System reliability guidelines

Use these guidelines to ensure that the PCIe Expansion Node meets the proper cooling and system reliability requirements.

• To ensure proper cooling, do not operate the Flex System Enterprise Chassis without a compute node or filler installed in each bay. See the documentation for your Flex System Enterprise Chassis for additional information.
• Make sure that the ventilation holes on the compute node are not blocked.
• The compute node battery must be operational. If the battery becomes defective, replace it immediately. For instructions, see the compute node Installation and Service Guide.