Before working inside your computer, Before you begin, Recommended tools – Dell Alienware 17 (Mid 2013) User Manual
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Before Working Inside Your Computer
Before You Begin
CAUTION:
To avoid losing data, save and close all open files and exit
all open programs before you turn off your computer.
1
Save and close all open files, exit all open programs, and turn off your computer.
•
Microsoft Windows 8: Point to the lower/upper-right corner of the screen to open
the Charms sidebar and click Settings Power Shut down.
•
Microsoft Windows 7: Click Start
Shut down.
NOTE:
If you are using a different operating system, see the documentation
of your operating system for shut-down instructions.
2
After the computer shuts down, disconnect it from the electrical outlet.
3
Disconnect all cables — such as power and USB cables — from your computer.
4
Disconnect all peripherals from your computer.
Recommended Tools
The procedures in this document require the following tools:
•
Phillips screwdriver
•
Torx #5 (T5) screwdriver
•
Plastic scribe
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