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Replacing the control panel bridge card
To replace the control panel bridge card:
1 Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on
page 30. Make sure that you turn off the server, then unplug the power
cord(s) and all other cables connected to the server.
2 Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 31.
3 Remove the fan duct and system fans by following the instructions in
“Replacing system fans” on page 46.
4 Remove the media cage by following the instructions in “Removing and
installing an optical drive” on page 33.
5 Disconnect the cables from the control panel bridge card.
6 Remove the top panel screw (1), then loosen the thumbscrew (2) holding
the control panel bridge card to the chassis.
7 Push the control panel bridge card (3) toward the front of the chassis and
remove it, then store it in a static-free bag.
8 Holding the new control panel bridge card by the edges, place it in the
chassis, then slide it toward the back of the chassis.
9 Tighten the thumbscrew to secure the control panel bridge card in the
chassis.
10 Insert the media cage into the assembly bay in the chassis.
11 Secure the assembly by tightening the thumbscrew you previously
loosened.
12 Connect the data and power cables to the back of the drives and the
control panel bridge card.
13 Reinstall the fan duct and system fans by following the instructions in
“Replacing system fans” on page 46.
14 Follow the instructions in “Closing the server case” on page 32.
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