Upgrading The Computer
Power Safety
Warning
Before you undertake any upgrade proce- dures, make sure that you have turned off the power, and discon-
6 nected all peripherals and cables (including telephone lines). It is advisable to also re- move your battery in order to prevent acci- dentally turning the machine on.
When Not to Upgrade
These procedures involve opening the system’s case, adding and sometimes replacing parts.
You should not perform any of these upgrades if:
•Your system is still under warranty or a service contract
•You don’t have all the necessary equipment
•You’re not in the correct environment
•You doubt your abilities
Under any of these conditions, contact your service representative to purchase or replace the component(s).
Removal Warning
When removing any cover(s) and screw(s) for the purposes of device upgrade, re- member to replace the cover(s) and screw(s) before turning the computer on.
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