vYou do not have to turn off the server to install or replace
vBlue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip the component to remove it from or install it in the server, open or close a latch, and so on.
vOrange on a component or an orange label on or near a component indicates that the component can be
vWhen you are finished working on the server, reinstall all safety shields, guards, labels, and ground wires.
vFor a list of supported optional devices for the server, see http://www.lenovo.com/ thinkserver.
System reliability guidelines
To help ensure proper system cooling and system reliability, make sure that the following requirements are met:
vEach of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) shield installed in it.
vIf the server has redundant power, each of the
vThere is adequate space around the server to allow the server cooling system to work properly. Leave approximately 50 mm (2.0 in.) of open space around the front and rear of the server. Do not place objects in front of the fans. For proper cooling and airflow, replace the server cover before you turn on the server. Operating the server for extended periods of time (more than 30 minutes) with the server cover removed might damage server components.
vYou have followed the cabling instructions that come with optional adapters.
vYou have replaced a failed fan within 48 hours.
vYou have replaced a
vYou have replaced a
vYou do not operate the server without the air baffles installed. Operating the server without the air baffles might cause the microprocessors to overheat.
vMicroprocessor 2 air baffle and DIMM air baffle are installed.
vThe EasyLED diagnostics panel is not pulled out of the server.
Working inside the server with the power on
Attention: Static electricity that is released to internal server components when the server is
The server supports
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