Remove the Front I/O Assembly
The front I/O assembly is a cold-service component
that can be replaced only after you have removed the main module.
![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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- Take
the necessary ESD precautions.
See Prevent ESD Damage.
- Remove the main module from the
server.
See Remove the Main Module.
- Locate the front I/O assembly
on the main module.
See Main Module Internal Component Locations.
- Locate the cable that connects
the front I/O assembly to the motherboard.
- Disconnect the cable.
- Loosen the retaining screw that
secures the front I/O assembly to the motherboard.
- Gently pull the front I/O assembly
toward the rear of the main module until the ports at the front
of the assembly clear the front of the main module, and then remove
the front I/O assembly from the main module.