I/O bracket
The I/O bracket is located under the plastic rear I/O cover. It is secured with ve Torx screws, one of which is
under the power connector.
To remove the I/O bracket:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparation for disassembly on page 23).
2. Remove the access panel (see Access panel on page 25).
3. Remove the rear port cover (see Removing the rear port cover on page 23).
4. Remove the stand (see Stands on page 24).
5. Remove the access panel (see Access panel on page 25).
6. Remove the rear I/O cover (see Rear I/O cover on page 47).
7. Remove the power connector from its mounting location on the I/O bracket (see step 3 in Power supply
on page 50).
8. Remove the ve Torx screws that secure the I/O bracket to the computer.
9. Lift the I/O bracket from the computer.
To replace the I/O bracket, reverse the removal procedures.
52 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures