Removing The Computer Cover - Dell XPS 700 Owner's Manual

NOTICE:
When disconnecting a cable, pull on the cable's connector or its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself.
Some cables have connectors with locking tabs; before disconnecting this type of cable, press inward on the
locking tabs to release the connector. When connecting or disconnecting a cable, ensure that the connectors are
correctly oriented and aligned to avoid damage to the connector and/or the connector's pins.
1 Ensure that the work surface is level and protected to prevent either the surface or the computer from
being scratched.
NOTICE:
To avoid losing data, save any work in progress and exit all open programs before turning off your
computer.
2 Turn off the computer and all attached devices:
Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer.
a
In the Turn off computer window, click Turn off.
b
The computer performs a shutdown of the operating system, and then turns off.
NOTE:
Ensure that the computer is off and not in a power management mode. If you cannot shut down the
computer using the operating system, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds.
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 Begin" on page 75.
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.
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