Chapter 9. Replacing Frus; Removing And Installing The Computer Stand; Removing And Reinstalling The Frame Stand - Lenovo ThinkCentre E73z Hardware Maintenance Manual

Chapter 9. Replacing FRUs

This chapter provides instructions about removing or replacing major FRUs. Not all FRUs are documented.
Important
Before you replace any FRU, read Chapter 2 "Safety information" on page 3. These precautions and
guidelines will help you work safely.
FRU replacements are to be done by trained service technicians only.
This chapter provides instructions about removing or replacing major FRUs. Not all FRUs are documented.

Removing and installing the computer stand

CAUTION:
Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing the
computer stand.
Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter
2 "Safety information" on page 3.
This section provides instructions on how to remove and install the computer stand.
The computer might be installed with a monitor stand or a frame stand.
• To remove and install the frame stand, see "Removing and reinstalling the frame stand" on page 71.
• To remove and install the monitor stand, see "Removing and installing the monitor stand" on page 73.

Removing and reinstalling the frame stand

Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the
"Important safety information" on page 1
This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the frame stand.
CAUTION:
Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing the
frame stand.
To remove and reinstall the frame stand, do the following:
1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer.
2. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets.
3. Disconnect the power cords, Input/Output cables, and any other cables that are connected to the
computer. See "Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer" on page
65 and "Locating connectors on the rear of your computer" on page 66.
4. Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on the desk or surface. Hold the sides of your computer and gently lay
it down so that the screen is against the surface and the cover is facing up.
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