Removing the 3U chassis power supply and power-supply paddle card
To remove the 3U chassis power supply and power-supply paddle card, complete
the following steps:
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and “Installation guidelines”
2. If the 3U chassis is installed in an iDataPlex rack, remove it (see “Removing a
3U chassis from a Type 7825 iDataPlex rack” on page 129).
3. Remove the top cover (see “Removing the 3U chassis top cover” on page 84).
4. Remove the fan assembly (see “Removing the 3U chassis fan assembly” on
5. Partially remove the system-board tray to disengage the power connector at the
rear of the system-board tray (see “Removing the system-board tray from a 3U
chassis” on page 77).
6. Press the release button on the power supply and simultaneously slide the
retention bracket toward the rear of the 3U chassis and remove the retention
bracket.
Tabs
Release
button
7. Disconnect the cables from the power-supply paddle card, remove the four
screws, and remove the power-supply paddle card from the system-board tray.
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