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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 40.

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 security tape on the rear edge of the side panel.

5Remove the thumbscrew on the side panel cover. For the location of the thumbscrew, see “Back” on page 8.

Important

Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from these illustrations.

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