Opening the cover
1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, shut down your
2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
3. Disconnect the cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords,
4. Remove any locking devices, such as a cable lock that secures the computer
5. Press the buttons on the sides of the computer and pivot the cover upward to
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Important
Turn off your computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer cool
before opening the computer cover.
operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer.
input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the
computer. See "Front connectors" on page 84 and "Rear connectors" on page
85.
cover.
open the computer.