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Removing the Computer Cover, Replacing the Computer Cover

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Removing the Computer Cover 1. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. 2. Remove all removable media, such as compact discs, from the computer. 3. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. 4. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices. CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to the internal components of the computer. 5. Remove the two screws on the rear of the computer (1) that secure the cover to the computer chassis. 6. Slide the computer cover forward about 1.3 cm (½ inch), then lift it off the unit (2). Figure 2-1 Removing the Computer Cover Replacing the Computer Cover 1. Place the computer cover on the chassis about 1.3 cm (½ inch) in front of the final position and slide it back into place until it stops (1). 2. Replace the two screws that secure the cover to the chassis (2). Figure 2-2 Replacing the Computer Cover 6 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW

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Removing the Computer Cover
1.
Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.
2.
Remove all removable media, such as compact discs, from the computer.
3.
Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.
4.
Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices.
CAUTION:
Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as
long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord to
avoid damage to the internal components of the computer.
5.
Remove the two screws on the rear of the computer (1) that secure the cover to the computer
chassis.
6.
Slide the computer cover forward about 1.3 cm (½ inch), then lift it off the unit (2).
Figure 2-1
Removing the Computer Cover
Replacing the Computer Cover
1.
Place the computer cover on the chassis about 1.3 cm (½ inch) in front of the final position and
slide it back into place until it stops (1).
2.
Replace the two screws that secure the cover to the chassis (2).
Figure 2-2
Replacing the Computer Cover
6
Chapter 2
Hardware Upgrades
ENWW