Gateway 706ge User Guide

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Opening the case
Opening the case
Your computer case provides easy access to internal components.
Removing the side panel
To remove the side panel:
1
Follow the instructions in 
2
Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, 
and all peripheral device cables.
3
Press the power button to drain any residual power from your computer.
4
Remove the thumbscrew from the side panel cover. For the location of the 
thumbscrew, se
5
Lift the cover release lever.
Warning
To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, 
turn off your computer, then unplug the power cord, modem cable, 
and network cable before opening the case.