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Flat orange ribbon cable with printed circuitry and connector ends

DELL

DELL Alienware m16 R1 RGB Keyboard Backlight Cable 8V1CG

SKU CH-1FKB-69AZS

Genuine Dell OEM ribbon cable linking the per-key RGB keyboard backlight to the MCU board on Alienware m16 R1 laptops

  • Genuine Dell OEM part ensures exact fit
  • Connects per-key RGB keyboard to MCU board
  • Compatible with Alienware m16 R1 and AMD models
  • Replaces part numbers 8V1CG and 450.0RV0A.0011
  • New condition ribbon cable for reliable backlighting

Genuine Dell OEM Keyboard Backlight Cable

This is a genuine Dell OEM ribbon cable for the Alienware m16 R1 and m16 R1 AMD laptops. It connects the optional RGB per-key keyboard backlighting to the MCU junction board under the palmrest. The part number is 8V1CG.

Replaces Damaged or Failing Original Cable

This cable replaces the factory-installed flex cable when it becomes damaged or fails to transmit lighting signals. The repair is worth it when individual key illumination stops working or the backlight flickers across the keyboard.

Suits Owners of Compatible Alienware Models

This part suits technicians or owners servicing an Alienware m16 R1 or m16 R1 AMD equipped with the optional RGB per-key keyboard. It is not for laptops without that specific keyboard option or for any other Dell or Alienware model.

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Price $5.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameDell

Questions about this item

Does the 8V1CG ribbon cable reach the MCU junction board under the palmrest of the Alienware m16 R1?

Yes, the cable is designed to connect the RGB per-key keyboard backlight to the MCU junction board mounted beneath the palmrest on Alienware m16 R1 and m16 R1 AMD models.

Which connector must be detached first when replacing the backlight cable on the Alienware m16 R1?

Disconnect the battery before lifting the palmrest, then unplug the ribbon from the MCU junction board before releasing the keyboard-side connector.

When should the 8V1CG cable be inspected or swapped on an Alienware m16 R1?

Replace the cable if per-key RGB lighting flickers, shows dead zones, or fails completely after ruling out software and firmware causes.

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