Dell Dimension 5150 Service Manual

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Back to Contents PageBefore You BeginDell™ Dimension™ 5150/E510 Service ManualGetting StartedRecommended ToolsTurning Off Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your ComputerGetting StartedThis section provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your computer. Unless otherwise noted, eachprocedure assumes that the following conditions exist:You have performed the steps in "Turning Off Your Computer" and "Before Working Inside Your Computer."You have read the safety information in your Dell™ Product Information Guide.A component can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.Recommended ToolsThe procedures in this document may require the following tools:Small flat-blade screwdriverLong Phillips screwdriverFlash BIOS update program floppy disk or CDTurning Off Your ComputerNOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close any open files and exit any open programs before you turn off yourcomputer.1. Shut down the operating system:a. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, click the Start button, and then click Turn OffComputer.b. In the Turn off computer window, click Turn off.The computer turns off after the operating system shutdown process finishes.2. Ensure that the computer and any attached devices are turned off. If your computer and attached devices did notautomatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds.Before Working Inside Your ComputerUse the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential damage and to help ensure your own