Disk Unit - IBM 5886 Removal And Replacement Procedures

February 2010
v Added information for IBM Power Systems

Disk unit

How to service the disk unit.
Use this procedure to service the disk unit.
The disk unit is serviced concurrently.
Attention: Failure to follow the step-by-step sequence for this FRU removal or installation might result
in damage to the FRU or system.
1. Use the following precautions whenever you handle electronic components or cables.
v Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic
discharge from damaging your hardware.
v If you do not have a wrist strap, just prior to removing the product from ESD packaging and
installing or replacing hardware, touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of
5 seconds.
v Keep all electronic components in the shipping container or envelope until you are ready to install
them.
v If you remove, then reinstall an electronic component, temporarily place the component on an ESD
pad or blanket, if available.
2. Remove the disk unit.
a. Press the latch on the right end of the disk unit handle to release the disk unit from its slot.
b. Pull out the handle (A) to the open position. This action releases the disk unit from its slot.
c. Grasp the front of the disk unit and pull it out from the system unit, make sure that you support
the bottom of the drive while you do this.
Note: The concurrent maintenance light for the slot turns off when you remove the disk unit.
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