Installing Or Removing A Power Supply - IBM eserver xSeries 232 8668 Hardware Maintenance Manual

Note: If you remove the microprocessor later, remember to install the
terminator card in the appropriate microprocessor connector and to
remove the VRM.
6. Remove the thermal tape liner from the underside of the fan sink and discard.
7. Set the fan sink into place.
Microprocessor
release lever
Make sure the fan sink guide fits between the processor and the processor
socket.
Fan sink guide
8. Press down and latch the spring retention clip on the back of the fan sink (the
side facing the back of the server).
9. Press down and latch the spring retention clip on the front of the fan sink (the
side facing the front of the server).
10. Plug the fan sink into the fan sink connector on the system board (J46). Make
sure the cable is not in a position to interfere with the fan sink operation.
11. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now; otherwise, go to
"Installing the bezel and front door" on page 80.

Installing or removing a power supply

Your server comes with one 385-watt power supply or two 250-watt power
supplies. The 385-watt power-supply configuration can be upgraded with an
optional backplane that will enable you to install up to a maximum of three
Installing a microprocessor
Fan sink
(Remove thermal tape
liner on installation)
Ensure correct alignment
of fan sink, mounting clip,
and mounting socket
Spring retention clip
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Installing options