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• Always carefully handle the parts and other computer components. Handle PCI cards, memory modules,
system boards, and microprocessors by the edges. Never touch exposed circuitry.
• Prevent others from touching the parts and other computer components.
• Before you replace a new part, touch the static-protective package containing the new part to a metal
expansion-slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds. This
reduces static electricity from the package and your body.
• Remove the new part from the static-protective package and directly install it in the computer without
placing it on any other surface. If it is hard for you to do this in your specic situation, place the
static-protective package of the new part on a smooth, level surface, and then place the new part on
the static-protective package.
• Do not place the part on the computer cover or other metal surface.
Installing or replacing hardware
This section provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for your computer. You can expand
the capabilities of your computer and maintain your computer by installing or replacing hardware.
Attention:
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information”
in the ThinkCentre User Guide. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre User Guide, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkCentreUserGuides
Notes:
1. Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo.
2. When installing or replacing an option, use the appropriate instructions in this section along with the
instructions that come with the option.
Opening the computer cover
Attention:
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information”
in the ThinkCentre User Guide. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre User Guide, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkCentreUserGuides
This section provides instructions on how to open the computer cover.
CAUTION:
Turn off the computer and wait three to ve minutes to let the computer cool before opening the
computer cover.
To open the computer cover, do the following:
1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer.
2. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets.
3. Disconnect the power cords, Input/Output cables, and any other cables that are connected to the
computer. See “Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer” on page
74 and “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 75.
4. Remove any locking device that secures the computer cover, such as an integrated cable lock.
Chapter 9. Replacing FRUs (Machine Types: 4466, 4471, 4474, 4477, 4480, 4485, 4496, 4498, 4503, 4512, 4514,
4518, 4554, 7005, 7023, 7033, 7035, 7072, 7079, and 7177.) 121