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How to move, remove, adjust jumpers and dip switches.

Question:

How to move, remove, adjust jumpers and dip switches.

Answer:

How do I remove my Jumper?

The recommend method or removing a jumper is with your fingers. However, if you are unable to remove the jumper with your fingers, you can also use a pair of tweezers. When removing the jumper, ensure that your are very careful not to lose the jumper either in the computer case or on the floor.

• See our jumper dictionary definition for additional information about jumpers and pictures.

How do I move or change a dip Switch?

While most dip switches are very small in size they generally can be adjusted with a finger and or finger nail. However, if you are unable to move the switch such as a dip switch within a computer or laptop, use a small device such as a small screwdriver, paperclip, or other small pointed object and gently adjust the switch.

Warning: Never use a pencil to adjust a Dip switch as the residue from the pencil can damage the system.

• See our dip switch dictionary definition for additional information and illustration.

Additional information:

• See our jumper definition for additional information about this term and related links.