Preparing The Computer - HP Compaq Presario,Presario 6001 Getting Started

Upgrading the Computer

Preparing the Computer

Before you upgrade any component in your
computer, you need to prepare the computer so
that you can safely handle it and the components.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage
the electronic components of the computer
or optional equipment. Before beginning
these procedures, ensure that you are
discharged of static electricity by briefly
touching a grounded metal object.
1. Remove any diskette or optical disc (CD or
DVD) from the computer.
2. To shut down the computer, click the Start
button, and then click Turn Off Computer.
The Turn Off Computer dialog box displays.
Click Turn Off to turn the computer off.
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3. Disconnect the modem/phone cable, if
present.
4. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical
outlet 1 and then from the computer 2.
Disconnecting the Power Cord
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