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Remove a node from the rack

Follow instructions in this section to remove a node from the rack.

About this task

R006
No weight on shelf
CAUTION
Do not place any object on top of a rack-mounted device unless that rack-mounted device is intended for use as a shelf.
Attention
Note
Depending on the model, your server might look slightly different from the illustration.

Remove the shipping bracket​

Procedure

  1. Loosen the four captive screws on both sides of the shipping bracket.
    Figure 1. Loosening the screws

  2. Pull the shipping bracket to remove it from the enclosure.
    Figure 2. Removing the shipping bracket

Remove the node from the enclosure​

Procedure

  1. Make preparation for this task.
    1. Remove the middle top cover. See Remove the middle top cover.
    2. Remove the air baffle. See Remove the air baffle.
    3. Disconnect all the cables from the node. To remove the power adapter cable, proceed to the step 3 in Remove a power adapter (Rack mount) section.
  2. The fan control board connector on the rear of the node is attached with protective dust cap, make sure to put it back on after the cable is disconnected.
  3. Press the release button on the rear of the node to disengage the node from the enclosure, and pull the node out of the enclosure at the same time.
    Figure 3. Removing the node

    Note
    A node bay should be installed with a node or a node filler. To install a node filler, insert the filler into the node bay; then, secure the filler with two screws.
    Figure 4. Installing the node filler

  4. (Optional) If the node is not to be reinstalled to the enclosure, do the following:
    1. Change the machine type for proper operation. See Change the machine type for operating in an enclosure (trained technician only).
    2. Remove a rack mount fan shroud. See Remove a fan shroud (Rack mount).
    3. Install the fan modules to the node. See Install a fan module.
    4. Install a desktop mount fan shroud. See Install a fan shroud.

Remove the enclosure from the rack​

To remove the node from a rack, follow the instructions that are provided in the Rail Installation Kit for the rails on which the server will be installed. See ThinkSystem Toolless Stab-in Slide Rail Kit V3 with 1U CMA.