Removing the Front Bezel

1.Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.

2.Remove all removable media, such as diskettes or compact discs, from the computer.

3.Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.

4.Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices.

CAUTION Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to the internal components of the computer.

5.Remove the computer access panel.

6.Press the green latch on the bottom right of the chassis (1) to release the bottom of the bezel, then swing the bottom of the bezel away from the chassis (2) to release the top of the bezel.

Figure 2-3Removing the Front Bezel

10 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades

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