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Opening the case

Your computer case provides easy access to internal components.

Removing the side panel

Warning

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

To remove the side panel:

1Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 30.

2Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables.

3Press the power button for ten seconds to drain any residual power from your computer.

4Remove the two thumbscrews on the side panel cover.

Thumbscrews

5Swing the side panel away from the back of your computer, then pull the panel off.

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