Installing Cold Cathode Flourescent Lights (CCFLs)

Opening up the Computer

Remove the Case Panel or Cover

Mark Kyrnin

At this point the computer case can be opened up to allow access for installing the lights. Computer cases will vary on how access to the interior is managed. Some will required the whole cover be removed while others will have a side panel or door. In most cases, the panel or cover will be fastened down with a series of screws. Remove these and set them aside someplace safe. Once unscrewed, remove the panel by lifting up or sliding depending up how the cover is fastened on.

• Intro and Powering Down the Computer
• Opening up the Computer
• Determining Where to Install
• (Optional) Switch Installation
• Mounting the Voltage Inverter
• Placing the Feet for the Lights
• Strapping the Tubes to the Case
• Connecting the Internal Power
• Close up the Computer Case
• Powering Back Up