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Hardware Upgrades
This chapter explains how to remove the workstation access panel
and the front bezel. It also explains how to install the following
hardware components:
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Memory
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Drives
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Expansion boards
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Processors
Compaq recommends that you finish the setup procedures for the
preinstalled software before you install any optional hardware or third-
party devices that were not included with your workstation.
Installation Sequence
Follow this sequence of steps to ensure the proper installation of any
optional equipment. Before you begin, observe the following
precautions.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow
the internal system components to cool before touching them.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the
equipment, do not plug telecommunications/telephone connectors into the
network interface controller (NIC) receptacles.
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