Remove the PDB Signal Cable

Removing a cable is a cold-service operation. You must power off the server before you remove the cable.

1. Determine which cable to remove.

   See Cable Configurations.

2. Prepare for service.

   See Preparing for Service.

3. Review this information and complete these prerequisites in this order.

   See:

   • Remove a Fan Module

     Remove all fan modules.

   • Remove the Fan Tray

   • Rotate the Drive Cage to the Service Position.

   • Remove the Air Duct

   • Remove the PSU Duct

4. Disconnect the cable from the PDB and the motherboard.
   
5. Set the cable aside.
6. Consider your next step.
   • If you are replacing a cable, install the new cable.

     See Install the PDB Signal Cable.

   • If you removed a cable as part of another component's removal or installation procedure, return to that procedure.

     See Component Service Task Reference.

Related Information

• Install the PDB Signal Cable

• Component Locations (Storage, Power, NVMe, and Fan Modules)

• Component Locations (Motherboard, Memory, and PCIe Cards)

• Preparing for Service

• Returning a Server to Operation