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Hardware changes
General hardware installation sequence
To ensure the proper installation thin client hardware components:
1.
Back up any data, if necessary.
2.
If the thin client is powered on:
a.
Turn the unit and any other attached devices off.
b.
Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
c.
Disconnect any external devices or cables, such as a cable lock.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock and/or hot surfaces, be
sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and allow the internal system components
to cool before touching.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not
plug telecommunications or telephone connectors into the network interface controller (NIC)
receptacles.
CAUTION:
Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the thin client or
optional equipment. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you are discharged of static
electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. See
Electrostatic discharge on page 68
for more information.
3.
Remove the stand, if it is installed. See
Removing the stand on page 7
for more information.
4.
Remove the side access panel and metal side cover, if necessary. See
Removing and replacing
the side access panel and metal side cover on page 11
for more information.
5.
Remove any hardware that you will replace.
6.
Install or replace equipment. For removal and replacement procedures, see the following
sections:
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Removing and replacing the battery on page 15
●
Installing a SODIMM on page 16
●
Installing a flash memory module on page 19
●
Replacing an internal hard drive on page 21
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Installing a PCI-Express card on page 24
General hardware installation sequence
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