Rear I/O cover

Prerequisite

Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.


Attention/Caution/Danger icon, warning users and servicers of a hot surface nearby
Before you open the rear cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
For access, do the following:
  1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables.

  2. Unlock any locking device that secures the computer cover.

  3. Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on the desk or surface. Hold the sides of your computer and gently lay it down so that the screen is against the surface and the computer cover is facing up.

  4. Remove the computer stand, if any. See Computer stand.

Removal procedure

Note: Some computer models might not be shipped with a serial connector module. In this case, remove the dummy cover for serial connector module first.

Removing the rear cover