Chassis Intrusion Switch; Removing The Intrusion Switch - Dell DL1300 Owner's Manual

7. processor
9. cooling fan (4)

Chassis intrusion switch

The Chassis Intrusion Switch detects any intrusion into the interior of your system and provides an
indication of the same in the system event logs. This switch is activated as soon as the cover of your
system chassis is removed.
NOTE: If the intrusion cable is missing or not connected, a notification is received in the ESM and
intrusion status is not logged in the system event log.
The chassis intrusion switch detects any unauthorized access into the interior of your system and
provides an indication of the same. This switch is activated as soon as the system cover is removed and
access is made to the interior of your system.

Removing the intrusion switch

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 safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3. Keep the plastic scribe ready.
Steps
1. Disconnect the intrusion switch cable from the connector on the system board.
2. Using a plastic scribe, slide the intrusion switch and remove it from under the intrusion switch slot.
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8. system board
10. hard drive backplane