Removal and replacement procedures 25
Preparation procedures
To access some components and perform certain service procedures, you must perform one or more of the
following procedures:
•
Extend the server from the rack (on page 25).
If you are performing service procedures in an HP, Compaq branded, telco, or third-party rack
cabinet, you can use the locking feature of the rack rails to support the server and gain access to
internal components.
For more information about telco rack solutions, refer to the RackSolutions.com website
(http://www.racksolutions.com/hp
).
•
Power down the server (on page 25).
If you must remove a server from a rack or a non-hot-plug component from a server, power down the
server.
•
Remove the server from the rack (on page 26).
If the rack environment, cabling configuration, or the server location in the rack creates awkward
conditions, remove the server from the rack.
Extend the server from the rack
NOTE: If the optional cable management arm option is installed, you can extend the server
without powering down the server or disconnecting peripheral cables and power cords. These
steps are only necessary with the standard cable management solution.
1.
Power down the server (on page 25).
2.
Disconnect all peripheral cables and power cords.
3.
Loosen the front panel thumbscrews.
4.
Extend the server on the rack rails until the server rail-release latches engage.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage, be sure that the rack
is adequately stabilized before extending a component from the rack.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, be careful when pressing the server rail-
release latches and sliding the server into the rack. The sliding rails could pinch your fingers.
5.
After performing the installation or maintenance procedure, slide the server into the rack:
a.
Slide the server fully into the rack.
b.
Secure the server by tightening the thumbscrews.
6.
Connect the peripheral cables and power cords.
Power down the server
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, or damage to the equipment,
remove the power cord to remove power from the server. The front panel Power On/Standby
button does not completely shut off system power. Portions of the power supply and some
internal circuitry remain active until AC power is removed.
