Computer major components
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Cables
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29
Misc Parts
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30
Drives
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31
Misc Boards
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31
Sequential Part Number Listing
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Serial ATA (SATA) Drive Guidelines and Features
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34
SATA Hard Drives
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34
SATA Hard Drive Cables
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34
SATA Data Cable
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34
SMART ATA Drives
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Hard Drive Capacities
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Routine Care and Disassembly Preparation
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Electrostatic Discharge Information
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36
Generating Static
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Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment
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37
Personal Grounding Methods and Equipment
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Grounding the Work Area
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Recommended Materials and Equipment
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Operating Guidelines
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Routine Care
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General Cleaning Safety Precautions
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Cleaning the Computer Case
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Cleaning the Keyboard
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Cleaning the Monitor
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Cleaning the Mouse
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Service Considerations
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Power Supply Fan
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Tools and Software Requirements
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Screws
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Cables and Connectors
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42
Hard Drives
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42
Lithium Coin Cell Battery
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42
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Removal and Replacement Procedures – Microtower Chassis
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Serviceability Features
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43
Preparation for Disassembly
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Access Panel
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