HP TouchSmart 9300 Elite All-in-One PC - Manual (Page 6)

Before removing the stand
To avoid injury and equipment damage when opening the HP TouchSmart PC, always complete the
following steps in order:
1. Remove any media and external devices (such as any CD, DVD, memory cards, USB devices, or
external hard disk drives) from the HP TouchSmart PC.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the HP TouchSmart PC or
optional equipment. Ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a
grounded metal object.
2. Tap the Windows Start button and then tap Shut Down.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock or hot surfaces,
disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet, and allow the internal system components to cool
before touching them.
3. After the system has completely shut down, disconnect the power adapter from the back of the
HP TouchSmart PC.
4. Disconnect all other attached cables from the back and side of the HP TouchSmart PC.
Removing the computer stand
After completing the preceding steps, and before mounting the VESA adapter plate to the back of the
computer, remove the computer stand.
1. Place the computer facedown on a stable flat surface that is covered with a soft cloth.
2 Chapter 1 Preparing your HP TouchSmart PC for wall-mounting Wall-Mounting your HP TouchSmart