Installing and removing system components
This section provides information about installing and removing the system components.
Topics:
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Safety instructions
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Before working inside your system
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After working inside your system
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Recommended tools
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Front bezel (optional)
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System cover
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Inside the system
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Intrusion switch
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Cooling shroud
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System memory
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Hard drives
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Optical drive (optional)
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Cooling fans
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Expansion cards and expansion card riser
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iDRAC port card (optional)
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Processor and heat sink
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Power supply units
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System battery
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Hard drive backplane
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Control panel assembly
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Power interposer board
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Trusted Platform Module
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System board
Safety instructions
WARNING:
Whenever you need to lift the system, get others to assist you. To avoid injury, do not attempt to lift the system by
yourself.
WARNING:
Opening or removing the system cover while the system is powered on may expose you to a risk of electric shock.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the system without the cover for a duration exceeding five minutes.
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple
repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION:
Operating the system without the system cover can result in component damage.
NOTE:
Dell recommends that you always use a static mat and static strap while working on components inside the system.
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