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Replacing the Computer Cover
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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
2. Lay the computer on a flat surface.
3. Pull back on the cover release latch located at the top-rear of the computer.
4. 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.
5. To replace the computer cover, align the cover hinges with the hinge slots in the chassis and pivot the cover into position.
6. Press down on the cover until it clicks into place.
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.
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computer cover
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cover release latch
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.