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I/o panel, I/o-panel components, Removing the i/o panel – Dell Dimension 9100 User Manual

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9.

Replace the

computer cover

.

 

10.

Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

 

I/O Panel

 

 

 

I/O-Panel Components

 

Removing the I/O Panel

 

1.

Follow the procedures in "

Before You Begin

."


 

2.

Remove the

computer cover

.


 

3.

If your computer includes a card retention mechanism to secure the x16 card in place from the top:

a.

 

Pivot the mechanism upward and gently press the release tab downward to release the mechanism from the two tab slots holding it in place.

NOTICE:

To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug the cable into the computer.

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

CAUTION:

To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

1 USB ports

2 diagnostic, hard-drive activity, and network lights

3 headphones connector

4 microphone connector