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Remove the power distribution board

Follow instructions in this section to remove the power distribution board.

About this task

To avoid potential danger, make sure to read and follow the safety information.

Attention

Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to make sure that you work safely.

Procedure

  1. Make preparations for this task.
    1. Power off the node (see Power off the node); then, disconnect all external cables from the node.
    2. Remove the node from the chassis (see Remove a node from the chassis); then, carefully lay the node on a flat, static-protective surface, orienting the node with the front toward you.
      Note
      • When removing the node, note the node tray number and make sure to install the node in the same tray from which it was removed. Reinstalling the node into a different tray requires the node to be reconfigured.
      • For safety, make sure to hold the node with both hands when lifting the node.
    3. Remove the top cover (see Remove the top cover).
    4. If the GPU air duct is installed in the node, remove it (see Remove the GPU air duct).
    5. If the PCIe riser assembly is installed, remove it from the node and disconnect the PCIe cables from the system board (see Remove the PCIe riser assembly and Internal cable routing).
    6. Remove the power bus bar (see Remove the power bus bar).
  2. Disconnect the power cable from the power distribution board.
  3. Remove the power distribution board from the node.
    1. Remove the five screws that secure the power distribution board to the node.
    2. Slightly pull the power distribution board toward the front of the node; then, lift it out of the node.
      Figure 1. Removal of the power distribution board
      Power distribution board removal
  4. Disconnect the sideband cable from the power distribution board.

After you finish

  1. Install a replacement unit (see Install a power distribution board).
  2. If you are instructed to return the component or optional device, follow all packaging instructions, and use any packaging materials for shipping that are supplied to you.