Removing the side cover
Complete the following steps to remove the side cover of the server:
1. Review the safety information beginning on page 129 and "Removing the side
2. Turn off the server and all attached devices.
3. Lay the server on its side.
4. Disconnect all power cords; then disconnect all external cables.
5. Unlock the side cover; then, pull the cover-release latch away from the server,
Attention:
server. Operating the server with the cover removed might damage server
components.
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cover."
and push the cover toward the rear of the server. Lift the side cover off the
server and set it aside.
Key lock
For proper cooling and airflow, replace the cover before turning on the
Cover-release
latch