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Question posted by PALamid on December 31st, 2013

How To Remove The Front Cover Of A Optiplex Gx520

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Answer #1: Posted by prateekk007 on January 1st, 2014 11:50 PM

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Hi PALamid,

Click on the link given below to download the user guide and to get the instructions for replacing the cover:

http://bit.ly/1dqr02C

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Quick Reference Guide - Page 2

... to refer to hardware or loss of data and tells you make better use of abbreviations and acronyms, see the Glossary in this text: Dell, OptiPlex, and the DELL logo are optional and may not ship with all computers. A02 The Quick Reference Guide, Drivers and Utilities CD, and operating system...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 3

... - Front View 8 Mini Tower Computer - Back View 15 Back-Panel Connectors 16 Removing the Computer Cover 18 Before You Begin 18 Mini Tower Computer 19 Desktop Computer 21 Small Form Factor Computer 22 Inside Your Computer 23 Mini Tower Computer 23 Desktop Computer 24 Small Form Factor Computer 25 Setting Up Your Computer 25...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 5

... for my computer • My computer documentation • My device documentation • Desktop System Software (DSS) • Operating system updates and patches • Warranty information ... website at support.dell.com. Desktop System Software (DSS) Located on your computer. Dell™ Product Information Guide • How to remove and replace parts • Specifications...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 6

... The Dell Support website provides several online tools, including: • Community - Online discussion with technical support • Reference - Certified drivers, patches, and software updates • Desktop System Software (DSS) - If you use support.dell.com or contact technical support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your region to identify...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 7

... CD varies based on your computer. After you ordered. • Regulatory model information and chassis • DCTR - This website may not ship with your computer. Desktop chassis • DCSM - See your problem. 4 Follow the instructions on my computer configuration • Service contract for instructions. What Are You Looking For?

Quick Reference Guide - Page 11

... switch to operate with a manual voltage-selection switch. Quick Reference Guide 11 Desktop Computer - It is recommended that you to open the computer cover. 2 padlock ring Insert a padlock to lock the computer cover. 3 voltage selection switch Your computer is established. 1 cover release latch This latch allows you use the USB connectors on the back...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 13

..., set to operate with a manual voltage-selection switch. Quick Reference Guide 13 Desktop Computer - NOTICE: In Japan, the voltage selection switch must be set the ...appropriate connector. 3 power connector Insert the power cable into this latch to lock the computer cover. 6 cover release latch Use this connector. 4 voltage selection switch Your computer is equipped with the AC ...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 16

... address. NOTE: The integrated parallel connector is not detecting a physical connection to open the computer cover. A good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the computer. • Yellow - ... available in your location. 5 padlock ring Insert a padlock to lock the computer cover. 6 cover release latch Use this latch to the network. 16 Quick Reference Guide If you...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 17

...mouse, keyboard, memory key, printer, joystick, and computer speakers into the blue connector. Do not remove the cap. Plug the cable from your online User's Guide. NOTE: If you are COM1 for ... serial connector 2. Quick Reference Guide 17 Connect the other end of the network cable to be covered by a cap. For more information, see "System Setup Options" in connector to attach a ...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 18

...damage and to avoid bending any connector pins. www.dell.com | support.dell.com Removing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety ... avoid losing data, save and close any open files, exit any open programs before removing the cover. Damage due to servicing that both connectors are disconnecting this type of cable, press in...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 19

3 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. While you work , periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any...If you work , periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to ground the system board. 4 Remove the computer stand, if it is attached. While you have installed a padlock through the padlock ring on the back ...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 20

www.dell.com | support.dell.com 1 2 1 3 4 2 3 1 security cable slot 2 cover release latch 3 padlock ring 4 computer cover 4 Slide the cover release latch back as you lift the cover. 5 Grip the sides of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using the hinge tabs as leverage points. 6 Remove the cover from the hinge tabs and set it aside on a clean...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 21

Desktop Computer NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an unpainted metal surface. ...the padlock ring on the back panel, remove the padlock. 3 Slide the cover release latch back as you lift the cover. 4 Grip the sides of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using the hinge tabs as leverage points. 5 Remove the cover from the hinge tabs and set it ...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 22

... installed a padlock through the padlock ring on the back panel, remove the padlock. 3 Slide the cover release latch back as you lift the cover. 4 Grip the sides of the computer cover and pivot the cover up using the hinge tabs as leverage points. 5 Remove the cover from the hinge tabs and set it aside on a clean, nonabrasive...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 30

.... This test typically takes 10 to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on your computer or all devices from the Drivers and Utilities CD (optional), remove the CD. 5 Close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. NOTE: The Service Tag for the selected device. Displays your hardware configuration...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 33

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Quick Reference Guide - Page 34

Continue until you have two or more memory modules installed, remove the modules, reinstall one memory module installed, reinstall it and restart the computer. A failure has occurred. This pattern also displays when you enter system setup ...

Quick Reference Guide - Page 39

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Quick Reference Guide - Page 40

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Quick Reference Guide - Page 43

..., 31 patterns, 9, 12, 15 problems. See troubleshooting Index 43 Index B beep codes, 35 C CDs drivers and utilities, 7 operating system, 7 conflicts software and hardware incompatibilities, 36 cover removing, 18 D Dell Premier Support website, 7 support site, 6 Dell Diagnostics, 28 Desktop System Software.