Scalability Cartridge Assembly - IBM System x3950 Type 8878 Service Manual

Scalability cartridge assembly

To remove the scalability cartridge assembly, complete the following steps:
10. If you are instructed to return the scalability cartridge assembly, follow all
To install the replacement scalability cartridge assembly, complete the following
steps:
1. Insert the scalability cartridge assembly into the chassis rear and pivot the
2. Install the power-supply structure and the power supplies.
1. Read the safety information that begins on page vii and "Installation guidelines"
on page 31.
2. Turn off the server and peripheral devices, and disconnect the power cords
and all external cables necessary to replace the device.
3. Remove the top cover and bezel (see "Top cover and bezel" on page 45).
4. Remove all fans (see "Hot-swap fan" on page 37).
5. Remove the memory cards (see "Removing and replacing a memory card" on
page 40).
6. Lift the microprocessor-tray release latch, open the microprocessor-tray levers,
and pull the microprocessor tray out of the server slightly (see "Removing and
installing a microprocessor" on page 55).
7. Remove the power supplies and the power-supply structure (see
"Power-supply structure" on page 51).
8. Move the retention latch away from the scalability cartridge assembly, grasp
the blue handle, and lift the assembly out of the server, allowing the structure
to pivot at the chassis rear.
9. Move the assembly away from the chassis rear as you lift the assembly from
the server.
packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are
supplied to you.
assembly into place. Make sure the retention latch securely holds the assembly
in place.
Scalability cartridge assembly
Chapter 4. Removing and replacing server components
Retention latch
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