Changing From A Minitower To A Desktop Configuration - Compaq 8000 - Elite Convertible Minitower PC Hardware Reference Manual

Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration

1. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.
2. Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer.
3. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.
4. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices.
CAUTION:
long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord to
avoid damage to the internal components of the computer.
5. Remove the computer access panel.
6. Remove the front bezel.
7. Disconnect all power and data cables from the back of the drives in the 5.25-inch drive bays.
8. To release the drives from the 5.25-inch drive bay, lift the release tab on the green latch drive
bracket for the drive (1). While lifting the release tab, slide the drive from its drive bay (2). Repeat
this step for each 5.25-inch drive.
Figure 2-37
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Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as
Releasing the 5.25-inch Drives from the Drive Bays (Minitower)
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