2. Daily Maintenance
Express5800/R120f-2E, T120f Maintenance Guide
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Chapter 1 Maintenance
2.5.1
Cleaning the server
Wipe the external surfaces of the server with a dry soft cloth. Follow the steps below if stains remain on the
surfaces.
Important
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Do not use thinner, benzene, and other volatile solvents to clean the
server.
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The power outlet, cables, connectors on the rear panel of the server, and
the inside of the server must be kept dry.
1. Confirm that the power is OFF (POWER LED is OFF).
2. Unplug the power cord of the server from a power outlet.
3. Wipe off dust from the power cord plug with a dry cloth.
4. Soak a soft cloth in neutral detergent that is diluted with cold or lukewarm water, and squeeze it firmly.
5. Rub off stains on the server with the cloth prepared in step 4.
6. Soak a soft cloth in water, squeeze it firmly, and wipe the server with it once again.
7. Wipe the server with a dry cloth.
2.5.2
Cleaning the tape drive
A dirty tape drive head causes unsuccessful file backup and damages the tape cartridge. Periodically clean
the tape drive with the designated cleaning tape.
For the cleaning interval and method, the estimated usable period and lifetime of the tape cartridge, refer to
the instructions attached to the tape drive.
2.5.3
Cleaning the keyboard and mouse
Wipe the surface of the keyboard with a dry cloth after confirming that the whole system, including the server
and the peripherals, are shut down and POWER LED is off.
An optical mouse does not work properly if the lens area is not clean. Wipe the sensor with a dry cloth to
remove any dirt or dust.
