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Power Macintosh G3 (Minitower) Chassis Locking Latch Replacement

What you need

    • Press the green release button on top of the side access panel.

    • Pull off the side access panel to get inside the computer.

    • When putting the side access panel back on, make sure that the bottom of the panel lines up with the rail on the bottom, and that the chassis is locked with the green latches.

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    • Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the latch screw and remove it, along with the washer.

    • Remove the locking latch.

    • Repeat this step for the other latch.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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