Chapter 13: Upgrading Your Computer

Opening the computer case

Tips & Tricks

 

When cleaning the case, do not use abrasive or solvent

 

 

cleaners because they can damage the finish. Use soap

 

 

and water or a dilution of water and isopropyl alcohol. For

 

 

more information, see “Cleaning your computer” on

 

 

page 185.

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 open the computer case:

1 Turn off your computer.

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

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

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