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I/o panel, Removing the i/o panel – Dell Vostro 200 (Mid 2007) User Manual

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Removing and Installing Parts

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15 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on

page 162).

16 Connect your computer and devices to an electrical outlet, and turn

them on.

17 Verify that the computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics

(see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 84).

I/O Panel

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.

CAUTION:

The heat sink assembly, power supply, and other components may be

very hot during normal operation. Be sure that they have had sufficient time to cool
before you touch them.

NOTICE:

To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge

static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer’s electronic
components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the
computer chassis.

Removing the I/O Panel

NOTE:

Note the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can re-route

them correctly when installing the new I/O panel.

1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 99.
2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on

page 101).

3 Remove the bezel (see "Removing the Bezel" on page 122).

NOTICE:

When sliding the I/O panel out of the computer, be extremely careful.

Carelessness may result in damage to the cable connectors and the cable routing
clips.

4 Disconnect the cables that are connected to the system board.
5 Remove the screw that secures the I/O panel.
6 Slide the I/O panel towards the left and gently pull it out.