Dell T3400 Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure, Switching From Desktop to Tower Orientation

Switching From Desktop to Tower Orientation

1Remove the floppy drive or media card reader (if installed) by following the steps in "Removing a Floppy Drive or a Media Card Reader (Desktop Computer)" on page 226, and then reinstall the floppy drive or media card reader by following the steps in "Installing a Floppy Drive or Media Card Reader (Tower Computer)" on page 222.

2Remove all installed optical drives by following the steps in "Removing an Optical Drive (Desktop Computer)" on page 236, and reinstall the drives by following the steps in "Installing an Optical Drive (Tower Computer)" on page 233.

Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure

Installing your computer in an enclosure can restrict airflow, can cause your computer to overheat, and may impact your computer’s performance. Follow the guidelines below when installing your computer in an enclosure:

NOTICE: The operating temperature specified in this manual reflects the maximum ambient operating temperature. The ambient room temperature must be a consideration when installing your computer in an enclosure. For details about your computer’s specifications, see "Specifications" on page 31.

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Setting Up Your Computer