Opening the case

The case has two removable side panels. Both panels are screwless, meaning you do not have to remove any screws to take off the panels.

The right panel is removed by pressing a button located on the front panel. The L-shaped panel covers both the right side and top of the chassis. The left panel is removed by sliding a tab located on the top of the chassis.

Removing the side panels

To remove the right panel:

1Because the components inside your computer are extremely sensitive to static electricity, make sure to observe the “Static electricity precautions” on page 17.

2Turn off the computer, disconnect the power cord, modem cord (if installed), and all external peripheral devices.

Opening the case

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