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Before You Begin Be sure to read the items below before you attempt to upgrade or service your computer. • These procedures assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment. • Set up an equipment log to record the system model and serial numbers, all installed options, and other information about the system. If you need this information, it will be easier to consult the log than to open up and examine the system. • You will need a #2 Phillips screwdriver and a medium flat-blade screwdriver. We recommend that you use an antistatic wrist strap and a conductive foam pad when working on the system. 36 Getting Help • Disconnect the system from any telecommunications links, networks, or modems, and then disconnect the system power source before performing any of the procedures described in this chapter. Failure to do so before you open the system or do any procedures can result in personal injury or equipment damage. Before you can add memory, replace or insert add-in cards, change the battery, or add drives to your system, you first need to remove the computer covers and any components that may be in the way. The following table summarizes what components need to be removed for each task. Task Components to remove Add or remove memory Back panel, right side panel Replace battery Back panel, right side panel Add or replace add-in Back panel, right side panel, fan, cards expansion slot cover Add or replace drives Back panel, right side panel, left side panel, bay insert

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36
Getting Help
Before You Begin
Be sure to read the items below before you attempt
to upgrade or service your computer.
•
These procedures assume familiarity with the
general terminology associated with personal
computers and with the safety practices and
regulatory compliance required for using and
modifying electronic equipment.
•
Set up an equipment log to record the system
model and serial numbers, all installed options,
and other information about the system. If you
need this information, it will be easier to consult
the log than to open up and examine the system.
•
You will need a #2 Phillips screwdriver and a
medium flat-blade screwdriver. We recommend
that you use an antistatic wrist strap and a
conductive foam pad when working on the
system.
•
Disconnect the system from any
telecommunications links, networks, or modems,
and then disconnect the system power source
before performing any of the procedures
described in this chapter. Failure to do so before
you open the system or do any procedures can
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
Before you can add memory, replace or insert add-in
cards, change the battery, or add drives to your
system, you first need to remove the computer covers
and any components that may be in the way. The
following table summarizes what components need
to be removed for each task.
Task
Components to remove
Add or remove memory
Back panel, right side panel
Replace battery
Back panel, right side panel
Add or replace add-in
cards
Back panel, right side panel, fan,
expansion slot cover
Add or replace drives
Back panel, right side panel, left
side panel, bay insert