Specifications

Converting to desktop configuration
This computer can be operated in the mini-tower or the desktop configuration. Follow these steps to
convert to desktop configuration operation:
1. Disconnect power from the computer (see
Predisassembly procedures on page 70).
2. Remove the side access panel (see
Removing the side access panel on page 73).
3. Remove the front bezel from the computer (see
Removing the front bezel on page 76).
4. Press gently on the edges of the optical drive bay filler panel (1) to remove it from the front bezel
as shown in the following figure.
Figure 5-46 Removing the ODD bay filler panel
5. Rotate the filler panel (2) 90 degrees to a horizontal position.
6. Align the slots in the filler panel frame with the tabs in the front bezel. Press the optical drive filler
panel back into the front bezel until it snaps into place as shown in the following figure.
Figure 5-47 Installing the ODD bay filler panel
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