MPC NetFRAME 1420, Technical Reference Manual

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MPC Computers, LLC NetFRAME 1420
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Taking Apart Your System
To remove or replace most drives, memory, or PCI cards, you will need to remove the server's
access panel. The following sections provide information about taking your system apart.
Safety and Preparation
Access Panel
Caution: Modules are Electrostatic Sensitive. A small electrostatic discharge
(ESD) can damage server components. An ESD-damaged module or PCI card
might not fail immediately, but over time it could become worse, possibly
causing an intermittent problem. Be very careful to handle the module or PCI
card ONLY by the edges. DO NOT touch the gold/silver edge-connectors or
any of the components on the system board. Leave the module or PCI card in
the antistatic bag until ready for installation.
Caution: The system board conforms to the new PCI 2.2 specification. This
requires 3.3v standby for all PCI slots, DIMM banks, and PS/2 outputs
(KB/PS/2 Mouse). Always remember to unplug the AC power cord before
adding any PCI cards, memory, or plugging/unplugging the keyboard or
mouse. Otherwise, the system may automatically power up when adding the
component. This could also damage the system board or the component you
are adding and is not covered under warranty.
Safety and Preparation
To avoid personal injury and property damage, please carefully follow all the safety steps listed
below:
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Cautions
Leave the module in the antistatic bag until you are ready to install it.
The system should be opened on an ESD-safe workbench, and the technician should
wear an ESD-safe smock with grounding wrist and foot straps.
Keep DIMMs in the antistatic bag while transporting, especially when crossing carpet.
Antistatic wrist straps with clip-on ends are available commercially.
Caution: The system board conforms to the new PCI 2.2 specification. This
requires 3.3v standby for all PCI slots, DIMM banks, and PS/2 outputs
(KB/PS/2 Mouse). Always remember to unplug the AC power cord before
adding any PCI cards, memory, or plugging/unplugging the keyboard or
mouse. Otherwise, the system may automatically power up when adding the
component. This could damage the system board or the component you are
adding and is not covered under warranty.