Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 - Manual (Page 29)

Chapter 7. Replacing hardware
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Removing the computer cover
Attention:
Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer
cool before removing the computer cover.
To remove the computer cover:
1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives,
shut down your operating system, turn off all attached devices, and
the computer.
2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power
cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are
connected to the computer. Refer to “Locating components and ports/
sockets”.
4. Place the computer upside down on a flat surface.
5. Loosen the screw in the middle of the stand.