Dell Precision R5400, Service Manual

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Computer Cover
Dell Precision™ R5400 Service Manual
Removing the Cover
Replacing the Cover
Removing the Cover
1. Turn off the computer and attached peripherals, and disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet and peripherals.
2. Remove the front bezel, if attached (see Removing the Front Bezel ).
3. To remove the computer cover, turn the latch release lock counter- clockwise to the unlocked position.
4. Lift the latch on top of the computer.
5. Grasp the cover on both sides and carefully lift the cover away from the chassis.
Replacing the Cover
1. Lift up the latch on the cover.
2. Place the cover on top of the computer and offset the cover slightly back so that it clears the chassis J hooks and lays flush on the computer chassis.
3. Push down the latch to lever the cover into the closed position.
4. Rotate the latch release lock in a clockwise direction to secure the cover.
5. Replace the front bezel (see Replacing the Front Bezel ).
CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the computer cover and access any of the components inside the computer.
Before working inside the computer, read the safety information that shipped with the computer. For additional safety best practices information,
see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
NOTE: The cover slides slightly toward the back of the computer when you lift the latch.
1 latch 2 latch release lock
3 alignment J hooks