Hardware Reference Guide

5. Place the computer face down on a soft flat surface. HP recommends that you set down a blanket,
towel, or other soft cloth to protect the bezel and screen surface from scratches or other damage.
6. Slide the access panel latches toward the edges of the chassis, then slide the access panel toward
the top of the computer until it slides off the chassis.
Figure 2-38 Removing the access panel
7. Pull the latch next to the lower side of the drive cage away from the cage to release it, then slide
the cage toward the edge of the chassis and lift it out.
Figure 2-39 Removing the drive cage
8. If there is a second disc drive in the 2.5-inch drive adapter, disconnect the cable from it.
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