Gateway 8400, System Manual

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Case Access
Opening the chassis bays
The chassis is comprised of three parts: the main chassis, a swing-out drive
bay at the front, and a swing-out electronics bay at the back. To access
components, in some instances, you must remove the foam covers and swing
away or completely remove these bays.
To open the drive and electronics bays, you must first remove the right side
access covers. The drive bay is prevented from accidently closing by a safety
release tilt latch.
To open the drive and electronics bays:
1
Observe the safety and ESD precautions in “Preventing static electricity
discharge” on page 15.
2
Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the system.
3
Turn off the system power by using the power on/off switch on the front
panel and unplugging all AC power cords.
4
Label and disconnect all peripheral cables attached to the I/O panel on
the back of the system.
5
Remove the access panels (see “Opening the case” on page 17).
Important Do not discard the foam bay cover or the plastic security
curtains. These items are required for proper cooling or to
prevent electrical damage to sensitive equipment.
Drive bay
Electronics bay
Main chassis
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