System information

Chapter 1
Overview and Common Procedures—Server Upgrade
Removing and Replacing the System Covers
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WARNING Ensure all anti-tip features (front and rear anti-tip feet installed; adequate ballast
properly placed; and so on) are employed prior to extending the server.
Tower Configuration
To access the internal components on a tower system, you must remove the plastic and metal left-side covers.
Removing the Plastic Side Cover
NOTE If you are replacing a hot-swappable item, you can leave the system on and external cables
(including the power cord) connected.
Step 1. Turn off the system and disconnect the power and external cables.
Step 2. Remove the plastic cover.
a. Grasp both indentations at the top of the side panel and pull outward.
b. Lift the plastic cover off of the system chassis.
Figure 1-2 Removing the Plastic Side Cover