HP TouchSmart 9100 Preparing Your Computer for Wall-Mounting - Page 5

Before Opening the Computer To avoid injury and equipment damage when opening the HP TouchSmart PC, always complete the following steps in order: 1 Remove any media and external devices (such as any CD, DVD, memory cards, USB devices, or external hard disk drives) from the HP TouchSmart PC. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the HP TouchSmart PC or optional equipment. Ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. 2 Tap the Windows Start button® , and then tap Shut Down. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock or hot surfaces, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet, and allow the internal system components to cool before touching them. 3 After the system has completely shut down, disconnect the power adapter (A) from the back of the HP TouchSmart PC. A 4 Remove the connector cover by inserting your finger under the gap on the bottom-left side of the cover (B) to open it slightly, and then lift the cover off. B Preparing Your Computer for Wall-Mounting 3