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Equipment Log
Use the equipment log form located at the end of this manual to record the model and
serial number of your system, all installed options, and any other pertinent information
specific to your system. You will need this information when configuring your system.
Tools Recommended for Upgrading Your
System
Depending on the upgrade, you will need one or more of the following tools:
Phillips screwdriver (#1 bit and #2 bit)
Flat-head screwdriver
Small needle nose pliers
Pen or pencil
ESD workstation or antistatic wrist strap (recommended)
Preparing Your System for Upgrade
To prepare your system for installation or removal of system components perform the
following procedure:
1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions listed under General Information and
Static Precautions at the beginning of this chapter.
2. Shutdown the operating system (OS).
3. If necessary, press the power on/off switch on the front panel of the server (see
"Powering On Your System" on page 2-21
4. Power off the peripheral devices.
5. Unplug the system power cord(s) from the AC wall outlet(s).
control unit such as an UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply),
refer to the UPS user's guide for proper power-off procedures.
6. Unplug all the I/O cables connected to the rear panel of your system.
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Note:
If the system power cord is connected to a power
). The power-on LED goes out.
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