How to Remove Your PC's Case

This is step to servicing, upgrading or removing PC hardware from your PC. Refer to my other articles on adding, upgrading or removing any piece of hardware.

First things first, get that case off your PC. This is usually done by removing the screws on the back. Don't remove the ones near your power supply! This will cause your power supply to fall out. Fundamentally remove the screws along the side that appear to be holding the case to the frame. Usually, this is about 6-9 screws. This will remove both sides. In the event you are aiming on only removing side (sometimes this is best, as you only need to service side) then remove the screws holding the side on. (For clone PCs. For IBM/Compaq’s, refer below). After you have got the screws off either the side, or both sides, fundamentally slide the sides off towards the front side (the side where the power button is).

In the event you have got an IBM or Compaq, you will need to remove all the screws holding the case onto the back, & then employ or both methods. Some IBM PCs need you to "yank" the case off. Don't be rough - remove the screws, then hold the PC in both hands & pull the case towards you, in the direction facing the front. Various these can be annoying to get loose. The other system is using push tabs - some PC cases have these, so in the event you are having trouble, look for these puppies.