Chapter 2
Preparing for Service
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2.2
Required Tools
The server can be serviced with the following tools:
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Antistatic wrist strap
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Antistatic mat
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No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
2.3
Preparing for Component Replacement
Before you can remove and install components that are inside the server, you must
prepare the server for service.
Note –
When replacing the hard drives or power supplies, not all of these tasks are
necessary. The replacement procedures for those components address this fact.
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Power Off the Server
Performing a graceful shutdown makes sure all of your data is saved and the system
is ready for restart.
1. Log in as superuser or equivalent.
Depending on the nature of the problem, you might want to view the system
status, the log files, or run diagnostics before you shut down the system. Refer to
the administration documentation for log file information.
2. Notify affected users.
Refer to your administration documentation for additional information.
3. Save any open files, and quit all running programs.
Refer to your application documentation for specific information on these
processes.
4. Shut down the operating system.
Refer to the operating system documentation for additional information.
