a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
3. Do one of the following:
• Extend the server from the rack (
Extending the server from the rack).
• Remove the server from the rack (
Removing the server from the rack).
4. Remove the access panel (Removing the access panel).
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.
5. Remove the primary PCIe riser cage (Removing a PCIe riser cage).
6. If installed, remove the butterfly riser cage (Removing a PCIe riser cage).
7. Remove the air baffle.
Installing the air baffle
CAUTION: For proper cooling, do not operate the server without the access panel, baffles, expansion slot covers, or
blanks installed. If the server supports hot-plug components, minimize the amount of time the access panel is open.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the connectors, always install the air baffle into the server before installing the riser
cages.
Procedure
1. Install the air baffle.
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