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Installing and removing blade components
This section provides information on installing and removing the blade components. For information on
installing and removing the enclosure components, see the enclosure Owner's Manual at dell.com/
poweredgemanuals.

Safety instructions

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
NOTE: It is recommended that you always use a static mat and static strap while working on
components inside the system.
NOTE: To ensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the system must be populated at all
times with either a system component or with a blank.

Before working inside your system

1. Turn off the blade using the CMC.
2. Remove the blade from the enclosure.
3. Install the I/O connector cover.
4. Remove the system cover. See Removing the system cover.

After working inside your system

1. Install the system cover. See Installing the system cover.
2. Install the blade in the enclosure.
3. Turn on the blade.

Recommended tools

You may need the following items to perform the procedures in this section:
• #1 and #2 Phillips screwdrivers
• T8 and T10 Torx drivers
• Wrist grounding strap
• Hex nut driver-5 mm
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