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DELL

DELL Alienware m16 R1 Touchpad Ribbon Cable DWYPX

SKU CH-22C1-3DRKR

Genuine Dell OEM ribbon cable connects the touchpad on Alienware m16 R1 laptops

  • Genuine Dell OEM part ensures exact fit
  • Connects touchpad module to motherboard reliably
  • Compatible with Alienware m16 R1 and AMD variant
  • Part number DWYPX matches service documentation
  • You receive exactly what is pictured

Genuine OEM Touchpad Ribbon Cable

This is a genuine Dell OEM ribbon cable that connects the touchpad module inside the Alienware m16 R1 laptop. It carries the Dell part number DWYPX and the alternate reference 450.RV08.0001. The part is supplied new and matches exactly what is pictured.

Passive Flex Connection

The cable is a passive flexible flat circuit that transmits touchpad signals without active electronics. It draws no power of its own and generates no heat or noise during normal operation. Installation simply routes the flex between the touchpad assembly and the mainboard.

Direct Replacement for Alienware m16 R1

The ribbon fits the Alienware m16 R1 and the Alienware m16 R1 AMD models as a direct replacement for a damaged or worn original cable. It restores the touchpad link without requiring additional adapters or firmware changes. Buyers needing a different laptop connector or a longer flex length cannot use this part.

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Price $3.99
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Specifications

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Brand nameDell

Questions about this item

How do I install the DWYPX ribbon cable on my Alienware m16 R1, and what step is commonly missed?

Route the DWYPX cable through the chassis clips, align the gold contacts with the touchpad connector, and press the ZIF latch down fully; the step often missed is locking the latch before reassembling the palm rest.

What maintenance or replacement will the DWYPX touchpad ribbon cable need over time?

The DWYPX cable itself requires no scheduled maintenance; replace it only if the touchpad becomes intermittent or fails after a drop or liquid exposure.

What is the first limit that appears on the DWYPX ribbon cable during sustained use?

The DWYPX ribbon cable has no active thermal or electrical limit; the first sign of stress is usually physical wear at the fold points after repeated lid cycles.

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