Control Panel; Removing The Control Panel - Dell PowerEdge R430 Owner's Manual

7. SAS_C connector on the backplane
Next steps
1. Install the hard drives in their original locations.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
Removing a hot swappable hard drive carrier
Installing a hot swappable hard drive carrier
After working inside your system

Control panel

The control panel contains the power button, the diagnostic indicators, and the front USB ports.

Removing the control panel

Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
Steps
1. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the screw(s) securing the control panel to the chassis.
CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when removing the control panel as it can damage the
connectors.
2. Release the locking tabs of the control panel by angling the control panel up and away from the
system.
For an eight 2.5 inch hot-swappable hard-drive chassis, remove the screw (located at the bottom of
the chassis) that secures the control panel to the chassis.
For a ten 2.5 inch hot-swappable hard-drive chassis, press the control panel latch and slide the
control panel out of the chassis.
3. Remove all the cables connecting the control panel to the chassis.
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