Dell alienware 13, a13-6342 [10/119] Before working inside your computer

Before Working Inside Your

Computer

CAUTION: To avoid damaging the components and cards,

handle them by their edges and avoid touching pins and

contacts.

NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer

depending on the configuration you ordered.

Before You Begin

1 Save and close all open files and exit all open applications.

2 Shut down your computer.

– Windows 8.1: On the Start screen, click or tap the power icon →

Shut down.

– Windows 7: Click or tap Start → Shut down .

NOTE: If you are using a different operating system, see the

documentation of your operating system for shut-down instructions.

3 Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical

outlets.

4 Disconnect all cables such as telephone cables, network cables and so on,

from your computer.

5 Disconnect all attached devices and peripherals, such as keyboard, mouse,

monitor, and so on, from your computer.

6 Remove any media card and optical disc from your computer, if applicable.

Safety Instructions

Use the following safety guidelines to protect your computer from potential

damage and ensure your personal safety.

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the

safety information that shipped with your computer. For

more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance

home page at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.