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Remove a cable guide

Follow instructions in this section to remove a cable guide. The procedure must be executed by a trained technician.

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.
  • Two people and one lifting device on site that can support up to 400 lb (181 kg) are required to perform this procedure. If you do not already have a lifting device available, Lenovo offers the Genie Lift GL-8 material lift that can be purchased at Data Center Solution Configurator. Make sure to include the Foot-release brake and the Load Platform when ordering the Genie Lift GL-8 material lift.
See corresponding instructions below for proper removal procedure.

Left or right cable guide​

Procedure

  1. Pull the system shuttle to the stop position.
    1. Press the two blue release latches.
    2. Rotate the two release levers until they are perpendicular to the shuttle.
    3. Pull the shuttle forward until it stops.
    Figure 1. Pulling the system shuttle to the stop position
    Pulling the system shuttle to the stop position
  2. Remove the left or right cable guide.
    1. Loosen the four screws marked with J securing the cable guide.
    2. Set the cables route through the cable guide aside; then, remove the cable guide out of the system shuttle.
    Figure 2. Left cable guide removal
    Left cable guide removal
    Figure 3. Right cable guide removal
    Right cable guide 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.

Middle cable guide​

Procedure

  1. Pull the system shuttle out of the chassis, and place it onto the lift platform. See Remove the system shuttle.
  2. Loosen the two screws securing the cable guide; then, lift the cable guide out of the system board.
    Figure 4. Middle cable guide removal
    Middle cable guide 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.