Chapter 4. Installing options 21
Removing the side panel
To remove the side panel:
1. Shut down your operating system, remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or
tapes) from the drives, and turn off all attached devices and the computer.
2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords,
input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables connected to the computer.
4. Remove the top and bottom phillips head screws from the right side (when
viewed from back) panel.
5. Grasp the handle on the side panel, and pull it towards the rear until the front
retainer clips are clear of the chassis.
Attention: Proper cooling is required for the reliable performance of internal
components. Do not operate your computer with the cover removed.
Working with options on the system board
This section provides instructions for installing options and setting the diskette
write protect switch on the system board.
Accessing the system board
To access the system board, you must remove the computer side panel. For
information on removing the computer side panel, see “Removing the side panel”
on page 21. You might need to remove adapters in order to access some
components of the system board. For information about expansion adapters, see
“Working with adapters” on page 24. When disconnecting cables, be sure to note
where they attach, so you can correctly reattach them later.
Note: For easier access to the system board, it helps to place the computer on its
side.
Read “Safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices”
on page 19 before removing the side panel.
Important:
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