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Chapter 5. Installing, removing, or replacing hardware
This chapter provides instructions on how to install, remove, or replace hardware for your server.
This chapter contains the following topics:
• “Guidelines” on page 17
• “Removing the server cover” on page 19
• “Installing, removing, or replacing optional hardware devices” on page 20
• “Installing, removing, or replacing hardware devices” on page 38
• “Completing the parts replacement” on page 65
Guidelines
This section provides some guidelines that you should read and understand before using your server.
Basic guidelines
Before you use the server, be sure to read and understand the following guidelines:
• Be sure to read and understand the Safety Information and the Warranty and Support Information on the
documentation DVD that comes with your product, and “Guidelines” on page 17
. These information will
help you work safely. To obtain a copy of the publications, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/support
• When you install your new server, take the opportunity to download and apply the most recent rmware
updates. This step will help you to ensure that any known issues are addressed and the server is ready to
function at optimal performance. To download rmware updates for your server, do the following:
1. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support.
2. Click Download & Drivers ➙ ThinkServer and then follow the instructions on the Web page to
download rmware updates for your server.
• Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are working. Put removed covers and other parts
in a safe place.
• If you must turn on the server while the server cover is removed, make sure that no one is near the server
and that no tools or other objects have been left inside the server.
• Do not attempt to lift an object that you think is too heavy for you. If you have to lift a heavy object,
observe the following precautions:
– Make sure that you can stand safely without slipping.
– Distribute the weight of the object equally between your feet.
– Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you lift a heavy object.
– To avoid straining the muscles in your back, lift by standing or by pushing up with your leg muscles.
• Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical outlets for the server,
monitor, and other devices.
• Back up all important data before you make changes to drives.
• Have a small at-blade screwdriver available.
• To view the error LEDs on the system board and internal components, leave the server connected to
power.
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