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Opening the Computer Cover

Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX280 Systems User's Guide

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

1. Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin."
   
   
2. If you have installed a padlock through the padlock ring on the back panel, remove the padlock.
   
   

NOTICE: Ensure that there is sufficient space to support the open cover—at least 30 cm (1 ft) of desk top space.

3. Locate the cover release latch shown in the illustration. Then, slide the release latch back as you lift the cover.
   
   
4. Grip the sides of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using the bottom hinges as leverage points.
   
   
5. Remove the cover from the hinge tabs and set it aside on a soft non-abrasive surface.
   
   

1	security cable slot
2	cover release latch
3	padlock ring

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