Opening The Case; Removing The Side Panel - Gateway GM5416 Reference Manual

Opening the case

Your computer case provides easy access to internal
components.

Removing the side panel

turn off your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before
opening the case.
To remove the side panel:
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Warning
To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts,
Follow the instructions in
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Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power
cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device
cables.
Press the power button for ten seconds to drain any
residual power from your computer.
Loosen the two captive thumbscrews on the back edge
of the side panel. (These screws cannot be removed.)
Slide the side panel toward the back of your computer,
then pull the panel away from your computer.
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