Chapter 3: FRU Removal and Replacement Procedures
Replacing the Node System Board
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Removing a Failed System Board
To remove the system board from the DXi6900-S Node:
Turning Off the DXi6900-S on page 21
).
Opening and Closing the Node on page 63
).
3. Remove the following components:
Replacing a Node Power Supply on page 78
).
Removing and Installing the Cooling Fan Assembly on page 175
).
Replacing an Expansion Card in Riser 1 on page 97
Expansion Card in Riser 2 or 3 on page 100
).
d. Integrated storage controller card (see
Replacing the Integrated Storage Controller on page 106
).
Removing and Installing the PCIe Card Holder on page 177
).
f.
Removing and Installing the Cable Retention Bracket on page 178
).
g. If present, support bracket (see
).
Note:
The support bracket is present on certain system configurations for protection during
shipping and can be discarded after removal.
4. Disconnect the mini SAS cable from the system board:
Caution:
To avoid damaging the mini SAS cable and connector, follow the correct procedure
when removing the mini SAS cable from the system board.
a. Push the mini SAS cable connector to slide it further into the connector (J_SASX8) on the system
).
b. Press down and hold the metal tab on the mini SAS cable connector.
c. Pull the mini SAS cable out of the connector on the system board.
Figure 88:
Removing and Installing the Mini SAS Cable Connector
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