IBM 2283, 6274 manual Removing the rear cover

Removing the rear cover

You must remove the rear cover to install internal options such as memory and PCI adapters.

Attention: Proper cooling is necessary to avoid damage to your computer. Do not operate your computer without all covers in place.

To remove the rear cover, do the following:

1.Disconnect all cables attached to your computer. See “Disconnecting cables” on page 36.

2.Place the computer on a padded surface in the position shown in the following illustration.

Attention: Be sure to use a soft, padded surface such as cloth or paper towels when positioning the computer for service. The monitor or monitor bezel might be scratched if placed on a hard surface.

3.Slide and hold latches 1; then pull and rotate the cover up until it clears the base 2. Then remove the cover and put it in a safe place.

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