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Remove the SMM2

Use this information to remove the SMM2.

About this task

S002
disconnect all power
CAUTION
The power-control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
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Use eye protection
CAUTION
Eye protection should be worn for this procedure.
Attention

  • Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safely.

  • If you want to migrate current enclosure settings and the enclosure midplane VPD onto the new SMM2, make sure you have done the following:

    1. You had performed SMM2 settings backup, the enclosure VPD backup, and the midplane VPD backup procedures.

    2. Keep the old USB key which is removed from the SMM2 and install it onto the new SMM2.

Watch the procedure
  • A video of this procedure is available at YouTube.

Procedure

  1. Make preparations for this task.
    1. Remove the EMC shields. See Remove an EMC shield.
    2. If you want to migrate current enclosure settings and the enclosure midplane VPD onto the new SMM2, make sure you have done the following:

      1. You had performed SMM2 settings backup, the enclosure VPD backup, and the midplane VPD backup procedures.

      2. Keep the old USB key which is removed from the SMM2 and install it onto the new SMM2.

  2. Remove the SMM2.
    1. Rotate the latch outwards.
    2. Slide the SMM2 out of the support bracket.
    Figure 1. SMM2 removal
    SMM2 removal
  3. Remove the support bracket.
    1. Press and hold the release tabs on the support bracket.
    2. Slightly lift the support bracket upwards to disengage it with the enclosure wall.
    3. Remove the support bracket away from the enclosure wall.
    4. Slide the support bracket out of the enclosure.
    Figure 2. Support bracket removal
    Support bracket removal
  4. If necessary, remove the blank filler.
    1. Press and hold the release tabs on the blank filler.
    2. Slightly lift the blank filler upwards to disengage it with the enclosure wall.
    3. Remove the blank filler away from the enclosure wall.
    4. Slide the blank filler out of the enclosure.
    Figure 3. Blank filler removal
    Blank filler removal

After you finish

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.

If you need to disassemble the SMM2 for recycle, follow the instructions below:
Attention
You can only disassemble the SMM2 for recycle. Do not disassemble it for any other purposes.

  1. Remove the SMM2 battery. See Remove the SMM2 battery.

  2. Remove the four screws that secure the SMM2 board to the module.

  3. Gently slide the SMM2 board out of the module.

    Figure 4. SMM2 board removal
    SMM2 board removal

  4. Recycle the unit in compliance with local regulations.