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Inspiron 3020 Desktop Service Manual

Installing the power-supply unit

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.

About this task

The following image(s) indicate the location of the power-supply unit and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Installing the power-supply unit

Steps

  1. Place and slide the tabs on the power-supply unit into the latches on the chassis.
  2. Align the screw holes on the power-supply unit to the screw holes on the chassis.
  3. Replace the three screws (#6-32) that secure the power-supply unit to the chassis.
  4. Route the power-supply unit cables through the routing guides on the chassis.
  5. Connect the system-board power cable to the system board.
  6. Connect the processor-power cable to the system board.
  7. Connect the graphics-card power cable to the graphics card.
  8. Place the computer in an upright position.

Next steps

  1. Install the left-side cover.
  2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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