Pre-Installation Instructions; Post-Installation Instructions - Acer Predator PO3-640 User Manual

6 - Upgrading your Computer

Pre-installation instructions

Always observe the following before you install any
component:
1. Make sure that the ODD and card reader slot is empty.
2. Turn off the power to the computer and all
peripherals.
3. Unplug the power cord from the computer.
4. Unplug the network cable and all connected peripheral
devices from the computer.
5. Place the computer on a flat, steady surface.
WARNING: Hot surface. Do not touch.
6. Open your computer according to the instructions on
removing the left side system cover on page 7.
7. See the following sections for specific instructions on
the component you wish to install.
Warning
Not turning off the computer properly before you start
installing the components may cause serious damage. Do not
attempt the procedures described in the following sections
unless you are a qualified service technician.

Post-installation instructions

Observe the following after installing a computer component:
1. See to it that the components are installed according
to the step-by- step instructions in their respective
sections.
2. Replace any expansion boards or peripherals that you
removed earlier.
3. Replace the system covers. See Installing the left side
system cover on page 8.
4. Connect the necessary cables.
5. Turn on your computer.