- 1). Shut down all open programs on the computer and turn it off. Unplug all peripherals and the power cord from the machine, then move it to a flat surface away from carpeting.
- 2). Unscrew the two screws holding the right side panel to the back of the computer. Place the computer on the left side panel, then pull the right panel toward the back of the computer and lift up to remove it from the computer.
- 3). Stand the computer back up and remove the two screws holding the left side panel in place. Slide the end of a flat-head screwdriver under the lip of the left side panel to lift it from the computer's frame.
- 4). Press the three tabs located on the left side of the inside of the front cover. Swing the left side of the front cover away from the computer, then press the three tabs on the inside of the right side of the front panel to remove the cover completely from the computer.
- 5). Remove drives or other parts inside the computer by unscrewing any anchor screws and unplugging any cable connections, then slide the parts out of their spots in the computer's chassis.
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