Chapter 6: Power supply maintenance
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Note:
Do not leave a power supply slot empty. Do not remove a failed power supply unless you have a
replacement power supply that is ready to install.
Procedure
1.
Identify the failed power supply.
2.
Disconnect the power cable from the power supply.
3.
Grasp the power supply handle and the orange release latch and press the release latch to the right.
4.
Gently pull the power supply from the slot.
Install a power supply
You install a power supply to replace a failed or failing power supply.
Before you begin
You have completed these tasks:
■ Obtained a replacement power supply of the same type and wattage.
■ Read the guidelines for maintaining power supplies.
■ Read the guidelines for protecting hardware from electrostatic discharge.
Procedure
1.
Carefully remove the replacement power supply from its packaging.
2.
Orient the power supply so that the release latch is in the appropriate location, depending on the
model.