Installing and removing system components
The following sections contain the procedures for removing and replacing system components.
Topics:
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Before working inside your system
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After working inside your system
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Expansion cards and expansion card risers
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Processor and heat sink module
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Restoring the system using Easy Restore
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Before working inside your system
Prerequisites
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the
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Steps
1. Power off the sled.
2. Remove the sled from the enclosure.
Safety instructions
NOTE:
Whenever you need to lift the system, get others to assist you. To avoid injury, do not attempt to lift the system by
yourself.
CAUTION:
Ensure to have two or more people to lift the system horizontally from the box and place it on a flat
surface, rack lift, or into the rails.
WARNING:
Opening or removing the system cover while the system is power on may expose you to a risk of
electric shock.
WARNING:
Do not operate the system without the cover for a duration exceeding five minutes. Operating the
system without the system cover can result in component damage.
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or
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Installing and removing system components
