5.
Place the server on a sturdy, level surface.
Remove the access panel
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the
internal system components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION: Do not operate the server for long periods with the access panel open or
removed. Operating the server in this manner results in improper airflow and improper
cooling that can lead to thermal damage.
To remove the component:
1. Power down the server (on page 13).
2. Remove the server from the rack (on page 13).
3. Open the latch, slide the access panel to the rear of the chassis, and remove the access panel.
If the latch is locked, use a T-15 Torx screwdriver to unlock the latch.
Remove the air baffle
To remove the component:
1. Power down the server (on page 13).
2. Remove the server from the rack (on page 13).
3. Remove the access panel (on page 14).
To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Remove the PCI riser board assembly
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the server or expansion boards, power down the server
and remove all AC power cords before removing or installing the PCI riser board assembly.
Operations 14
