Opening and closing

The Gateway Mid-Tower case provides toolless access to internal components.

Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer, then unplug the power and modem cords before opening the case.

To open the Gateway Mid-Tower case:

1Turn off the computer.

2Following all static electricity discharge precautions, disconnect the power cord and all other cables.

3Drain any residual power from the computer by pressing the power button.

4For stability, place the computer on its side.

5Remove the shipping screw, then push the cover release levers away from each other.

Shipping screw

Opening and closing

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