Gateway 960 manual Opening the server case, To open the server case, Installing Components

Chapter 4: Installing Components

Opening the server case

Because the components inside your server are extremely sensitive to static electricity, make sure that you follow the instructions at the beginning of this chapter to avoid static electricity damage.

Warning

For correct cooling and air flow, always reinstall the side panel and the air duct (if included) before you turn on the server. Operating the server without the cover in place can damage server components.

To open the server case:

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Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 41.

Turn off the server, then disconnect the power cord and all other cables connected to the server.

Unlock the front cover.

Release latch

Release latch

Lock

4 Press the two front cover release latches, then pull the cover away from the server.

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