Opening the case
Opening the case
Your computer case provides easy access to internal components.
Warning | To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, |
| turn off your computer, then unplug the power cord, modem cable, |
| and network cable before opening the case. |
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To remove the back panel:
1 Turn off your computer and remove the cord cover (if installed). For more information, see “Using the cord cover” on page 24.
2 Following all static electricity discharge precautions, disconnect the power cord and all other external cables.
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Press the power button to drain any residual power from your computer.
Remove the four screws on the back of the computer case.
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5 With your hands positioned on each side of the case, swing the back panel up and away from the case and set the panel aside.
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