Side cover

Prerequisite

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

Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.

For access, do the following:

Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables.
Unlock any locking device that secures the computer cover.
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.
Press the handle of the side cover so that the handle is lifted.

Remove the side cover.

Install the side cover.

Note:

If a locking device is available, use it to lock the computer after installing the computer cover.
Depending on your computer model, some of the hardware parts in the replacing section might not be available.