Replacing CRUs

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Removing the computer cover

Attention

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the Important Product Information Guide.

Caution

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

  1. 1

    Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.

  2. 2

    Hold the sides of your computer and gently lay it down so that the computer cover is facing up.

  3. 3

    Unlock any locking device that secures the computer cover.

  4. 4

    Remove the computer cover.

    Removing the computer cover
  5. 5

    Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the cables.  For details, see  Completing the parts replacement.