48 Upgrade and Maintenance Manual MX130 S2
Basic hardware procedures
4.2 Opening the server
V CAUTION!
● Before removing or installing covers, turn off the server and all
peripheral devices. Also unplug all power cables from the outlet.
Failure to do so can cause electric shock.
● In order to comply with applicable EMC regulations (regulations on
electromagnetic compatibility) and satisfy cooling requirements, the
PRIMERGY MX130 S2 server must not run while the server cover is
removed.
● For further safety information, please refer to chapter "Important
information" on page 31.
4.2.1 Shutting down the server
V CAUTION!
For further safety information, please refer to chapter "Important
information" on page 31.
I This step is only required when upgrading or replacing non-hot plug
components.
Ê Inform the system administrator that the server will be shut down and put
offline.
Ê Terminate all applications.
Ê Verify if your backup software solution requires preparative configuration
before starting the procedure as described in section "Verifying and
configuring the backup software solution" on page 61.
Ê Remove all backup and optical disk media from backup and optical disk
drives as described in section "Removing backup and optical disk media" on
page 60.