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Replacing the power supply
To remove the power supply:
1 Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord, modem cord (if
installed), and all external peripheral devices.
2 Remove the left side cover panel. (See “Removing the side cover” on
page 18 and “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 15.)
3 Lay the case on its right side, if possible.
4 Disconnect the power supply connectors from all internal devices
including the 3.5-inch diskette drive, the CD drive, and all hard drives.
5 Disconnect the main power supply connector to the system board by
pressing on the tab to release the connector, then gently pulling the
connector from the board.
6 Remove the cable supports securing the power supply cables to the
chassis.
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