Side panels
The side panels are located one each side of the computer. They are secured with tabs, and the
removal procedures are similar for both panels.
Figure 7-59 Side panel locations
To remove the side panels:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see
Preparing to disassemble the computer on page 32).
2. Remove the access panel (see
Access panel on page 36).
3. Remove the stand (see
Stand on page 38).
4. Remove the lower panel (see
Lower panel on page 40).
5. Remove the optical drive (see
Replacing the optical disc drive on page 47).
6. Push the side panel out from the bottom (1).
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