Specifications

Before you begin, obtain the following items:
v A flat-blade screwdriver
v An adjustable wrench
v A 19 mm (0.75 in.) rope clip or wire rope (similar to National Manufacturing No.
3230, Stock No. 176-735)
v Threaded nuts that fit the rope clip
v A security cable
v A lock, such as a combination lock or padlock
Complete
the following steps to install a rope clip:
1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. Disconnect all external cables
and power cords; then, remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page
34.
2. Use a screwdriver to remove the two metal knockouts.
3. Insert the rope clip through the rear panel; then, attach and tighten the nuts.
4. Thread the cable through the rope clip and around an object that is not part of
or permanently secured to the building structure or foundation, and from which
the cable cannot be removed. Fasten the cable ends together with a lock. After
you add the security cable, be certain it does not interfere with other cables
connected to the computer.
Rope clip
5. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, replace the
cover.
6. Reconnect the external cables and power cords. Turn on the attached devices,
and turn on the computer.
Replacing the cover
If you removed the support bracket, reinstall it before you replace the cover. See
“Removing and installing the support bracket” on page 53.
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