System information

Chapter 1

Overview and Common Procedures—Server Upgrade

Removing and Replacing the System Covers

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 from the back of the system.

Step 2. Release the rack latches by rotating them outward.

Figure 1-7 Release the Rack Latches

Step 3. Slide the system out of the rack until the guide-rail release clips are visible.

Insert the Server into the Rack

To insert the server into the rack, perform the following steps:

Step 1. Press the rail clips on either side of the server inward and push the server into the rack until it

stops.

Step 2. Verify that the rack latches are closed.

Removing and Replacing the Top Cover

Removing the Top 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 from the back of the system.