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Overview | System Power Supply |
Recommended Tools | |
Precautionary Measures | Riser Board |
Internal Views | System Board Components |
Computer Cover | Expansion Cards |
Eject and Power Buttons | Memory |
Control Panel | Microprocessor/Cooling Fan/Heat Sink Assembly |
Chassis Intrusion Switch | System Battery |
Drives | System Board |
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Overview
This section provides procedures for removing and replacing the components, assemblies, and subassemblies in the Dell OptiPlex small form- factor chassis GX200 system.
Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist:
•You have performed the steps in "Precautionary Measures."
•You have removed the computer cover.
•You can replace or reinstall a part by performing the removal procedure in reverse order unless additional information is provided.
Recommended Tools
Most of the procedures in this manual require the use of one or more of the following tools:
•Small
•Wide
•#1 and #2
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Also, use a wrist grounding strap as explained in "Precautionary Measures."
Precautionary Measures
Before you perform any procedures in this manual, take a few moments to read the following caution for your personal safety and to prevent damage to the system from electrostatic discharge (ESD).
CAUTION: FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY AND PROTECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT
Before you start to work on the system, perform the following steps in the sequence listed:
1.Turn off the computer and all peripherals.
2.Disconnect the computer and peripherals from their electrical outlets. Also, disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer. Doing so reduces the potential for personal injury or shock.
3.If you are disconnecting a peripheral from the computer or are removing a component from the system board, wait 10 to 20 seconds after disconnecting the computer from the electrical outlet before disconnecting the peripheral or removing the component to avoid