Gateway E-4400, System Manual

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Removing the system board
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System
Components
Removing the system board
The system board is installed on a set of guide rails, and can be removed
without tools.
To remove the system board:
1
Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord, modem cord (if
installed), and all external peripheral devices.
2
Open the case (see “Opening the case” on page 17) and remove the
chassis cover (see “To remove the chassis cover:” on page 17), observing
the “Static electricity precautions” on page 15.
3
Remove the chassis side panel by lifting up on both plastic release tabs
on the outside of the chassis.