6.Locate the power supply at the top of the computer. Figure 2-50Locating the power supply

NOTE: Noting the location, type and orientation of the power connectors is extremely important. Failure to correctly restore all power connectors appropriately will prevent the computer or components from working successfully.

NOTE: The location of the power connectors on the motherboard may vary from the ones shown below.

7.Trace the power supply cables to the system components:

Optical disc drives (A)

Hard disk drives (B)

Motherboard main power (C)

Motherboard fan (D)

Figure 2-51Power supply connections

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