Before You Begin: Dell XPS 430 Service Manual
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Before You Begin
Dell™ XPS™ 430 Service Manual
This chapter provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, each
procedure assumes that the following conditions exist:
You have performed the steps in
.
You have read the safety information that shipped with your computer
.
A component can be replaced or—if purchased separately—installed by performing the removal procedure in reverse
order.
Technical Specifications
For information on technical specifications of your computer, see the
Quick Reference Guide
that shipped with your computer
or see the Dell Support website at
support.dell.com
.
Recommended Tools
The procedures in this document may require the use of a small Phillips screwdriver size #2.
Turning Off Your Computer
NOTICE:
To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit all open programs before you turn off your
computer.
1. Shut down the operating system.
2. Ensure that the computer and all attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did not
automatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for about 4
seconds to turn them off.
Safety Instructions
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help to ensure your own
personal safety.
CAUTION:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your
computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
