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Upgrading Your System 4-5
Preparing Your System for Upgrade
Have the following tools available:
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Phillips screwdriver (#2 bit)
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flat-head screwdriver
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small needle nose pliers
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pen or pencil
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utility knife
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ESD workstation or antistatic wrist strap (recommended)
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IC removal tool.
Equipment Log
Use the equipment log form located at the end of this guide to record the model
and serial number of your system, all installed options, and any other pertinent
information specific to your system. You need this information when
configuring your system.
Removing the Top Cover of the Tower Cabinet
Note:
This procedure is for tower-based systems only.
1.
To remove the top cover, perform the following.
2.
Observe the safety and ESD precautions listed at the beginning of this
chapter.
3.
Unlock (if locked) the mechanical lock at the top of the front door and open
the door.
4.
Power off the system. Ensure the power cords are unplugged from the AC
wall outlet.
5.
The top cover is secured from the front edge of the tower cabinet with two
thumbscrews. Remove the two thumbscrews, see Figure 4-1.