Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Read this first: Important safety information.
Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected, the following warnings are required for your safety.
Keep fingers and other parts of your body away from hazardous, moving parts. If you suffer an injury, seek medical care immediately.
Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets before removing the computer cover or any part that has the above label attached.
DO NOT disassemble components that have the above label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components.
Your product is designed for safe use. However, hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. Disassembling of these components might cause fire or might even result in death. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician.
Prepare your computer. See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover.
- To remove the power supply, pull the handle on the power supply assembly and pivot it downward as shown. Then, pull the entire power supply assembly out of the chassis.Figure 1. Removing the power supply assembly
Ensure that the new power supply assembly is the correct replacement.
- To install a new power supply, insert the new power supply assembly with the handle open into the chassis. Then, pivot the handle as shown to fully install the new power supply assembly into position.Note: When pivoting the handle to the closed position, push hard if you feel resistance.Figure 2. Installing the power supply assembly
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To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
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To complete the installation or replacement, go to Completing the parts replacement.