| There are many
different types of computer case on the market today
and it would be boring to describe every possible combination
here. Suffice to say that you should find between four
and six screws either at the back or front of your computer
case which, if removed, will allow you to remove the
outer cover from the system case to give you access
to the motherboard, drives and components.
It is worth noting that some cases have a cover at the
front which 'snaps' on to the front of the main case.
This is normally removed in order to get at the screws
which hold the case cover in place.
Some cases have a key to unlock the case cover. Make
sure you have unlocked the case before you try to remove
the cover.
Using a suitable screwdriver, remove the screws which
retain the case cover.
Desktop cases usually have a cover which slides off
of the main case. Upright or tower cases usually have
panels at the side of the main case which slide off
or unhook when the retention screws are removed.
If you have an upright tower case with side panels you
should only have to remove the screws on the panel opposite
the motherboard unless you intend to remove the motherboard
itself.
Sometimes it's a case of trial and error to first establish
how your case opens.
Remember - if in doubt, always contact the store or
the people you bought your computer from and ask. A
simple phone call could save you a lot of frustration!
Once you have removed the case cover you should have
access to the components inside.
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