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• Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them. Do
not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags
provide electrostatic protection.
• Always hold expansion cards by their edges or their metal mounting brackets. Avoid
touching the edge connectors and components on the cards. Never slide expansion cards
or components over any surface.
Accessing the internal components
Opening the server case
Because the components inside your server are extremely sensitive to static electricity, make sure
that you follow the instructions at the beginning of this chapter to avoid static electricity damage.
To open the server case:
1 Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 18.
2 Turn off the server, then unplug the power cords and all other cables connected to the
server.
3 Remove the case cover thumbscrew.
4 Lift the cover release lever.
Caution
For correct cooling and air flow, always reinstall the side panel and the air duct (if
included) before you turn on the server. Operating the server without the cover in place
can damage server components.
Warning
This server may have two power cords. To disconnect internal AC power,
you must unplug both power cords.