When to
Reconfigure the
Computer
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Installation Guidelines
2. If the computer is already on, turn it off and disconnect the
power cord from the wall outlet.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical
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shock and/or hot surfaces, be sure to disconnect the power cord
from the wall outlet, and allow the internal system components to
cool before touching.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage
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to the equipment, do not plug telecommunications/telephone
connectors into the network interface controller (NIC) receptacles.
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. Refer
to Appendix F, "Electrostatic Discharge," for more information.
3. Open the computer by removing its outside cover. Refer to
the procedures for removing the computer cover or access
panel.
4. Install any optional equipment. Refer to the applicable
sections of this guide or to the documentation provided
with the optional equipment for instructions.
5. Replace the computer cover.
6. Turn on the monitor, computer, and any devices you want
to test.
7. Reconfigure the computer, if necessary. Refer Appendix B,
"Computer Setup Utilities," for instructions about using
Computer Setup.
If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer
Setup to relock the lock and enable the cover removal
sensor.
System configuration is the process of specifying the devices
and programs that make up a computer system. When you add
or remove optional equipment, the computer must be
reconfigured to recognize these changes.