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Before Working on Your Computer
This document provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that:
•You have performed the steps in "Before Working on Your Computer" on page 9.
•You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer.
•When replacing a component, you have already removed the original, if installed.
NOTE: The color of your system and certain system components may appear differently than shown in this document.
Recommended Tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
•Small
•Phillips screwdriver
•Small plastic scribe
•Flash BIOS update (see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com)
Before Working on Your Computer
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your own personal safety.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.
Before Working on Your Computer
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