Opening the System

Depending on your purpose, you may need to remove the access cover or both the access cover and the bezel. You may also need to open the subchassis or the electronics bay to reach certain components. Follow the instructions specific to the item you wish to remove or open as indicated in each section.

Removing the Access Cover

You need to remove the system access cover to reach components inside the system. Facing the front of the system, the access cover is on the right side of the server.

To Remove the Access Cover

1.Observe the ESD precautions in “Static Electricity Precautions” on page 2.

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

3.Turn off the system by using the power on/off switch on the front panel and unplugging all AC power cords.

4.Label and disconnect all peripheral cables attached to the input/output (I/O) panel on the back of the system.

Caution!

Power the system off and disconnect all power cords before proceeding. Installing any component while the power is on may cause permanent damage to the system.

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