WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information,
see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from
the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer
covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.
CAUTION: Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the system with the cover removed—at least 30 cm (1 ft.) of desk top space.
Pull back on the cover release latch located at the top-rear of the computer.
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computer cover
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cover release latch
With the cover release latch pulled back, grip the sides of the cover, then
pivot the top of the cover up and away from the computer and remove it
from the hinge slots.
Set the cover aside in a secure and protected location.
To replace the computer cover, align the cover hinges with the hinge slots
in the chassis and pivot the cover into position.
Press down on the cover until it clicks into place.
NOTE: The computer cover should easily snap into place; however, if necessary, pull back on the cover release latch until the cover is completely closed, then slide the release latch forward to secure the cover.
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computer cover
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cover hinge tabs (2)
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hinge slots
With the help of an assistant, carefully set the computer upright.
Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them
on.
