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Remove the processor air baffle

Follow instructions in this section to remove the processor air baffle. The procedure must be executed by a trained technician.

About this task

Attention

Procedure

  1. Remove the 2U compute shuttle. See Remove the 2U compute shuttle.
  2. If the M.2 backplane is installed on the processor air baffle, disconnect the M.2 backplane cables from the system board assembly.
  3. Grasp the processor air baffle and carefully lift it out of the 2U compute shuttle.
    Figure 1. Processor air baffle removal
    Attention
    • For proper cooling and airflow, reinstall the processor air baffle before you turn on the server. Operating the server with the processor air baffle removed might damage server components.
    • Service label is located on the processor air baffle.

    Processor air baffle removal

After you finish

  1. 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.
  2. Remove the M.2 backplane from the processor air baffle. See Remove the M.2 backplane.