Installing and removing system components
Safety instructions
WARNING:
Whenever you need to lift the system, get others to assist you. To avoid injury, do not attempt to lift the system by
yourself.
WARNING:
Opening or removing the system cover while the system is powered on may expose you to a risk of electric shock.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the system without the cover for a duration exceeding five minutes. Operating the system without the
system cover can result in component damage.
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple
repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team.
Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that are shipped with your product.
CAUTION:
To ensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the system and system fans must be always populated with a
component or a blank.
NOTE:
It is recommended that you always use an antistatic mat and antistatic strap while working on components inside the
system.
Before working inside your system
Prerequisite
Follow the safety guidelines listed in
Steps
1
Power off the system and all attached peripherals.
2
Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet, and disconnect the peripherals.
3
Remove the system cover.
After working inside your system
Prerequisite
Follow the safety guidelines listed in
Steps
1
.
2
Place the system upright on a flat, stable surface.
3
Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet.
4
Power on the attached peripherals and then power on the system.
Recommended tools
You need the following tools to perform the removal and installation procedures:
•
Key to the bezel lock
The key is required only if your system includes a bezel.
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