IBM 8311, 8309, 8308, 8312, 8313, 8310, 8315, 8314, 8301, 8306, 8304, 8302, 8303, 8305 Removing the cover

Removing the cover

Types 8303, 8304, and 8312

Important: Read “Safety information” on page 271 and “Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices” on page 274 before you begin.

To remove the cover:

1.Shut down your operating system, remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, and turn off all attached devices and the computer.

2.Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.

3.Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer.

4.Press the buttons on the sides of the computer and pivot the rear end of the cover up toward the front of the computer.

Types 8305, 8306, 8309, and 8313

Important: Read “Safety information” on page 271 and “Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices” on page 274 before you begin.

To remove the cover:

1.Shut down your operating system, remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, and turn off all attached devices and the computer.

2.Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.

3.Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer.

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