Dell DCCY Personal Computer User Manual


 
Desktop Computer 177
Removing the Computer Cover
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide
.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before
removing the computer cover.
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 19.
2
If you have installed a padlock through the padlock ring on the back panel, remove the padlock.
3
Locate the cover release latch shown in the illustration. Then, slide the release latch back as you
lift the cover.
CAUTION: Graphic card heat sinks can become very hot during normal operation. Ensure that a graphic
card heat sink has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.