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Chapter 2. Replacing hardware
Attention:
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety
information” in the Quick Reference that was included with your computer or in the
Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Quick
Reference or HMM, go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/.
Note: Use only the parts provided by IBM.
Removing the cover
Important
Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer cool
before removing the computer cover.
1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, shut down your
operating system, and turn off all attached devices.
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. See “Locating connectors on the front of the computer” on page 2
and “Locating connectors on the rear of the computer” on page 3.
4. Remove any locking devices such as a padlock or Kensington lock that secure
the computer cover.
5. Press the cover-release button on the right side cover, slide the cover to the
rear, and remove.
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