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Opening the computer – Apple Power Macintosh 8600 User Manual

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Installing a PCI expansion card or memory

Follow these instructions to install a PCI expansion card or memory.

Opening the computer

1

If your computer is turned on, turn it off by choosing Shut Down from the Special menu,

then wait 20 minutes.

Before proceeding with these instructions, you need to allow the computer’s
internal components to cool.

2

Unplug all the cables from the computer, including the power cord.

3

If the computer cover is locked shut, unlock it by removing the security cable or padlock

from the cover latch.

Do not remove the computer cover yet.

4

Carefully lay the computer on its side with the cover and button facing up.

Gently lay the computer on its
side on a clean, flat, stable surface.

Button

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