Adding and Replacing Parts: Dell Latitude ATG D620 User's GuideTurning Off Your ComputerNOTICE: To avoid losing data, save and close any open files and exit any open programs beforeyou turn off your computer.1. Shut down the operating system:a. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, click Start→ Shut Down→ Shutdown→ OK.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 andattached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your operating system, pressand 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 helpensure your own personal safety.CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safetyinstructions in the Product Information Guide.CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components orcontacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket. Hold acomponent such as a processor by its edges, not by its pins.NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damagedue to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty.NOTICE: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its pull-tab, not on the cableitself. Some cables have a connector with locking tabs; if you are disconnecting this type ofcable, press in on the locking tabs before you disconnect the cable. As you pull connectors apart,keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable,ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you beginworking inside the computer.1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover from beingscratched.2. Turn off your computer (see Turning Off Your Computer).3. If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentationthat came with your docking device for instructions.file:///H|/My%20Documents/Cellular/User%20Guides/Notebooks/D620%20ATG/parts.htm (2 of 23)4/13/2007 4:36:47 PM