Remove the flash power module

Follow instructions in this section to remove the flash power module.

About this task

Attention

Read Installation Guidelines and Safety inspection checklist to ensure that you work safely.
Power off the server and peripheral devices and disconnect the power cords and all external cables. See Power off the server.
If the server is installed in a rack, slide the server out on its rack slide rails to gain access to the top cover, or remove the server from the rack. See Remove the server from rack.

Procedure

Make preparation for this task.
1. Remove the top cover. See Remove the top cover.
2. Disconnect the cable from the flash power module.
3. Remove the PCIe riser where the flash power module has been installed. See Remove a PCIe riser.
Remove the flash power module.
1. Open the retention latch on the PCIe riser.
2. Unfasten the screw that secures the flash power module holder bracket to the PCIe riser.
3. Remove the holder bracket from the PCIe riser.
4. Press and release the retaining latch.
5. Remove the flash power module from the holder.
Figure 1. Flash power module 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 plan to remove or recycle the flash power module holder:
1. Remove the holder from the bracket.
  1. Remove the screw that secures the holder to the bracket.
  2. Slide the holder forward slightly to disengage it from the bracket, and remove the holder.
  Figure 2. Flash power module holder removal
2. Recycle the component in compliance with local regulations.

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