Changing from Pedestal to Rack, Remove the Covers

Changing from Pedestal to Rack

To change your server from pedestal mode to rack mode, you must complete two basic steps: removing the components of the pedestal mount, then configuring the server for a rack mount. Because configuring for a rack mount was described in an earlier section (page 13), this section covers only a few details unique to your task and refers you to the earlier section for the rest of the required information.

Before starting, please read “Safety Guidelines” on page v.

Prepare the Slide Assemblies

See page 13.

Remove the Covers

1.Observe the safety guidelines on page v.

2.Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server.

3.Turn the server power off with the on/off power switch on the front of the server AND unplug all AC power cords.

4.Label and disconnect all peripheral cables attached to the I/O panel on the back of the server.

Figure 9. Screw Locations, Top and Side Covers

5.Remove and save the single screw from the back of the TOP cover.

6.Place the fingertips of your hand under the built-in handle on the back of the cover.

7.Using an even pull, slide the cover backward, about an inch, until it stops.

8.Pull the entire cover upward, straight away from the chassis, to disengage the rows of tabs from the notches in the chassis. Set the cover aside.

9.Remove and save the two screws from the back of the SIDE cover.

10.Remove the side cover in the same manner as the top and access covers: pull the cover back using the built-in handle, then lift it away.