoration. Love the attention to detail
I can't describe his quality of content, it's very detailed and definitely not stingy on knowledge :D
Thank youu bro :D
@@ComputersAndTechAndAndrew No problem man, you inspired many and more to come. You've just made a better future for a lot of people that was either worried they're gonna break their laptops if they open it, or just never know that dust will become carpet after a while. Much respect and love from Malaysia
@@ComputersAndTechAndAndrew No problem man, you inspired many and more to come. You've just made a better future for a lot of people that was either worried they're gonna break their laptops if they open it, or just never know that dust will become carpet after a while. Much respect and love from Malaysia
Great piece of work. Watching you restore old laptops is such a joy. Keep up the good work. By the way I still have my first laptop which is a Toshiba satellite M45 from 2005 with single core Pentium M still in all original condition. Still works great. Haven’t had a single problem except for the battery.
Incredible restoration as alway🔥
I really love the textured final paint layer you make on your restoration, it looks really cool.
This was wonderful to watch, amazing work!
Got this latop at home, was thinking about restoring it after watching your videos. Now I have decided that it will be done!
Hi Andrew I am also restoring my Alienware 17 from 2014. I had replaced the power cord, changed the operating system 4 times, and a few other things before I realized the hard drive was bad. A guy I was dating kindly replaced the hard drive, but snuck off with the SSD. LOL I finally got frustrated and bought a new SSD. I could not get the BIOS to recognize the switched boot order. I tried a few different ways. A friend told me to just remove the old hard drive and force the SSD to boot first which was a great idea because I had already mirrored my hard drive on the SSD so it was ready to go. Super stoked. As you know I'm running Windows 10 because there's some rather stupid reasons that she can't run 11. At some point I downloaded a bunch of drivers as well as the Alienware "Command Center." The customized lights on the machine look amazing. It was worth looking up the software.
The machine stutters even on a brand new SSD. Do you know what I have overlooked? Thanks! *If anyone asks I'll tell the funny story of how I got it. :)
Hi, did you try to replace your charger with an original one, same specs? If not you can try this.
How did you get it?
Absolute banger of a vid, nice work
Thank youuu bro :D
man i love the new trailer looks after you finished restoring them 😍😍
Thank you bro :D
Beast looks great 😈😈. That water drop paints looks awesome
Bro 2 vids in 1 hour
Amazed!
I wait desperately for your vids
Thank you
For 2 vids today only
Amazing work as always Andrew! This machine is a beast! I'm so glad to see it still rocking after all these years!
DAAANG, this is beautiful. Your job is beatiful. Greetings from Bulgaria. I love to drink my coffee and observe how you work ; ) Its so relaxing :P
Nice video as always andrew!🥰
yo that cinematic after final changes is awesome
I bet that very cinematic lighting at the end took quite a while to set up haha. Your persistence and quality always impresses me
I love your restoration keep it up . One day you will have 1m subs
A pleasure as always! It's very relaxing!
Your restoration video makes me feel very satisfied and very knowledgeable about how to disassemble electronic devices especially laptops
An awesome video. I really want to restore my 2013 UK model with much lower specs (765m, fewer gigs of RAM).
It gave me a lot of unexpected problems down the years but is my favourite laptop ever.
It has a 'permanent battery failure' message now (that I expected as the battery/charging was playing up for years) and it also just turns off when connected to the mains after 2-3 hours. So I would guess there might also be a motherboard issue (?). I turned it on yesterday and before it shut down after a few hours (after Startup Repair had finished) the BIOS diagnostics said there was an excessive heat issue. I have no doubt the insides need a HUGE clean, and likely a repair to the thermal paste/heat sinks.
I don't know whether to start trying to take it apart and fix it all up with a new battery and other parts (I am only a beginner!), or recover all the data from the very old HDD by removing it (there is a lot of priceless family photos etc on there). It's a Windows 7 machine (and I have the discs), which I love, but swapping out the HDD for an SDD means a new install of the OS along with everything else :/
i have one of these and I love it, i put lots of money to it and upgraded everything, got a i7 4940mx, gtx 980m and 32gb ram and i love it, nice video btw.
Can u play all the latest games with these specs? Thx
@@jedg4746 basically almost all, there's some that it cant run but it's very few
Great work,the most deep clean and upgrade for a notebook ever made
You are always best on RUclips great work sir.
awesome cinematography shout out from the philippines
That's awesome @Cat an Andrew this laptop is my favourite. Greetings from Bogotá, Colombia. Good job
⚡power of creativity⚡
Hi Andrew i love your videos…they are so satisfying and relaxing… you do as if no pressure at all and love your calm voice with some funny comments…. Just curious which country are you from?
The best in business. Love your videos ❤️
I still have this laptop (it’s my first too) and I added some ram and storage. I still use this for gaming. I just plug it into a monitor and a keyboard & mouse and it works great.
Long Time no see my friend salutations from Morocco 🇲🇦🇲🇦
what an epic result andrew !
Eu tenho esse alienware 17 R1, não sabia que dava pra fazer tudo isso 😂 estou feliz em ter encontrado o seu vídeo já me inscrevi, cara eu só tenho medo de acabar quebrando ele ao tentar fazer, mas o seu vídeo é maravilhoso obrigado amigo.
Love that i repairing all kind of things
Thanks alot Andrew for your videos. ✊️
I would love to see a 2nd monthly upload, obviously time/work/home etc permitting of course 🥰🥰🥰🥳👍🎉🤩😇 Loving your restorations and upgrades etc 🥳🎉👍
It's always a joy watching ur videos Andrew, keep up the great work
Thank youu bro :D
@@ComputersAndTechAndAndrew keep up the great work man
I had this exact model a few years back - Unfortunately got rid of it due to performance issues but I think nowadays I could've fixed them with a bit of care and restoration
Awesome restoration video
The B rolls INSANE!!!
Just 2 questions in my mind
1. What do you do after restoration do you sell it?
2. What all parameters to check before buying a used laptop according to you.
Best content for geeks like us 👌👌
really awesome 🤩
just beautiful 😍 I told you before my favorite model line ?.
now you make me want the 2014 alienware 18 from Ebay now!!?....YOU ARE SO VERY SKILLED ? SO MOTIVATING?
18 are better, and still pretty expensive, I'm searching for one to restore but still nobody want to sell it, even in bad condition
Great video Andrew!
YOU KNOW WHAT?.... YOU ARE THE BEST!
Thank youu bro :D
awesome work as always.. i watch your videos to learn.. i went back to school and the new laptops cost so much.. so better tu buy a broken ore used cheap one... keep it going.. and thank you
How did you replace the led light strips on top of the speakers?
"So, what are we going to do?"
"Simply, we gonna do nothing here"
that laptop is happy again. nice one!
them that edit was epic at the end
have a great day
Another amazing work on modification of laptop😍👍> Will you sell this laptop?? are you keeping all the laptops that you modify it ?
The lastest takes was something pretty awesome. Lmao. Great job as always!
Great job a great Machine will be a collector item.
Dell marketing division needs some classes from this man.
What kind of liquid are you using for screen cleaning ? İn general I'm using some glasses cleaning liquid and they aren't clean perfectly.
What are thermal pads thickness for all of that?
I still use this model. I have one with 3D emitter and nvidia glasses and is great for gaming or see movies in 3D
Really good work! 👏
awesome paint job
17:37 did you replace the thermal pads with new ones or kept the old ones?
If you used news ones, as there are more than a couple of different thickness pads available in the market, how do you know which ones to use?
amazing video 🙏
Good work broo
these videos are just so good and relaxing
I got the same laptop i got back when it first came out. Was my very first gaming laptop too. I have a nice pc build, but sadly until i get my own apt i dont have space for it so im going back to my good ole alienware. Its still in perfect condition but i have the money to make it alot better so im trying to upgrade it. I got excited when i saw the same exact screwdriver i have haha. Great video!
Another great video! Well done!
Hello. About the drops painting - is this some tehnique of painting or jus the specific paint/spray?
Is there a way you could show us how to change the battery on this model? My son has this one, loves it but the battery is long dead. Thanks for the help!
Just watched this on my Alienware 18. Main laptop since new aug, 2013.
I saw u use the windows 10 and can change the color of LED lights around this laptop! Can u tell me how? I can't install the Alienware commond center from dell support!
Love watching these videos !!
Thank youu bro :D
If there’s some components burned out on the gpu then some part of it can’t be working correctly. They don’t fit redundant components. Nice resto.
How do you repaired LEDS ?
Thanks my friend 🥰😘
Amazing work, u inspired me to do same thing i have low end laptop that i am not using i am going to paint it and instal chrome os flex on it, can u please make in depth tutorial on how to paint plastic becouse your paint looks better that factory. Great job realy
Thank youu bro :D, soon I will do more about painting, like dedicated video just about that
@@ComputersAndTechAndAndrew Cant wait :D
I'm trying to update the GFX in one of these, is it soldered or discrete?
Very impressive!
Thank you.
Andrew! Give me an advise, i have a lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 2021, when i upgraded the ram, that metal case that is on top of the ram for heat protection, had moved a bit on the left and burned a capacitor/inductor PL202, i removed the burned component and cleaned, everything works but should i worry ? I cant find that exact capactior/inductor here because the laptop is very new.
Amazing, saludos 🖖 from argentina 🇦🇷
Disculpa, tengo una igual Alienware 17 del 2013, es practicamente igual que la tuya, que tipo de cargador lleva originalmente?
not sure if anyone noticed but the keyboard is a completely different layout.
Where Did You Get The Cooling fan? Any link?
Beautiful colors OMG!!
i have to 2014 alienware 17, the wifi doent work on it. Most likely a motherboard problem?
Where do you buy your parts for M17X R4 .like keyboard also .will this run windows 11 with some modes picked up three or four of em at junk to them sale got four four 85 dollars and 50 dollars. I'm a noob any info thank you .
hello I currently have an alienware model M18x r2 it does not start I changed the processor and I put an SSD and it still does not start it could come from where the failure please
where did you get the drivers for windows 11