Chapter 4. Installing Options; Installation Guidelines; System Reliability Considerations; Handling Static-Sensitive Devices - IBM IntelliStation Z Pro 6223 Hardware Maintenance Manual And Troubleshooting Manual

Chapter 4. Installing options

This chapter provides instructions for installing or replacing hardware options in
your computer. For a list of supported options for your computer, go to
http://www.ibm.com/pc/; then, select your country and navigate to the list of options
for your computer.

Installation guidelines

Before you begin installing options in your computer, read the following information:
v Read the safety information beginning on page 125 and the guidelines in
v Make sure that you have an adequate number of properly grounded electrical
v Back up all important data before you make changes to disk drives.
v Have a small flat-blade screwdriver available.
v When you need to access the inside of the computer to install options, you might
v Blue on a component indicates touch points, where you can grip the component

System reliability considerations

To help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure that:
v Each of the drive bays has a drive or a filler panel and electromagnetic
v There is adequate space around the computer to allow the computer cooling
v You have followed the cabling instructions that come with optional adapters.
v You have replaced a failed fan as soon as possible.

Handling static-sensitive devices

Attention:
avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until
you are ready to install them.
To reduce the possibility of damage from electrostatic discharge, observe the
following precautions:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed circuitry.
v Do not leave the device where others can handle and damage it.
© Copyright IBM Corp. 2004, 2005
"Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices" on page 128.. This
information will help you work safely with your computer and options.
outlets for your computer, monitor, and other devices that you will connect to the
computer.
find it easier to lay the computer on its side.
to remove it from or install it in the computer, open or close a latch, and so on.
compatibility (EMC) shield installed in it.
system to work properly. Leave approximately 50 mm (2 in.) of open space
around the front and rear of the computer. Do not place objects in front of the
fans. For proper cooling and airflow, replace the computer cover before turning
on the computer. Operating the computer for extended periods of time (more
than 30 minutes) with the computer cover removed might damage computer
components.
Static electricity can damage electronic devices and your computer. To
you.
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