Hardware Maintenance; Removing The Top Panel - LaCie 4big Rack Office User Manual

HARDWARE MAINTENANCE

Please refer to Warranty Information
described in this manual.
PRECAUTIONS
Prior to performing any hardware maintenance, power off the product and disconnect the power from the
power supply, by either the power button or by physically removing the power source.
During operation, all provided hardware (including the four drives in their frames) must be in place for the air
to flow correctly around the product.
Observe all conventional ESD precautions when handling 4big Rack Office modules. Avoid contact with
backplane components and module connectors, etc.
Whenever replacing a drive, never leave an empty bay – obtain a replacement before removing the problem
drive. Never run the 4big with less than four hard drives installed.
The top cover should be removed only when the unit has been turned off and allowed to cool down. Potential
hazards include rotating fans and hot surfaces.

REMOVING THE TOP PANEL

1. Power down, unplug the power supply, then wait for components to completely cool.
2. Release the product's top cover by unscrewing the three screws at the rear.
3. To remove the cover, slide and lift at the same time.
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before performing any hardware repairs or maintenance that is not
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