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Removing the Computer Cover

Dell™ XPS™ 430 Service Manual

CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

CAUTION: To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

NOTICE: Ensure that sufficient space exists to support the system with the cover removed—at least 30 cm (1 ft.) of desktop space.

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
   
   
2. If you have installed a security cable, remove it from the security cable slot.
   
   

NOTICE: Ensure that you are working on a level, protected surface to avoid scratching either the computer or the surface on which it is resting.

3. Lay your computer on its side with the computer cover facing up.
   
   
4. Pull back the cover release latch on the top panel.
   
   

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cover release latch

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computer cover

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hinge tabs (3)

5. Grip the sides of the computer cover and pivot the cover up.
   
   
6. Lift the cover away and set it aside in a secure location.
   
   

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