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Disassembling Power Mac G5 Side Panel

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Introduction

These instructions will show you the very first step into accessing the inside of the Apple G5.

  1. Disassembling Power Mac G5 Side Panel, Side Panel: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • To avoid electrocution, shut down the computer. Do not open the computer or attempt to install any items inside it while the computer is on.

    • To avoid being burned, wait at least 10 minutes to allow the computer's internal components to cool.

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  2. Disassembling Power Mac G5 Side Panel: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove all the cables, including the power cables before opening the unit.

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  4. Disassembling Power Mac G5 Side Panel: step 3, image 1 of 2 Disassembling Power Mac G5 Side Panel: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Lift the tab to unlock the side panel.

    • The panel should fall out. If the panel does not fall out by itself pull a little from the edges.

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  5. Disassembling Power Mac G5 Side Panel: step 4, image 1 of 3 Disassembling Power Mac G5 Side Panel: step 4, image 2 of 3 Disassembling Power Mac G5 Side Panel: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the air deflector (the clear plastic cover) by pulling on the handle.

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