Removal And Replacement Procedures; Required Tools; Preparation Procedures; Power Down The Server - HP ProLiant DL380 G7 Maintenance And Service Manual

Removal and replacement procedures

Required tools

You need the following items for some procedures:
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T-10/T-15 Torx screwdriver (included with the server)
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HP Insight Diagnostics software

Preparation procedures

To access some components and perform certain service procedures, you must perform one or more of the
following procedures:
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Extend the server from the rack (on page 27).
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).
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Power down the server (on page 26).
If you must remove a server from a rack or a non-hot-plug component from a server, power down the
server.
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Remove the server from the rack (on page 28).
If the rack environment, cabling configuration, or the server location in the rack creates awkward
conditions, remove the server from the rack.
•
Access the product rear panel (on page 28).
If you are performing certain service procedures, access the product rear panel.

Power down the server

WARNING:
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.
IMPORTANT:
Back up the server data.
1.
Shut down the operating system as directed by the operating system documentation.
2.
("HP Insight
To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, or damage to the equipment,
If installing a hot-plug device, it is not necessary to power down the server.
Diagnostics" on page 84)
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