Remove the Rear Chassis Subassembly
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 Caution](graphics/electrical.gif) | Caution -
This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to
electrostatic discharge. This discharge can cause server components to
fail.
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![Caution Caution](graphics/caution.gif) | 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:
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Cables |
Ensure that you label the cables. |
Processor modules (top to bottom) |
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Main module |
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Power supplies |
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- At the rear of the server, remove
all of these components.
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Cables |
Ensure that you lable the cables. |
Fan modules |
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PCIe carriers |
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Rear I/O module |
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![Caution Caution](graphics/caution.gif) | 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.