26 Case Access
Removing the side panel
The side panel cannot be removed unless the front bezel has already been
removed. The side panel provides access to all of the internal components of
the server.

To remove the side panel:

1Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords.
2Observe all safety and static electricity precautions, see Preventing static
electricity discharge on page 22.
3Remove the front bezel as described in Removing the front bezel on
page 25.
4Loosen the three thumbscrews from the left side of the front panel.
5Slide the side panel to the front, disengaging the retaining tabs on the
top edge of the panel from the top of the chassis.
6Lift the panel out and away from the chassis.
Thumbscrew
Thumbscrew
Thumbscrew
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