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To disassemble your computer, follow these steps:
1. Unplug your computer and all peripheral items. Turn off the computer, unplug the power cord, and remove any peripheral items such as the keyboard, mouse, monitor, headphones, and external drives. It's important to wear a grounding strap or touch an unpainted metal part of the computer to discharge any static electricity. If you've walked across a carpet, then touch an unpainted metal part of the computer again to discharge any built-up static electricity.
2. Remove the side covers. Remove at least one of the side covers, usually the right side as you face the front of the computer. You might find it easier to access all the parts if you remove both side covers. There are sometimes thumb screws on the covers to make access easier.
3. Disconnect connectors. Disconnect all the connectors and then remove any card readers and internal DVD players. These are usually screwed into place.
4. Remove standalone fans. Remove any standalone fans. This is a good time to remove any dust, lint, and pet hair from the fans if you’re planning on reusing them.
5. Remove the storage drive. Disconnect the cables and remove the storage drive. Generally, storage drives are held in place by multiple screws. If you have a hard drive, be gentle when moving the drive as hard bumps can damage the internal parts.
6. Remove memory (RAM) modules. Remove the memory (RAM) modules by pushing the clips on both ends of the module down. This will cause the module to pop up for easy removal. Do not touch the gold connectors on the chips if you’re reusing the modules. If you're not reusing the RAM, find out how it can be used in other applications.
7. Remove the power supply unit. Remove the power supply unit by unplugging the remaining connectors, then unscrewing the unit from the frame.
8. Remove motherboard adapter or expansion cards. Remove any adapter or expansion cards from the motherboard. Although these cards usually slide into preconfigured slots, there can be screws. Do not touch the gold connectors on the cards if you’re reinstalling the cards.
9. Remove the motherboard. Disconnect all the cables from the motherboard, then unscrew it from the frame by loosening each screw a little bit before going around again to loosen each screw properly. This prevents any potential warping of the motherboard by gradually releasing the tension on it.
If you are rebuilding the computer, insert the components in the opposite order you removed them, starting with the motherboard. Plug in all the cables as you insert the component; most items will plug into the motherboard and the power supply unit.
Congratulations, you’ve disassembled and possibly reassembled your computer!

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