Dell C500 manual Before You Begin

Before You Begin : Dell Latitude C600/C500 Series Service Manual

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Before You Begin

Dell™ Latitude™ C600/C500 Series Service Manual

Preparing to Work Inside the Computer

Recommended Tools

Screw Identification

Preparing to Work Inside the Computer

NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your system. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer.

1.Make sure that the work surface is clean to prevent scratching the computer cover.

2.Save any work in progress and close all open application programs.

3.Turn off the computer and all attached devices.

NOTE: Make sure the computer is turned off and not in suspend-to-disk or hibernate mode. If you cannot shut down the computer using the computer's operating system, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds.

4.Make sure the computer is undocked.

5.Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.

6.To avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any attached devices.

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