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I/O Panel Assembly (Service Only Parts Procedure)
CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the components inside the system. Before performing any procedure, see your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer and protecting against electrostatic discharge.
Removing the I/O Panel Assembly
1Turn off the system and attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.
2Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 47.
3Remove the heat sink and shroud assembly. See "Removing the Processor" on page 79. Do not remove the processor, however.
4Remove the processor cooling fan. See "Removing the Cooling Fans" on page 84.
5Remove the front bezel. See "Removing the Bezel" on page 95.
NOTICE: Carefully note the routing of each cable before you disconnect it, so that you are sure to
6Disconnect the I/O panel ribbon cable from the I/O panel connector by pulling the yellow cable loop.
7Remove the mounting screw holding the I/O panel assembly to the front chassis. See Figure
8Lift the I/O panel assembly out of the system.
Installing System Components
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