IBM 7163, Problem Determination And Service Manual

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Replacing the microprocessor/memory card structure
To install the replacement microprocessor/memory card structure, complete the
following steps:
1. Align the structure with the connectors on the I/O board and place the structure
in the chassis.
2. Push the blue latch of the structure toward the rear of the server until it locks
the structure into position.
3. Tighten the three retainer screws to secure the structure.
4. Install all microprocessor/memory cards (see “Replacing a microprocessor/
memory card” on page 51).
5. Install all fans (see “Replacing the hot-swap fan” on page 45).
6. Install all adapters (see “Replacing the adapter” on page 42).
7. Install the top cover (see “Replacing the top cover” on page 42).
8. Connect the cables and power cords (see “Connecting the cables” on page 40
for cabling instructions).
9. Turn on all attached devices and the server.
Removing the operator information panel assembly
To remove the operator information panel assembly, complete the following steps.
Release
tabs
Ribbon
cable
Release
latch
Operator
information
panel
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines”
on page 37.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords and
all external cables necessary to replace the device.
3. Remove the top cover (see “Removing the top cover” on page 41).
4. Remove the top-cover latch bracket (see “Removing the top-cover latch bracket”
on page 57).
5. Note where the operator information panel ribbon cable is connected to the I/O
board, and disconnect the cable.
6. Separate the hook-and-loop fastener that holds the ribbon cable to the chassis.
7. Slide the release latch to the left and pull the panel out of the server.
8. Press the release tabs through the holes on the bezel; then, pull the assembly
and the ribbon cable out of the server.
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