Remove the PIB board

Use this information to remove the PIB board.

Read the installation Guidelines

Power off the server for this task

ATTENTION: Static Sensitive Device Ground package before opening

Before removing the PIB board:

1. Remove the top cover. See Remove the top cover.

2. If your server comes with an air baffle, remove it first. See Remove the air baffle.

3. If your server comes with a middle drive cage, remove it first. See Middle drive cage replacement.

4. Pull out the power supplies slightly. Ensure that they are disconnected from the system board.

5. Disconnect all cables from the PIB board.

To remove the PIB board, complete the following steps:

Watch the procedure. A video of the installation and removal process is available at YouTube

Figure 1. PIB board removal

1. Remove the five screws from the PIB board.
2. Gently hold and lift the PIB board from the system board tray.

If you are instructed to return the old PIB board, follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are provided.