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How to Open a Standard Screw Secured Computer Case

By Tim Fisher, About.com

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Remove All External Cables and Attachments

Remove All External Cables and Attachments - How to Open a Computer Case

Remove All External Cables and Attachments

© 2007 Tim Fisher

Remove all cables and other devices attached to to your computer. This will make it much easier to work inside your computer and to move it around as needed.

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Index: How to Open a Standard Screw Secured Computer Case

  1. Turn the Computer Off
  2. Unplug the Power Cable
  3. Remove All External Cables and Attachments
  4. Remove the Side Panel Retaining Screws
  5. Remove the Case Side Panel

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