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Removing the System Top Cover
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Removing the System Top Cover
The server system must be operated with the system cover in place to ensure proper cooling. You
will need to remove the top cover to add or replace components inside of the server. Before
removing the top cover, power down the server and unplug all peripheral devices and the power
cable(s).
Note: A non-skid surface or a stop behind the server system may be needed to prevent the server
system from sliding on your work surface.
To remove the system cover, use the following steps:
1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions in Chapter 2, “System Safety.”.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the server.
3. Turn off the server.
4. Disconnect the power cord.