2.4 Removing the power supply

You must remove the power supply unit (PSU) before you can install a central processing unit (CPU) and other system components.

To remove the PSU:

1.Lay the system on its side on a flat, stable surface.

2.Disconnect the optical drive and floppy disk drive power plugs.

3.Remove the screw that secures the PSU to the chassis.

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4.Slide the PSU to the left until

the side hook is disengaged from the chassis.

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Push the PSU towards the front

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panel for about half an inch.

 

 

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Lift the PSU slightly

 

 

 

 

 

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7.Disconnect the power plugs on the motherboard.

8.Set the PSU aside.

When removing the PSU, make sure to hold or support it firmly. The unit may accidentally drop and damage the other system components.

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