Lenovo ThinkServer RS160, User Manual And Hardware Maintenance Manual

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Chapter 5. Replacing hardware
This chapter provides instructions on how to remove and install hardware for your server.
This chapter contains the following items:
• “Purchasing ThinkServer options” on page 45
• “Getting familiar with important guidelines” on page 45
• “Preparing your server in advance” on page 47
• “Removing and installing hardware” on page 48
• “Completing the parts replacement” on page 95
Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective CRU. Information about this will
come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.
Purchasing ThinkServer options
You can purchase the supported options from Lenovo and install them in your server to enable desired
functions. For a list of ThinkServer options, go to:
http://lenovoquickpick.com/usa/home/thinkserver/rack-and-tower-server
Note: The option kit is designed for different types of servers and might contain additional cables that are
not required for your server.
Getting familiar with important guidelines
This topic provides some guidelines that you should read and understand before using your server.
Precautions
Before using the server, ensure that you read and understand the following precautions:
• Before using the product, ensure that you read and understand the multilingual safety
instructions and the Lenovo Limited Warranty (LLW) on the Lenovo Web site at
https://support.lenovo.com/documents/LNVO-DOCS. Reading and understanding the safety instructions
reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to your product.
• When you install your new server, take the opportunity to download and apply the most recent firmware
updates. This step will help to ensure that any known issues are addressed and that your server is ready
to function at maximum levels of performance. To download firmware updates for your server, go to
http://www.lenovo.com/support and follow the instructions on the Web page.
• Before you install optional hardware devices, ensure that the server is working correctly. If the server
is not working correctly, see Chapter 6 “Troubleshooting and diagnostics” on page 97 to do basic
troubleshooting. If the problem cannot be solved, see Chapter 7 “Getting information, help, and service”
on page 101.
• Observe good housekeeping in the area where you are working. Put removed covers and other parts
in a safe place.
• If you must turn on the server while the server cover is removed, ensure that no one is near the server
and that no tools or other objects have been left inside the server.
• Do not attempt to lift an object that you think is too heavy for you. If you have to lift a heavy object,
observe the following precautions:
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