Removing The Computer Cover - Dell Dimension 5150 Owner's Manual

9 VGA video connector
10 USB 2.0 connectors (5)

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.
1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 59.
NOTICE:
Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the removed cover—at least 30 cm (1 ft) of desk top space.
NOTICE:
Ensure that you are working on a level, protected surface to avoid scratching either the computer or the
surface on which it is resting.
2 Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up.
3 Pull back the cover latch release located on the top panel.
If your monitor has a VGA connector, plug it into the VGA connector on the computer.
Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as
printers and keyboards.
It is recommended that you use the front USB connectors for devices that you
connect occasionally, such as joysticks or cameras.
cover latch release
computer cover
back of computer
bottom hinges
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