Figure 6. Removing or installing the blade
1. release button 2. blade
3. enclosure
Installing a blade
Prerequisites
Ensure that you read the 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.
Steps
1. If you are installing a new blade, remove the plastic cover from the I/O connector(s) and save for
future use.
2. Orient the blade so that the handle is on the left side of the blade.
3. If you are installing a half-height blade in bays 11 or 12, rotate the LCD module to the horizontal
storage position to prevent accidental damage to the LCD screen.
4. If you are installing a half-height blade in one of the eight upper bays, align the guide rail on the
upper edge of the blade so that the rail fits between the plastic guides on the enclosure.
If you are installing a half-height blade in one of the eight lower bays, align the edge of the blade
with the guide rail on the floor of the M1000e enclosure.
5. Slide the blade into the enclosure until the handle engages and locks the blade in place.
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