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Remove the venting block (CPU complex)

Follow instructions in this section to remove the venting block.

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 chassis from the rack. See Remove the server from rack.
  • 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.

Procedure

  1. Make preparation for this task.
    1. Remove the front top cover. See Remove the front top cover.
    2. Remove the rear top cover. See Remove the rear top cover.
    3. Remove the processor air baffle. See Remove the processor air baffle.
    4. If applicable, remove the PCIe riser assembly(ies). See Remove a PCIe riser assembly.
  2. Unfasten the two M2 screws to remove the venting block from the CPU complex.
    Figure 1. Venting block removal
    Venting block removal

After you finish

  1. Install a replacement unit (see Install the venting block (CPU complex)).

  2. 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.