Remove the Rear Chassis Subassembly

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The rear chassis subassembly is a cold-service component that can be replaced only by qualified service personnel. For its location, see Rear Panel Components (Service).

Caution - This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. This discharge can cause server components to fail.

Caution - Do not attempt to remove the rear chassis subassembly while the server is in the rack. You must remove the chassis to service the rear chassis subassembly.

Power down the server.
See Removing Power From the Server.

Disconnect the power coards.
See Disconnect the Power Cords.

Take the necessary ESD precautions.
See Prevent ESD Damage.

At the front of the server, remove all of these components:

Component	Link
Cables	Ensure that you label the cables.
Processor modules (top to bottom)	Remove a Processor Module or Processor Filler Module
Main module	Remove the Main Module
Power supplies	Remove a Power Supply

At the rear of the server, remove all of these components.

Component

Link

Cables

Ensure that you lable the cables.

Fan modules

Remove a Fan Module

PCIe carriers

Remove a Card Carrier

Rear I/O module

Remove the Rear I/O Module

Caution - Do not attempt to remove the chassis alone without the aide of another person or a mechanical lift.

Determine your next step:
- If you have another person to assist you, go to Step 8.
- If you are alone, go to Step 7.

Place a mechanical lift under the chassis, and remove the screws that fasten it to the rack.

Remove the chassis from the rack, and place it on an appropriate surface.

Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the five screws that secure the rear chassis subassembly to the server chassis, and then, slide the rear chassis subassembly out and away from the chassis.

Slide the rear chassis subassembly out and away from the chassis.

SPARC T5-8 Server Service Manual

Remove the Rear Chassis Subassembly

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