Replacing an adapter

Attention:

Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Quick Reference that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Quick Reference or HMM, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support.

1.Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 5. Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on its side.

2.At the rear of the computer, push the blue adapter latch as indicated and pivot it to the open position.

3.Remove the adapter by pulling it straight out of the adapter connector.

4.Install the new adapter into the same adapter connector. Ensure the adapter is fully seated into the adapter connector.

5.At the rear of the computer, pivot the blue adapter latch to the closed position to secure the adapters.

6.Go to “Completing the installation” on page 33.

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