Apple Mac G4 (Zip Drive Replacement) - Manual (Page 2)

2 - Power Mac G4 Zip Drive
Opening the Computer
Warning: Always turn off your computer before opening it to avoid
damaging its internal components.
1 Place your computer on a clean, flat surface.
2 If you think your computer is in sleep, press the power button on the
front of the computer to wake it.
3 Shut down your computer by opening the Special menu and choosing
Shut Down. Then wait five minutes for the computer’s internal
components to cool down.
4 If you attached a security cable through the computer’s lockable cover
latch, remove the cable.
5 Unplug all other cables from the computer except the power cord.
6 Touch the metal PCI access covers on the back of the computer.
Important: To avoid electrostatic discharge, always ground yourself
by touching the port access covers before you touch any parts or
install any components inside the computer. To avoid static electricity
building back up in your body, do not walk around the room until you
have completed your installation and closed the computer.
7 Unplug the power cord.
8 Lift the latch on the right side access panel.
9 Gently lower the access panel until it lies flat. To avoid scratching the
case, lower the panel onto a soft, clean cloth.
Touch the metal
portion of the PCI
port access covers.
Latch
Side
access
panel