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Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo
recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches
or other damage.
To remove the middle cover:
Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating
system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.
Step 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
Step 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O)
cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to "Left and right view"
and "Rear view" for help with locating the various connectors.
Step 4. Remove the stand base. Refer to "Removing the stand base".
Step 5. Remove the foot cover. Refer to "Removing the foot cover".
Step 6. Remove the optical drive. Refer to "Replacing the optical drive".
Step 7. Remove the stand holder. Refer to "Removing the stand holder".
Step 8. Remove the screws that secure the middle cover to the chassis.
Step 9. Lift up the middle cover as shown to remove it.
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