Hardware Upgrades

Removing the Workstation Access Panel

CAUTION: Never operate you workstation with the access panel removed. The access panel is required for proper cooling.

To remove the workstation access panel

1.Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the workstation and any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet.

2.To remove the workstation access panel, refer to the following illustration.

Loosening the four thumbscrews and removing the workstation access panel

When replacing the workstation access panel, be sure to tighten all four thumbscrews.

Compaq Evo Workstation W8000 Hardware Reference Guide

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