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Preparing to Service the System 67
Accessing Internal Components
These topics explain how to access components contained within the chassis and the
steps needed to protect against damage or injury from electrostatic discharge.
■ “Perform Electrostatic Discharge Prevention Measures” on page 67
■ “Remove the Top Cover” on page 67
■ “Remove the Air Duct” on page 103
■ “Install the Air Duct” on page 104
▼ Perform Electrostatic Discharge Prevention
Measures
Many components housed within the chassis can be damaged by electrostatic
discharge. To protect these components from damage, perform the following steps
before opening the chassis for service.
1. Prepare an antistatic surface to set parts on during the removal, installation, or
replacement process.
Place ESD-sensitive components such as the printed circuit boards on an antistatic
mat. The following items can be used as an antistatic mat:
■ Antistatic bag used to wrap a replacement part
■ ESD mat
■ A disposable ESD mat (shipped with some replacement parts or optional
system components)
2. Attach an antistatic wrist strap.
When servicing or removing server components, attach an antistatic strap to your
wrist and then to a metal area on the chassis.
Related Information
■ “General Safety Information” on page 57
▼ Remove the Top Cover
1. Unlatch the fan module door.
Pull the release tabs back to release the door.