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Dell Alienware 18 R1 bottom base cover assembly without optical drive slot

DELL

DELL Alienware 18 R1 Bottom Base Cover Assembly No ODD 1WYKD

SKU CH-VBJJ-2A71Q

OEM Dell bottom base cover for Alienware 18 R1 laptops without an optical drive

  • OEM Dell part ensures exact fit for Alienware 18 R1
  • No ODD slot matches laptops without an optical drive
  • Genuine 1WYKD base assembly replaces damaged chassis sections
  • New condition delivers factory-fresh structural integrity
  • Direct compatibility simplifies repair without modification

Dell Alienware 18 R1 Bottom Base Cover

This genuine Dell replacement base assembly fits Alienware 18 R1 laptops built without an optical disc drive. It restores the structural bottom chassis and internal mounting points for motherboard, cooling and storage modules. The part is supplied new and carries Dell part number 1WYKD for exact identification.

Verify your Alienware 18 R1 configuration before

Confirm that your unit originally shipped without an optical drive bay, as this base lacks the ODD cutout and mounting rails. Cross-reference the service tag or existing chassis sticker against part number 1WYKD to ensure the screw pattern and port cutouts align with your specific motherboard revision.

Replaces a cracked, warped

The swap is worthwhile when the original base shows hinge-stress fractures, stripped screw bosses or corrosion from liquid damage. It is not suitable for Alienware 18 R1 units that include an optical drive; those systems require the alternate base assembly with the drive bay aperture.

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Price $17.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameDell

Questions about this item

What does the bottom base cover assembly include and do I need to buy anything else to fit it?

The assembly is the original Dell base for Alienware 18 R1 without an optical drive slot; screws and internal brackets are not included.

How do I confirm this 1WYKD base is the right version for my Alienware 18 R1?

Match the Dell part number 1WYKD and verify your laptop is the Alienware 18 R1 model without an optical disc drive.

What changes when this base is installed in a real machine?

The chassis will no longer have an ODD bay, so an optical drive cannot be fitted and the front bezel will sit flush with the new cover.

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