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Removing the side cover
To remove the cover, you might find it easier to lay the computer on its side.
Complete the following steps to remove the side cover of the computer:
1. Review the “Installation guidelines” on page 23.
2. Turn off the computer and all attached devices (see “Turning off the computer”
on page 9); then, disconnect all power cords and external cables.
3. Pull down on the cover-release handle; then, pull the cover straight up and lift
the side cover off the computer and set it aside.
Cove-release
handle
To replace the side cover, see “Replacing the side cover” on page 51.
Attention: For proper cooling and airflow, replace the side cover before turning on
the computer. Operating the computer with the cover removed might damage
computer components.
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