Dell Vostro 5415 Vostro 14 5415 Service Manual - Page 6
Working inside your computer, Before working inside your computer, Safety instructions
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1 Working inside your computer Topics: • Before working inside your computer • Safety instructions • Electrostatic discharge-ESD protection • ESD field service kit • Transporting sensitive components • After working inside your computer Before working inside your computer About this task NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered. Steps 1. Save and close all open files and exit all open applications. 2. Shut down your computer. Click Start > Power > Shut down. NOTE: If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation of your operating system for shut-down instructions. 3. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets. 4. Disconnect all attached network devices and peripherals, such as keyboard, mouse, and monitor from your computer. CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug the cable from the network device. 5. Remove any media card and optical disc from your computer, if applicable. Safety instructions Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that you have read the safety information that shipped with your computer. WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that is shipped with your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. WARNING: Disconnect your computer from all power sources before opening the computer cover or panels. After you finish working inside the computer, replace all covers, panels, and screws before connecting your computer to an electrical outlet. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the computer, ensure that the work surface is flat, dry, and clean. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the components and cards, handle them by their edges, and avoid touching the pins and the contacts. 6 Working inside your computer