Gateway GT5436E 8511861 - Gateway Computer Hardware Reference for Windows Vist - Page 37
Opening the case
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www.gateway.com Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to internal components. Removing the side panel Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 30. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button for ten seconds to drain any residual power from your computer. 4 Remove the two thumbscrews on the side panel cover. Thumbscrews 5 Swing the side panel away from the back of your computer, then pull the panel off. 31