I/O Board - IBM x3950 Problem Determination And Service Manual

3. Remove the top cover (see "Top cover and bezel" on page 131).
4. Remove the 2 SAS signal cables from the I/O board.
5. Remove the battery:
6. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. See
To install the replacement battery, complete the following steps:
1. Follow any special handling and installation instructions that come with the
2. Insert the replacement battery:
3. Reconnect the 2 SAS signal cables to the I/O board.
4. Install the top cover (see "Top cover and bezel" on page 131).
5. Slide the server into the rack.
6. Reconnect the external cables; then, reconnect the power cords and turn on the
7. Start the Configuration/Setup Utility program and reset the configuration.

I/O board

When replacing the I/O board, you must either update the server with the latest
SAS firmware or restore the pre-existing firmware from a diskette or CD image.
a. Use one finger to press the top of the battery clip away from the battery.
b. Lift and remove the battery from the socket.
"Battery return program" on page 166 for information about disposing of the
battery).
replacement battery.
a. Position the battery so that the positive (+) symbol is facing away from you.
b. Use one finger to press the top of the battery clip away from the battery.
c. Press the battery into the socket until it clicks into place. Make sure that the
battery clip holds the battery securely.
peripheral devices and the server.
Note: You must wait approximately 20 seconds after you connect the power
cord of the server to an electrical outlet before the power-control button
becomes active.
v Set the system date and time.
v Set the power-on password.
v Reconfigure the server.
See "Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program" on page 152 for details.
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