Replacing the Power Supply: Dell XPS 430 Service Manual
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Replacing the Power Supply
Dell™ XPS™ 430 Service Manual
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.
CAUTION:
To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other
unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
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2. Remove the computer cover (see
NOTICE:
Note the location and ID of each power connector before disconnecting the power supply cables.
3. Follow the DC power cables that stem from the power supply and disconnect each connected power cable.
NOTE:
Note the routing of the power cable bundles as you disconnect them. You must route these cables properly
when you replace them to prevent them from being pinched or crimped.
4. Remove the four screws that attach the power supply assembly to the back of the chassis.
5. Press and hold the metal release tab at the bottom of the power supply unit, push the power supply towards the front of
the computer to free it from the securing tabs on the computer chassis.
6. Gather the power supply bundles that stem from the power supply, for easy removal and lift it out of the computer.
1 power supply screws (4)