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b.
Disconnect each power cord from the server.
4. For tower models, do the following:
a. Place the server on a flat, level surface with the access panel facing up.
b. Remove the access panel ("Access panel" on page 28).
5. For rack models, do the following:
a. Extend the server from the rack (on page 27).
b. Remove the access panel ("Access panel" on page 28).
c. Release thumbscrews and remove the rack bezel.
6. Remove the air baffle ("Air baffle" on page 29).
7. Remove the fan cage ("Fan cage" on page 32).
8. Disconnect and remove the optical drive power and data cables.
9. Remove the optical drive.
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Front I/O assembly
To remove the component:
1. Do one of the following:
o For tower models, open and remove the bezel ("Remove the tower bezel" on page 26).
o For rack models, if installed, remove the security bezel (on page 26).
2. Power down the server (on page 25).
3. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
4. For tower models, do the following:
a. Place the server on a flat, level surface with the access panel facing up.