Removing The Computer Cover; Inside View Of Your Computer - Dell XPS 710 Owner's Manual

3. Disconnect the computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
NOTICE: When disconnecting a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network port or device.
4. Disconnect all external cables from the computer.
5. Carefully, lift the rear of the computer and rotate the stabilizing feet into the closed position.
6. With the help of an assistant, carefully lay the computer down on a flat surface with the computer cover facing up.
Removing the Computer Cover
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge and damage to internal components, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically
touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
1. Follow the procedures in Before You
2. Pull back on the cover release latch.
NOTICE: Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the removed cover—at least 30 cm (1 ft) of desk top space.
1 computer cover
4 stabilizing feet (closed)
3. With the cover release latch pulled back, grip the sides of the cover, then pivot the top of the cover up and away from the computer.
4. Slide the cover forward and up to remove it from the hinge slots, then set it aside in a secure and protected location.

Inside View of Your Computer

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2 cover release latch 3 cover hinge tabs