Replacing The Power Supply - Dell GX280DT - GX280 Desktop Computer User Manual

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Power Supply
Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX280 Systems User's Guide
Replacing the Power Supply
DC Power Connectors
Replacing the Power Supply
NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your
computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
Small Form-Factor Computer
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
1. Follow the procedures in "Before You
2. Disconnect the DC power cables from the system board and the drives.
Note the routing of the DC power cables underneath the tabs in the computer frame as you remove them from the system board and drives. You must
route these cables properly when you replace them to prevent their being pinched or crimped.
3. Press the release button located on the floor of the computer frame.
1 release button
2 AC power connector
4. Slide the power supply toward the front of the computer approximately 1 inch.
5. Lift the power supply up and out of the computer.
6. Slide the replacement power supply into place.
7. Reconnect the DC power cables.
8. Connect the AC power cable to the connector.
9. Close the computer cover.
10. Attach the computer stand, if used.
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