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Top I/O Panel
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.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets,
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.
Removing the Top I/O Panel
NOTE: Make note of the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can
1Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13.
2Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 17).
3Remove the front bezel (see "Removing the Front Bezel" on page 27).
4Remove the optical drive (see "Removing the Optical Drive" on page 50).
5Remove the top cover (see "Removing the Top Cover" on page 57).
6Disconnect the top I/O panel cables from the system board connectors, F_USB3 and F_AUDIO1 (see "System Board Components" on page 10).
7Remove the two screws that secure the top I/O panel to the top panel.
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